• A home is not just a building that shelters us from the elements; it is a haven in our daily lives and signifies family. Its shape and meaning have changed gradually over time. In this day and age, cutting-edge technologies, such as the Internet of things (IoT) and AI, are transforming the home into a smart house or a smart home. The families living in these homes are also becoming increasingly diverse. In this edition, we will introduce research that attempts to capture the present and future shape of these homes.