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119 HOLLISTER RANCH RD, GAVIOTA 3BD/2BA; built in 2021; avocado orchard • $8,500,000 Laura Drammer / Cole Robbins, 805.448.7500 LIC# 01209580 / 199501434

500 MEADOW WOOD LN, MONTECITO UPPER 4BD/3BA + 2 offices • $6,650,000 Daniel Encell, 805.565.4896 LIC# 00976141

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951 VIA ESPARTO, SANTA BARBARA 3BD/2BA • $1,499,000 The Easter Team, 805.570.0403 LIC# 00917775

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7320 SANTOS RD, SANTA RITA HILLS 4 homes; vineyard; equestrian; ±30.71 acres • $4,750,000 Laura Drammer, 805.448.7500 LIC# 01209580 OPEN SUN 1-3

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610 W DE LA GUERRA ST, SANTA BARBARA 4BD/2BA; ±0.12 acres • $1,392,000 Allyson Edwards, 805.331.4277 LIC# 02117216

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4025 STATE ST #25, SANTA BARBARA 2BD/2BA • $470,000 Sara Guthrie, 805.570.1211 LIC# 01294545

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NANCY KOGEVINAS

on the successful representation of

on the successful representation of

the seller of 3511 Sea Ledge Lane,

the seller of 796 Hot Springs Road,

Listed for $11,295,000; and the buyer of 1180 Mesa Road,

Listed for $9,995,000.

Listed for $2,875,000.

BARTRON REAL ESTATE GROUP 805.563.4054 Team@BartronGroup.com SantaBarbaraHomes.com LIC 01005021

DAN ENCELL

NANCY KOGEVINAS 805.450.6233 Nancy@Kogevinas.com MontecitoProperties.com LIC 01209514

MARY WHITNEY on the successful representation of

the seller of 677 El Bosque,

the buyer of 677 El Bosque,

Listed for $8,700,000.

Listed for $8,700,000.

DAN ENCELL 805.565.4896 DanEncell@aol.com DanEncell.com LIC 00976141

MARY WHITNEY 805.689.0915 MWhitney@bhhscal.com LIC 01144746

KRISTIN ARNTZ on the successful representation of

the seller of 2030 & 2100 Edison

the buyer of 1713 Lasuen Road,

Street, Listed for $6,995,000.

Listed for $3,200,000.

CLAIRE HANSSEN 805.680.0929 ClaireHanssen@yahoo.com ClaireHanssen.com LIC 00887277

KRISTIN ARNTZ 805.636.6867 Kristin@KristinArntzHomes.com KristinArntzHomes.com LIC 01817970

LAUREL ABBOTT

LYN ESSIG

on the successful representation of

on the successful representation of

the seller of 1110 Alameda Padre

the seller & buyer of 1400 Farren

Serra, Listed for $3,125,000.

Road, Listed for $3,100,000.

LAUREL ABBOTT 805.455.5409 LaurelAbbott@bhhscal.com LaurelAbbott.com LIC 01247432

LYN ESSIG 805.637.7461 Lyn@LynEssig.com LynEssig.com LIC 02049168

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MARCH 31, 2022

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39250 ORTEGA HWY, SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO 4BD/3BA; ±1225 acres • $22,950,000 Jody Neal, 805.252.9267 LIC# 01995725

2692 SYCAMORE CANYON RD, MONTECITO 7BD/8½BA • $16,850,000 Nancy Kogevinas, 805.450.6233 LIC# 01209514

1288 ANGELO DR, BEVERLY HILLS 4BD/4+(2)½BA • $15,950,000 Karina Matic, 805.680.7701 LIC# 01726170

1885 JELINDA DR, SANTA BARBARA 6BD/7+(3)½BA • $15,750,000 Cristal Clarke, 805.886.9378 LIC# 00968247

871 SAND POINT RD, CARPINTERIA 4BD/3½BA • $14,750,000 Cristal Clarke, 805.886.9378 LIC# 00968247

1507 ALAMEDA PADRE SERRA, SANTA BARBARA 3BD/2+(2)½BA; ±.46 acres • $4,300,000 Dianna Fernandez, 805.689.5813 LIC# 02019880

