I live in a city that attracts visitors, especially during the warmer months, so my place is often a go-to for family and friends visiting from out of town. And if you live in a popular tourist destination as well, you know hosting becomes second nature. Airport pickups, spare keys, fresh sheets – you've done it all. The little details make a guest's stay feel thoughtful and comfortable.
The key to being a great host is creating a space that feels like home, and that starts with comfort. From keeping rooms cool and breezy in the summer to making sure lights are dimmed at the perfect level for the evening wind-down, small touches go a long way.
That's why The Home Depot’s exclusive smart home platform, Hubspace, should be on your radar when you're on hosting duty. It allows for seamless control of products such as ceiling fans, thermostats, and blinds from one smart app, so you can easily adjust every element to keep everyone happy. Whether you're welcoming guests for a long weekend or getting the house ready for kids returning home from college, this tech-savvy flexibility will make a huge difference.
Keep scrolling to see what's on our list of must-haves for entertaining, all powered by Hubspace.
These cordless, motorized roller shades bring function and luxury to your windows. With blackout and light-filtering options and remote or voice control via the Hubspace app, they create easy privacy in those annoying, hard-to-reach spots.
This smart bathroom exhaust fan does more than ventilate. It sets the mood, plays your favorite music, and adjusts to your routine. It has built-in Bluetooth speakers, motion and humidity sensors, customizable lighting, and smart scheduling. It's the ultimate upgrade.
This fan has reversible blades, customizable LED lighting, and quiet, powerful airflow that are all controllable by your Hubspace app. It's aesthetically pleasing and smart. A win-win.
Keep every room cool with the Vissani 6,000 BTU Portable AC. It has 3-in-1 climate functions and smart app control, and it's perfect for cooling rooms up to 250 square feet.
This smart thermostat makes it easy to manage your home's temperature. You can set custom schedules, adjust everything remotely using voice commands, and enjoy a more energy-efficient space no matter where you are in the house.
This easy-to-install mechanical window air conditioner is perfect for rooms up to 350 square feet. You can customize your cooling setting with seven temperature settings, two speeds, and two cooling modes.
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