Location: Düsseldorf, Germany
In the 1970s, the hemisphere, known throughout the city, developed into a concert hall where the audience met to probe the infinite ranges of culture while being inspired by international stars from all genres. The city modernised it with an investment of 26 million Euro in 2005. More than 200 concerts with 220,000 spectators per year make the “Neue Tonhalle” a grand forum for culture and a popular meeting place. It uses the latest SE-Elektronic C-bus technology.
In the 1970s, a well-known architectural landmark – a hemispherical structure – was transformed into a concert hall, becoming a cultural hub where audiences gathered to explore the vast universe of music and performance. In 2005, the city undertook a major renovation of the venue. The formerly conservative 1970s-style interior was replaced with a sleek, modern design in metallic blue. The building retained its iconic round shape, reminiscent of a planetarium, while integrating advanced building automation systems to enhance functionality and user experience.
The modernisation project, representing the city’s largest single investment in 2005 at €26 million, revitalised the venue both aesthetically and technically. The “New Tonhalle” now hosts over 200 concerts annually, attracting more than 220,000 visitors. It has become a vibrant cultural forum and a place of community engagement. The integration of cutting-edge automation technology has improved operational efficiency and comfort for both performers and audiences.
The integration of intelligent automation systems has significantly improved the building’s energy efficiency and operational sustainability. By optimising lighting, climate control, and system monitoring, the venue reduces energy consumption and maintenance costs. The renovation not only preserved a cultural landmark but also aligned it with modern environmental standards, ensuring long-term viability and reducing the ecological footprint.
Active temperature sensor for F-bus with freely programmable LEDs, push button and potentiometer, self-calibrating.
7“ capacitive touch display with protection level IP23 and pre-installed SE-Kiosk app for control and visualization of process data of the automation stations (e.g. E-DDC2.3)
Freely programmable modular DDC unit for regulating, controlling, monitoring and optimising systems for building automation.
