Cool-headed access solutions in the Texas heat
State-of-the-art integrated access for a multi-unit property
From security and convenience to comfort and entertainment, a home is a “smart” home when it makes day-to-day life easier through automated technology. At Bluestem Village, integrated access control has been used to enhance 322 multifamily housing units, creating an ultra-modern living experience.
Location: Fort Worth, Texas, United States
Completion: 2020
Software partner: Dwelo
Building owner: Hillwood, a Perot company
Challenges
How is convenient, ultra-modern multihousing access achieved?
Providing top-class access to smart homes
Touchless access to communal and property units
An intuitive, easy-to-use, robust software system
Option to integrate with smart device management (SDM) platforms and smart living applications
Option for users to decide whether they prefer smart living or independent applications for opening their door (whether remotely or on site)
Secure, simple guest and visitor management
Details
We develop up-to-date integrated access solutions
Prime benefits
User-friendly: a simple and easy way for tenants to access amenities
Secure: trusted technology combined with reliable locks
Efficient: better access for building maintenance teams
Remote: residents can unlock units when away from home
Background
The Hillwood Development Company is setting the bar for smart living by providing integrated access to security, services and amenities as part of a modern, convenient technology solution at its Bluestem Village property (formerly Tacara Village). It is a multi-unit property with various communal areas, including fitness facilities, on-site storage and co-working spaces.
A productive partnership
We worked alongside Dwelo to integrate Saffire smart locks into the Dwelo app. The Saffire LX Series features sophisticated RFID technology with a contemporary design. It’s easy to use, flexible and secure. The locks were designed specifically for multihousing residential properties and can be retrofitted into any environment, delivering exceptional performance and a uniform appearance across the property. It also allows for the use of both RFID credentials such as fobs or key cards and BLE mobile access keys for a seamless experience, with no need for additional software.
All-round convenience
The integration of Saffire not only benefits residents but also maintenance staff. Programming access to multiple units at the same time is simple. One key development implemented by Hillwood was to provide touch-free access for common and unit doors – which demonstrated how simple it is to retrofit properties that are not yet smart-enabled.
