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Smart buildings: from KNX to real benefit

By Nefeli M.P. Kavouni · 2026-06-02 · 1 min read

How to design an automation system that serves building operation rather than marketing.

Building automation makes sense when it starts from use cases, not from a device list. First we define what the building should achieve, then we choose the technology.

KNX remains the most mature choice for wired installations, with vendor independence. Wireless IoT solutions suit renovations where new cabling is disproportionately expensive.

A well-designed BMS delivers three things: visibility of consumption, early fault notification and consistent comfort for occupants.

Maintenance is part of the design. A system without documentation and parameter access becomes a black box within two years.

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  • #IoT

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