Ambassaden

Office building in OSLO

Applications Used

Lighting

Heating, Ventilation & Air conditioning (HVAC)

Security and Safety

Operation and Visualisation

Energy Management/Smart Metering

Other

Automation and Remote Access

Blind and Shutter Control

Project Details

Category	Value
Project Category	Office building
Project Type	Commercial
Year of Completion	2025
Project Size	5.000+
Number of KNX Devices Used	1.000+
KNX Transmission Media	Twisted pair
Man Hours	2.000+
Man Power	6 – 10

Featured in this project

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.

Applications Used

Lighting - Switching, Dimming, Light Scenes, Timed Control, Automatic Occupancy Detection, Constant Light Control, Lighting Colour Control
Heating, Ventilation & Air conditioning (HVAC) - Central & Automatic Control, Timed Operation Modes, Automatic Occupancy Detection, Weather Dependent Control, Individual Room Control / Zone Control, Valve Drive Control / Fan Coil Control, CO2 / Humidity Measuring, Natural Ventilation, Floor Heating Control, Boiler and burner Control
Security and Safety - Faults (e.g. Leak Detection, Glass Break Detection, Window Contacts), Emergency Lighting, Interaction with HVAC/Lighting
Operation and Visualisation - Switches / Push Buttons, PC Visualisation, Web Servers, Touch Panels & Display Panels, Tablets and smart phones
Energy Management/Smart Metering - Metering, Data Logging, Visualisation, Current Detection, Use of Renewable Energies
Other
Automation and Remote Access - Timed Functions, Logical Functions, System Supervision, Internet Access, Remote Programming, Messaging (e.g. SMS)
Blind and Shutter Control - Individual Control, Group & Central Control, Preset Positioning, Automatic Programs, Wind and Rain Protection, Sun Tracing (interaction with HVAC / lighting)

Customers Description

The project is a transformation of the former American Embassy in Oslo, originally designed by renowned architect Eero Saarinen. The building is an important example of post-war modernism, where architectural heritage has been carefully preserved while integrating modern functionality. A completely new and advanced technical infrastructure is “invisibly” integrated into the building. KNX is the backbone of the system, controlling lighting, climate, solar shading, and monitoring, ensuring seamless interaction between all disciplines. The building is equipped with a BMS based on Niagara, combined with PLC control for heating and cooling systems, as well as full control of 9 ventilation systems. This provides optimal comfort, energy efficiency, and full system overview.