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The biggest challenge with the original setup was the fragmentation between systems. Each function in the home - lighting, shading, heating, cooling, ventilation and access control - operated independently, using different brands and interfaces. Lighting was managed by Dynalite, shading by Lutron, and heating by Heatmiser’s NeoStat (linked with a ground source heat pump). Cooling and ventilation were handled separately with the cooling via Fujitsu units, while access systems and rainwater harvesting had their own controls. This meant there was no unified way to automate or coordinate actions across the home - no single place to manage lighting scenes with heating schedules, or to link shading with cooling, for example. Day-to-day operation required juggling multiple apps, switches, and settings, which made smart home control anything but seamless. The lack of integration also limited the potential for energy efficiency and comfort. This fragmentation highlighted the need for a centralised system - one capable of bringing all these elements together under a single, intelligent platform.
Solution
To resolve the fragmentation, we brought all systems under the control of a single, centralised platform - Loxone. By integrating lighting, shading, heating, cooling, access control, and other services into one intelligent system, we enabled seamless coordination between them. Loxone now automates key functions based on time of day, occupancy, temperature, and other conditions - creating a more responsive, energy-efficient, and user-friendly home. Instead of multiple apps and systems, everything is managed through one interface, with custom scenes and automation routines tailored to the homeowner’s needs. This approach not only simplifies control but also unlocks the full potential of a smart home.
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