What the client wanted was for technology to disappear into the architecture, remain simple and intuitive to operate, and protect a valuable art collection through controlled lighting, temperature, and humidity, all within the constraints of a protected building that couldn't be structurally modified.
Smart Business built the project around four pillars: user-experience-centered design, discreet aesthetic integration, advanced engineering around installation constraints, and full customization by zone.
The system runs on Control4 with more than five touchscreens and four handheld controllers, integrating radiant heating/cooling, a 500+ driver DALI lighting network, 21-zone distributed audio, air recovery systems, and motorized TVs all using hybrid wired and professional-grade wireless technology.
Alternative wiring conduits were designed and professional-grade wireless sensors and actuators were used in place of hardwiring.
Precision humidity, temperature, and light sensors were integrated with museum-grade lighting and automations that respond directly to environmental changes.
Custom engineering delivered a 90-degree-movement motorized mount that shifted weight distribution to one side to route around the gas lines.
The flexible system architecture absorbed each change without compromising aesthetics or performance.
