About
Hi there, I'm Tilman, it's great to meet you! 👋
I'm a product designer and software engineer with a passion for blending technology, art, and design into thoughtful, open-source projects. I live in a cozy 16th-century home, which I'm gradually transforming into a smarter, more connected space.
About Graphite
I began designing the Graphite theme in 2022 to make our Home Assistant setup more intuitive and visually harmonious for my partner Sophia and me. My aim was to create a user experience that's both friendly and beautiful, free of unnecessary complexity and compatible without requiring extra plugins.
Graphite was after the first public release crafted with two audiences in mind:
- Everyday Users: A clean, out-of-the-box theme that simplifies Home Assistant's interface.
- Tinkerers: A flexible foundation for creating custom themes, leveraging build tools and token abstraction to extend or tweak the design effortlessly.
Graphite isn't about flashy features or quantity; it's about quality. It's a theme that grows with you, whether you're just starting out or looking to personalize every pixel of your smart home interface.
Key Features
- Minimalist Aesthetic: A focus on clean design with harmonious colors and device native typography.
- User-Friendly: Designed to enhance usability for both new and experienced Home Assistant users.
- Customization Ready: Easily extend the theme using the provided tools, or tweak it with the theme patcher.
- No Dependencies: No plugins required, Graphite is designed to integrate seamlessly into your setup.
Why Graphite?
Graphite was born out of a personal need to improve the way we interact with our smart home. I wanted something intuitive, visually appealing, and built to last. It's been a labor of love, evolving through feedback and constant iteration.
If this theme improves your Home Assistant experience, leaving a star on GitHub would mean a lot and help others discover it too!
Star History
If you appreciate my work on Graphite or other projects, consider supporting me! Your sponsorship helps keep these projects alive and growing.
| Badge | Description | Link |
|---|---|---|
 | HACS Default Theme | Visit Repository |
 | GitHub Stars for the Project | View Stars |
 | Open Issues on GitHub | View Issues |
 | Theme Verification Status | Verification Workflow |
 | HACS Workflow Action Status | HACS Workflow |
 | Pages Deploy Workflow Action Status | Docs Deploy Workflow |