Smart Lighting at The Driscoll

Scene lighting, simple controls and warm arrivals

Discover how our smart lighting system adapts to your needs, offering convenience and customisation at every touch.

Seamless Lighting Control

The Driscoll uses scene-based lighting to make the home feel settled from the moment guests arrive. Dimmers, switches, voice control and automated outdoor lighting support work, dining, TV, late-night movement and relaxed evenings without needing an app.

Smart switches can take a moment to respond. One press is usually enough.

Hue Dimmer Switches

The Hue Dimmer Switches provide intuitive and user-friendly control over your room’s lighting, making it effortless to create the perfect atmosphere for any occasion. Each switch features four buttons, thoughtfully designed for simplicity and convenience.

The top button not only turns the lights on but also offers semi-automated functionality, adjusting the lighting to match a pre-set schedule based on the time of day. This allows you to enjoy the ideal lighting setting without needing to make manual adjustments.

The remaining buttons allow for easy dimming and cycling through the scenes, ensuring complete control at your fingertips.

Philips Hue dimmer switch wall control for smart lighting at The Driscoll

How to Use Hue Dimmer Switches:

Turns lights ON and OFF

Brightens the lights.

Dims the lights.

Cycles through preset scenes.

The ON/OFF button is designed for simplicity and ease of use. The first press turns the lights ON, aligning them with the time-based schedule below. If you press it again within 3 seconds, it cycles through different Natural Light scenes, allowing you to adjust the lighting to suit your needs. Lights remain in the selected mode until changed manually, making it especially convenient for late-night adjustments.

Time-based schedule:

7am–10am: Energise

10am–Dusk: Concentrate

Dusk–8pm: Read

8pm–10pm: Relax

10pm–Midnight: Rest

Midnight–7am: Nightlight

Hue Dimmer Switches are located in:

Master Bedroom
Bedroom
Study (Bunk-Room)
Dining Room
Foyer
Back Door

Voice Controls

Effortlessly manage your lighting with “Hey Siri” through HomePod minis and Apple TV remotes.

Whether you’re creating the perfect ambiance, adjusting brightness, or turning off lights across the house, voice control makes it seamless and intuitive.

Apple TV remote and HomePod mini with plant showing smart home entertainment setup

How to Use Voice Controls:

HomePods:

HomePod minis are located in the bedrooms and lounge room. Activate Siri hands-free by saying “Hey Siri” to control lighting in your current room or zone. Use natural language for commands—speak as you normally would. For example:

“Hey Siri, turn on the lights”

“Hey Siri, dim the lights to 50%”

“Hey Siri, make the room lights blue“

“Hey Siri, set all lights to warm white.”

Apple TV remotes:

Apple TV remotes are available in the Study (bunk-bedroom), Dining Room, and Lounge Room. Activate Siri by pressing and holding the silver button on the side of the remote control. Speak naturally when giving commands, such as:

“Turn off the lounge room lights.”

“Set the dining room lights to warm yellow.”

“Dim the Study lights to 25%.”

“Are the lights in the study on?”

Important Notes for Guests

Room-Specific Commands:
Siri understands individual room names (e.g., Bedroom, Lounge Room, Study, Kitchen). Commands like “Hey Siri, dim the lights” apply to the room where the device (HomePod) is based. If it is unsure, it will ask you.

Zone Commands:
For broader control, use zone names like “Common Areas” or “Inside”.

Privacy:
Voice control is optional. Guests can use wall switches, Hue dimmers and Apple TV remotes at any time. HomePods and Apple TV remotes are supplied for lighting, media and room controls only. Personal Requests are off by default. Any temporary smart-home access is removed after checkout.

Devices with Voice Control:

HomePod minis: Located in the bedrooms and lounge room.
Apple TV remotes: Available in the study, dining room, and lounge room.

LIFX Switches

The LIFX switches at The Driscoll offer a simple and seamless way to control lighting throughout the house, enhancing your comfort and convenience.

With just a tap, you can turn lights on or off, making lighting management effortless and intuitive.

These switches are designed to blend functionality with style, offering manual control for smart lights and automated control for utility lights, in areas like bathrooms and the kitchen.

LIFX smart wall switch for lighting control at The Driscoll

How to Use LIFX Switches:

Single Press: Press the button assigned to the light or device you want to control.
Patience is Key: Allow the system a moment to respond. Smart lighting systems may take a brief moment to process your command.

Important Tips:

Press One Button at a Time: Pressing multiple buttons at once can disrupt the system.
Do Not Hold Down Any Button: Holding a button may trigger a factory reset, which will disconnect the switch and disrupt the lighting setup.

A single press is all it takes to enjoy hassle-free lighting. Let the smart system handle the rest for a smooth experience.

Room-by-Room Assignments:

Hallway

Hallway Light

Outside Carriage Light

Outside Light Strips

Outside Signage

Lounge Room

Spotlights

Lamp

TV Light Strips

(spare)

Garage

Garage Lights

Back Door Floodlight

Backyard Floodlight

(spare)

Back Door

Downlight

Back Door Floodlight

Backyard Floodlight

(spare)

Bathrooms

Light

Exhaust Fan (30mins)

Laundry

Light

Back Door Light

Kitchen

Spotlights

Under-Cabinet Lights

Outdoor Lighting Automation

At The Driscoll, outdoor lighting seamlessly blends style and functionality, creating a welcoming and secure environment for all guests.

Whether you’re enjoying a quiet evening on the porch or arriving back after dark, our thoughtfully designed lighting ensures both safety and ambiance.

Smart automations take care of the details — lights adjust automatically based on the time of night and pre-set schedules — so you can relax and focus on enjoying your surroundings, worry-free.

Front exterior of The Driscoll at twilight with architectural lighting and heritage facade

How It Works:

Themed Lighting: Outdoor lights turn on automatically at dusk with a vibrant Theme-of-the-Day, adding character to the property.

Nightlight Mode: At 10:30 PM, the lights dim to a subtle, energy-efficient glow, staying on until sunrise.

Motion Sensors: Smart sensors in the backyard and garage areas detect movement, triggering lights as needed for security and convenience.

Helpful Note:

The outdoor lights are fully automated through the night to reduce the reverse effect of one-way tinting, ensuring privacy while maintaining visibility.

These settings are pre-programmed — no manual adjustments are required.

Guests with theme or colour preferences are always welcome to let us know; we’ll do our best to accommodate.

Guests remain in control and these can be adjusted or turned off with Voice Controls or the LIFX Switches.

Let’s Make Your Stay Unforgettable

At The Driscoll, our smart lighting systems are just one of many ways we combine modern innovation with timeless charm. Discover more of our smart living features or book your stay today to experience the difference.

Need Help?

Ask Rex, Our AI Assistant

For quick help with the smart lighting, ask Rex using the chat button on this page. Rex can guide you through Hue dimmer switches, LIFX switches, Siri voice commands, lighting scenes, room controls and automated outdoor lighting.

Describe what you want the lights to do, or what is not responding, and Rex will help you work through it.

If Rex cannot resolve the issue, or it involves an electrical fault, damage or safety concern, please contact our Guest Manager through our Contact page.