The Great Gatsby

Apartment in Glyfada

Applications Used

Lighting

Heating, Ventilation & Air conditioning (HVAC)

Security and Safety

Operation and Visualisation

Energy Management/Smart Metering

Other

Automation and Remote Access

Blind and Shutter Control

Project Details

Category Value
Project Category Apartment
Project Type Residential
Year of Completion 2026
Project Size 101 – 500
Number of KNX Devices Used 26 – 100
KNX Transmission Media Twisted pair
Man Hours 1 – 100
Man Power 1 – 5

Featured in this project

1Home Solutions GmbH
Hager Controls
ABB AG - STOTZ-KONTAKT
Berker GmbH & Co. KG
Elsner Elektronik GmbH
Airzone - Corporación Empresarial Altra
Theben AG
Zennio Avance y Tecnología s.l.

Detailed Description

Energy Efficiency

The usage of automated functions already save energy in every installation. Especially the usage of KNX has a lot of potential for further energy savings, which can contribute to a better environmental footprint. Be extending KNX to more functions and applications, energy savings of up to 60% can be realised. Thanks to the flexibility of KNX, these functions can easily be implemented in this installation

Innovation

Smart homes and buildings are always an upgrade in comparison to a conventional installation. Not only automated functions and a higher level of comfort contribute to a higher living standard, but also the possibility to be ready for coming innovations. Thanks to the usage of KNX, the door has been opened to integrate new innovative solutions, using the worldwide STANDARD for home and building control.

Applications Used

  • Lighting - Switching, Dimming, Light Scenes, Timed Control, Automatic Occupancy Detection
  • Heating, Ventilation & Air conditioning (HVAC) - Central & Automatic Control, Automatic Occupancy Detection, Individual Room Control / Zone Control, Valve Drive Control / Fan Coil Control, CO2 / Humidity Measuring, Floor Heating Control, Boiler and burner Control
  • Security and Safety - Faults (e.g. Leak Detection, Glass Break Detection, Window Contacts), Access Control, Intrusion Detection / Alarm Systems, Presence Simulation
  • Operation and Visualisation - Switches / Push Buttons, PC Visualisation, Web Servers, Touch Panels & Display Panels, Tablets and smart phones
  • Energy Management/Smart Metering
  • Other - Irrigation Control
  • Automation and Remote Access - Timed Functions, Logical Functions, System Supervision, Internet Access, Remote Programming, Messaging (e.g. SMS)
  • Blind and Shutter Control - Individual Control, Group & Central Control, Preset Positioning, Automatic Programs

Customers Description

This residential KNX smart home project in Glyfada, Greece, was designed to combine elegance, comfort, and intelligent control into a seamless living experience. The system integrates lighting, climate, and shading to create personalized atmospheres for every moment of the day. Special attention was given to lighting control, where KNX works flawlessly with DALI to deliver smooth dimming and perfect ambiance, as seen in the bedroom where warm, balanced lighting enhances both relaxation and aesthetics. The installation ensures reliability, energy efficiency, and future scalability, allowing the home to evolve with the needs of its occupants. Through intuitive control interfaces and automation scenarios, the project transforms everyday living into a refined and effortless experience.

Contact Information

Company Name COGNITIVE O.E.
Company Email info@cognitive.gr
Company Website https://www.cognitive.gr/
Contact Name ATHANASIOS ILIADIS
Contact Function System Integrator