Reliable fire detection in a discreet timeless design for a hotel in Vevey

The Modern Times hotel in Vevey opened in 2016 and sits beside Lake Geneva between Lausanne and Montreux. Chaplin’s World, a museum dedicated to Charlie Chaplin is close by and hence this particular Modern Times Hotel location is also a tribute to him with its look and feel. The accommodation is popular, not only for its appeal with tourists, but also as a venue for conferences, banquets and other large-scale events. The high turnover of guests visiting or staying in the 136 rooms and suites make it imperative for services, events and equipment to run smoothly around the clock.

Fabian Büecheler, manager of the Modern Times Hotel in Vevey considered an overhaul of the hotel’s fire safety systems, but he was not familiar with the latest technologies and how they could address the needs of this specific premises. Besides wanting a trustworthy solution for the hotel, he also required a design which blended well into the hotel’s unique décor in some areas. Standard detectors in a classic shape and size, only available in white, would be too distracting with the risk of spoiling the elegant interior design.

The installation company Altec Sécurité SA ensured all detectors were fitted and networked seamlessly for a fully integrated fire safety solution. The "invisible" detectors, installed discreetly in the ceiling, blend perfectly into each room with no interruption to aesthetics. Fabian was impressed with this – and the modular setup of the Bosch system which is scalable and adaptable for any future extensions or refurbishments at the hotel. He says, “This innovative solution brought new, cutting-edge technology to the project, making it a truly groundbreaking and attractive offering.” Besides featuring a tasteful and fitting tribute to the great Charlie Chaplin, the Modern Times Hotel in Vevey now also features a state-of-the-art fire safety system to keep the entire premises secure with round-the-clock reliable monitoring.