1335 HWY 246 W, BUELLTON 3BD/3BA + guest residence; ±5 acres • $2,999,000 Ealand & Sideris Group, 805.698.9902 LIC# 01766178 / 00603730

635 GROVE LN, SANTA BARBARA 4BD/3BA • $2,985,000 Daniel Encell, 805.565.4896 LIC# 00976141

1060 ALAMO PINTADO RD, SOLVANG ±15.8 acres • $2,200,000 Joe Ramos, 805.680.6849 LIC# 02040488

800 DE LA GUERRA TERR, SANTA BARBARA 3BD/2BA • $1,995,000 Bruce Fisher, 805.570.1679 LIC# 00879404

5015 WHITNEY CT, SANTA BARBARA 3BD/2½BA; ±.16 acres • $1,890,000 Bartron Real Estate Group, 805.563.4054 LIC# 01005021

223 N SALINAS ST, SANTA BARBARA Duplex • $1,700,000 Ali Evans, 805.980.8007 LIC# 01846603

570 BOLINAS WY #103, GOLETA 3BD/2½BA • $1,250,000 Robert Walsmith Jr., 805.720.5362 LIC# 01932231

3227 GLENGARY RD, SANTA YNEZ 3BD/2½BA • $1,250,000 Bill Urbany & Alisa Pepper, 805.570.5680 LIC# 00717028 / 01347807

1938 N JAMESON LN #A, SANTA BARBARA 3BD/2BA • $1,195,000 Team Scarborough, 805.331.1465 LIC# 01182792

4741 CALLE CAMARADA, SANTA BARBARA 3BD/2BA • $995,000 The SB Group, 805.886.5735 LIC# 01314939 / 01457796

333 OLD MILL RD SPC 293, SANTA BARBARA 2BD/2BA • $599,000 The SB Group, 805.886.5735 LIC# 01314939 / 01457796

340 OLD MILL RD #165, SANTA BARBARA 2BD/2BA • $595,000 Douglas & Associates, 805.318.0900 LIC# 02024147

623 CENTRAL AVE UNIT C, BUELLTON 1BD/1BA • $499,000 Deanna Harwood, 805.325.1452 LIC# 00999839

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3568 TORO CANYON PARK RD, CARPINTERIA 4BD/6½BA; ±42 acres • $27,000,000 Cristal Clarke, 805.886.9378 LIC# 00968247

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S ho w c a s i n g impre s s iv e inte r ior s cal e, i nspi ri ng oc ean, i sl and and m ountai n v i ew s, a n d a j a w -dro ppi n g w i t h c o n t em porar y re f ine me nt. The ±1.77 - ac re estate boasts a 6 bed + of fi c e, 7 f u l l /3 h al f b at h resi d en c e, p o o l c a b a na, pool an d s pa, built-i n BBQ, dual gated entr y, and gorgeous grou n ds f l a n ked by hedges f o r a d d ed p ri vacy. Both the e s tate a nd guard gated comm uni t y of fer ex c epti ona l a men i t i es an d a premi er location , locate d wi thi n the sought- af ter Montec i to Uni on Sc ho ol D i st ri c t .

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E X T E N S I V E L Y R E N O VA T E D O C E A N V I E W E N N I S B R O O K E S T A T E

by Christine S. Cowles

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Getting Crafty With Cane

MAURICIO BERGAMIN PHOTOS

THE STYLE SPECIALIST

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f there is an interior design trend that has dominated for the past few years, it’s definitely cane. And it’s not hard to understand why.

Natural materials such as rattan, wicker, and cane create an earthy, light, and airy feeling in a home while still being modern and stylish. Cane has reigned supreme, possibly for its ability to blend in with so many different decor styles and design eras. I’m a sucker for its organic look and, even more important, its sustainable nature.

