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KlipschFest 2026 Celebrates 80 Legendary Years of Sound with the Fans Who Made It Possible
Klipsch is turning up the volume on 80 legendary years with KlipschFest 2026 Powered by Onkyo, opening the doors of its global headquarters in Indianapolis on November 6–7 for a free, two-day celebration offering unprecedented access to music lovers, audio enthusiasts, families, and the Indianapolis community.
WAC Group Founder Inducted in ALA Lighting Hall of Fame
Congratulations to Tony Wang, Chairman and Founder of WAC Group, who was inducted into the American Lighting Association Hall of Fame during the 2026 ALA Conference on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, in Tucson, Arizona. The ALA Lighting Hall of Fame recognizes individuals whose careers exemplify outstanding service, leadership, and lasting contributions to both the lighting industry and the association.
October is National Kitchen & Bath Month
Photo: True Caliber 36” Wine Column – In Espresso (2026 Color of the Year) October is National Kitchen & Bath Month, and creating the ultimate indoor or outdoor kitchen comes effortlessly with True Caliber’s array of innovative appliances.
CEDIA Foundation Opens Applications for Your Future, Fully Integrated Scholarship
The CEDIA Foundation has opened applications for Your Future, Fully Integrated, a workforce development initiative designed to support individuals entering the professional smart home industry through free training and career coaching. Selected applicants from the US, UK, India, Australia, and Canada will receive a grant covering the full cost of CEDIA’s Smart Home Fundamentals online learning pathway.
Powering DATALAND | Bringing the World’s First ‘Museum of AI Arts’ to Life
Internationally renowned media artist, director and pioneer in the aesthetics of data and machine intelligence, Refik Anadol has spent years redefining what’s possible at the intersection of technology and art. His most ambitious project to date, DATALAND, is the world’s first Museum of AI arts.
Five New Materials, Five Codes of Expression from Neolith
Neolith launches new surfaces and a new material language. Each model responds to its own code: Pale Fossil evokes serenity; Glazed Opaline, amplitude; Dorset Mist, equilibrium; Serene Emerald, renewal; and Calacatta Viola, empowerment. Together, these five new surfaces reinforce Neolith’s positioning in the most premium segment of design and architecture. Pale Fossil embodies a natural serenity connected to refuge and inner calm.
Schaub Projects Launches In-House Structural Engineering Department, Names Aaron S. Odle as Director
Schaub Projects Architecture + Design, a leading St. Louis–based high-end residential architecture firm, today announced the formation of a new Structural Engineering Department led by respected structural engineer Aaron S. Odle. The formation of this new department enables collaboration between architectural and engineering designs at the earliest stages of design.
Wiremold Expands Sit-Stand Desk Power Lineup With New 65W Charging Option
New Desktop and Under-Desk Configurations Bring 65W USB-C Charging and Outlet Access to Height-Adjustable Desks in Hybrid Offices, Classrooms and Shared Workspaces Legrand | AV, a global specialist and industry leader in connected AVexperiences, today announced an expansion of its Wiremold® Sit-Stand Desk Power lineup with a new 65W option.
Shelley’s Stereo Named Newest U.S. Dealer to Carry the JBL Summit Series
HARMAN Luxury Audio Group today announced that Shelley’s Stereo, the Woodland Hills-based retailer that has served Southern California’s audio enthusiasts since 1959, has been named the newest dealer to carry the JBL Summit Series, the newly completed five-model line of ultra high-performance loudspeakers designed for the world’s most discerning listeners.
Integration Controls Introduces Shop the Look
Integration Controls, a St. Louis-based technology integrator specializing in luxury residential automation, has launched Shop the Look, a first-of-its-kind digital planning experience designed to simplify one of the custom integration industry’s most persistent challenges: helping clients understand what’s possible – and what it costs – before the design process begins.
Climate Week NYC is back September 20–27, 2026
This year’s Climate Week NYC will focus on the energy, the impact, and the action that we drive together. Climate Week NYC is organized by Climate Group, an international non-profit that has driven climate action for over two decades by convening leaders across business and government. In coordination with the UN General Assembly, our event brings together the decision-makers and experts shaping capital, policy and markets across sectors and regions.
