Smart Home Integration Without Rewiring – Arabian Ranches 3
Delivering a fully integrated, modern smart home experience in a new-build villa without invasive electrical work.
Project Overview
This project was a recently completed villa in Arabian Ranches 3. As the property was a new build, the client did not want to rewire the house but still wanted a modern, fully integrated smart home system.
The brief focused on:
- Smart lighting without rewiring
- Integrated security and access control
- Centralised control for everyday use
- Compatibility with existing systems supplied with the house
Network & Wi-Fi
We installed a UniFi professional-grade network and Wi-Fi system, providing reliable connectivity across the entire home. This network forms the backbone for all smart home, security, and control systems.
UniFi Networking
Enterprise-grade backbone for all home systems.
Whole-Home Coverage
Seamless roaming and high-speed access in every room.
CCTV & Door Access
Security was implemented using UniFi Protect, keeping cameras and networking within a single ecosystem.
- UniFi Protect cameras covering external areas
- A pan-and-tilt camera for flexible internal monitoring
- UniFi video doorbell with remote viewing and notifications
For access control, we installed a Nuki smart lock, allowing secure keyless entry and remote management.
UniFi Protect
Integrated surveillance with local storage.
Nuki Smart Lock
Secure, keyless entry with remote access.
Smart Lighting (No Rewiring)
To deliver smart lighting without modifying the electrical infrastructure, we designed a hybrid lighting solution.
- Lutron Pico wireless keypads for intuitive wall control
- Philips Hue smart bulbs throughout the home
- External lighting and RGB light strips for feature and accent lighting
This approach delivers full dimming, scene control, and colour lighting without invasive electrical work.
Lutron Pico
Professional wall control without new wires.
Philips Hue
Versatile colour and dimming control.
AC & Shading Integration
Motorised curtains were integrated using Somfy, and the villa’s existing AC controllers were integrated using Home Assistant.
- Centralised AC control and scheduling
- App-based curtain control and automation
- Integration into scenes alongside lighting and security
Somfy Shading
Automated curtains and blinds integration.
AC Integration
Centralised climate control via Home Assistant.
Centralised Smart Home Control
All systems were unified using Control4 as the primary control platform.
- A dedicated Control4 touchscreen
- Unified control of lighting, cameras, doorbell, lock, curtains, AC, and Wi-Fi
- A simple, client-friendly interface
Control4 acts as the front-end, with Home Assistant managing specialist integrations behind the scenes.
Control4 Interface
One app and touchscreen for the entire home.
Unified Logic
Seamless coordination between different platforms.
Common Questions About Projects Like This
- Why enterprise equipment in a home? Consumer mesh systems fail in villas this size. Enterprise gear handles 50+ devices reliably and gives you proper diagnostics when issues arise.
- How long does a project like this take? Site survey in 1-2 hours, installation over 2-3 days depending on villa layout. We work around your schedule.
- What support comes after installation? Lifetime remote support included. We fix 80% of issues without a site visit, and on-site support when needed.
The Result
- Fully integrated smart home without rewiring
- Centralised control via touchscreen and apps
- Modern security, lighting, and access control
- Seamless integration with existing AC systems
A future-proof platform with room to expand as the family's needs evolve.