The Hesperus House in Mumbai, designed by 4th Dimension, fuses Neo-Classical elegance with ABB automation, Focal Audio, and Epson projectors—seamlessly integrated by Kothari Eteknologic Pvt. Ltd., to create a luxurious smart home.
Today’s luxury homeowners demand more than opulent decor; they want their space to take care of their lifestyle, merging refined aesthetics with smart home technology. It’s this vision that 4th Dimension, headed by architects Mihir and Rinki Kotak, brings to life in The Hesperus House in Mumbai. In this residence, the design sophistication and technological precision exist in perfect harmony.
Located in Mulund, Mumbai, this 4,250 sq. ft. residence stands as a seamless fusion of timeless elegance and cutting-edge technology. Designed by Ar. Mihir Kotak and Ar. Rinki Kotak, Co-Founders, 4th Dimension, this residence, named The Hesperus House, exemplifies Neo-Classical minimalism, designed for a high-end client who values sophistication, innovation, and comfort. The design embodies a refined aesthetic characterised by a neutral colour palette, clean architectural lines, and bespoke Italian furnishings from globally renowned luxury brands. Each furniture piece is custom-designed to meet the client’s needs while harmonising with the overall style, ensuring an ideal balance between form and function. High-quality marble, brushed brass accents, and hand-finished wood bring depth and texture to the interiors, while carefully chosen art and sculptural elements serve as understated focal points.
Integration of Smart Home Technology
This luxury residence’s most remarkable feature is its fully integrated home automation system, which controls lighting, climate, and security with effortless precision. Discreetly embedded high-fidelity speakers provide an immersive audio experience without disturbing the minimalist aesthetic. A motion-activated projector screen, hidden within a console, transforms the living space into a private theatre at a moment’s notice. This thoughtful integration of technology ensures that innovation enhances rather than overshadows the home’s elegance.
At the heart of House lies the home theatre—a cinematic sanctuary embodying the Kotaks’ design philosophy of blending luxury, comfort, and performance. Acoustic excellence is achieved with Focal speakers, NAD amplifiers, PSB subwoofers, and acoustic wallpaper, while an Epson projector paired with an Elite Screens ensures visual immersion. ABB KNX and Ekinex keypads allow seamless control of audio-visual equipment, lighting, and climate. Bespoke furniture enhances both ergonomics and aesthetics, and expert integration by Kothari Eteknologic Pvt. Ltd., supported by Monster cables, guarantees smooth operation.
Every technological element is meticulously aligned with the spatial design. ABB KNX and Ekinex keypads blend into the decor, acoustic wallpaper and furniture improve sound quality without disrupting aesthetics, and adaptive lighting changes automatically to suit different viewing moods. Hidden cabling and components maintain the uncluttered look, reinforcing the sense of refined minimalism. Drawing inspiration from the Wabi-Sabi philosophy, the theatre embraces simplicity, natural elegance, and understated luxury while incorporating advanced smart systems. Minimalist controls, concealed technology, and organic acoustic treatments create a warm, inviting environment, while bespoke furniture combines handcrafted beauty with ergonomic luxury. ABB KNX automation ensures that lighting subtly enhances the serene ambiance.
The intelligent system architecture of The Hesperus House is as impressive as its visual design. Automation and control are centralized through ABB KNX, with Ekinex keypads offering intuitive scene selection. One tap triggers a cinematic sequence: the projector turns On, lights dim to a warm glow, and blinds lower automatically. The audiovisual setup includes crystal-clear Focal speakers, a NAD amplifier for rich, deep sound, a PSB subwoofer for impactful bass, and an Epson projector delivering high-contrast images onto an Elite Screens. Monster cables ensure lossless, high-quality signal transmission. Environmental adaptation is equally refined, with automated climate control, motorized curtains, and smart lighting that responds to selected modes. Remote access via a smartphone app allows the owner to monitor or prepare the theatre from anywhere, while concealed wiring preserves the home’s minimal aesthetic.
The seamless integration process involved careful planning and design, premium hardware selection, centralized setup of the ABB KNX backend, and a robust network infrastructure built on Unifi Wi-Fi and a Netgear switch. Raylogic processors translate user commands into synchronized system responses, and a mobile app interface provides added convenience. Final calibration optimizes audio-visual performance and automation responsiveness, ensuring an effortless user experience. The network infrastructure uses Wi-Fi for wireless device connectivity, wired connections for stability, KNX protocols for automation, and IP-based communication for smooth data flow between devices and remote applications. Commands from keypads or apps are processed instantly, with real-time feedback enabling precise control.
Eco-friendly considerations are integral to the project. Energy-efficient automation reduces wastage of lighting and HVAC use, smart lighting turns Off when not needed, and climate control optimizes comfort while conserving energy. Unique features such as bespoke furniture crafted to match the Wabi-Sabi theme and fabric wall panels that improve acoustics while complementing the decor make the home theatre distinctive.
The user experience is designed to be luxurious yet intuitive. One-touch scenes simplify operation, voice and app control extend convenience, automated lighting and blinds adjust for optimal comfort, and custom seating ensures perfect posture and viewing angles. Smart lighting also provides safe navigation in low-light conditions. The system is universally accessible, catering to all ages and technical abilities. As the client puts it, “The one-touch controls and automated lighting make everything effortless. It truly feels like a private cinema at home!”
The Hesperus House serves as a benchmark for luxury smart homes. It showcases the potential of combining advanced automation, meticulous design execution, and sustainability. Its success reflects the growing demand for residences where high-end aesthetics and modern convenience coexist in perfect harmony. This is not just a home; it is a vision of the future of refined smart living.
Tech Insights:
- System Integration: Kothari Eteknologic Pvt Ltd
- Audiovisual System: Focal speakers, NAD amplifiers, PSB subwoofers, and acoustic wallpaper ensure immersive sound.
- Visual Immersion: Epson Projector & Elite Screens
- Smart Automation: ABB KNX and Ekinex keypads
- Lighting: ABB KNX automation adjusts lighting subtly, complementing the serene ambiance.
- Network & Connectivity: Unifi Wi-Fi & Netgear Switches
- Processors: Raylogic