Join Women in Design for its 21st Annual 8×8 Event on October 6 at IDC Denver
The International Design Collection is pleased to welcome Women in Design for its 21st Annual 8×8 event on October 6. Dedicated to supporting women across architecture, interior design, engineering, construction, and related fields, Women in Design brings Denver’s design community together to connect and learn from one another.
Sonos Welcomes Beam Ultra and Sonos Ace Ultra
Sonos (Nasdaq: SONO) has introduced Sonos Beam Ultra and Sonos Ace Ultra, expanding its home theater and personal listening portfolios alongside the updated release of its audio operating system, Sonos 27. Beam Ultra keeps Beam’s compact form while unlocking true 7.1.2 Dolby Atmos. Sonos Ace Ultra arrives with an all-new driver, next-generation Adaptive ANC, and a direct connection to the Sonos system.
Legrand Introduces EV-Rated Electrical Outlet Engineered to Meet 2026 National Electrical Code Requirements
Legrand®, a global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures, today announced the launch of its 50A Weather-Resistant Electrical Outlet for EV Chargers (3894WREV), a UL Listed outlet engineered specifically to meet the new requirements for Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) introduced in the 2026 National Electrical Code (NEC).
Devialet Debuts Phantom Ultimate Pulse Blue In Collaboration with Brand Ambassador Isack Hadjar
One year after introducing the latest generation of its iconic speaker, French acoustic engineering pioneer Devialet debuts Devialet Phantom Ultimate 98 dB – Pulse Blue. An exclusive edition marked by a new finish. Designed to communicate a state of intensity while reaffirming the engineering excellence of the original range.
HK Lighting Sentinel Series is Here
The HK Luxury Sentinel Series is now available to purchase through the HK Portal. An architectural alternative to traditional security lighting, Sentinel Series combines the performance of an accent light with the coverage of an area light. Fully aimable heads, field-changeable optics and accessories, and outputs of up to 950 lumens per light head provide precise placement, enhanced nighttime visibility, and reduced glare and wasted light.
LIXIL and UNICEF Publish “Make a Splash!” Impact Update 2025–2026
LIXIL Corporation (“LIXIL”) and UNICEF today released the 2025–2026 Impact Update for their “Make a Splash!” partnership. This global shared-value partnership advances initiatives strengthening access to safe sanitation and hygiene for underserved communities by building self-sustaining local sanitation markets. To date, the partnership has supported almost 20 million people.
DMF Lighting to Showcase Artafex 1 and Full Digital Lighting Solutions at CEDIA Expo 2026
DMF, the leader in modular lighting in the technology integration channel, will bring its ‘Artful lighting for everyday luxury’ philosophy to CEDIA Expo 2026, taking place September 1-4 in Denver, Colorado. At Booth #2106, attendees will experience how the Artafex line of luxury lighting solutions, including the new Artafex 1, offer multi-use solutions for every application, from a single room to an entire home, while integrating seamlessly with popular control systems.
Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient and CEDIA Fellows
CEDIA Lifetimie Achievement Award CEDIA is proud to celebrate members of our community whose careers have been defined by innovation, leadership, and long-standing service to the industry. Peter Lyngdorf has been named the recipient of this year’s Lifetime Achievement Award. A pioneering Danish entrepreneur and audiophile, Lyngdorf founded HiFi Klubben and helped establish influential brands including Steinway Lyngdorf, Lyngdorf Audio, and DALI, as well as co-founding Purifi.
Don’t Lose the Room: The Case for Tech-Enhanced Design
Wednesday – September 2 – 10:00 – 10:45 – Room 404 Don’t Lose the Room: The Case for Tech-Enhanced Design 1 LU/HSW Credit (AIA) A beautifully designed space reflects a series of intentional choices. This session considers technology as one of them, examining how early planning and collaboration help designers maintain control of the visual and functional intent of a space while avoiding compromises later in the project.
