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GenerationenRaum - a new way of living for all ages.

The GenerationenRaum represents a new approach to living: intergenerational, well thought-out and adaptable. It focuses on solutions that combine comfort, safety and aesthetics - for people at every stage of life. Rather than offering standardised solutions, this concept provides answers that cater to individual needs of each person, regardless of their age or physical requirements.

Accessibility begins in the planning stage

How can I design my home to be both barrier-free and modern, especially with ageing and possible limitations in everyday life in mind? Good design should be a matter of course when planning accessible spaces. However, the focus is often placed solely on the functional aspects of accessibility, which is correct and required by law. However, ignoring aesthetics entirely is an oversight because, just as people with different physical abilities have a right to functionality and accessibility, they also have a right to individuality and well-being.

How can building technology be designed to be inclusive, functional, future-oriented and aesthetically pleasing? Inclusion means far more than just removing barriers. It means participation for everyone, regardless of their physical or cognitive abilities. Modern building technology plays a central role here, creating the technical requirements for a comfortable, safe and self-determined life at all stages.

Technology with a vision
When it comes to building technology, people often prioritise efficiency, security and automation — all of which are essential aspects. However, when technology is considered inclusively, solutions are created that go beyond mere functionality. The aim is to design technology that can be operated intuitively and is visually accessible, offering flexibility for different needs. This applies to door controls, lighting systems, heating controls and emergency call systems, for example. Through targeted design, visual feedback, acoustic signals and barrier-free control panels, technology becomes a bridge, not an obstacle.

Added value through design and simplicity

The same applies to building technology: combining intelligent functions with an appealing design increases not only user-friendliness, but also acceptance. A clear, modern design of operating elements that are easy to understand at first glance and blend harmoniously into the architectural environment conveys professionalism and consideration. Accessibility begins in the planning stage and extends beyond door width. A well-thought-out system takes into account features such as contrasts for visually impaired people, voice control for people with motor impairments, and reduced menu navigation for better overview.

Inclusion as an attitude
Inclusive technology is not a special case, but an expression of an inclusive attitude. It is forward-looking because, in an increasingly diverse society, flexible and adaptive solutions are becoming ever more important. Inclusive building technology sends a clear message: Thought has been put into this. Everyone is welcome here. Whether in private homes, companies, schools or public institutions, it fosters trust, security and equality.

How can intergenerational, barrier-free living be achieved in style?

Our living concepts combine age-appropriate technology with attractive design to provide greater comfort, security and autonomy at every stage of life.

Product solutions

Safety and comfort
Accessibility is an integral part of forward-thinking planning. It provides the foundation for a home that is safe, comfortable and independent in all phases of life, whether it is a home for senior citizens or a facility for people with dementia. It's not just about standards and functionality; design is important too. Building technology combines intuitive operability with a clear, high-quality design. Lighting, shading, temperature and door communication can be controlled in such a way by building technology that they remain accessible for different needs — whether visual, haptic or automatic. Well-thought-out solutions reduce complexity, provide orientation and noticeably increase suitability for everyday use. The result is a living environment that supports rather than restricts, in which function, aesthetics, and ease of use complement each other naturally.
Added value of colour - orientation and well-being
Colours influence far more than just a room's aesthetics – they aid orientation, evoke emotions and help structure daily life. Clear visual cues are particularly helpful for people with dementia, cognitive impairments or visual impairments, as they enable these individuals to move around safely. Colour contrasts can be used to highlight doors, light switches and emergency call systems, mark pathways and delineate different areas. Studies show that carefully chosen colours can enhance independence, facilitate orientation and promote a sense of security, both in care homes and private residences. JUNG consistently applies this approach in its designs, offering many products, including switches, sockets and emergency call systems, in up to 63 architecture-inspired shades from the Les Couleurs® Le Corbusier® colour system. This colour palette was developed with impact, harmony and distinctiveness in mind, and is ideally suited to intergenerational interior design. Here, colours are not just a design detail, but a functional part of the overall concept. They make spaces more comprehensible for everyone, regardless of age or disability. They also ensure that technology appears to integrate harmoniously into the living environment rather than seeming like a foreign element.

