Ben Hewston

Studying Mathematics

Trinity College Dublin

I’m Ben Hewston.

From designing and programming custom smart switches to wiring a full home automation system and constructing a garden room, I take ideas from concept to reality.

Self-taught and curious, I thrive on learning new skills and tackling complex projects with both detail and drive.

Projects

2021

Garden Room

Designed in CAD, sourced materials and constructed a cedar cladded garden room, with a fully furnished interior and electrics.

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2021

Custom Smart Light Switches

Designed a custom smart light switch from scratch - designing the Schematic, PCB, Mechanical and Code.

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2022

Home Automation System

Designed and built a custom home automation system during house renovations, installing over 350 wires and using my own 3D-printed, ESP32-based smart light switches.

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Kitchen Build

Designed and installed a modern, functional IKEA kitchen featuring sleek finishes, efficient layout, and fully integrated appliances.

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2023

Desk Build

A custom-built desk designed and built for a client. MDF cabinets with a stained pine worktop.

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2024

Custom Smart Light Switches V5

Based off real world data from previously installed versions, I created a new custom smart light switch to control the lights in my house

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