5 myths about smart building

5 myths about smart building

As this year's Future Real Estate is taking place under the motto ALL THAT GLOWS IS GOLD?, today we are debunking the 5 most common smart building myths.

1. smart buildings are only suitable for new buildings

Myth: Smart building technologies can only be implemented in new buildings.
Reality: It is perfectly possible to integrate smart building systems into existing buildings. Thanks to innovative technologies and digital solutions, existing buildings can be retrofitted with smart building systems to make them future-proof and energy-efficient. Read more herehow the implementation of smart heating system optimizations in existing buildings works. 

2. smart building measures are too expensive

Myth: The technology is extremely expensive and only affordable for large companies or luxurious buildings.
Reality: The cost of smart building solutions has fallen significantly in recent years. Many measures such as energy management or intelligent lighting quickly pay for themselves through savings, so that the savings effects quickly become clear. ROCKETHOME supports you in transforming your business into a sustainable, digital and socially responsible future. Get in touch with us contact us and we will work out an attractive solution with you.

3. smart buildings are unsafe

Myth: Networking in smart buildings leads to high security risks and hackers could easily gain access to systems.
Reality: Security is a key issue with smart building technologies. Modern systems have strong encryption and security protocols that minimize risk. However, careful implementation and maintenance is essential. ROCKETHOME is working with various partners to improve the security of smart buildings and neighborhoods along the entire value chain. Funded by the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research, the "SILGENTAS" project focuses on developing sustainable and verifiable approaches to protect various devices in networked buildings from tampering, malware infections, unauthorized access and failures. You can find more information about the project here.

4. smart buildings are bad for the environment

Myth: Smart buildings consume more energy due to their technology and harm the environment.
Reality: The purpose of smart buildings is to optimize energy and reduce consumption. Systems such as intelligent heating, ventilation and lighting help to reduce CO2 emissions and increase energy efficiency. Smart building optimizations make properties 30-50% more energy efficient and can save 20-30% in costs through digital management. With our efficient energy solutions, ROCKETHOME aims to make properties and neighborhoods climate and future-proof. You can find more information about our solutions here.

5. smart building requires major structural measures

Myth: Smart building requires major structural measures
Reality: The myth that a smart building necessarily requires major structural measures is not entirely true. While in some cases extensive structural changes may be necessary - for example, when installing new infrastructure or energy-saving systems - there are numerous technologies that can be integrated into existing buildings without the need for major conversion work. You can find an example of our minimally invasive solutions here.