The Modern Hearth
An independent editorial voice for smart home technology that belongs in a carefully considered home.
The Modern Hearth was founded on a simple premise: smart home technology has matured to the point where the best products are genuinely invisible. They do not demand your attention. They do not announce themselves. They simply make life at home feel a little more effortless.
We are a small editorial team of writers and researchers who test products in real homes over extended periods — weeks, not afternoons. We do not accept review units without disclosure, and we do not accept payment for editorial coverage. Our opinions are our own.
Our areas of focus are smart lighting, climate control, home audio, and security — the categories that, in our experience, have the greatest impact on daily life at home.
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The Team
Elena Voss
Interior Technology Editor
Elena covers smart lighting and home audio. She has been writing about the intersection of interior design and technology for eight years.
Marcus Brennan
Smart Home Correspondent
Marcus focuses on climate control and security systems. He lives in a fully connected home and has the energy bills to prove it works.
James Alderton
Contributing Writer
James writes long-form guides and buying advice. He approaches every product from the perspective of someone who hates complicated setup.