Panasonic Expands WhisperFresh Ventilation Portfolio
Panasonic Eco Systems North America, a leading provider of energy-efficient ventilation and air quality solutions, today announced the expansion of the WhisperFresh® product line with two new models: WhisperFresh® (Standard)and WhisperFresh® Plus, joining the established WhisperFresh® Select.
CEDIA Expo 2026 Product Showcase
If you’re traveling to CEDIA Expo 2026 this year in Denver, make sure to stop by and check out our Editor’s Picks for the best products on display at some of the very best manufacturer’s in the CI Channel. Here are our picks for this year’s Product Showcase! SAVANT GE Proseo Keypad Host Booth #2518 The GE Proseo Keypad Host is unlike any smart home solution available today and creates a massive opportunity for integrators.
Extending Home Life Beyond Four Walls
For many homeowners, the ideal outdoor space isn’t just a patio or a porch — it’s extra room that allows homeowners to blur the line between indoors and out, creating flexible outdoor living spaces that feel just as comfortable and controllable as the rest of the home.
The 5th Avenue Edikted Flagship Store, Powered by K-array
Photo: K-array by Nadav Havakook When EDIKTED opened its flagship store in New York City, the space brought together two very different worlds: a modern, fashion-forward clothing brand and one of the city’s historic architectural landmarks. The store is located inside the historic Charles Scribner’s Sons Building, a Beaux-Arts landmark designed by Ernest Flagg and completed in 1913.
LIXIL AND TOOLS & TIARAS HOST INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP TO INTRODUCE TEEN GIRLS TO CAREERS IN PLUMBING
On August 3rd, water and housing products leader LIXIL hosted campers from Tools & Tiaras Summer Camp at its LIXIL Water Experience Center in New York City for an interactive plumbing workshop designed to introduce teen girls to careers in the profession. Developed in partnership with the nonprofit founded by tradeswoman and advocate Judaline Cassidy, the program combined hands-on design challenges with mentorship from plumbers, designers, and other industry professionals.
SIM2 Introduces “Seeing First” at CEDIA 2026
A new engineering approach centered on human vision, demonstrated through the UltraNero 4S DUO private cinema experience. CEDIA Expo, Denver · September 2-4, 2026 · Booth #1646 and Sound Room #8 SIM2 will introduce Seeing First, a new approach to projection engineering that begins not with the projector or its specification sheet, but with the person watching the image.
CEDIA Announces Awards Finalists 2026
Excellence, Revealed. CEDIA is excited to reveal the finalists for this year’s CEDIA Smart Home Awards Americas. Global judging panels have carefully reviewed each submission, evaluating projects, businesses, and products against category-specific criteria, including technical execution, design integration, innovation, business performance, and overall impact. “The 2026 CEDIA Smart Home Awards show the depth of expertise driving the smart home industry forward.
Women in Consumer Technology Honors 2026 Legacy Award Recipients at CEDIA Expo
Introducing the 2026 Class of Legacy Award Honorees: Sarah E. Dresher — Owner & CEO, Luxury Integrated Technologies, LLC With a background in electrical engineering, an MBA, and over eight years of experience in the residential new construction and renovation market, Sarah Dresher is redefining how technology is integrated into design-driven spaces.
Screen Innovations Introduces KAOS™ 360
Screen Innovations (SI) introduces KAOS™ 360 Rear-Pro Projection Screen, combining its proprietary dual-sided 360° optic with the rugged KAOS™ Onyx™ Retention System to create the industry’s most durable dual-sided motorized outdoor rear-projection screen, delivering exceptional image stability and reliable performance in demanding outdoor environments.
Introducing NeonFlex Pro Apex Custom Cut from Proluxe
Brighter Output, Longer Max Run, Improved Durability Designed for seamless lines of direct-view illumination, NEW NeonFlex Pro Apex is available in vertical bend and lateral bend configurations with a consistent 16mm x 17mm profile across the line, allowing shared accessories like channels and clips to be used across multiple configurations.
