I’ve been diving into the world of smart home automation lately, and I must say, it’s been an exciting journey! 
I wanted to share my experience with setting up a smart lighting system in my home office, in case anyone else is looking to embark on a similar project.First, I started by identifying the main components I needed. My office has three desk lamps that I keep on most of the time, as well as two overhead lights—one in the main area and another in the closet. I wanted a system that would automatically turn these lights on when I enter the room, but I also didn’t want them to turn off while I was actively working. After some research, I decided to go with Z-Wave switches for the overhead lights. Not only do they save money, but they also act as Z-Wave repeaters, which is a huge plus for signal strength in my area. For the desk lamps, I opted for a Z-Wave plug module connected to a power strip. This setup allows me to control all three lamps with a single device.To tie everything together, I added a motion detector. My main concern was ensuring that the lights wouldn’t turn off while I was working, but I’ve been pleasantly surprised by how sensitive and reliable the motion sensor is. It’s been a great solution for my needs!One thing I learned along the way is the importance of grouping devices. Initially, I was struggling with controlling multiple outlets with a single toggle, but after some trial and error, I figured out how to group them effectively. It’s been a game-changer for simplifying my setup.If anyone has tips or suggestions for improving this system, I’d love to hear them! 