Examining the concept of interactive space through smart homes

The history of technology and space tells an intertwined story with the evolution and cultural development of humanity. With simple tools and the ability to control fire, early humans underwent a technological evolution in shaping their interactions with nature. In ancient times, with the development of civilizations, architecture and construction techniques also developed, cities were founded and places became the centers of social, cultural and economic life. In the Middle Ages, inventions such as book printing laid the foundations of information technology by enabling information to reach wider audiences. The Industrial Revolution made spaces more efficient with mechanization and fabrication. In the second half of the 20th century, the rise of computer technology and the internet strengthened the digitalization and global connections of spaces. Today, technology and space are experiencing a previously unimaginable integration with innovations such as smart cities, smart homes, virtual reality, IoT and artificial intelligence. This evolution reflects the ongoing interactive relationship between technology and space, from humanity's past to the future. Interactive space refers to a concept that emerged with the evolution of technology and has the ability to interact physically and digitally with users. While the design is created according to the users' habits, needs and tastes, the design is updated with the data received from the users. The development of smart home systems and the design of interactive personalized products enable the use of the interactive concept in smart homes. The integration of interactive space technology into smart homes makes smart homes with interactive fiction or design. These houses are equipped with technological features and adapt more innovative, unique and personalized concepts to their living spaces. Smart homes will continue to change our future lifestyles and how our homes are designed. Therefore, understanding the role of the concept of interactive space in this transformation process aims to help us better evaluate the future potential of smart homes. Within the framework of the concept of interactive space, which is the focus of the study, various interactive space and smart home examples from around the world are examined in detail in terms of space components, effectiveness and technologies. Keyswords: Interactive, Interaction, Technology, Interactive Space, Smart Homes