Bare Metal Home

A System Architect's guide to reclaiming cognitive freedom through local-first automation. This series documents the transition from fragmented, cloud-dependent "Smart Apps" to a unified, high-performance local stack. By stripping away the bloat and running on "Bare Metal" hardware—from repurposed laptops to dedicated tablet kiosks—we explore how to build a home that doesn't just respond to commands, but actively manages the mental load of daily life.