Emergency call systems - safety at the touch of a button
Safety should not be a question of the target group, whether in the private bathroom or the public toilet area. The emergency call systems from JUNG provide reliable protection and can be seamlessly integrated into any architectural design. With clearly designed pull and call buttons that are easily accessible and recognisable at a glance, help can be summoned quickly in an emergency without any technical hurdles. These systems fulfil the highest functional and legal requirements. They fully comply with the DIN 18040-1 and DIN VDE 0834 standards. The result is a visually appealing solution that meets the requirements for barrier-free buildings.
Socket with orientation light - safety in the dark
A gentle spot of light can make all the difference at night. Sockets with an integrated orientation light provide more safety and better orientation without disturbing sleep. These sockets ensure that people can move around safely in the dark, without the need for glaring ceiling lights or additional night lamps. This is particularly beneficial in care facilities, bedrooms and children's rooms. The dimmed light helps people to recognise paths and avoid tripping hazards, and it contributes to peace and quiet at night. With the LED sockets from JUNG, this convenience can easily be integrated into existing rooms. They combine functionality with an unobtrusive design and make homes safer for all ages. For all ages. At any time.
Motion detectors - convenience starts small
Motion detectors provide light exactly when it is needed — automatically, contactlessly and reliably. This technology enhances comfort and safety, particularly in corridors, bathrooms and bedrooms. At JUNG, they are an integral part of a well-thought-out, generation-oriented living concept. For people with limited mobility or vision, automatic light control means no more searching for the light switch or risking a fall in the dark. JUNG motion detectors react precisely to movement and can be discreetly integrated into various switch ranges. This makes them ideal for private living spaces, as well as care facilities. Technology that works intuitively creates convenience.
Automation that reduces barriers
The solutions from JUNG make building technology an active supporter in everyday life. Lighting, shading, room temperature and door communication can be intelligently networked and automated to suit individual needs and daily routines. For barrier-free living, this means less manual intervention, greater convenience and enhanced security. Functions such as central controls, scenes and time-dependent sequences can take over recurring tasks, providing noticeable relief in remodelled homes for the elderly, clinics, dementia residential groups and care homes. All applications can be operated intuitively at any time via push-button, app or automatically in the background thanks to intelligent networking. This creates a living environment that adapts flexibly and provides orientation. The technology provides unobtrusive support in the background and makes accessibility a matter of course in everyday life.
JUNG KNX - Smart support in everyday life
KNX is one of the most versatile systems in modern building technology, offering noticeable benefits in everyday life. Lighting, shading, heating, security and many other functions can be centralised and customised according to personal preferences. Control is straightforward — via push-button sensors, displays or a smartphone app. This creates significant added value, especially for people with physical or cognitive impairments: processes are automated, routines are simplified, and the living environment can be kept safely under observation at all times. Doors, lights and shading can be set to specific scenes, temperature profiles can be adjusted automatically, and status messages can provide reliable information about the building. This creates a space that promotes long-term comfort and independence. At the same time, KNX remains flexible and can be expanded as required, providing a solution that makes buildings accessible and future-proof today and in the future.
JUNG HOME - the digital infrastructure for your home
JUNG HOME makes it easy to get started with smart building technology. The system is compatible with existing 230 V installations and does not require extensive modifications, making it ideal for modernising existing buildings. Functions such as lighting, blinds and temperature can be controlled via push-buttons, wirelessly or conveniently via the app. The clearly designed user interfaces ensure that all applications are quickly understood and can be used intuitively. The system can be expanded step by step to adapt to new requirements. Customised scenes make everyday life easier: lights switch on automatically, blinds react to defined sequences, and the room temperature remains reliably within the desired range. JUNG HOME combines smart technology with high-quality design to create a living environment that increases comfort, simplifies processes, and offers long-term flexibility. It is a modern solution that provides support exactly when it is needed — today and in the future.
Scenes - More function, less effort
Scenes bundle several functions together into a single, clearly defined sequence. You can start entire routines with a single command via JUNG push-buttons, JUNG HOME, KNX or the respective app. For instance, a 'morning' scene could raise the blinds, adjust the lighting and set the temperature. Scenes can also be configured for special situations, in which JUNG components automatically adjust the lighting, shading, and other convenience functions. Many individual actions result in a reliable process that runs the same way every time. This makes everyday life easier and provides orientation, which is especially helpful when clear structures are needed. Scenes implemented with JUNG solutions make building technology clear, intuitive and safe. They adapt to personal processes and support a living environment that noticeably increases comfort and security in both new buildings and modernisation projects.
Light and shading control - technology that makes everyday life easier
The light and shading control system from JUNG is designed to be easily operated by different user groups. It has a clear structure, is pleasant to the touch, and has no unnecessary barriers. Whether it's lights, shutters or blinds, everything is easy to operate. Automatic functions, such as motion and presence detectors, provide support where needed. They enhance security, save energy and free up your time, particularly in areas where accessibility is important. The system can be flexibly integrated into new builds and existing properties and grows with your requirements. Because, ultimately, it's all about what really matters: Orientation, reliability and convenience.
Easy to use for all generations
Our solutions are designed to be intuitive in everyday life, regardless of age or individual needs. Clearly structured control elements, easily recognisable contrasts and labelling with straightforward symbols make navigation easier and functions easier to understand at a glance. Whether it's lighting, shading or room temperature, you can control it via a push-button, an app or automatically in the background, and it adapts to the needs of different user groups. Voice control and customisable elements also simplify operation, particularly for individuals with limited mobility at home or in care facilities. The result is an operating concept that simplifies processes, provides security and promotes independence in everyday life.
JUNG Magnetic Charger - Intuitive charging without cables
The JUNG Magnetic Charger provides a convenient wireless charging solution for smartphones. The integrated magnetic technology securely holds compatible devices on the wall, ensuring that the smartphone always has a fixed place. This is particularly advantageous in barrier-free and low-barrier living environments, as there is no need to search for cables or bend down to plug them in. This makes daily charging easier, clearer and more convenient. The charger's ease of operation is combined with a minimalist, aesthetic design that blends harmoniously into modern living environments, noticeably supporting comfort in the home at any age.
Inscriptions for more orientation
JUNG GRAPHIC TOOL: The JUNG GRAPHIC TOOL allows switches, sockets and push-buttons to be clearly and comprehensively labelled. Precise symbols and customisable design options help users to find their way around and make independent action easier. Options include laser engraving, colour printing and high-contrast inscription fields. The Graphic Tool offers flexible solutions that combine function and accessibility sensibly.
Voice control - comfort on demand
Voice control is a particularly convenient addition to modern building technology. Well-known voice assistants can be used to control lighting, shading and heating directly via voice commands. Simply issuing a short command is all it takes to switch on the light, adjust the temperature, or activate a preset scene. This type of control makes everyday life noticeably easier, especially when push-buttons are difficult to reach. Integration into JUNG systems ensures that voice commands are reliably recognised and precisely implemented. This creates a barrier-free user experience that fits seamlessly into existing processes. The combination of natural speech, clear feedback and the flexible expandability of JUNG solutions makes building technology accessible and provides support exactly where it is needed.
Oversize rocker for hands-free operation
Sometimes it's the little things that make everyday life easier. This oversized rocker can be operated not only with the hand, but also with the forearm or elbow, which is ideal when the hands are full or mobility is limited. This is why it is often used as an elbow switch, for example in care areas, entrance areas, and corridors. The oversized rocker enables simple, barrier-free operation without any effort or precision. For older people or those with physical disabilities, this can mean the difference between independence and dependence. The oversize rocker blends unobtrusively into modern room concepts, offering a clear, stylish and high-quality design. It combines everyday usability with good design.