When California shut down in March 2020, I found myself wanting to redecorate my home but couldn’t justify the expense. Instead, I researched ways to add cane webbing to an existing piece of furniture to hack my way into creating the look I wanted.

After watching a few online DIY video tutorials, I decided I was up for the task of transforming my plain sideboard into a statement piece. Here’s my step-by-step guide to add cane webbing to the glass-paneled doors.

To get started, you’ll need:

words, if the glass is 32 inches by 16 inches, cut the cane to 34 inches by 18 inches.

Step 4: Soak the cane in warm

water for 20 minutes. By getting the fibers of the cane wet, the webbing becomes more pliable. Remove from the water and lay it on a towel, then cover with another towel and press down to absorb as much water as possible.

Step 5: Lay the damp cane in

Step 1: Select and prepare the piece of furniture you’ll use for the project. Assuming you’re adding cane webbing to a cabinet with glass doors, like I did, remove the doors and measure the area to be covered with the webbing.

We decided to keep the clear glass in place on the cabinet door and add the webbing to the interior (back) side of the door.

Step 2: Determine the type of cane you’ll use. Cane web-

• Scissors

bing comes in different weave patterns; the two most popular are hexagonal and radio weave. The hexagonal cane is easily recognizable for its geometric pattern, while radio-weave cane is a simple one over, one under pattern.

I loved the tight weave of the radio cane, so I found an online seller and purchased the amount needed for my project.

• Sink, bucket or bathtub, and a towel

Step 3: Once you’re ready to begin, cut the cane webbing

• Media cabinet or sideboard with clear glass doors • Cane webbing • Measuring tape

• Staple gun with staples

about two inches larger than the glass panel. In other

place on the cabinet door and staple the top side using your staple gun. Once you’ve attached the webbing at the top, pull the piece of webbing to the bottom (opposite side) and staple in place. Don’t use too much force to stretch the cane but do try to get it as flat and even as possible.

Step 6: Repeat step five to attach the left and right sides

of the webbing.

Step 7: Wait about 20-30 minutes for the cane to start

drying. As it begins to dry, the fibers shrink, causing the webbing to tighten and lie flat.

Step 8: Cut the excess cane off the sides with scissors and reattach the doors.

Voilà … you’re done! I’d LOVE to see your DIY projects. Tag me on Instagram @styledandstagedsb and show me your creations!

Christine S. Cowles is owner of Styled & Staged Santa Barbara, offering home staging and interior styling services. She is a certified Staging Design Professional™, a member of Santa Barbara Association of Realtors and Real Estate Staging Association, and a proud WEV graduate. She can be reached at info@styledandstagedsb.com.

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PRIVATE AND GATED PROPERTY WITH UNLIMITED OCEAN, ISLAND AND COASTLINE VIEWS SANTA BARBARA, CALIFORNIA 93109

4 BEDS | 2.5 BATHS | 2016± SQFT | 1.24± ACRE LOT | OFFERED AT $9,995,000

First time on the market in over 40 years. Ocean bluff front home with unlimited ocean, island and coastline views. The gated property offers a 1.24-acre lot with 95' of bluff frontage. A center courtyard leads to a spacious living room and dining room with vaulted ceilings and outrageous views. The kitchen and breakfast area have ocean views. Split wing floor plan with primary suite and guest or nursery on one side, and two additional bedrooms and bath on the other. 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths. Large patio for entertaining. Gorgeous sunsets! 2 car garage.

