Sentido Living

Smart Home & Building Automation

Valencia · Spain · Europe

A smart home.Designed around your life.

We bring lighting, climate, curtains, multimedia and security together in one easy-to-use system. We design, install and configure solutions for homes and commercial spaces.

We bring lighting, climate control, curtains, multimedia and security together in one system for your home and business.

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Contemporary house at dusk with warm light behind large windows
A hand touches a wall-mounted Basalte Fibonacci keypad
Comfort starts with a single touch.
Thoughtful spaces. Intuitive control.

What we do

Solutions for your space.

Whether you’re planning a new home, improving one room or sorting out an existing installation, we start with how you use the space. Then we agree the functions, equipment and scope of work.

Contemporary interior with architectural lighting switched on

In the morning, the curtains open and daylight enters the room. In the evening, one touch changes the lighting and climate settings. We bring lighting, climate and shading together in scenes shaped around your family’s routines.

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Features
What we plan with you
  • Lighting and scenes by zone
  • Zoned climate and underfloor heating
  • Curtains, blinds and pergolas
  • Facade and landscape lighting
  • Irrigation, pool and spa control
  • Electricity usage monitoring
Approach
How we plan the solution
Your daily routine

We start with an ordinary day: when you get up, how you spend your evenings and which rooms you use most. We then plan lighting, heating, cooling, ventilation and curtains to work together. You choose the atmosphere and the agreed functions respond as a group.

Comfortable control

Control can be through a wall switch, a panel or your phone, depending on the interior and your preferences. For a villa, we can also consider outdoor lighting, pergolas, irrigation, the pool, spa and energy monitoring. Each function is included where it serves the project.

First step
Where we start

Tell us about the property and what you would like to make easier. Before a renovation, we can plan cabling and control locations. In a finished interior, we first review the infrastructure already available.

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Home cinema with a projection screen and upholstered seating

A film in the living room, music on the terrace and quiet in the bedroom: each zone has its own moment. We design multiroom audio and home cinema with shared controls. Speakers, screens and equipment are coordinated with the interior.

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Features
What we plan with you
  • Multiroom audio and independent music zones
  • Home cinema or a dedicated cinema room
  • Coordinated audio, video, lighting and curtains
  • In-wall and in-ceiling speakers
Approach
How we plan the solution
How you watch and listen

We discuss what you enjoy watching and listening to, where the family gathers and whether you want a dedicated cinema room. We then plan speakers, a television or projector and audio and video sources around the actual space.

Integration with the interior

Cables, equipment locations and controls are best considered before the finishes go in. We work with the designer on visible and integrated elements. Where useful, starting a film can also adjust lighting and curtains, preparing the room through one coordinated action.

First step
Where we start

Tell us where you want to listen to music or watch films, which equipment you already own and what matters in the interior. We define the experience first, then the system.

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Security camera mounted on a light-coloured column

Seeing who is at the door, letting guests in or receiving a leak alert are everyday needs. We bring cameras, door entry, access control and sensors together. We agree which events matter to you and how you want to respond.

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Features
What we plan with you
  • CCTV and perimeter monitoring
  • Video intercom and access control
  • Leak and smoke sensors
  • Security scenes and presence simulation
Approach
How we plan the solution
Areas to monitor

We review entrances, vehicle access, the perimeter and internal zones that need monitoring. Cameras, door entry, access devices and sensors are planned around the layout and the owner’s needs. Security and building-protection functions are agreed for each property.

Access and notifications

We define who can view cameras, receive alerts and manage access. We check equipment compatibility and integration with the wider system. The aim is to make important events clear and keep everyday use convenient for the family and visitors.

First step
Where we start

Show us a plan or describe the entrances and areas you want to monitor. For an existing installation, we review the equipment, available settings and the changes you need.

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Network cables connected to equipment ports

A video call in the study, a film in the living room or control from the terrace: the connection matters in every zone. We design wired networks and Wi-Fi around the layout and devices. When a network is unstable, we investigate coverage, connections and settings.

