“ With our smart products, we offer bespoke
solutions – from light control to bespoke
programming. This is how we support modern
New Work concepts and create a pleasant
atmosphere.”
Christopher Griessler, Department Head Digital Solutions
New Work with smart
sensor technology
Digital Solutions
The grandstands at the horse-racing track in Vienna
are setting out on a new chapter in their history. The
building had remained unused for over 70 years, but
after three years of renovation it was converted into
an office of the future. The aim was to combine inno-
vation and tradition and to take a pioneering lead in
creating modern working environments. The require-
ment was to develop solutions for lighting and sensor
technology to implement the flexible office concept
‘Activity-Based Working’. This allows employees to
choose the right workplace for their activity, with a
mix of fixed workstations, flexible areas, focus work-
stations, and a library for focused work.
To make this concept a reality, a bespoke BETO
free-standing luminaire with an integrated sensor
was developed that measures light intensity, noise
levels, air quality, CO2, presence, and temperature.
The recorded data can be made available to the build-
ing management system so that informed decisions
can be made about controlling individual systems such
as heating, air conditioning, ventilation, alarm systems
and central control. At the same time, the data is
transferred to the cloud, where it is analysed to draw
conclusions about building use and identify optimisa-
tion potential. In addition, control lights can be used
to communicate workplace occupancy or noise levels
at the workplace. The intuitive helloX app by re:workX
not only uses the collected data, but also incorpo-
rates social aspects. It enables employees to find free
workstations, book meeting rooms, and network with
colleagues, thus supporting social exchange. The
result: maximum energy efficiency and workspaces
where people feel comfortable.
Racing track grandstands
Vienna, AT – by Martin Kohlbauer
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