In a remarkable achievement, SECOM Co., Ltd. has announced that its household security service, SECOM Home Security, has been honored with the 2025 Good Design Long Life Design Award, organized by the Japan Design Promotion Association. This award highlights the company’s commitment to creating multi-faceted design elements that symbolize safety and security, all while adapting to the evolving needs of modern times.
The roots of SECOM Home Security can be traced back to 1981, when the company launched Japan's very first home safety system, known as MyAlarm. Over the years, this service has undergone several transformations, including a rebranding in 1989 when it was renamed SECOM Home Security. In 2017, the seventh generation of this service, SECOM Home Security NEO, was rolled out, featuring thoughtful design focused on environmental performance and an elegant aesthetic, alongside innovative smartphone integration. Today, after more than 40 years, the service continues to evolve, serving over 1.624 million households across Japan as of March 2025.
The judging panel praised the service, reflecting on its history from the era when it was first introduced, acknowledging how the perception of safety and essential services has dramatically changed. The award committee expressed appreciation for SECOM's ongoing dedication to integrating product design into daily life while being mindful of environmental impacts, thus making it a deserving winner of the Long Life Design Award.
The judging comments emphasized the historical context of the award's inception, highlighting the stark contrast between the past and present. The jury noted, "In 1981, safety and water were considered free, but times have changed, and services provided by companies now play a vital role in ensuring that safety standards are met. It’s essential to acknowledge how SECOM has fused functionality with aesthetic design, providing not just security but peace of mind."
SECOM is resolutely committed to adapting the design and utility of SECOM Home Security in accordance with emerging trends, ensuring families continue to experience an unwavering sense of safety. The company pledges to enhance the design and functionality of their offerings as it continues to honor the founder's vision of providing every individual with the capacity to sleep soundly at night.
Overview of SECOM Home Security
SECOM Home Security offers a robust security solution, monitoring for burglary, fire, emergency alerts, and gas leaks, all available online 24/7. The system is equipped with sensors that communicate any detected anomalies directly to the SECOM Control Center, which then dispatches emergency responders as needed. Furthermore, users can monitor and control the security status of their homes remotely via smartphone, allowing them to set or disarm the system from afar.
About the Long Life Design Award
The Long Life Design Award seeks to acknowledge and celebrate designs that hold enduring significance and appeal, transcending time while continuing to positively impact people’s lives. The award aims to honor not only products but also the creators behind designs that have remained loved by users through more than a decade of existence, standing as a testament to enduring quality and aesthetic excellence. The award shines a light on products, architecture, services, and content expected to continue thriving in the years to come, recognized for their high design standards and enduring popularity.
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