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Smart Lighting Energy Saving Case Study

Owner wanted to cut wasted lighting use in unoccupied rooms.

Written by Dr. Ashraf Nouri, Founder & CEOReviewed by Smart Citizens Technical TeamLast updated (published )
Area
Dubai (anonymized)
Property
Villa
Client
Resident owner
Timeline
5 days

Challenge

Owner wanted to cut wasted lighting use in unoccupied rooms.

Smart Citizens solution

Smart Citizens added occupancy-aware lighting and circadian scenes to retire 'always-on' habits.

Devices and systems installed

  • Smart switches
  • Occupancy sensors
  • Scene engine

Integration

Smart Citizens App with per-room reports.

Outcome

Lights match how rooms are actually used.

Estimated benefit

Estimated benefit: supported better lighting visibility and reduced manual control.

Before

Lights left on in unoccupied rooms.

After

Occupancy-driven scenes with night-light paths.

Frequently asked questions

+ How long does a project like this take?

Most lighting savings projects in Dubai are scoped during a free site visit. Typical timelines range from a few days for apartments to 3–6 weeks for large villas, depending on cabling and finishing trades.

+ Does this require permission from the building or developer?

For apartments we usually only need a standard NOC. For villas, retrofits typically don't need approvals. Smart Citizens handles paperwork where required.

+ Is the system controlled from one app?

Yes. All Smart Citizens-deployed devices are unified in the Smart Citizens App, with role-based access for owner, family members and staff.

+ What happens after handover?

Every project includes onboarding, a 3-year replacement warranty on Smart Citizens devices, and an optional AMC for ongoing support and tuning.

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