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ALEXANDER HOUSE, SUSSEX: Working with the contractor, Hamilton developed a total solution for both lighting control and bespoke complementary switch plates and sockets.


Anne Boleyn would approve! Hamilton’s expertise in this area recently


proved invaluable during the refurbishment of Anne Boleyn’s guest rooms within a new wing of Hever Castle’s Luxury Bed and Breakfast accommodation – an Edwardian annexe created by William Waldorf Astor, designed in Tudor style. This ‘period property’ boasts a fine collection of 19 stunning ‘five-star gold’ graded suites – overlooking a private garden area. Each suite needed to encompass historical elements, modern comforts and contemporary style. Lighting control and a relaxing and cosy ambiance within each suite was a priority, plus elements of continuity and finishing touches were the point of difference – so selecting a suitable lighting control system and the perfect mix of switch plates and sockets was a must. Hever Castle project designer and manager Sarah Clark said: “I was initially drawn to Hamilton for its Mercury Lighting Control system and its co-ordinated range of stunning switch plates and sockets which perfectly suited the needs of this project. However, I soon


Hamilton is already seeing an increase in


product demand for refurbishments and fit-outs by the hotel and especially the


Boutique hotel sector and that is where the opportunity for the electrical


wholesaler market lies.


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came to appreciate and value the fabulous personal service and consultative approach provided by the Hamilton Team.”


Enhancing the guest-room experience Hamilton’s Mercury lighting control and multi-


room audio systems offer ideal automated room management/entry-level building management solutions. Typical industry standard fit outs for small to medium boutique hotels include ‘Key Card Switch’ systems: inserting the key card into the switch activates one of a series of pre-set lighting scenes subject to the time of day. The same system can also be used to activate other room services such as the air-conditioning and room entertainment centres (TV/Radio).


Boot-up in ‘guest’ mode Expecting guests to compromise on access to


technology because they are spending a night in a hotel is no longer an option. It’s expected that iPods/iPhones can be connected to the room’s audio system through USB connections incorporated into the room switch plates. Also the guest room is often used as a remote office so again it’s important they have everything they need from communications technology and functionality within the hotel room such as the USB charger and international sockets. The challenge is to incorporate all this


technology into a hotel room so that it does not impact negatively on the design but enhances the space, and ultimately the experience.


Tailor-made as standard Sourcing the unusual, quirky or period


furnishings and accessories is time consuming. But when it comes to electrical accessories we can help save both time and money. Unique items such as special plate finishes/colours or non-standard plate functions can be supplied using Hamilton’s ‘Bespoke’ design service, Saville Row, and larger plate sizes incorporating specified multiple functions can be designed and produced to order.


With our bespoke design and production


service and 18 unique plate collections, available in metal, plastic, wood and even glass finishes - many compatible with the company’s Mercury lighting control and multi-room audio system - we can deliver a totally co-ordinated look and meet all the needs of virtually any client brief.


A Mercury work-out! Cue the recently completed fit-out at Alexander House, a luxury 5 star Boutique Hotel and Utopia Spa in Sussex. In this case, the ‘new- build’ construction presented the owners with a golden opportunity to incorporate state-of-the- art modern amenities and technology within the layout and individual design of each suite and public spaces within the structure. Working with the contractor, Hamilton


developed a total solution for both lighting control and bespoke complementary switch plates and sockets. Control plates and lighting system working together to create a stylish and efficient solution that complemented the room concepts, and designed to withstand wear and tear and look good for longer – a prerequisite even in a Boutique hotel. Having identified its strengths in this sector


Hamilton is continuing to develop and grow its product range and breadth of design support services to meet the needs of electrical specifiers and contractors. Quality of install is key, so is quality of the product. When supplying this market, it is important to be flexible and willing to offer a bespoke and personal service. For electrical contractors that have the ability


to go that extra mile to deliver a quality fit-out as standard, this has the potential to be a highly lucrative sector. Inevitably, as contractors position themselves as Boutique hotel specialists the demand will increase for this ‘unique’ type of product supply across the electrical wholesale market.


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