Hi everyone, I wanted to share my recent success in setting up a morning automation routine in my smart home. After some trial and error, I managed to create a seamless experience that truly enhances my mornings. 
I’ve always been a morning person, but getting out of bed can be a bit of a struggle. So, I decided to automate my routine to make the process smoother. The goal was to have my lights gradually turn on, my curtains open, and my coffee machine start brewing all at the press of a button—or better yet, automatically when I wake up!
First, I connected my smart lights using the Philips Hue integration. I set up a scene where the lights start dim and gradually increase in brightness over 15 minutes. This mimics natural sunlight and helps me wake up more gently. I also integrated my smart curtains, which now open automatically once the lights reach full brightness. The final touch was linking my coffee machine to the system. Now, as I start my day, a fresh cup of coffee is ready and waiting!
The process wasn’t without its hiccups. I initially struggled with timing the automation correctly. Sometimes the curtains would open too early, or the coffee would be cold by the time I got out of bed. But after tweaking the settings and testing different scenarios, everything now works like clockwork. It’s such a small thing, but it makes a world of difference to my morning routine.
I’d love to hear how others have set up their morning routines. Any tips or tricks you’ve discovered would be greatly appreciated! 