FLEXIBLE LIGHTING RETROFIT FOR CAT A FIT-OUT AT VICTORIA HOUSE

November 7, 2024  |  UK

Requirement

Modular and flexible configuration: division of independent space areas, easy to adapt to future layout changes, without the need for significant transformation.

Energy efficient: Automated lighting according to space occupation and natural light conditions, reducing energy consumption and costs.

Convenient and intuitive control: with the help of an easy-to-use APP, manual and automatic adjustments can be made to create personalised lighting.

Integration of cutting-edge technology: modern fixtures with intelligent control, without the need to replace existing installations.

Extremely forward-looking features: scalable and adaptable to meet the changing needs of tenants.

The Solution

DALI/Bluetooth controllers installed, to:

  • Adjust brightness based on natural light in open-plan spaces.
  • Automatically switch on and off non-dimmable luminaires.
  • Optimise energy consumption while maintaining visual comfort and simplifying control in low-demand areas.

Motion sensors installed in bathrooms and corridors to:

Automatically switch lights on and off, ensuring they operate only when needed.

Quick connection boxes installed, to:

  • Group luminaires and sensors into predefined modules, enabling centralised control (e.g., adjusting rows of luminaires near windows or turning off lights in specific zones).
  • Simplify installation with a plug-and-play design, eliminating the need for extensive wiring, reducing installation time, and enabling easy reconfigurations in the future.

Set astronomical time clocks, to:

Automatically manage exterior lighting, synchronised with sunrise and sunset, without manual adjustments.

Bluetooth receivers, implemented in the car park to:

Schedule automatic on/off lighting times via the Koolmesh app, ensuring lights are used only when necessary.

The Results

For tenants and future users:

  • Set schedules, adjust lighting levels for specific activities, and monitor the system in real-time via the Koolmesh app.
  • Enjoy visual comfort thanks to automatic natural light regulation.
  • Make quick manual adjustments for events or changes in space usage.
  • Access safe and efficient communal areas, with well-lit bathrooms, corridors, and parking areas that operate only when in use.

 For the property owners:

  • Reduced operational costs through automated lighting management.
  • A scalable system ready for future adaptations without significant works.
  • Remote management of the entire lighting system via the Koolmesh app.
  • A modern, efficient, and attractive building that meets high-quality lighting standards, including CIBSE LG7