Business Details
42 Years
experience
Emergency
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Award-Winning Smart Home Automation & Media Room Solutions
Cornflake is an award-winning London-based smart home automation and media room installation company. Established in 1984, we specialise in creating intuitive technologies that elevate living environments through energy-efficient smart home automation solutions. Our expertise extends to designing and building bespoke home cinemas, enabling clients to experience immersive entertainment within their own homes. With decades of experience, we have earned the trust of clients, designers, and architects by delivering personalised systems and audio-visual solutions tailored to exact requirements. Our commitment to excellence is underscored by our 24/7 Concierge Service, launched in 2013, which ensures continuous remote support and system maintenance.We operate from our Experience Centre in Fitzrovia, showcasing cutting-edge smart home technologies and award-winning home cinema installations. Our team of specialists integrates smart lighting, heating, security, and audio-visual systems into seamless, user-friendly applications. Recognised for innovation, we have won multiple CEDIA Awards for home cinema and integrated home solutions. Our heritage in high-end audio-visual technology, combined with a forward-thinking approach to IoT and smart home integration, positions us as leaders in the luxury residential and commercial technology sector.
Services
Smart Home Automation
Home Cinema Design
Media Room Installation
Lighting Control Systems
Audio-Visual Integration
Security System Installation
Climate Control Solutions
Concierge Support Service
Network Infrastructure Setup
Event Space Technology
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 Concierge Service for remote system adjustments and emergency support.
- Our team holds 40+ years of combined experience in luxury smart home technology integration.
- We provide bespoke solutions tailored to individual property requirements and lifestyle needs.
- Our systems integrate with leading global industry partners for guaranteed performance standards.
- We deliver turnkey projects with dedicated project management from concept to completion.
What people say
Excellent service
Top-notch installations
Reliable engineers
Innovative solutions
Prompt support
Services
Smart Home Automation
Our smart home automation systems seamlessly integrate lighting, climate control, security, and entertainment systems into a unified platform. Using advanced technologies from global industry partners, we create intuitive interfaces that allow complete property management via tablet devices. Systems feature fail-safe manual controls and energy-saving protocols that automatically adjust settings based on occupancy patterns. With 40 years of technical expertise, we deliver custom solutions that adapt to evolving lifestyle requirements while maintaining aesthetic integrity.
Home Cinema Installation
We design and build award-winning home cinemas featuring THX-certified projection systems and Dolby Atmos 360 sound. Our installations combine Meyer Sound speakers with precision acoustic treatments to recreate studio-quality audio experiences. Each cinema room receives customised seating configurations and automated lighting systems that enhance viewing immersion. From compact 2-seater spaces to multi-storey complexes, our engineers ensure perfect calibration of video resolution and audio dynamics for the ultimate entertainment environment.
Concierge Support
Our 24/7 Concierge Service provides remote system monitoring, software updates, and emergency troubleshooting for all installed technologies. Certified engineers offer rapid response times for hardware failures and configuration issues, with international support available for multi-property owners. Preventative maintenance visits include network diagnostics, firmware upgrades, and system performance optimisation. This comprehensive support package ensures continuous operation of smart home systems across residential and commercial environments.
Lighting Control
We implement intelligent lighting systems that combine Lutron Homeworks QSX controllers with custom programmed scenes. Solutions include daylight harvesting sensors, motorised blinds integration, and colour temperature adjustments that follow circadian rhythms. Our designs accommodate both architectural lighting requirements and decorative enhancements while maintaining energy efficiency. Systems allow individual room control or whole-property scene changes through wall panels or mobile devices.
Network Infrastructure
Our network installations provide secure, high-speed connectivity for smart home technologies using commercial-grade hardware. We implement dual-band WiFi systems with enterprise routers and structured cabling for AV distribution. Security protocols include VLAN segmentation and enterprise firewalls to protect connected devices. The infrastructure supports BYOD requirements and future system expansions while ensuring reliable performance for critical systems like security cameras and automation controllers.
People
Alex Brown
Managing Director
With over a decade in high-end construction and luxury technology, Alex leads Cornflake's expert team. He focuses on delivering exceptional service through collaborative teamwork and client-centric solutions.
Robin Shephard
Executive Chairman
Founder of Cornflake's modern era, Robin has 35 years in premium audio-visual technology. He led the 2010 acquisition and subsequent growth into a multi-award-winning enterprise.
John Fitzpatrick
Tech Services Director
Overseeing technical operations, John ensures all installations meet Cornflake's exacting standards. He manages the team of certified engineers and integration specialists.
Ben Rodrick
Design Director
Ben leads the design team responsible for creating bespoke smart home interfaces and architectural technology integration solutions.
Neil Murray
Projects Director
Neil manages large-scale installations, ensuring seamless coordination between clients, designers, and technical teams throughout project lifecycles.
Questions
What smart home systems do you install?
We integrate lighting, climate control, security, audio-visual, and window treatment systems using leading global technology partners.
Do you provide after-sales support?
Yes, our 24/7 Concierge Service offers remote monitoring, emergency repairs, and preventative maintenance for all installed systems.
Can you retrofit existing properties?
Yes, our solutions work with both new builds and heritage properties, adapting technology to existing architectural constraints.
What home cinema options exist?
We create dedicated rooms from 4m x 3m upwards, featuring THX-certified projection and Dolby Atmos sound systems tailored to client requirements.
How are systems controlled?
All systems use our custom Crestron interface, accessible via wall panels, tablets, or smartphones with intuitive one-touch controls.
Do you work internationally?
While based in London, we deliver projects across the UK and provide international Concierge support for multi-property owners.
Reviews (2)
Peter Aylett
Jan 10, 2020
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One of The World's best showrooms to show how technology can enhance spaces. If you can go to experience it, do
Dean Keyworth
Jul 17, 2019
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Having worked on a very complex, high end project with the Cornflake team, I could not recommend them highly enough. They provided bespoke solutions to meet the client's long list of needs and their customer service and installation is second to none
