Smart Comfort in the Heart of Town

The restoration of a historic waterside apartment in Gloucester’s Double Reynolds building required careful integration of modern smart technology within a period structure. The goal was to create a sophisticated, automated living environment without compromising the building’s original charm or aesthetic balance. The owners wanted seamless control over lighting, heating, audio, blinds, and security - all from a single, intuitive system - while maintaining energy efficiency and enhancing day-to-day comfort.

Loxone became the intelligent backbone of the apartment’s transformation. The fully integrated system unites lighting, climate, shading, audio, and security into one cohesive ecosystem. Presence sensors, colour-tunable RGBW lighting, and automated blinds work together to create ambience and efficiency throughout each room, while zoned audio and smart heating adapt intuitively to occupancy and schedule.



From automated privacy blinds that activate with the shower to escape lighting triggered by fire alarms, every detail demonstrates the power of thoughtful automation. The result is a characterful yet cutting-edge smart home - a perfect example of how Loxone can enhance comfort, security, and atmosphere in even the most distinctive historic buildings.