Designed Intelligence

Premium KNX products. Designed in Belgium, handmade in Germany.

Tense creates handcrafted design objects for smart buildings. From high-end touch displays to switches and sockets, each product unites refined aesthetics with intelligent KNX technology. Crafted from premium materials such as metal, stone, wood and glass – unique pieces that elevate contemporary interiors.

Latest Product Innovations

Presented at Light + Building 2026

Explore the latest innovations from Tense. New design solutions, premium materials and refined technologies that unite exceptional design with intelligent functionality.

Eternity 8

Elegance unfolds when every detail is purposefully designed. The new Eternity 8, framed in genuine metal, is the intelligent heart of home automation. A design statement that unites brilliant technology with refined aesthetics.

Eternity 6

When modern technology becomes a design statement. High-resolution display elegantly framed in premium real materials. Seamless integration into any interior as a refined design feature.

Intensity

The signature of nature. Exclusive natural surfaces in stone and wood make every Intensity switch unique. Each piece tells its own story, shaped by time and nature.

Serenity

The essence of control, crafted in elegance. Mechanical precision meets atmospheric lighting. Buttons that appear to float in soft, elegant glow.

Velocity

Exceptional in design, excellent in handling. Dynamic architecture with slim mechanical pins and subtle LED accents. For those who value distinctive design.

Motivity

Minimalist design, virtually invisible. One of the smallest sensor heads on the market, blending seamlessly into any space. Elegant technology that disappears.

Tense Portfolio

Premium KNX switches, displays, sensors and sockets. Our comprehensive portfolio includes high-resolution touch displays, handcrafted push buttons, motion detectors and tablet holders.

Eternity

Touch displays for intuitive home control. Available in 4, 6 and 8-inch formats with customisable interfaces.

Intensity

Handcrafted push buttons with premium surfaces in metal, stone, wood and glass. Each button is a unique piece, crafted with the utmost care from fine genuine materials.

Velocity

Dynamic switches with architectural presence. Slim mechanical pins for distinctive interaction and exceptional design.

Serenity

Mechanical push buttons with reduced design and precise operation. Elegance meets tactile perfection.

Eyeswitch

Universal tablet holder with integrated Intensity 8-fold push button. Essential controls always accessible.

Motivity

Motion and presence detectors with virtually invisible sensor heads. Intelligent lighting control for corridors, staircases and living areas.

Frames & Accessories

Square and round frames for 45mm inserts, trimless installation boxes and a wide range of surface finishes for individual customisation.

Please note

We are currently updating our product pages with detailed specifications and ordering information. In the meantime, please refer to our catalogues or contact us directly.

Catalogues

Explore the complete Tense collection. The catalogues present the full portfolio and latest innovations with detailed insights into materials, finishes and technical excellence, from exclusive stone and wood surfaces to advanced LED technology. Discover what makes each product a handcrafted design object for smart buildings.

Tense Novelties 2026

Tense Collection 2026

Design You Can Feel

Outstanding design reveals itself in the moment of touch. Tense products are engineered for an exceptionally refined tactile experience – from the precise mechanics of each button to the smooth finish of premium surfaces. Every interaction is thoughtfully designed, combining visual elegance with intuitive operation. This attention to detail transforms everyday moments into experiences of quality and refinement.

About Tense

Tense creates premium KNX switches, OLED switches, motion detectors and sockets for contemporary building projects. For over a decade, these design objects have been elevating interiors and transforming spaces through outstanding design, premium materials and artisan craftsmanship.

Belgian Design

Since June 2024, Tense is part of the MDT Group, a leading German manufacturer of KNX building automation technology based in Engelskirchen, near Cologne. The brand unites Belgian design excellence with German engineering precision, laying the foundation for luxury, highest quality products.

Handmade in Germany

Excellence begins with uncompromising standards. Tense combines premium materials with certified KNX technology, handcrafted in Germany with meticulous care. This commitment to quality ensures every product delivers lasting value and professional reliability.

Awarded Design

Tense products have received numerous international design awards, including the German Design Award, World Business Award, iF Design Award and Design Plus 20.