Smart buildings are buildings such as office buildings that are equipped with intelligent technology and automation. This makes it possible to monitor and control various aspects of the building.
Through the intelligent use of technology, smart buildings give people more control over the optimal use of work and living spaces.
The aim is to enable user-friendly operation even from external locations, while at the same time striving for efficient use of energy in order to reduce costs and improve the carbon footprint.
How smart buildings are shaping our future
This system can be helpful in terms of smart and future-oriented solutions. By analyzing data, the system can determine, control, and reduce resource consumption without the need for human control or intervention.
In the future, artificial intelligence would be responsible for implementation, efficiently controlling and managing building functions through data exchange.
Thanks to specific models and projects that have been implemented in this area, smart buildings are currently still in a kind of test phase and will become increasingly important over time.
Advantages of smart buildings
- Energy saving thanks to automatic control of heating, cooling, and lighting
- Reduces CO2 emissions
- Efficient and resource-saving operation
- Increases the attractiveness of the property
- Security through monitoring systems
- Offers comfort
What happens if the power goes out?
The dependence of smart buildings on electricity is a frequent point of criticism. Essential functions could be impaired in the event of power failures.
In this case, the emergency power supply or offline mode is there to counteract this in such situations so that the system can continue to run and be controlled.
Smart building example
"The Ship" in Cologne




Architects: Müller Architecture, Schneider-Sedlaczek
When viewed from the air, the building resembles a sailing ship. It symbolizes the shared journey of a well-coordinated crew setting sail for new shores.
The companies based there have an app that connects them to the building's smart technology. This not only gives employees access, but also allows them to check which rooms are available, reserve rooms if necessary, and much more, such as automatically optimizing lighting and air conditioning.