Kimpton Seafire Resort & Spa

The Challenge

When the Kimpton Seafire was initially planned, it lacked automation technology in guestrooms, which became a missed opportunity to enhance guest convenience and comfort. This posed a challenge as the hotel aimed to maintain its reputation as a top-tier luxury destination while adapting to evolving guest expectations for seamless, tech-driven experiences.

The Solution

To integrate advanced automation into the guest experience, Kimpton Seafire partnered with Mode:Green, a leading hospitality integration firm. Mode:Green’s role was crucial in designing and implementing a sophisticated automated lighting and temperature control system throughout the hotel’s guestrooms. This included collaborating closely with construction teams to retrofit automation seamlessly into the existing hotel design.

Mode:Green’s solution involved selecting, programming, and installing Control4-based systems that offered intuitive control through smartphones, tablets, and keypads in each room. Pre-programmed lighting scenes like Welcome, Relax, Good Night, and Daylight were introduced to enhance ambiance and convenience with minimal effort from guests.

Despite challenges unique to the Caribbean location, such as logistics and international shipping, Mode:Green managed the entire process. They provided on-site project management, ensuring smooth integration and functionality across all rooms. This approach not only met the immediate guest comfort needs but also aligned with the hotel’s sustainability goals by optimizing energy usage through automated lighting adjustments based on natural light and time of day.

The successful implementation of automation technology by Mode:Green transformed the Kimpton Seafire into a standout destination known for its luxurious and technologically advanced guest experience. The partnership ensured that the hotel could continue to evolve its automation features to meet future guest expectations, maintaining its competitive edge in the luxury hospitality market.