Overview
The EverLights light component allows homeowners to easily control their outdoor lighting from anywhere, enhancing convenience and security. This integration provides customizable lighting settings based on user preferences, schedules, or capability triggers.
Benefits
- Convenient remote control of outdoor lighting via smartphone or smart home assistant.
- Energy efficiency through automated scheduling and dimming options.
- Enhanced home security with customizable lighting scenes that can deter intruders.
Intent
The purpose of this capability is to seamlessly integrate EverLights into the home capability system, enabling users to manage their outdoor lighting effectively. The outcome is an improved user experience in controlling lighting based on real-time needs and preferences.
Preconditions
- EverLights lighting system installed and configured.
- Home Assistant platform running and accessible.
- Network connectivity for communication between devices.
- Home Assistant installed and configured.
- Integration available and authenticated: Zigbee2MQTT.
- Device installed and reachable: WLED Light Controller.
Actors
- Homeowner controlling the lighting
- Family members adjusting settings
- Guests utilizing voice commands
Trigger
The capability can be triggered by a user command via the Home Assistant interface or voice assistant, a scheduled time, or a sensor detecting motion.
Workflow Diagram
flowchart TD
A[User Command] -->|check| B{Is it night?}
B -->|Yes| C[Activate EverLights]
C --> D[Lighting Adjusted]
B -->|No| E[Exit]
Workflow Description
1. Initialization
The Home Assistant connects to the EverLights system, ensuring communication is established.
2. User Command Input
The homeowner issues a command to adjust the lighting settings through the Home Assistant interface or a voice assistant.
3. Lighting Status Check
The system checks the current time and ambient light levels to determine if the lights should be activated.
4. Adjust Lighting
Based on the conditions, EverLights adjusts the brightness, color, or patterns as instructed.
5. Confirmation
The system confirms the action to the user, indicating the new lighting state.
Postconditions
The EverLights system reflects the user’s adjustments, providing the desired lighting configuration and feedback.
Optional Enhancements
- Integrate with motion sensors to automatically activate lights when someone is nearby.
- Add a scheduling feature for automated lighting patterns based on time or events.
- Implement geofencing to trigger lights on/off based on user proximity.
Recommended Components
| Recommended Applications | Recommended Integrations | Recommended Devices |
|---|---|---|
| Home Assistant | Zigbee2MQTT, Z-Wave JS | WLED Light Controller, Lutron Caseta Dimmer |
Source Examples
- 2026.1: Home is where the dashboard is ?? – Home Assistant (homeassistant)