A countryside home with a warm, rustic charm and the comfort of modern living — that was the dream of a young couple building on the outskirts of Bruges. No clutter of buttons or screens, just a smart foundation that thinks along and works invisibly in daily life. Lighting played a key role: not only functional but also atmospheric, flexible, and intelligently controlled. Thanks to Qbus, everything works in sync — from dimmable spots to automated blinds and personalized lighting scenes. Together with installer Kristof Debal, they chose a solution that feels like it has always been there. Everything flows naturally and smoothly.
This house shows how seamlessly technology and style can go together. Everything is smartly controlled, yet invisible.
The home is located in a quiet, green neighborhood on the edge of Bruges and radiates rural charm. Inside, the look is different: clean finishes, contemporary style, and state-of-the-art tech. Qbus manages the lighting, audio system, electric blinds, and access control. Everything is subtly integrated into the interior, with controls tailored to each space.
A central role is played by the DALI lighting system: it allows multiple lighting points to be controlled over a single cable while still dimming individually — flicker-free and with an impressively wide dimming range. The perfect blend of control and ambiance.
Smart ambiance
The kitchen features a Tastu Display: an elegant, user-friendly room controller with a full-color touchscreen. With it, the residents control lighting circuits, scenes, and blinds. They can also adjust the temperature thanks to the built-in thermostat function. “The combination of scenes, touch control, and automation makes the system truly complete — and still very intuitive”, Kristof says.
The blinds are smartly programmed as well. They can be operated manually via the Tastu, but also respond automatically to sunlight and time settings. Every evening, they close themselves — around twenty minutes after sunset. It just happens. No thought needed.
Comfort, effortlessly
At the entrance, the lights switch on when motion is detected. The blinds follow the sun. Music plays where you are, when you want it. Everything moves with you. But behind every detail is a system that makes life easier — without being noticeable. “It’s smart home technology that simply does what it should — without you having to think about it”, Kristof adds. He proudly featured the project on his own website.
Project info sheet
- Project type: New-build countryside-style home
- Locatie: Bruges
- Installer: Kristof Debal (Zedelgem)
- Applications: DALI lighting, electric blinds, access control, audio system
- Control: Tastu Display (touchscreen with scenes), automated by clock and sensors
- Smart functions: Astronomical clock, light sensor, motion detection, temperature regulation
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