Smart Villa in Taji

Residential project in Baghdad, Iraq

Project category Residential
Project type New project
Year of completion 2025
Size of project(m2) 101 – 500
Number of KNX devices used 1 – 25
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Twisted pair
IP
Man hours 1 – 100
Man power 6 – 10
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Project characteristics

This diagram shows the level of energy efficiency, innovation and ease of use in the project. The main characteristic is displayed in the centre.

Applications used

The icons marked in green are the applications used in this project via KNX.

Lighting
Heating, Ventilation & Air conditioning (HVAC)
Blind and Shutter Control
Security and Safety
Operation and Visualisation
Automation and Remote Access
Energy Management/Smart Metering
Other

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.

Ease of Use

By integrating KNX, we automatically experience a higher energy efficiency and comfort. Furthermore, by the possibility to use further devices, in order to make the usage of the project easier, we can look at further opportunity to even make the whole installation easier in usage.

Applications used

  • Lighting: Switching , Dimming , Light Scenes , Lighting Colour Control
  • Heating, Ventilation & Air conditioning (HVAC): Central & Automatic Control , Individual Room Control / Zone Control
  • Blind and Shutter Control: Individual Control , Group & Central Control
  • Security and Safety: Emergency Lighting , Supervision (e.g. Cameras) , Interaction with HVAC/Lighting
  • Operation and Visualisation: Switches / Push Buttons , IR Remote Control , PC Visualisation , Touch Panels & Display Panels , Tablets and smart phones
  • Automation and Remote Access: System Supervision , Internet Access , Remote Programming
  • Energy Management/Smart Metering: Visualisation , Energy Harvesting (Avoiding use of batteries) , Battery Storage
  • Other: Intercom , Audio Control , Video Control , Home Appliances Control

Customer's description

Our project deserves nomination for the KNX Sustainability Award due to its strong focus on energy efficiency and environmental impact reduction. By utilizing KNX technology, we’ve created a smart automation system that intelligently manages lighting, HVAC, and shading based on real-time data such as occupancy, natural light, and temperature. This approach ensures optimal energy use, reduces waste, and significantly lowers both energy costs and CO₂ emissions. The flexibility of KNX allowed us to integrate various systems seamlessly, adapt to user behavior, and future-proof the building for upcoming sustainability demands. Our project stands as a model of how KNX can enable greener, smarter buildings.

Contact information

Company name EL-NUKHBA ENGINEERING COMPANY
Company email info@elnukhba.com
Company website https://elnukhba.com
Contact name Aws Alhasane
Contact function Installer