Internet Of Things
contoller
The absolute Ferrari on controllers is:
HomeSeer HomeTroller S6: $1200
So we go for the Smartthings hub which supports Wifi, Zigbee, Z-Wave at $99
This is the list of compatible devices
lighting
For lighting you can use many things but the cheapest are:
Philips hue white / amazon GBP 14,99
Philips hue white / coolblue EUR 19,95
heating
For heating you need a smart radiator valve / TRV (thermostatic radiator valve) / Central heating valve
Conrad has these which are programmable but not smartthings
Honeywell Evohome will be compatible with smartthings soon
Tado
Danfoss doesn't seem to work
So far it looks like you will have to connect the brand thermostat to the TRV
other devices
fake TV
fake Dog