Making Smart Homes Simple, Reliable, and Personal
Ctrl+Living is a Vancouver-based smart home company specializing in Home Assistant setups, custom automations, and seamless integrations that make everyday life easier.
Our Story
Ctrl+Living began with a simple idea: smart homes should make life easier — not more complicated.
As a long-time home automation enthusiast, I saw that many families love smart devices but struggle with setup, reliability, and juggling too many apps.
I started Ctrl+Living to help homeowners enjoy a smarter home that truly fits their lifestyle — with a focus on reliability, privacy, and real-world usability.
What We Do
We design and set up smart home systems that are:
- Unified – everything in one clean dashboard.
- Reliable – automations that work quietly every day.
- Personalized – tailored to your routines, family, and home.
- Future-ready – built on Home Assistant, Matter, Thread, and Zigbee.
- Privacy-first – local control, not cloud dependence.
How We Work
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Discovery
We learn about your home, devices, and how you want technology to support everyday life.
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Design
We plan a clean, reliable setup and recommend integrations that make sense — without overselling hardware.
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Setup & Integration
We connect your devices where possible, organize everything into Home Assistant, and build automations that match your routines.
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Training & Support
We walk you through your new system so it’s easy to use, and we’re available if you need updates or troubleshooting.
Why Choose Ctrl+Living
- Local expertise – based in Metro Vancouver, serving the Lower Mainland.
- Home Assistant specialists – focused on open, flexible systems instead of closed ecosystems.
- Personal, small-business service – you’re never just a ticket number.
- Transparent, upfront pricing – no surprise subscriptions or hidden fees.
- Privacy-first setups – we can prioritize local control and reduce cloud dependence.
- Real-world focus – solutions built around families, routines, and comfort, not tech jargon.
Systems & Ecosystems We Work With
We integrate a wide range of smart home platforms and devices, so your home feels unified instead of patchwork.
Ctrl+Living is an independent smart home solutions provider and is not formally endorsed by or affiliated with the brands listed above.
Meet the Founder
Hi! I’m Gus — the founder of Ctrl+Living.
I’ve spent years building and refining advanced Home Assistant setups for my own home and helping friends and family do the same. Over time, I saw how much difference a well-designed, reliable system can make to daily comfort and peace of mind.
I created Ctrl+Living to share that experience more widely and to help households enjoy smart technology that simply works — without the frustration of apps breaking, cloud outages, or confusing settings.
My goal is simple: give every home the comfort, convenience, and peace of mind that a truly well-built smart home can provide — without the complexity.
Our Mission
To make smart homes accessible, reliable, and genuinely useful — not gimmicky. We believe the best technology is the kind that quietly improves daily life while respecting your privacy.
Whether it's simplifying routines, improving home comfort, or keeping your family connected, Ctrl+Living is here to help you build a smart home that feels effortless.
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