Gira shines at Mermaid Cottage
Project Summary
More convenience, more economy, more security… Intelligent building technology from Gira has made Mermaid Cottage, a stunning period property, both beautiful and smart. Centrally controlled house technology, time-dependent temperature control, automatic light control, keyless access and much more – everything is designed uniformly in this stunning South coast home.
Project Description
The smart building technology installed at Mermaid Cottage can be divided into three parts. For conventional installation the cottage features a selection of Gira products for electricity, light, door communication, communication technology and more. In addition to this two intelligent systems are installed that enable a high degree of comfort, security, flexibility and economy: the Gira Instabus KNX/EIB system and the Gira radio bus system:
1. Conventional installation
Mermaid cottage features socket outlets, dimmers, push switches, room temperature controllers, LED illumination, antenna connections, motion detectors, door intercom systems and more by Gira.
2. Gira Instabus KNX/EIB system
Intelligent building technology is realised within Mermaid Cottage via Gira’s flexible KNX bus technology system. Devices communicate with each other and exchange information within the system. For this an Instabus control line is installed parallel to the power line. Possibilities: requirement-specific use of lighting and heating, central control of light, blinds, ventilation and household devices, programming of specific lighting scenes, multimedia or music entertainment in all rooms, automatic watering of the garden, presence simulations and more.
3. Gira radio bus system
Mermaid cottage benefitted from simply retrofitting the intelligence, installation without the usual dirt and noise. A wide spectrum of control options have been realised such as light scenes, blind and heating control and automatic lighting, without walls having to be chopped. Communication occurs via transmitters and receivers.
Customer Comment
With Mermaid Cottage the Architect and the Client both wanted coordination, performance and that all important aesthetic appeal. Gira was selected from the start, it delivered on every level.
Top features
User Interface
Mermaid Cottage can be fully controlled via the Gira HomeServer 3, which features a uniformly structured interface design, whether a Gira/Pro-face Server Client 15, a laptop or the owners iPhone is used. Simple operation of the complex house technology – the concept of the new Gira interface focused mainly upon a high level of user friendliness, fast orientation and and a visually appealing information design. A clear and intuitive menu ensures quick access to all smart aspects of the home.
Kitchen
Intelligent functions:
- Blind controllers for time-dependent blind control
- Room temperature controller for heating control
- Push button sensor for controlling, switching and dimming
- Touchdimmer for the right lighting mood
- Control unit M217/M218 for operating the Revox multiroom system
- Flush-mounted radio installed into the wall
- Info Display as a compact display and switching station for the house technology
- Server Client 15 controls the Instabus KNX/EIB system
- Time clock easy to start devices at the desired times
- Radio weather station shows all weather information
Safety:
- Smoke detector basic/VdS warns in the case of smoke formation
Socket outlets:
- Socket outlets with child protection that protects against electrical shocks
- Socket outlets with rotated insert for devices with angled plugs
- Socket outlets with hinged cover above work surfaces – protects against splashes and dirt
Living Room
Intelligent functions:
- Blind controller for time-dependent blind control
- Room temperature controller for heating control
- Push button sensor for controlling, switching and dimming
- Touchdimmer for the right lighting mood
- Control unit M217/M218 for operating the Revox multiroom system
- TV gateway – see who is at the door via TV
- Info Display as a compact display and switching station for the house technology
- InfoTerminal Touch – the central switching unit for house technology
- Time clock easy to start devices at the desired times
- Radio weather station shows all weather information
Data connections:
- Antenna socket outlet – excellent reception for TV and radio
- Telephone socket outlet TAE for the right connection
- Stereo loudspeaker connection box Music enjoyment without tangled wires
- High-end loudspeaker plug connector for optimal sound quality
- Universal/ISDN connection box UAE/IAE for networking of telephone and PC
Safety:
- Smoke detector basic/VdS warns in the case of smoke formation
Socket outlets:
- Socket outlets with child protection protects against electrical shocks
- Socket outlets with rotated insert for devices with angled plugs
- Socket outlets with overvoltage protection avoids damage caused by excessive voltages
Bedrooms
Intelligent functions:
- Blind controller for time-dependent blind control
- Room temperature controller for heating control
- Push button sensor for controlling, switching and dimming
- Control unit M217/M218 for operating the Revox multiroom system
- Flush-mounted radio for installation in the wall
- Info Display as a compact display and switching station for the house technology
- InfoTerminal Touch – the central switching unit for house technology
- Time clock easy to start devices at the desired times
- Radio weather station shows all weather information
Data connections:
- Universal/ISDN connection box UAE/IAE for networking of telephone and PC
- Antenna socket outlet – excellent reception for TV and radio
- Telephone socket outlet TAE for the right connection
Safety:
- Smoke detector basic/VdS warns in the case of smoke formation
- Panic switch – full lighting at the press of a button
Socket outlets:
- Socket outlets with child protection protects against electrical shocks
- Socket outlets with rotated insert for devices with angled plugs
- Socket outlet with LED orientation light for orientation in the dark
- Socket outlet with overvoltage protection avoids damage caused by excessive voltages
Entrance Hall
Intelligent functions:
- Info Display as a compact display and switching station for the house technology
- InfoTerminal Touch – the central switching unit for house technology
- Push button sensor for controlling, switching and dimming
- Push switch with LED insert for better orientation
- Central circuit breaker – switch off everything at the press of a button
- Automatic control switch – there’s always light when it’s needed
Safety:
- Smoke detector basic/VdS warns in the case of smoke formation
- Radio door module Dialog for activating the radio alarm system
Socket outlets:
- Socket outlets with child protection protects against electrical shocks
- Socket outlets with LED orientation light for orientation in the dark
Door communication:
- Home station – informs you who is at the front door
