CERTIFIED INSTALLERThe Worldwide Standard for Smart Home & Building Automation
KNX is the worldwide open standard for smart home and building automation, backed by over 500 manufacturers. It provides a reliable, wired bus system for controlling lighting, climate, blinds, security, and energy management — trusted in luxury residences and commercial buildings across the globe.
WHY WE BUILD ON KNX
Our experience with KNX
We design and install KNX systems for clients who want rock-solid, standards-based automation that will last decades. From system architecture and device selection to ETS programming, scene configuration, and integration with Home Assistant, our team delivers KNX projects across villas and apartments throughout Dubai. We handle everything — structured cabling, bus topology, actuator setup, and ongoing support.
Open Worldwide Standard.
KNX is an ISO/IEC standard (ISO 14543) supported by 500+ manufacturers. No vendor lock-in — choose devices from any KNX-certified brand.
Wired Reliability.
The KNX twisted-pair bus delivers rock-solid communication that never drops. No interference from Wi-Fi congestion or wireless signal issues.
Decades of Longevity.
KNX installations are designed to last 20+ years. The standard has been around since the 1990s and maintains full backward compatibility.
Lighting & Climate Scenes.
One-touch scenes that adjust lighting, temperature, blinds, and entertainment simultaneously for any activity or time of day.
Seamless Home Assistant Integration.
KNX integrates natively with Home Assistant via the KNX integration, combining industrial-grade wired reliability with smart dashboards and advanced automations.
A RECENT KNX BUILD
5-bed new-build villa, Reem Hills, Abu Dhabi · 6,800 sqft
KNX twisted-pair backbone run during fit-out. 22 dimming actuators, 18 engraved keypads, 6 KNX-native thermostats, 14 motorized blinds on KNX shutter actuators, Home Assistant on top via the KNX integration.
AED 380,000. Done in 35 days. Eight months in, zero communication failures. The keypads have become a feature the owners point out to visitors. Designed for 20 years.
“We chose KNX because we plan to live here for twenty years and we wanted something that would still be standard then. The wiring went in during the build, the keypads look like jewellery, and nothing has glitched in eight months.”
Ahmed N. · Reem Hills new-build villa, owner
WHAT WE TYPICALLY DEPLOY WITH KNX
| Bus topology | KNX TP twisted pair, line + area couplers |
| Lighting actuators | ABB / Schneider / MDT dimming and switching |
| Climate | ZennIO / Theben thermostats, KNX-IP gateways |
| Keypads | Jung / Berker / GVS engraved push-button |
| Shading | KNX shutter actuators, astronomical clock |
| Programming | ETS6 with full project documentation |
| Setup time | 3-6 weeks for villa, plus 1-2 weeks ETS programming |
KNX VS THE ALTERNATIVES
| Concern | KNX | Home Assistant | Crestron |
|---|---|---|---|
| Setup cost | Higher | Lower | Highest |
| Wired backbone | Yes (TP) | No | Yes |
| Best for | New builds, 20-year horizon | Renters, retrofits, openness | Custom luxury, max reliability |
| Vendor independence | High (500+ brands speak KNX) | Highest (open source) | Low (proprietary) |
| Programming | ETS by certified partner | YAML / UI | SIMPL Windows / certified dealer |
We deploy KNX for Smart AC, Lighting, Security, Audio Visual, Blinds, and Whole-Home.
KNX PROJECTS
Recent KNX builds.
Reem Hills · Villa
KNX Whole-Home – Reem Hills New-Build Villa
A 5-bedroom new-build villa in Reem Hills with KNX backbone for lighting, climate, blinds and security. Designed at fit-out for 20-year longevity.
Business Bay · Office
Office Automation – Business Bay Commercial Space
A 200 sqm open-plan office in Business Bay automated with smart climate, lighting zones, and access control for a growing tech startup.
Frequently asked questions
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