Liquid 2 Ventures

Liquid 2 Ventures is a San Francisco-based venture capital firm founded in 2015 that provides seed- and early-stage capital to technology startups. The firm supports founders across technology sectors and seeks to partner with ambitious teams developing innovative software and related technologies.

Michael Ma

General Partner

Mike Miller

General Partner

Nathaniel Montana

General Partner

Elizabeth Montana-Luciano

Director of Operations

Matthew Mulvey

Partner

Past deals in Smart Home

Sauron

Seed Round in 2024
Meet your home operating system. Home security should reinforce your peace of mind. You deserve a sanctuary, one that gives you the freedom to live your life with the people that matter most. That’s why we created something entirely new. Sauron is an autonomous platform for the perimeter of your home. It works discreetly in the background to reliably identify potential threats in all environmental conditions and it instantly recognizes who’s part of your inner circle. We provide a bespoke white-glove service, ensuring that each client’s security platform is installed with precision and care, swiftly and without disrupting the comfort or aesthetics of their home. To complement the technology, Sauron leverages its Intelligent Response and Intrusion Suppression (IRIS) Command Center, staffed 24/7 by exceptionally trained agents with diverse backgrounds in law enforcement, military service, executive protection, and other critical security fields. The team builds relationships with local police departments to ensure a rapid police response to verified security incidents.

Helio Home

Seed Round in 2023
Helio is a company focused on facilitating the transition from fossil fuels to complete electrification of homes. It operates an innovative online platform that provides customers with a straightforward and cost-effective approach to achieve whole-home electrification. The platform integrates various systems including solar energy, heating and cooling, electrical systems, insulation, and ventilation, ensuring a holistic design for energy efficiency. By promoting the use of electric solutions, Helio aims to help customers reduce their carbon footprints and minimize reliance on fossil fuels, contributing to a more sustainable future.

PowerX

Seed Round in 2021
PowerX is a developer of an energy management system focused on optimizing heating systems and reducing costs associated with water heating. The system can be integrated with existing water heaters, allowing it to learn users' preferences for water temperature and heat only the necessary amount of water. This approach not only helps customers save on their water heating bills but also contributes to a reduction in carbon emissions. Additionally, PowerX intelligently purchases surplus electricity at the lowest prices, further enhancing its energy efficiency and cost-saving capabilities.

Enode

Seed Round in 2021
Enode is a technology company focused on facilitating the transition to a sustainable energy system by connecting and optimizing various energy devices. Its platform utilizes application programming interfaces (APIs) to enable seamless integration of energy products, such as electric vehicles, home batteries, solar inverters, and thermostats, into applications. This approach allows businesses to quickly connect users’ energy devices with minimal coding, significantly reducing the time and complexity associated with developing energy management applications. By streamlining the integration process, Enode helps clients optimize energy consumption and participate in flexible markets, contributing to the development of a zero-carbon energy grid.

Enode

Seed Round in 2021
Enode is a technology company focused on facilitating the transition to a sustainable energy system by connecting and optimizing various energy devices. Its platform utilizes application programming interfaces (APIs) to enable seamless integration of energy products, such as electric vehicles, home batteries, solar inverters, and thermostats, into applications. This approach allows businesses to quickly connect users’ energy devices with minimal coding, significantly reducing the time and complexity associated with developing energy management applications. By streamlining the integration process, Enode helps clients optimize energy consumption and participate in flexible markets, contributing to the development of a zero-carbon energy grid.

Casai

Series A in 2020
Casai is a startup in Latin America, merging smart home technology, and premium accommodation to innovate the hospitality industry. It is a real estate platform for fully-furnished premium apartments in Mexico City and is a hospitality concept designed for the nomadic generation. Casai curates beautiful apartments that merge the design and comforts of a boutique hotel with the technology of a San Francisco home and the local ambiance of a vacation rental.

Piccolo

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Piccolo develops gesture-based smart home vision assistant technology. Utilizing artificial intelligence, it tracks inhabitants' movements and adapts to their preferences without constant input.

Casai

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Casai is a startup in Latin America, merging smart home technology, and premium accommodation to innovate the hospitality industry. It is a real estate platform for fully-furnished premium apartments in Mexico City and is a hospitality concept designed for the nomadic generation. Casai curates beautiful apartments that merge the design and comforts of a boutique hotel with the technology of a San Francisco home and the local ambiance of a vacation rental.

Pine Park Health

Pre Seed Round in 2018
Pine Park Health improves healthcare outcomes for seniors by collaborating with Medicare Advantage plans, senior living communities, and providers. It establishes dedicated clinics within communities, staffed by physicians, physician assistants, and nurses to deliver safer, more convenient urgent and primary care on-site.

Nucleus

Series A in 2016
Nucleus develops a wireless home intercom system designed to enhance family communication. Inspired by traditional intercoms, the system integrates features such as video calling and smart home management, providing a comprehensive communication tool for modern households. By connecting to the home’s WiFi, Nucleus enables instant, hands-free communication among family members, whether they are in different rooms or located far away. The devices can be easily installed in various rooms, ensuring seamless interaction and connectivity within the home.

Deako

Pre Seed Round in 2016
Deako, Inc. is a Seattle-based company established in 2015 that specializes in manufacturing electrical switches designed for modern lighting systems. The company provides a range of modular products, including dimmers, scene controllers, and motion sensor switches, all of which can be controlled through a user-friendly mobile application or alternatively through smart speakers. Deako's innovative lighting solutions enhance convenience by allowing homeowners to customize their lighting experience; the switches can automatically illuminate spaces without the need for a mobile device or remote control. With a focus on making lighting customization more accessible, Deako aims to improve home automation and user experience in everyday living.
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