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Features
What we plan with you
  • Indoor Wi-Fi and the outdoor zones you need
  • Wired networking and communications cabling
  • Network equipment locations and organisation
  • Wi-Fi coverage and network stability checks
Approach
How we plan the solution
Coverage and connections

We review walls, floors, outdoor areas and the locations where people and equipment will use the network. We plan Wi-Fi access points, cable routes, switches and equipment locations. For fixed devices, we consider wired connections where appropriate.

Checks and organisation

The network supports both internet access and communication between building systems. We check coverage and connections in the agreed zones, organise equipment and identify cabling. For an existing network, we first establish whether a problem comes from the provider, equipment or the installation itself.

First step
Where we start

Tell us where connections drop, which devices you use and how internet reaches the property. A new project starts with the plan; an existing network starts with a review.

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Technician working at an electrical panel

Sockets should be where the equipment needs them, while lighting and building systems need well-planned connections. We coordinate wiring, distribution boards and circuits with the rest of the home. This is especially useful before finishes go in, while locations and connections can still be planned.

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Features
What we plan with you
  • Cable routes and electrical circuits
  • Distribution boards, sockets and connection points
  • Coordination of electrical work, lighting and automation
  • Circuit checks and labelling
Approach
How we plan the solution
Connection planning

We plan cable routes, circuits, distribution boards, sockets and lighting connections. Furniture, appliances, controls and building equipment are considered together, so the electrical infrastructure is coordinated with the interior and automation.

Coordinating the work

We coordinate work with electricians and other specialists so that lighting, climate and control decisions match the actual connections. In an existing property, we review the infrastructure and available documentation before defining the changes.

First step
Where we start

We need to understand the layout and stage of the renovation. Drawings help, but you can start the conversation without them: we will identify the information needed.

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Technician with a laptop at an open automation cabinet

Are scenes unreliable, devices losing connection or controls becoming awkward? We start by reviewing the existing system and its settings. We help you understand the causes, decide what is worth keeping and plan recovery, upgrades or expansion.

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Features
What we plan with you
  • Review of equipment, settings and scenes
  • Recovery and upgrade planning
  • Additional functions and ongoing support
  • Review of system documentation and access
Approach
How we plan the solution
Checking the system

We review equipment, documentation, access and available settings. We check the agreed functions and communication between devices. This lets us discuss changes based on the system’s actual condition, without assuming everything needs to be replaced.

An upgrade plan

After diagnosis, we explain the problems found and the possible next steps: adjusting logic, restoring functions, upgrading compatible equipment or expanding in stages. We also discuss documentation, handover of control and ongoing maintenance.

First step
Where we start

Describe what is unreliable and what you would like to change. Diagrams, equipment lists and access to settings help us get started; we will work out what information is missing together.

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Try it yourself

One scene changes the mood of your home.

Look around the room and choose a scene. See the lighting and curtains change together.

Living room360°

Drag in any direction to look around. Pinch with two fingers to zoom in on details.

For your project, we tailor each scene to your home’s layout and daily routines.

Projects in detail

Completed projects in automation, multimedia and lighting.

Multimedia · 60 m²

The bedroom doubles as a home cinema. One command lowers the blinds, starts the projector and dims the lights.

Apartment with a bedroom projector

Integrated systems

The apartment combines dimmable lighting scenes, zoned climate control and motorised blinds. It also includes water leak protection and biometric access.

How it works

In the morning, the lights come up gradually, the blinds rise and the temperature adjusts for comfort. In Cinema mode, the blinds lower, the screen rolls down and the projector starts.

Equipment and controls

Home cinema with a projector and built-in ceiling speakers. Control via smartphone, wall panels and Alexa voice commands.

Project gallery

  • Living room with track lighting and dining area
  • Ceiling-mounted projector in the bedroom
  • Wall control with backlit buttons
  • Bedroom and living area separated by a glass partition
  • Lighting in the built-in cabinet niche

Home controls · 150 m²

A wall display brings lighting, climate and curtain controls together. A home cinema and four audio zones fit into the interior.

