Creating the ultimate smart home gym experience

For fitness enthusiasts looking to elevate their home workout space, integrating smart technology can transform a basic exercise room into the ideal sanctuary for training.

HiiLIFE’s residential showhome, Queenswood, features the pinnacle of luxury home technology, offering a firsthand look at how HiiLIFE’s services and products create functional yet beautifully designed living spaces. Queenswood’s on-site gym is a particular highlight. The building is equipped with premium gym kit including cardio machines, free weights, and resistance training machines. HiiLIFE installed surrounding lighting and sound systems, air conditioning, and smart operating systems that demonstrate how cutting-edge technology can create a workout environment that rivals high-end boutique gyms.

Jake Stephens, technical director at HiiLIFE, shares his expertise on designing the perfect smart home gym.

Immersive lighting experience

“Creating the right ambience is crucial for motivating your workouts. A sophisticated custom LED lighting system can transform exercise spaces into an energising environment.

“Queenswood’s gym features multi-colour LED installations that respond dynamically to surrounding music and sounds. All lighting fixtures are seamlessly operated via the property’s Control4 smart home technology, which allows residents to control the audio, lighting, and technology of every room via panels, remotes, or an application.

“We installed preset colour modes for varied moods and workouts, including a signature black and gold theme that complements the colour scheme of the equipment. Sound-activated modes can synchronise with playlists to create an engaging, focused atmosphere.

“Installing professional track lighting in gym interiors provides practical white light options, while exterior illumination can enhance the aesthetic appeal of your workout space. In Queenswood’s case, the gym is a sleek, rectangular structure located within the home’s rear garden. We strategically placed in-ground multi-colour lights to illuminate the surrounding garden and trees, making the gym a stunning visual display when viewed from the main house at night.

Premium audio solutions

“Outstanding audio quality is essential for any serious home gym installation. High-performance Triad speakers, as featured in Queenswood’s gym, deliver powerful, crystal-clear sound throughout the space. Strategically positioning multiple compact yet powerful speakers ensure even audio coverage across the entire workout area. The Control4 smart control system integrated at Queenswood allows users to easily play their favourite workout playlists while in the gym.

“Installing a premium display transforms any home gym into an interactive training space. The gym at Queenswood showcases an 85-inch Samsung screen – the perfect centrepiece for following virtual workout classes or staying entertained during cardio sessions. The system is fully integrated with household entertainment systems, allowing access to Sky TV, Apple TV, and other streaming services while working out.

“Gyms can be customised further if required by pairing modern fitness equipment, such as Peloton bikes, with display screens to create an immersive training experience that shows real-time metrics and virtual classes during workouts.

Climate control for optimal comfort

“A sophisticated climate control system is a worthwhile investment for any athlete’s home gym, maintaining humidity levels and air circulation for peak performance and comfort. Queenswood’s gym has a discreet, ducted air conditioning system. The intelligent design means that only minimal grills are visible, preserving the professional, clean-looking aesthetic while regulating optimal workout temperatures. It can be controlled remotely thanks to the Control4 integration, enabling users to pre-cool their workout space before training begins.

“Temperature zones can be programmed to adjust automatically based on the time of day or specific workout schedules, whilst smart sensors monitor and maintain optimal conditions throughout your training session.

Smart integration for seamless control

“Unifying all technological elements through a single smart home system streamlines the entire workout experience. Within the Queenswood gym, the integrated Control4 smart systems offer comprehensive management of lighting, audio, visual entertainment, and climate settings from one interface. It’s easy to create the perfect workout environment with preset scenes that adjust all elements simultaneously or alternatively make individual refinements to suit specific training needs.”

Find inspiration for your home and experience cutting-edge technology by visiting HiiLIFE’s showhome, Queenswood, in Victoria Water, Surrey. Enjoy a full tour of the home’s luxury installations, including home entertainment systems, audio & lighting, home heating systems, and smart technology for kitchen & dining areas, office spaces, swimming pools, and more.

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