Lighting, AV & Environmental Control

Set above the coastline of Saint-Tropez, this fully integrated residence is designed for both everyday living and large-scale entertaining. Technology is seamlessly embedded within the architecture, delivering complete control without drawing attention to itself.

Work Overview

A Fully Integrated Living Environment

Having previously worked with the client across multiple properties, Peerless was engaged to deliver a cohesive system spanning the villa and surrounding landscape.

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The project required close coordination across disciplines, integrating architectural lighting, high-performance audio, environmental control and security into a single, intuitive platform—capable of supporting both day-to-day living and large-scale entertaining.

Whole House Control
Intelligent Lighting
Climate Control
Multi-Zone Audio
Multi-Room Video
Whole-Villa Integration

Lighting, AV, climate, security and shading unified into a single control environment.

Architectural Lighting

Extensive use of tunable white and colour-changing lighting, carefully integrated throughout the fabric of the building.

Indoor & Outdoor Entertainment

High-performance audio systems across interior spaces, guest accommodation, pool and garden areas.

Robust Infrastructure

Distributed systems and remote management supporting long-term reliability.

The Brief

Discreet Technology

All systems to integrate seamlessly into the architecture, remaining visually unobtrusive.

Flexible Lighting Design

Combine high-quality white light with subtle, controllable colour features.

Entertaining at Scale

Deliver powerful, well-controlled audio across both interior and exterior environments.

Lighting & Architectural Integration

Lutron-Based Control

Lighting control was delivered using a Lutron HomeWorks QSX system, supporting DALI, phase and 0–10V dimming across the property.

Integrated Architectural Lighting

Tunable white and RGB lighting were integrated within ceiling coffers, mirrors and joinery, allowing spaces to shift in tone and atmosphere throughout the day.

DMX Control & User Interaction

While the DMX system operates in the background, access to its control was made intentionally simple—via discreet button interactions on the Lutron Palladium keypads, with more detailed control available through Crestron.

Digitally Mapped Lighting

A pixel-mapped LED installation was incorporated within the guest apartment, introducing dynamic lighting effects that sit subtly within the architecture while adding a more playful layer to the space.

Audio & Entertainment

Distributed Audio Systems

Audio is distributed throughout the villa using a centralised DSP and matrix system, supporting both streaming services and DJ inputs for flexible use.

Interior Listening Spaces

A combination of retained and newly specified loudspeakers were integrated throughout, each selected to suit the scale and character of the space.

Outdoor Audio

A high-performance L-Acoustics system provides powerful, controlled sound across the pool and garden areas, designed for both background listening and larger gatherings.

Video Distribution

Whole-Property Video

A centralised video distribution system delivers content—including streaming services, IPTV and CCTV - to displays throughout the villa.

Tailored Viewing Spaces

Dedicated viewing environments were created across the property, from informal television areas to a projection-based setup within the master suite.

Access Control & Security

Integrated Entry System

An audio-video entry system provides secure access control, with custom external panels and internal monitoring points.

CCTV Integration

A property-wide surveillance system delivers full coverage, with footage accessible remotely and via in-property displays.

Network & Infrastructure

High-Performance Network

A robust network infrastructure supports AV, control and security systems across the villa, ensuring reliable performance throughout.

Rack Systems & Power

Distributed equipment racks and managed power systems allow for remote monitoring, diagnostics and maintenance.

Remote Access

Secure remote access enables ongoing support, programming and system optimisation.

Climate & Shading

Environmental Control

Climate systems—including air conditioning and underfloor heating—were integrated into the control platform for unified operation.

Shading Integration

Blinds, curtains and external shading systems are fully integrated, with both centralised and local control available.

User Interface & Control

Centralised Control Platform

Crestron provides high-level control across all systems, with iPad interfaces positioned throughout the villa.

Localised Control

Keypads and handheld remotes provide simple, immediate control within individual spaces.

The Outcome

Today, Villa Folly operates as a fully integrated environment that is:

Discreet and architecturally sympathetic

Intuitive and consistent to use

Flexible across a wide range of spaces and uses

Technically robust and scalable

Designed for long-term performance