1 Hotel Central Park

The Challenge

1 Hotel, part of a new chain of eco-conscious hotels developed by Starwood Capital Group, aimed to create a luxurious yet environmentally sustainable experience at its Central Park location. The challenge was to integrate sustainable practices and advanced technology seamlessly into the hotel’s design and operations. Early challenges included issues with the original control system design, difficulties with cabling installation, and ensuring that the lighting solutions met both eco-friendly and luxury standards.

The Solution

To address these challenges, Starwood Capital Group enlisted Mode:Green, a technology integration firm, to design and install comprehensive automation and lighting solutions. Mode:Green quickly resolved the initial control system issues by implementing a new system using Crestron and Axxess automation technologies. This new system not only rectified functionality problems but also kept the project on track for its timeline.

Mode:Green tackled the dual challenge of luxury and sustainability by redesigning the lighting fixtures throughout the hotel. They installed over 250 zones of LED lighting, adapting their approach as lighting technology advanced during the project. This ensured that the fixtures not only met stringent sustainability criteria but also complemented the hotel’s luxurious ambiance.

Furthermore, Mode:Green integrated the lighting system with a sophisticated Crestron automation system. This system included advanced features such as an astronomical clock for automated adjustments based on natural daylight cycles, enhancing both energy efficiency and guest comfort.

Guests benefited from enhanced control over their room environments through the Fingi mobile app, which allowed them to manage lighting, temperature, and entertainment systems via an Android smartphone. This integration not only elevated the guest experience but also allowed hotel staff to optimize energy usage remotely, aligning with the hotel’s commitment to sustainability.