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RARE OFFERING IN A PRIME HOPE RANCH LOCATION

000 LAGUNA BLANCA, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93110 | 2 PARCELS | EACH 1± ACRE | OFFERED AT $3,995,000 Two adjacent parcels, 049-270-003 & 004, each +/- one acre, on the 5th fairway of the La Cumbre Country Club golf course are being offered together. This rare offering has not been for sale in over 50 years and is perfect as one estate site or a new owner could build on one and land bank or sell the other. Convenient to schools, restaurants, shopping, La Cumbre Country Club, bridle trails, tennis courts and the private Hope Ranch beach, this oak studded, mountain view setting is a rare offering in a prime Hope Ranch location.

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2422 STANWOOD DRIVE

1483 ISABELLA LANE

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455 ZINK AVENUE

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e now realize that addressing climate change requires more than reducing our greenhousegas emissions to zero, a challenge that all efforts to date have been woefully inadequate in achieving. For this reason, researchers around the world are looking for effective and economical ways to sequester CO2 from the atmosphere. A number of solutions are showing promise; some are in the trial phase.

A research team at UCLA’s Institute for Carbon Management is exploring a totally different approach to atmospheric drawdown.

The UCLA scientists have developed

by Dennis Allen a flow reactor that takes in a continuous flow of seawater and runs it through a mesh charged at a specific electrical frequency to render the water alkaline. This kicks off a chemical reaction that combines the dissolved CO2 with naturally occurring calcium and magnesium abundant in seawater.

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The outcome is limestone and magnesite. This process is similar to how seashells form. The yielded minerals are durable, safe, and permanent. The seawater that flows out of the back end of the reactor is depleted of dissolved CO2 and thus ready to absorb more carbon from the skies. The only other byproduct is hydrogen, a clean fuel.

There are several key advantages to this approach.

First, a given volume of seawater holds about 150 times more carbon than an equivalent volume of air. Second, it is a single-step carbon sequestration and storage (sCS2) process, unlike the multistep atmospheric sequestering processes being explored. This simplification gives it economic and scalable benefits.

The oceans and the atmosphere work in a constant state of equilibrium. The oceans have countless plant-like organisms called phytoplankton that absorb CO2 through photosynthesis. As humans have pumped more carbon emissions into the atmosphere, the oceans have absorbed more

carbon, making them more acidic and contributing to the die-off of coral reefs and threats to some shellfish.

Many approaches to sequestration are needed and soon. The economics of various approaches will be key to which becomes ascendant. Drawing down a large percentage of the 37 billion met-

ric tons of CO2 we produce annually is daunting. The single-step simplification of the UCLA approach, its scalability, its taking inspiration from nature, and the commercialization of the solid mineral and hydrogen by-products offer a major contribution to the race to capture carbon emissions.

Dennis Allen is chair of Allen Construction, an employee-owned company committed to building and operating sustainably. He also serves as chair of the Dean’s Council at the Bren School of Environmental Science & Management at UCSB and as a boardmember of the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History.

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ARCHITECTURALLY SPEAKING by Elisa Garcia, AIA

A

s surprising as it may seem, interior design has the power to encourage your healthiest lifestyle.

90 percent of our lives are spent indoors. Living and working in well-designed spaces can make the difference between living a happy life or an unsatisfactory one.

A well-designed space is one that supports and promotes health and well-being through functional elements, aesthetic choices, and spatial layout. Here are five crucial elements to consider in any environment you occupy:

have gaskets, sweeps, and a non-hollow core to mitigate sound transmission between rooms.

Light

Ventilation & Cleanability

Noise

Acoustics are often overlooked in traditional interior design. What you hear throughout the day will have a profound impact on your mental wellness. Consistent background noise is stressful and leaves you prone to fatigue.

Prolonged fatigue causes psychological stress, including decreased mental acuity, low motivation, and irritability.

Window treatments and acoustic panels will help manage noise from both inside and outside. Walls should have appropriate insulation and detailing, and doors should

Color

Use the colors of nature, like blues and greens, in spaces where you want to encourage a sense of calm and relaxation. If you hope to design an environment that promotes alertness and activity, try using warm colors like red, yellow, and orange.