JBL Summit Headlines HARMAN Luxury Audio Showcase at Audio Advice Live 2026
HARMAN Luxury Audio Group returns to Audio Advice Live 2026, the nation’s premier consumer showcase for high-end audio and home entertainment, August 7-9 at the Sheraton Hotel in downtown Raleigh, North Carolina. Inside the HARMAN Luxury Audio listening room, Oak Forest B, four systems each make their own case for what reference-level sound can do: a JBL Summit and Mark Levinson pairing, a JBL Synthesis reference cinema, a Revel and ARCAM two-channel system, and a JBL lifestyle setup.
Inaugural 2026 Coastal Source® Road Tour
Coastal Source, the industry-leading designer and manufacturer of high-performance outdoor audio, luxury outdoor landscape lighting and power solutions engineered to Defy the Elements™, today announced the successful completion of its inaugural 2026 Road Tour, a 41-stop nationwide educational initiative that brought the company’s latest innovations directly to hundreds of dealer partners across the United States.
Neolith’s Efficient, Circular and Responsible Industrial Model
Over the past year, the company has implemented new energy efficiency projects at its production plant to optimize consumption, improve operational performance, and reduce the environmental impact of its activity. Neolith continues to make progress toward its decarbonization targets, aligned with the SBTi initiative, as well as in the implementation of its action plans linked to the Cradle to Cradle standard.
Savant – Exclusive Smart Technology Partner for Salato Pompano Beach and Viceroy Residences Clearwater Beach
Savant, a global leader in smart home and energy solutions, today announced a partnership with U.S. Development to equip residences at the newly completed ultra-luxury oceanfront Salato Pompano Beach, South Florida’s most exclusive new condominium building, and Viceroy Residences Clearwater Beach, with integrated smart living technology designed to elevate comfort, entertainment, convenience, and connectivity. Located at 305 Briny Ave.
The Sea, Cast in Glass: Onda by Zaha Hadid Architects Arrives at Febal Casa Miami
Onda began at Milan Design Week, built on a simple observation: waves carve stone slowly, leaving fine striations behind. ZHA translated that erosion into furniture. Two pieces anchor the collection, and both now sit in full room settings at the Miami showroom. “Onda captures what a Febal Casa home in Miami should feel like,” said Fabio Pitton, CEO of Febal Casa USA. “It brings the sea into the kitchen, inside a complete, customizable home.
WAC Group/AiSPIRE to Introduce Advanced Lighting and Connectivity Technologies at CEDIA Expo 2026
Please visit the WAC Group/AiSPIRE booth #1323 at CEDIA/Commercial Integrator Expo 2026 to see the latest in advanced lighting and connectivity technologies, including our Configuration Tools and Visualizers that enable Integrators to work better, faster, and more efficiently with their clients. New products will also include our Outdoor X-Track and new Colorscaping and Landscape lighting fixtures.
VITAL Offering Free Clarity Sessions at CEDIA Expo
You’ll leave CEDIA fired up. Big ideas. Real conversations. Then you get home. And the business is waiting. VITAL built something to fix that. At CEDIA, the VITAL team is holding a limited number of free 15-minute Clarity Sessions — one constraint identified, one next step defined. Every day of the show, one company wins The 90-Day Big Fix — a high-level, one-on-one coaching engagement to find and remove your one biggest constraint in 90 days.
Designing for Life: Transforming Outdoor Living
Shading systems are an important part of modern outdoor living as they deliver comfort, privacy, and year‑round usability. Two recent Colorado installations demonstrate how FlexShade® ZIP and ZIP XL systems from Draper At Home are meeting that need and reshaping expectations for outdoor living.
L-Acoustics Syva Delivers Concert-Grade Sound to North London Home
For a North London homeowner, it started with a Burna Boy concert. Struck by the sound, he looked into the system behind it, found L-Acoustics, and arrived at a question he couldn’t let go. Could that same experience — physical, immersive, emotionally present — exist in a private home? The answer, he decided, would require two very different rooms, and two completely opposite approaches to the same goal.
The Design Besties and EDspaces Teachers’ Lounge Coming to Columbus, Ohio
A prestigious selection committee of design and education leaders will choose one Title I Columbus school to receive a fully funded, professionally designed teachers’ lounge makeover. The Design Besties (TDB), the national 501(c)(3) nonprofit transforming educator wellness through the power of intentional design, has recently announced an exciting new partnership with EDspaces; the premier conference and community for educational facility design, produced by Emerald X.