Apartment with a wall-mounted display

Integrated systems

The system integrates dimmable lighting, individually adjustable motorised curtains, air conditioning and ventilation. Heating and underfloor heating are controlled by zone. It also manages access and protects against water leaks.

How it works

In the morning, the curtains open, the bathroom warms up and the mirror TV plays the news. At night, the lights turn off and the equipment switches to a quieter mode.

Equipment and controls

KNX automation with JUNG equipment. Bang & Olufsen home cinema and four-zone audio, plus a mirror TV with automatic shut-off. Control via smartphone, wall display and remote.

Project gallery

  • Backlit stone panel in the TV area, between two floorstanding speakers
  • Wall-mounted screen with the apartment control interface
  • TV, soundbar and ceiling lights
  • Wall keypad with a temperature display
  • Speaker by the window

Hospitality · 1200 m²

Lighting, climate and curtains run on room scenes. Staff can monitor the hotel’s systems from one interface.

Rural hotel with in-room controls

Integrated systems

Each room has independent climate control, lighting scenes and automated curtains. The central system uses outdoor conditions as part of its automation and integrates CCTV and access control. Staff can monitor the installation in real time and configure its operating modes.

How it works

On arrival, pathway lighting comes on and the room adjusts to a comfortable temperature. When the guest leaves, the lights switch off and the room enters energy-saving mode.

Equipment and controls

Centralised hotel controls with Hoteza integration.

Project gallery

  • Guest room with bedside controls
  • Bedside touch keypad and reading light
  • Electronic lock and room-status panel
  • In-room temperature control display
  • Guest tablet with room controls and hotel services

Residential interior · 220 m²

Lighting, curtains, music and the fireplace work together in scenes, while each room has independent temperature control.

Residence with whole-home scenes

Integrated systems

The lighting includes task and ambient scenes, and the curtains run on a schedule. Climate control is independent by room and the underfloor heating is programmable. The bathroom has switchable privacy glass. The system also integrates CCTV and user-level access permissions.

How it works

The Dinner scene closes the curtains and dims the main lights while starting the ambient lighting, fireplace and music.

Equipment and controls

Berker wall panels, with iPhone, iPad and Siri control. Built-in 5.1 cinema, five-zone audio and a TV concealed when it is out of use.

Project gallery

  • Living room and kitchen with recessed lighting
  • Wall display showing the floor plan
  • RTI remote with a touchscreen interface

Hospitality · 150 м²

Lighting, curtains and three audio zones work together to set the suite up for a film or an evening with guests.

Suite with a private cinema

Integrated systems

Developed in collaboration with Radisson and Maybach, the suite integrates dimmable decorative lighting, motorised curtains and awnings, mirror TVs, 5.1 cinema, three audio zones and access control.

How it works

Cinema mode closes the curtains, dims the lights and starts the audiovisual system. Party mode brings music to different zones and adjusts the lighting.

Equipment and controls

RTI Control touch panels and Vimar wall controls. A 5.1 home cinema, three-zone audio and mirror TVs.

Project gallery

  • TV area with timber cladding, indirect lighting and a wall panel
  • Interface for lighting, curtains and music
  • RTI wall keypad

Commercial space · 500 m²

Lighting highlights the reception area. In the meeting rooms, one command gets the space ready for a presentation.

Office with automated meeting rooms

Integrated systems

The office combines group dimming, coordinated motorised curtains, air conditioning and ventilation. Access control and wired and wireless networking are also integrated.

How it works

At the start of a presentation, one command dims the lights, powers on the projector and lowers the screen.

Equipment and controls

KNX automation and DALI lighting control. Operated via iPad and Gira wall panels.

Project gallery

  • Reception with pendant fixtures and linear lighting
  • Behind the reception desk, with pendant lighting and illuminated niches
  • Pendant fixtures and perimeter lighting on the reception desk
  • Workspace with perimeter fixtures and blue accent lighting
  • Ceiling lights above the workstations
  • Open panel and configuration laptop
  • Access control reader next to the door

Apartment · 110 m²

One voice command can open the curtains, air out the apartment and start the music.