For maximum health benefits, it’s important to create a space with proper ventilation that can be cleaned and disinfected easily. This will ensure that everyone who enters and inhabits the space is being protected from harmful microbes and toxins.

To keep harmful bacteria away, add an entryway walkoff system composed of grilles, grates, or slots that allow for easy cleaning underneath. An entryway vestibule is always a good idea at the main entrance of the building.

Inside the space, replace any wall-to-wall carpeting with smooth, hard flooring. If you use area rugs to soften the aesthetic of the space, opt for a smaller size that is easy to clean.

Layout

The spatial layout of your home and office can directly improve your physical activity and health. The integration

of visually appealing interior pathways and stairs within buildings can provide a convenient way to incorporate short periods of physical activity. Create different seating areas and entertaining spaces that encourage people to move around throughout the day.

Another way that spatial design affects your well-being is by mitigating clutter. Having ample storage solutions in your home and office will encourage you to stay organized and therefore reduce the chances of overwhelm.

This article doesn’t cover all the ways that interior design can influence our mental and physical health, but it’s a start. Think about these factors the next time you enter your home, office, and other environments. What design changes can you make to promote your healthiest lifestyle?

Elisa Garcia, AIA, is a Santa Barbara native and the founder of Zen Spaces. She can be reached at elisa@zenspaces.design.

Architecturally Speaking is written by members of the American Institute of Architects’ Santa Barbara chapter.

Architecturally Speaking is written by members of the American Institute of Architects’ Santa Barbara chapter.

SANTA BARBARA COUNTY SALES AREA

SELLER

BUYER

PRICE

DATE

ADDRESS

SANTA BARBARA

JOHNSON DANITA EA

4025 INVIERNO HOLDINGS

$2,000,000

2/28/22

4025 INVIERNO DR

JOHNSON DANITA EA

4018 INVIERNO HOLDINGS

$2,012,000

2/28/22

4018 INVIERNO DR

WILSON KATHLEEN EA

MUELLER ERIC EU

$925,000

2/25/22

4016 VIA DIEGO A

PONCE CHARLES EA

FLATTERY MAX EA

$1,760,000

2/28/22

420 ROSARIO DR

JACOBSEN LEIF EU

ARK KRYSTAL VANDER

$630,000

2/28/22

4344 MODOC RD 15

SUMMERLAND

HOYT RAYMOND EA

HIGGINBOTHAM HARLAN EA

$3,715,000

2/25/22

2462 GOLDEN GATE AVE

SANTA YNEZ

GONZALAEZ JOSE EA

PULIDO EFREN EU

$1,250,000

2/24/22

1133 DEER TRAIL LN

GALLEGOS LORI

KEITH ALAN EU

$1,439,000

2/23/22

3110 LUCKY LN

SON IDA EA

MENDOZA AARON EU

$560,000

2/24/22

1 OXFORD DR

HUNING PAMELA EA

HAK LIM EU

$584,000

2/23/22

513 COOPER DR

DERESKY MELISSA EU

FONSECA YADIRA EA

$610,000

2/28/22

309 COLEMAN DR

ALLRED DEAN EA

LAZCANO VANESSA EU

$510,000

2/24/22

3961 URANUS AVE

DEFNET BRADLEY

JENNINGS JOHN EU

$485,000

2/23/22

3337 VIA DONA

BRECKENRIDGE PROPERTY FUND

AVILA ANGEL EU

$489,000

2/24/22

1636 CALLE LINDERO

SDHMITZ RAYMOND EU

MERINO ARTURO EA

$617,000

2/23/22

137 HERCULES AVE

BALLEW STEVEN EU

WHITE MARIA EA

$600,000

2/25/22

160 HERCULES AVE

HAMILTON-OBERT LYNNSY

RYAN MATTHEW EU

$330,000

2/25/22

279 BURTON MESA BLVD B

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Exposure to adequate levels of sunlight is critical for health and well-being, for physiological, psychological, and neurological reasons. When possible, natural light should be the primary source of lighting in the space. This will also have a positive effect on your circadian rhythm, and quality sleep is necessary for a healthy lifestyle.

