Case study: A connected oak-framed home in Herefordshire

Location: Whipstocks – Gorsley, Herefordshire

Property type: 3-bedroom oak-frame Manuka cottage

Client: Oakwrights

Completion date: May 2025

In early 2025, Oakwrights completed their latest show home at Whipstocks. This custom oak-framed property was designed to blend traditional charm with future-focused convenience. The home, part of the Manuka Cottage Range, was selected to showcase what is possible when craftsmanship and technology align.

Oakwrights wanted to demonstrate how their builds could support modern lifestyles and offer a strong proposition for resale and buyer appeal. To support this, they chose Baulogic’s fully integrated smart home system. This is a developer-ready solution that offers complete control of lighting, heating, and security.

Inside the property, Baulogic’s system enables seamless operation of every key function:

• Lighting scenes and digital dimming tailored to the open-plan living space
• Multizone heating, calibrated to the home’s air source heat pump and underfloor heating
• Dual-fuel towel rail control for year-round comfort
• Secure remote access, with a wall-mounted touchscreen and mobile app
• Video door intercom and motion detection for enhanced peace of mind

Thanks to Baulogic’s plug-and-go design, the system arrived preconfigured and was ready for Oakwrights’ on-site electrician to install without the need for additional specialists. The first fix included a custom backplate to define the plant room layout, streamlining installation and reducing complexity.

The installation was completed with minimal effort. Switches, touchscreen panels, and sensors blend elegantly into the home’s rustic aesthetic. The intuitive control layout offers homeowners an effortless experience, whether they are adjusting the heating from bed or managing security remotely.

The result is a live show home that does more than impress visually. It demonstrates how smart functionality can enhance the everyday experience of living in a beautiful, hand-crafted home.

By integrating Baulogic into this property, Oakwrights have created a future-proofed home that not only looks stunning but is also designed to sell faster and for more. The home is now a fully functioning showcase of smart country living, perfectly aligned with the expectations of today’s premium homebuyers.

For developers looking to streamline smart tech installation and boost buyer appeal, Baulogic provides an out-of-the-box system that is simple to install, energy-aware, and easy to live with.