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TSP Smart Spaces Meets Ken Fulk’s Design Vision at Klocke Estate

At Klocke Estate in New York’s Hudson Valley, technology and design converge in perfect harmony. Seamless lighting, shading, and audio control integration by TSP Smart Spaces elevates the impeccable interiors of this brandy distillery, designed by world-renowned interior designer Ken Fulk and architect BarlisWedlick, to extraordinary heights. A soil-to-glass distillery, Klocke Estate features a bar, restaurant, lounges, and stills imported from France’s Cognac region, all enhanced by state-of-the-art smart technology to deliver a truly fabulous guest experience.

In the heart of the estate—the distillery itself—rare apple and grape brandies are crafted using one of only a dozen Cognac-region stills in the world. To celebrate the beauty of the process, TSP Smart Spaces implemented Ketra lighting, a system often found in museums and art galleries. This sophisticated lighting showcases the stills in exquisite detail, offering customizable illumination to enhance estate tours and immerse guests in the artistry of brandy-making.

Fulk’s design intention—merging Hudson Valley charm with French flair—is brought to life throughout the estate. The restaurant and bar, with sweeping views of the Catskill Mountains, the Hudson Valley, and the estate’s vineyards and orchards, is a highlight. Fulk’s intricate lighting design, featuring a variety of custom fixtures, posed a challenge for integration.

To meet this challenge, TSP Smart Spaces utilized Lutron HomeWorks, a cutting-edge lighting control system known for its compatibility with an extensive range of fixtures. “Thanks to the versatility of Lutron HomeWorks and its remarkable compatibility with virtually any light fixture on the market, we were able to bring the entire lighting scheme under one cohesive and intuitive control system,” explains Michael Oh, Founder of TSP Smart Spaces.

Beyond lighting, Lutron’s advanced capabilities extend to effortless shade control, addressing the complexities of managing window treatments in a property of this scale. At Klocke Estate, TSP Smart Spaces installed Lutron Sivoia shades for smooth, silent operation, even on expansive windows like the towering 15-foot shade in the rear of the restaurant.

“The true magic of the Lutron system lies in its intelligent programming,” Oh shares. “Through careful analysis and testing, we determined the exact time before sunset when the sun’s angle creates glare for diners. This allowed us to program the shades to close gradually, perfectly synchronized with the setting sun.” Guests can now enjoy breathtaking sunsets without the intrusion of glare—an elegant balance of nature and comfort.

Audio integration posed another layer of complexity, with the need to preserve Fulk’s meticulously curated interiors. TSP Smart Spaces relied on Sonance’s invisible speaker technology to install a high-performance distributed audio system. “As technology integrators, our role is to install necessary systems in a way that doesn’t detract from or compete with the meticulously designed space,” notes Oh.

Through their expert integration of lighting, shading, and audio systems, TSP Smart Spaces has elevated Klocke Estate into a showcase of design and technology, creating an unforgettable destination for all to enjoy.

Project Credits

Lighting, Audio, and Motorized Shades Integration: TSP Smart Spaces

Architect: Barlis Wedlick

Interior Design: Ken Fulk

Photography: Eric Medsker and William Geddes

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