Somfy and OSRAM Create Smarter Buildings with Natural and Artificial Light

Somfy is proud to partner with OSRAM to create smarter, easier to manage building through unified control of both natural and artificial lighting. Somfy’s automated shades work together seamlessly with OSRAM’s Encelium® networked lighting management system to maximize the usage of both natural and artificial light in building environments. The combination of OSRAM Encelium and Somfy Digital Network® (SDN) creates a centralized interface for facility managers, simplifying the process of light management for projects of all sizes. 

What was life like before the Somfy and OSRAM partnership? In the past, automated shading and lighting management systems were disconnected. Lighting and shading had separate programming, separate maintenance and even separate wall stations for control. Having shades and artificial lighting managed separately led to a truly confusing user experience. It hindered the ability for buildings to be energy efficient and simply maintained. 

Somfy and OSRAM recognized it was time to change things up. That’s when they had a bright idea. What if shading and lighting could be controlled together? What if it was simple to maximize both natural and artificial light with one unified control experience? How much time and energy could we save if we looked at the problem in a different light?

Now, it’s simple to control both lighting and shades together in one unified wall station or touchscreen. Our bright idea of a single dashboard allows facility managers to save time while taking advantage of natural and artificial light. This single dashboard allows building managers to set, manage and configure their lights and shades. It’s possible to schedule lighting around office hours, holiday schedules, and astronomical events like sunrise and sunset. Simplified control streamlines building management and optimizes energy performance, reducing wasted time and energy. 

Importantly, simplifying control of natural and artificial lighting increases occupant comfort within building environments, increasing productivity and everyday wellbeing. Shading and lighting now work together in a simple, intuitive way to create building environments that bring out the best in occupants.

Somfy and OSRAM are excited to streamline the lighting management process to create smarter, simpler and more energy-efficient buildings.

Click here to learn more about Somfy-powered commercial solutions and learn more about the Encelium Light Management System from OSRAM here.