Basalte Switch
Being a home automation enthusiast I’ve seen a lot of different light switches, keypads and even LCD touch screens. And to tell you the truth majority of them are either pretty boring or too complex.
And then there are light switches from Belguim-based Basalte, that has a very sleek website, but also some pretty innovative switches, that were rightfully awarded with numerous prestigious design awards such as Red Dot and iF product design.
Sentido switch
The sentido switch, for example, has multi-touch sensitive surface that can perform different functions based on how/where you touch it. It’s compatible with KNX/EIB home automation systems popular in Europe. Available in a variety of colors and finishes it will match your room’s décor. The multicolor LED in the middle of the switch could be programmed with any color that pleases you. And on top of that it has built-in temperature sensor that can report room temperature back to the home automation system, now how cool is that!
Though, it has one significant drawback – it’s available only in Europe. :)
Smart, touch sensitive switches
Light switches, power sockets, Ethernet sockets often are a forgotten piece of interior design. Not so for Belgiancompany basalte. They specialize in home automation. Home automation should be simple and add comfort to thecomplexity of the modern home. What you immediately notice is that these are gorgeous to look at. Beauty is hollow without the accompanying function that excels in simplicity. Their motto sounds promising
Home automation systems are often designed from a technical point of view, while we believe that one should be able to switch lights on and off in an intuitive way, without thinking about which switch to press.
Reddot design award
I can attest that this isn't a hollow marketing slogan. They really thought long and hard about functionality too. Touch is hot judging from the iPad's success. basalte knows that too and they do it with panache. They won the Reddot design award 5 years in a row now!
Programmable switches
The programmable switches by basalte are equipped with touch-sensitive technology making them the most user-friendly among other switches. They are also equipped with patented multi-touch technology that activates various functions when you touch more than one surface of the switch. What follows is how basalte describes their switches in their brochure.
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