As shocking as it may seem, this year marks us being a quarter way through the 21st century. Before the millennium, people would often have tried to imagine what the future will look like in terms of technology, politics and even clothing.
With the recent advances in artificial intelligence, we can take a more realistic guess at how we will have adapted in the future. The latest technology allows us to make a visual representation of what life may be like in a few years.
Housebuilder Avant Homes Scotland has done just that, using cutting-edge AI technology to generate realistic visuals of what the average home in the UK will look like in 2050.
The results have predicted an extraordinary transformation in the way we live, with elements of sci-fi style technology encompassing our sustainable and intelligent home designs. These AI generated images have created the ultimate home of the future.
AI has predicted that UK homes will have technology, sustainability and convenience interwoven into every aspect of the house. On top of this, as technology continues to evolve, homes will in turn become smarter, greener, and more intuitive.
The AI technology that Avant Homes Scotland used also predicted a range of amazing new features that could be staples in our homes, such as drone security systems, robotic home assistants, and cooling techniques to try and resist the effects of global warming.
Commenting on AI’s predictions, Avant Homes head of architectural design Tom Smith, said: “AI is giving us a glimpse of what could be reality for new homes within the next 25 years. As technology advances, so will the way we design and interact with our homes.
“By 2050, homes will be smarter, more efficient and tailored to how we live and responsive to any change in climate. Fully electrified homes, wireless power, AI-managed green spaces and climate-responsive materials aren’t just futuristic concepts. They are realistic advancements that could transform the way we live within a generation.”
Eight AI predicted home features for 2025
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Holographic and robotic home assistants and augmented reality (AR): Interactive, real-time 3D projections for managing household tasks, entertainment and security while AR will revolutionise home entertainment and shopping
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Drone security systems: AI-controlled drones will provide real-time surveillance for homeowners able to sense and react to movement
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Vertical gardens: Self-sustaining, AI-managed green walls that enhance air quality, grow food and bring nature into the home
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Wireless EV charging: Built-in charging points that make powering electric vehicles as simple as parking, no cables required
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Adaptive smart homes: Houses that learn from and respond to daily routines, adjusting lighting and temperature to optimise comfort and efficiency
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Sustainable, self-powered homes: Energy-efficient living powered by solar, wind and kinetic energy, ensuring homes generate their own electricity with near-zero carbon footprints
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Solar-integrated windows: Transparent solar panels embedded into windows, generating renewable energy without compromising natural light
- Cooling techniques for a warming world: Climate-responsive home design will ensure houses remain cool as global temperatures rise