International Development Bank, General Management

Office building in baghdad

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 1.001 – 5.000
Number of KNX Devices Used 26 – 100
KNX Transmission Media Twisted pair
Man Hours 251 – 500
Man Power 6 – 10

Featured in this project

ABB AG - BUSCH-JAEGER
ABB AG - STOTZ-KONTAKT
GVS SMART CO., LTD.
HMS Industrial Networks SLU
SOMFY ACTIVITES SA

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
  • Security and Safety - Smoke/Fire Detection, Faults (e.g. Leak Detection, Glass Break Detection, Window Contacts), Access Control, Intrusion Detection / Alarm Systems, Emergency Lighting, Presence Simulation, Supervision (e.g. Cameras), Interaction with HVAC/Lighting
  • Operation and Visualisation - Switches / Push Buttons, IR Remote Control, PC Visualisation, Web Servers, Touch Panels & Display Panels, Tablets and smart phones
  • Energy Management/Smart Metering - Metering, Data Logging, Visualisation, Current Detection, Fuel or Water tank level control, Peak Demand Monitoring, Load Shedding , Energy Harvesting (Avoiding use of batteries), Use of Renewable Energies, Battery Storage
  • Other - Intercom, Audio Control, Video Control, Home Appliances Control, Irrigation Control, Distributed Facilities
  • 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 International Development Bank Headquarters in Abu Nawas, Baghdad, is a landmark smart building project designed to set a new benchmark for intelligent banking infrastructure in Iraq. The project is fully based on KNX Association technology, integrating lighting, HVAC, shading, energy management, security, and monitoring systems into a unified and scalable automation platform. Advanced KNX Secure and IoT-based solutions ensure high cybersecurity, encrypted communication, and future-ready expandability. The building delivers optimized energy efficiency, operational safety, and premium user comfort while meeting the strict requirements of a major financial institution. This project represents innovation, sustainability, and engineering excellence, aiming to position Iraq as a regional leader in modern smart building technology across Asia.

Contact Information

Company Name EL-NUKHBA ENGINEERING COMPANY
Company Email info@elnukhba.com
Company Website https://elnukhba.com
Contact Name Ahmed Alhareeri
Contact Function System Integrator