THE KEEP RESIDENCE
Photos: Logic Integration | A Logic Integration Case Study There is a particular quality of light in the late afternoon at The Keep, a private enclave south of Denver where the land plateaus and the Front Range spreads across the horizon. The sun drops low and comes through the west-facing glass at an angle that turns the interior warm and golden, and for a moment the house seems to glow from somewhere deep inside itself. It is not an accident. Very little about the light in this home is.
Crestron Home OS Gets a Major Upgrade with New Configure Pro Platform
Crestron Electronics, a global leader in smart home technology, today announced the official release of Configure Pro platform, a professional configuration platform built to help residential dealers design, configure, and deliver Crestron Home® OS projects faster and more consistently.
Screen Innovations Unleashes AI-Powered Support Agent That Never Sleeps
Screen Innovations® (SI) and Shade Innovations®, the Austin-based manufacturer of premium projection screens and window coverings sold through the CEDIA custom integration channel in more than 72 countries, today announced ATEN, an AI-powered support assistant built exclusively for its global network of dealers and installers. Named after the ancient Egyptian sun god whose light reached everyone, everywhere, ATEN was designed to provide instant access to SI expertise—anytime, from anywhere.
Hunter Douglas Expands PowerView Automation Compatibility with Alta Window Fashions
Hunter Douglas, the world’s leading manufacturer of custom window treatments, today announces that Alta Window Fashions motorized shades are now compatible with PowerView Automation, giving custom integrators a more value-conscious option for incorporating automated shading into layered residential projects.
American Lighting Expands Spektrum+ Smart Lighting Platform with Twilight Trim Permanent Under-Eave Lighting
American Lighting, Inc., a leading manufacturer of high-quality lighting innovations for residential, commercial, and specialty projects, announces the launch of Spektrum+ Twilight Trim, a permanent under-eave architectural lighting system designed to deliver year-round exterior illumination with smart RGBW control and a clean, HOA-friendly aesthetic.
Kaleidescape Launches Pioneering Strato K Movie Player
Kaleidescape, provider of the world’s only high-fidelity movie download library, today announced the new flagship Strato K movie player. Strato K plays 8K movies and introduces a new higher fidelity format called 4K Cinematic. “Kaleidescape’s Strato K is the world’s highest-fidelity movie player,” explains Tayloe Stansbury, chairman & CEO of Kaleidescape.
ARCAM Celebrates 50 Years of Audio Design
ARCAM is celebrating 50 years of audio design and manufacturing with the launch of two new products: the A50 Signature integrated amplifier and the CD25 CD player. Both make their global debut at HIGH END Vienna 2026, ahead of availability from authorized dealers from Q3 2026. The A50 Signature sits at the top of ARCAM’s Radia Series amplification and represents its most complete expression yet of its Class G platform.
Technology Designer Magazine Keynote Luncheon
Wednesday, September 2, 2026 | 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. In the wake of a devastating house fire, the homeowners of The Phoenix House saw an opportunity to rebuild. Not just for today, but for a more resilient and sustainable future. Their journey led them to embrace the Integrated Design Process (IDP), bringing together a team of experts to achieve a home that goes beyond energy efficiency. The result?
Buchanan the Builder
Photos: CimaDelMundo Decades ago, after graduating from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo I moved North to San Francisco with the goal of breaking into the advertising world. The foot in the door was internship through the American Association of Ad Agencies which at least was a start—and it covered the rent. One night a couple months into my new life I was surprised to run into a childhood friend and neighbor, Jordan, in a Clement Street pizza restaurant.
Coastal Source Introduces 1000 Series Bollards, Setting a New Standard for Outdoor Audio Performance
Coastal Source, the industry-leading designer and manufacturer of high-performance outdoor audio, lighting, and power solutions, today announced the launch of its highly anticipated 1000 Series Bollards. Building upon the legacy of the company’s renowned 10.0 Bollards, the new 1000 Series delivers a significant advancement in outdoor audio performance through enhanced fidelity, increased power handling, deeper bass response, and unmatched environmental durability.
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