The entire ventilation system of a residential unit can be conveniently operated with just one gesture. Using modern smart sensor technology, the gesture control guarantees intuitive operability by means of simple hand movements. Airflow volumes or control ranges can be set and menu navigation can be carried out with a few hand gestures and simple finger movements. Whether the gesture control displays the time or the climate level, or simply serves as a night light, the user alone decides how to integrate LUNOS into his or her home.