There are a lot of designers who think they understand technology and a lot of technology guys who think they understand design. But to put them together and make it robust and repeatable for the mass market? It's an art.

People buy products, and they want to understand what those things are and how they are applicable to their life.

Google has the business resources, global scale and platform reach to accelerate Nest growth across hardware, software and services for the home globally.

We built the iPod in weeks. It had to be what I thought it was going to be because there wasnt time for endless refinements.

We're thrilled to join Google. With their support, Nest will be even better placed to build simple, thoughtful devices that make life easier at home, and that have a positive impact on the world.

When I encounter a problem - something that's not quite right with a product - I enjoy breaking it down in my mind and exploring possible alternative solutions: Why this? Why not that? I apply the latest in technology and design to reinvent that product and solve my frustrations.

The truth is, homes change over time — and technology has to adapt, not try to do everything at once.