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UNINCORPORATED

This data is provided to The Santa Barbara Independent by an outside third-party source and represents a partial list of recorded residential sales in Santa Barbara County on the dates listed.

While this information is public record The Santa Barbara Independent cannot guarantee the accuracy nor the completeness of this list.

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BY BOB WALSMITH JR. - 2022 PRESIDENT - SANTA BARBARA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®

SMART HOME TECHNOLOGY CAN BE A SELLING POINT speaker, hub, and smart plugs in three rooms, according to FixR.com.

What Else Adds Smart Tech Appeal Bigger brand names in smart home technology — like Nest, Ring, and Lutron — have instant name recognition when selling. Ease of use also counts.

With smart devices, you’ll need to be clear about what stays and what goes with the home sale. It’s a gray area with some of these devices on what’s considered personal property. It’s important to get this in writing.

3 Ways to Avoid Misunderstandings 1. Find an agent with smart technology expertise. They can help avoid hiccups in selling a smart home and tend to be savvy tech marketers.

2. Identify which of your smart home technology devices or apps are real property versus personal property.

In general, items affixed or hardwired to a house stay. If you plan to take your Nest thermostat or Ring doorbell, replace it before listing.

3. Turn over the virtual keys. On closing day, turning over the passwords in a smart home is like turning over the key to the front door. For all transferable technology, reset it to factory settings to erase any personal data. Leave instruction manuals or website links for the new owners.

Smart home technology is improving safety, security, and convenience in homes. Homeowners should also consider the benefits they’ll have when they sell one day.

Just like curb appeal, high home appeal may make your home a standout to buyers.

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Costs and Buyer Preferences ou often judge a house by its good looks. But Consumers between 18 and guess what? Now you can also judge it by its 34 said they would pay more for IQ. Long buzzed-about smart home technolhomes with home theaters, smart ogy — think smart thermostats, smart lighting, speakers in every room, and conand app-controlled security systems — are movnected kitchens, according to the ing into more homes. Smart home tech can up REALTOR.com study. In the 25 your coolness factor and make homes easier to to 54 age group, consumers said operate. Plus, it may also offer perks when you sell they’d pay more for solar roof tiles your home. and home battery packs. And for Home shoppers are increasingly looking beyond those 55 and older, solar roof tiles, that killer kitchen upgrade to a seller’s Wi-Fi signal smart doorbells, and security sysand connectivity. This isn’t just a priority for the Bob Walsmith Jr. tems would be worth extra money. techie set. As smart home technology gets more Boosting Marketability with affordable and easier to use, more people are addSmart Technology ing devices.

You can easily add smart home technology to modA Home’s Technology Smarts Matter ernize an older home and help it compete with newer Here comes a potential home buyer. Motion-activated ones. After all, many homebuilders offer smart home lighting automatically turns on as they enter. A smart packages to outfit new homes with smart thermostats, thermostat adjusts the temperature for ultimate comfort. app-controlled garage doors, smart lighting, door locks, The smart robot vacuum is keeping the home tidy. The and video security systems. window blinds are adjusting based on the sun’s direction.

Smart home technology investments can range from And the smart speaker is telling them about the home’s $20 for adding smart lightbulbs to $20,000 or more for features. automated solutions that connect systems in one hub for Four in 10 Americans have bought a smart home device an entire house. For $1,500, you can outfit your home since the COVID-19 outbreak and are more interested in with multiple systems like a smart speaker, smart lighting, smart home technology, according to a 2020 REALTOR. and a smart thermostat to increase the home’s smart tech com study. The pandemic has driven smart home technolappeal. For about $5,500, homeowners could automate ogy forward. How we interact with our homes is becomthe lights, door locks, and thermostat, and install a smart ing different. At some point, buyers will expect it.