Reducing barriers.
Securing the future.

Subsidies support the conversion of homes to make them more suitable for older people, providing greater comfort and independence.

Plan your home - inclusive, comfortable, smart

Using the JUNG configurators and JUNG GRAPHIC TOOL, you can design a home that is both accessible and comfortable for people of all ages. Whether you are a young family, a working professional or have specific requirements, JUNG offers tools that combine planning, technology and comfort:
JUNG switch configurator
Switch configurator: Choose tactile, high-contrast switches and sockets that ensure accessibility and user-friendliness in all rooms.
JUNG HOME configurator
Plan smart lighting, heating and shading control, scenes and convenience packages that support everyday life - e.g. with automatic lighting, easy-to-operate push-buttons or control via smartphone/voice assistant.
JUNG KNX configurator
For specialist partners: Professional planning of building technology that enables inclusive solutions - such as age-appropriate scenes, secure automation and flexible expansion options when moving or remodelling.
JUNG GRAPHIC TOOL
With the JUNG GRAPHIC TOOL, you can design switches, sockets, push-buttons or room controllers as individually as your living spaces - and make technology accessible for all generations. Whether high-contrast symbols for better recognisability, clearly legible inscriptions for easier use or personalised engraving for orientation - the GRAPHIC TOOL combines design freedom with functionality.

FAQ

  • Modern technology can be integrated in a way that is both unobtrusive and aesthetically pleasing, while offering comfort and accessibility.
  • When designing materials and colours, pay attention to contrasts (e.g. for switches and door frames), and choose high-quality, aesthetically pleasing surfaces and shapes.
  • Yes, there are large-area switches that can also be operated using the whole hand, forearm or even an object.
  • Contactless or automatic light control (motion sensors) is helpful if fine motor skills or strength are limited.
  • Additional convenience can be provided by voice control, app solutions or technology via centralised smart home systems.
Yes, some measures can be "retrofitted" or require only minor structural changes, e.g:
  • Converting or raising sockets/switches to lower accessible heights.
  • Installation of orientation lights.
  • Attaching grab rails to wall surfaces that are reinforced.
  • Use of wireless sensors or Smart Home components that work without complex cable runs.
  • In an emergency, it is crucial that help arrives quickly. JUNG offers a wide range of solutions to ensure the safety of your property. The emergency system set, for example, is a well-thought-out solution for calling for help in disabled toilets or bathrooms.
  • Lighting control or motion detectors help to illuminate dark areas immediately, making paths safer.
  • Sockets with orientation lights are helpful.
  • Contrasts: Switches, door frames and furniture edges should stand out in colour - this helps people with visual impairments.
  • Automatically controlled lighting (e.g. motion detectors) ensures that lights switch on when you approach a room.
  • For many retrofits such as sockets, switches, orientation lights and grab rails, an experienced electrical contractor is sufficient.
  • It is worth commissioning specialists with experience in barrier-free construction - they know the standards and can implement them safely.
  • Yes, many things are affordable - especially smaller measures such as automatic switches, orientation lights or coloured switches.
  • There are funding programmes: e.g. KfW funding for accessibility in your own home.
  • It helps to bundle measures and realise them step by step so that costs remain predictable and subsidies are used optimally.

Conclusion

JUNG systems create rooms that are comfortable today and warrant safety tomorrow. Technology is not an obstacle, but a creative force: it makes accessibility a matter of course and rooms actually usable - for every situation, every user and every age.