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HOTEL SOLUTIONS St HOTEL SOLUTIONS St. Martins Therme & Lodge, Frauenkirchen Welcome. To a comfortable and efficient hotel distinguished by stylish design and constant interaction with guests. Evolved solutions for the hospitality sector, with Vimar. Systems designed to offer guests the very best in comfort and safety, as well as aesthetic coordination of all installed devices, energy efficiency and total control of the hotel. 1 Hydrama Grand Hotel, Drama The Met Hotel, Thessaloniki Positive energy. It’s what makes us unique. Over 70 years of history and corporate culture founded on solid, good values: these are the secrets of our outstanding quality, which combines valuable expertise with a profound appreciation for innovation and design, as well as constant openness to new ideas. This winning mix generates the positive energy that embodies our philosophy and has become our hallmark. Iconic designs. Advanced technology. Made in Italy. Internationality. We work closely with prominent design- The close attention we pay to innovation The company’s home, where we create, de- Italian by origin, international by choice. ers to ensure that we evolve in line with keeps us constantly evolving to create sign and manufacture our products, is still We have a global presence with nine changing architectural styles. tangible benefits. Benefits that can be located in Italy, because we are committed subsidiaries and a network of distributors This approach is the starting point for transformed into technologically advanced to the “Made in Italy” concept in all off its in key locations to serve over 100 coun- our iconic design proposals, consisting solutions that are easy to use, simple to aspects. From materials to aesthetic lines, tries worldwide. of harmonious geometric forms and fin- install and versatile in their integration with colour combinations and electronics, Vimar ishes carefully conceived to enhance the third-party systems. stands out for a blend of style and technolo- look of every setting. gy that speaks Italian the world over. A com- bination of aesthetic quality and technologi- cal reliability that is unique in the world. 2 3 Le Case dei Conti Mirafiore hotel, Serralunga d'Alba Practical advantages. In response to precise needs. Our primary goal is to establish a solid partnership with our clients, building a lasting relationship that delivers practical and clear advantages. Everything we do is based on a philosophy of partnership, sharing and cooperation, because these are the fundamentals to identify efficient solutions for complete, precise and effective management of any hotel. A single solution provider. Whatever your need, we have the answer. When you choose Vimar, you are choosing to work with a team of professionals who can 1provide expert support and customized global solutions for automating, connecting and monitoring the entire hotel, while assuring total aesthetic coordination of all visible devices. Practical advantages. 4 In response to precise 5 needs. Comprehensive package. Online support. Benefits for the entire business With a range of over 12,000 products - including Our website offers everything you need to chain. wiring devices, home and building automation evaluate our proposals. Specific documentation, Nothing is left to chance. Our solutions benefit systems, video door entry systems, video technical information, installation data, online the entire business chain. From the hotel 2surveillance systems and automations for 3design and quotation services, plus a practical 4operator/owner, with guaranteed high operating gates and road barriers - we have indoor and configurator that lets you combine decorative yields and energy efficiency, to the installer, outdoor equipment to cover every need, offering plates and switches to be tested on different whose work is made easier, and the guests, who technological reliability, ease of installation kinds of walls. will appreciate the comfort and safety in every and extreme simplicity of use. little detail that make the difference between an ordinary stay and an outstanding hospitality experience. Exedra Hotel, Rome Modular solutions. For all types of hotels. Each hotel has specific needs to be met during the design, construction, management and maintenance stages. Our solutions are designed to optimise and automate the functions of any hotel, regardless of its size: from large complexes to smaller independent hotels and B&Bs. Built to deliver comfort, safety and energy efficiency, they also offer the very best Italian design and ample scope for customization. Luxury hotels. Boutique hotels. Smart hotels. Individual resorts or large facilities Charming retreats, elegant and refined Distinctive hospitality structures owned by international chains. establishments with a strong identity. with limited capacity. LOur solutions guarantee an BChoosing Vimar means paying SB&Bs or small hotels in old town all-embracing experience for attention to detail and receiving all the centres. A more basic offering guests and an effective, care of a fully bespoke service. but equally efficient in assuring efficient setup for operators. the comfort of your guests. Alila Jabal Akhdar, Oman 6 7 The Westbury Mayfair, London Excelsior Hotel Gallia, Milan Sophisticated solutions. Dedicated to meeting the specific needs of each area. Our offering consists of transverse solutions designed to meet the needs of each area of the hotel. Made to be functional, easy to use and fully flexible, they facilitate management and guarantee safety and security throughout the premises, from common areas and guest rooms to wellness areas and outdoor spaces. And all solutions are designed to guarantee the utmost energy efficiency. HALL COMMON AREAS GUEST ROOMS A fully-featured Safety and security Comfort and design control centre. in all areas. travel together. WELLNESS AREA EXTERIOR SPACES Specific solutions The best solution for special spaces. for every need. 8 Sophisticated solutions. Dedicated to 9 meeting the specific needs of each area. Regent Porto Montenegro Village, Montenegro Fairmont Hotel, Baku The hall. A fully-featured control centre. Well-contact Plus is the automation system based on the KNX standard that ensures constant control over comfort and safety in each area of the hotel. Lights, temperature, power, entrances and exits: everything can be managed directly from a computer or via sleek touch screens. The reception desk becomes the facility’s operations hub, for coordinating the functions of common areas, managing the status of guest rooms, controlling access points and monitoring the building. 10 11 Communicate with The key card for a The entire facility in the outside world. successful stay. a single click. Elegant video entryphones, both flush All booking data is quickly transferred Thanks to the Well-contact software suite, the and surface mounting, allow staff to to a magnetic card, customizable with entire facility can be controlled via computer. communicate with guests and visitors the hotel’s logo, allowing guests to Five applications, differentiated in accordance outside the building via a high-resolution access authorised areas and allowing with type and size of facility, to manage and video feed, as well as controlling lights reception staff to control access to the control all devices in the Well-contact Plus and automations so guests can access facility. system. the premises in total safety. Excelsior Hotel Gallia, Milan Common areas. Safety and security in every corner. In corridors, stairwells or other common areas of the hotel, All under control. Well-contact Plus guarantees total safety and security. Indoor cameras with built-in Always. Lights that turn on only when someone passes, microphone discreetly monitor emergency fixtures that provide appropriate illumination common areas, constantly capturing everything that during blackouts, LED step marker lamps that indicate happens inside the facility and escape routes, cameras that monitor guests and ensure no even providing an audio feed. unauthorised persons enter their room. 12 13 Safety everywhere. Lighting - only when Visibility even in the dark. Universal sockets with RCBO circuit breaker needed. Corridors, stairs and other ensure safety all over the building, protecting Sensors strategically positioned common areas are discreetly connected devices from potential overload. in common areas prevent energy indicated by step marker LEDs wastage by turning the lights on that guide guests through the only when someone approaches, facility, providing visibility and forming a path of lights that security even at night. illuminate in sequence. Sofitel, Kuala Lumpur Damansara, Malaysia Guest rooms. Comfort and design travel together. Whether connected to the Well-contact Plus system or forming a stand Welcome scene. alone unit, Vimar guest rooms stand out for their attention to the smallest The transponder reader displays the room’s technological and design details and absolute comfort. Nothing is left to status in the corridor outside and only allows chance: all variables are managed and the various functions coordinate access to authorised persons with a card, which can be set up with different access with each other to adapt to occupants' needs and lifestyles. permissions depending on whether the holder is a guest or member of staff. Welcome to the guest room. Total control. Customized climate control and Simply insert the card into the reader on Dim and turn on/off lights, raise or lower blinds. room status. entering and the room comes
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