On the occasion of IFA 2023LG Electronics will present its residential housing proposal, LG Smart Cottage.
LG’s Smart Cottage launched at IFA 2023
The Smart Cottage is one compact, prefabricated house which integrates LG’s cutting-edge solutions for heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC) ed energyas well as its innovative smart appliances. Combining high-quality appliances and efficient services within a space created using the most advanced modular housing technologies and techniques, LG Smart Cottage introduces a new paradigm of residential housing.
Conceived under the banner of sustainability and in line with LG’s vision of providing a better life for all, the Smart Cottage, structured on two floors, offers a functional and practical environment and the maximum space optimization. Despite its small size, the modular house has all the necessary appliances and facilities and can be easily transported and placed in the desired place. According to research conducted by ReportLinker, the global manufactured home market is expected to reach USD 22.9 billion by 2028, with an annual growth rate of 4.8% from 2023 to 2028.
IFA 2023, the interior of the Smart Cottage LG
Inside of the atmosphere is relaxed thanks to the solid and refined design chosen by LG and thanks to the harmonious use of different materials such as wood, tiles and brass. To reduce the environmental impact, the house’s replaceable module components were made with low carbon steel materials produced by the well-known South Korean company POSCO.
The efficiency of innovative LG solutions
The innovative high efficiency LG solutions installed inside LG Smart Cottage include the laundry column LG WashTower Compact, the QuadWash dishwasher, built-in kitchen appliances, a water purifier and the THERMA V Monobloc air-to-water heat pump (AWHP). In addition to ensuring year-round indoor climate comfort and consuming less energy than a conventional heating and cooling system, LG’s energy-saving heat pump can provide a reliable source of domestic hot water thanks to the connection with the integrated tank (IWT) with a capacity of 200 litres.
The exterior of the Cottage
Outside, the Smart Cottage is equipped with sustainability-conscious LG technologies, capable of meeting the daily energy needs of two guests. Roof-mounted 4-kilowatt (kW) solar panels are connected to LG’s Energy Storage System (ESS) to ensure collection and storage of solar energy on site safely and reliably, generating up to 15 kilowatts of electricity per day.
Excess energy can be stored in the ESS for later use or sold to the contracted electricity supplier. Additionally, LG’s modular home comes with a built-in EV charger, so homeowners won’t have to worry about fitting one in to power their EV.
L’app LG ThinQ
For a practical and intelligent user experience, all appliances in this home connect seamlessly with l’app LG ThinQ. Through the app, users can easily control each device, manage the entire HVAC system, and monitor energy accumulation and consumption in real time. Also, LG ThinQ connects to accessories with Internet of Things (IoT) which enhance the security of the Smart Cottage, including cameras, motion sensors and smart doorbells, contributing to the safety and peace of mind of guests.