Apartment with voice control

Integrated systems

Lighting scenes and audio respond to voice commands. The curtains and windows are motorised, and preset modes manage climate and underfloor heating.

How it works

Saying ‘Good morning’ opens the curtains, starts ventilation and plays music.

Equipment and controls

Motorised curtains and windows, plus an integrated audio system. Control by voice, iPad or wall controls.

Project gallery

  • Bedroom with pendants and lighting along the curtains
  • Hand at the wall touchscreen with a keypad below
  • Dining room with pendant lighting and a wall display

Technology

Technology chosen for your home.

We choose a system that fits your needs, your interior and the stage of your renovation. Together, we decide how you’ll control your home and which features to plan for.

KNX
An open international standard. Decentralised and manufacturer-independent, it suits large and complex installations.
Loxone
A compact, fast and efficient platform. A good fit for small and mid-size projects where simplicity and performance matter.
IP
Networked audio, video, access control and energy services, integrated with the automation platform chosen for the project.
Also integrated
DALI · Modbus · BACnet · SIP · streaming audio · Matter / Thread

Examples of panels and switches

  • ZennioCX50
  • BasalteFibonacci
  • Simon82 Concept
  • LoxoneTouch Pure Display
  • Gira4.95
  • LithossSelect
  • EkinexProxima Tonda
  • JUNGLS 990
  • ZennioFlat 55 Display v2
  • BasalteLisa
  • LoxoneTouch Pure Flex
  • Simon270
  • Ekinex20venti
  • GiraG1
  • LithossPixel
  • JUNGLS TOUCH
  • ZennioTecla RGB 55 X6
  • LoxoneTouch Pure

Platforms and equipment

How we work

From your idea to a system ready to use

Tell us about the space, where you are with the renovation, and what you need. If you already have plans, we can review them together.

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Configuring a smart home system on a laptop beside the control cabinet

  1. Discuss your project

    We find out how you use the space and what you would like to change. Then we agree on priorities and an initial budget range.

  2. Design the solution

    We select the equipment and plan cable routes and control points. We coordinate the details with the interior and the other specialists on the project.

  3. Install and configure

    We coordinate installation, connect the equipment and test the agreed scenes on site.

  4. Hand over the system

    We show you how to use the system, provide the agreed access and documentation, and discuss ongoing maintenance.

The team

Sentido Living

More than 15 years of engineering experience across the team

We’re an engineering team based in Valencia. Our engineers, electricians and programmers work together so that lighting, climate control and other home systems work in sync and are easy to use.

  • Integration with the interior

    Before installation, we work with architects and interior designers to agree where keypads, sensors and equipment will go and how they’ll fit into the space.

  • On-site testing

    We test the agreed scenes in the finished space and check how lighting, climate control and other systems respond to commands and work together.

  • Documentation and access

    We show you how to control your home and provide the documentation and agreed access needed for future servicing.

Max SkotnikovCo-Founder & Managing Director
Aleksandr UstinovHead of Operations
Daniel MaxwellLead Automation Engineer
Paul SuttonLead Automation Design Engineer

Partners

Explore how we work with each team and what we coordinate on a project.

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Frequently asked questions

Before you start your project

When should I bring in Sentido Living?

Planning or early renovation is the best time to allow for cabling, control panels and keypad locations. If the renovation is already complete, we look at what can be added around the existing finishes and wiring.

Can you upgrade an existing smart home?

Yes. We review the equipment, documentation and settings we can access. Then we explain what can stay and what work would help restore, update or extend the system.

What affects the cost?

It depends on the number of rooms, the features you want, the stage of the renovation and the existing wiring. Equipment and the scope of work also affect the price. We discuss what you need first and refine the estimate after reviewing the property.

What still works without internet?

It depends on the equipment and configuration. A wall keypad can control lighting through a local system, for example, while access from outside the home needs a connection. During design, we agree on which features should remain available offline.

Your space, your routines

Let’s start with your idea.

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