Kensington Palace Gardens
Client
Private Residence
Location
Kensington Palace Gardens, London W8
Project Type
Supply, Installation & Commissioning of Somfy®,
Automated Curtains & Blinds
Bespoke motorised curtains and blinds, precision-planned from construction stage and fully integrated into a luxury smart home.
Problem
The client needed a luxury motorised shading solution for a high-end residence with curved bay windows and wide spans. The challenge was achieving a clean, discreet finish with silent operation and seamless smart home integration, without costly retrofitting or visible hardware.
Solution
A bespoke Somfy® automation system was planned from the construction stage, including precision-curved tracks and pocket ceiling integration. The system was fully commissioned and connected to Somfy® TaHoma, giving the client smooth, quiet operation and complete remote control.
Scope of Work
Our team completed the following:
9 x Somfy® Mains Powered 80mm Wave Curtain Tracks
Including bespoke 8-metre curved bay installation.
Wave Gliders Specification
Uniform wave drapery finish.
System Commissioning & Smart Integration
Integrated with Somfy® TaHoma for remote control.
Consultation & Contractor Support
We were engaged early as Somfy® product specialists, working closely with the client and contractor during planning and construction, ensuring:
Electrical Spurs Positioning
Accurately positioned power supplies for motorised tracks.
First Fix & Pocket Ceiling Provisions
Pocket ceilings specified for a discreet, built-in finish.
Structural Timber Supports
Integrated ceiling supports for long-span motorised tracks.
Project Progression
1. Construction Phase Planning
Images showing site conditions, pocket ceiling preparations, and spur wiring locations.
2. Installation Phase
Photos of tracks being mounted, curved bay templating, and roller blind fixing underway.
3. Finished Results
High-quality images of completed wave curtains, double rollers in situ, and clean ceiling integration.
System Commissioning & Smart Home Setup
Following installation, our technicians:
System Calibration & Programming
Precision calibration for reliable operation.
Performance & Finish Checks
Smooth, quiet movement with consistent stacking.
Smart Control Integration
Paired with Somfy® TaHoma Switch for full app control.
Client Handover & App Guidance
Scenes, schedules, and automation setup.
With full commissioning complete, all curtains and blinds can be controlled remotely worldwide.
Project Outcome
The result is a truly bespoke shading solution that is visually discreet, effortlessly functional, and seamlessly integrated into the home’s wider smart ecosystem, showcasing our ability to consult at a technical level, collaborate closely with construction professionals, and deliver premium-grade automation with flawless attention to detail.
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