EMEA Technology Meets Design | The Best of Smart Home Style | 2026

EMEA | 2026 EDITION

Meets Design The Best of Smart Home Style

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CONTENTS

Welcome Letter

Cover image: Scandinavian Loft by Aloud

BIID and CODIC Endorsement

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Circadian Wellness in the Smart Home

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The Best of Home Cinema

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Media Room vs Home Cinema: What Every Designer Should Know

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Why Early Contractor Involvement Matters

42 - 43

The Best of Integrated Home

45 - 65

How to Know When Your Client is Asking for an Integrator

66 - 67

The Best of Technology Beyond the Home

69 - 77

Simplifying Your Life with Home Automation

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When Design Meets Technology – A New Era of Collaboration

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Project Categories: Award Winner & Finalist Directory

83 - 93

How to Design for Equipment Racks

94 - 95

Product Index

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THINK BEYOND BEAUTIFUL.

THINK CONNECTED. From key terminology to architectural drawing standards, CEDIA gives you the tools to confidently bring technology into your client conversations.

Scan the QR code to find out how you can make your projects come to life.

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I am excited to introduce the 2026 issue of Technology Meets Design – The Best of Smart Home Style, a publication that celebrates the best and latest expertly designed and integrated smart homes. This edition has been endorsed by BIID and CODIC. Technology Meets Design – The Best of Smart Home Style is more than a display of beautiful homes that have been successful in reaching finalist and winning levels in the CEDIA Smart Home Awards. It applauds the collaborative achievement between smart home professionals and their partner trades, reinforcing that excellence is measured by both the finished experience and the journey it takes to get there.

As we present this year’s edition of Technology Meets Design – The Best of Professional Smart Home Style, we’re excited to spotlight the dynamic progress and fresh initiatives that continue to highlight how the smart home industry and design build profession are intertwined.

We have curated the content to resonate especially with you, our valued colleagues in the design, architecture and homebuilder community. We believe these pages will inspire, inform, and strengthen your understanding of the CEDIA channel and demonstrate the tangible benefits that come from collaborating with a smart home professional.

The message is simple: when you partner with a CEDIA member, you’re not just enhancing your projects, you’re ensuring highly satisfied clients and exceptional outcomes.

Thank you for your continued engagement and for being part of a community dedicated to pushing boundaries and creating remarkable living spaces.

Warm regards,

Daryl Friedman Global President & CEO, CEDIA

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CEDIA Smart Home Awards The CEDIA Smart Home Awards celebrates outstanding innovation and excellence in smart living environments.

Run by CEDIA, the programme acknowledges the leading projects, individuals, products, and solutions that are shaping the future of connected homes and intelligent design.

From home security and automated solutions to home cinemas and entertainment spaces, the CEDIA Smart Home Awards projects provide inspiration for the level of technology integration that consumers want in their properties.

The awards offer design build professionals valuable insights into the evolving landscape of smart technologies and their impact on residential spaces. The recognition given through these awards highlights the latest advancements, best practices, and trailblazers in the field, providing inspiration for those working at the intersection of design and technology.

We encourage interior designers and architects to follow the results of this programme as a resource for understanding key trends, influential projects, and market leaders driving progress in the smart home sector.

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About CEDIA CEDIA® is the Association for Smart Home Professionals™. Established in 1989, CEDIA is dedicated to advocacy, connection, and education, and fosters a thriving community as the home for smart home professionals.

Globally, CEDIA advances the rights of technology integrators by working with governmental bodies; gathers industry professionals and allied tradespeople for learning and networking; and creates trainings, standards, and certifications to ensure the continued growth of the smart home industry. CEDIA co-owns Integrated Systems Europe, the world’s largest AV and systems integration exhibition, and founded CEDIA Expo, the world’s largest residential technology show. Today, a community of over 30,000 CEDIA members from more than 80 countries deliver smart home technology solutions that enrich homeowners’ lives.

Learn more about CEDIA at cedia.org.

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The partnership between the British Institute of Interior Design (BIID) and CEDIA has grown from strength to strength, reflecting the evolving landscape where interior design and integrated technology are inseparable. Over the past years, our two bodies have worked closely to bridge the gap between creative vision and technical innovation, empowering designers and integrators to deliver truly exceptional spaces.

As BIID Past President Dean Keyworth notes in his recent book, New Luxury, “When I am working with clients who want to incorporate smart home features, my two major concerns are, firstly, that the technology fits discreetly into the scheme, and secondly, that the controls are easy to use, making life easier, not more complicated. The key to a successful Smart Home, which improves the day-to-day lives of the occupants and looks beautiful, is for the interior designer and technology integrator to start working together as soon as possible in the project timeline.”

This kind of collaboration is more important than ever. As clients expect more from their homes - comfort, entertainment, flexibility, safety, and well-being - the opportunities for our two sectors to form meaningful partnerships are only growing. By working together from the earliest stages of a project, designers and integrators can unlock new creative possibilities and ensure that technology enhances rather than detracts from the design intent.

The BIID and CEDIA are committed to supporting our members on this journey. We encourage all professionals to make the most of our shared resources, training, and networking opportunities. Together, we can set new standards for excellence in design and technology integration.

We are proud to endorse this publication, which celebrates the best of both worlds and inspires our communities to keep pushing boundaries together.

Katherine Elworthy COO, BIID

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CODIC, Col·legi de Dissenyadors d’Interiors i Decoradors de Catalunya, is an influential association in Catalonia dedicated to promoting excellence, innovation, and creativity in interior design. In recent years, our organisation has recognised the growing importance of integrated technology in both residential spaces, which is where our relationship with CEDIA has stemmed from.

Our collaboration with CEDIA and support for ISE reflect CODIC’s commitment to advancing the dialogue between design and technology. By actively encouraging our members to attend ISE and spotlighting CEDIA’s expertise, we have helped expand awareness of how smart solutions can enhance the qualities we value most, including comfort, aesthetics, and functionality. Many CODIC members have discovered new possibilities by engaging with CEDIA’s community, harnessing the latest in home automation, AV systems, and intelligent lighting to refine their projects and deliver more to their clients.

The role CODIC plays in this evolving landscape is to act as a bridge: connecting creative professionals with the technical insights and collaborative opportunities offered by CEDIA. The crosspollination between our communities allows designers to stay ahead of trends and ensures that technology integration always serves and elevates design intent.

We are proud to champion the partnership with CEDIA – which includes endorsing this publication – and to celebrate the creative potential that emerges when great design and leading technology come together. We invite our community to keep exploring, collaborating, and setting new standards with CEDIA members.

Sandra Guiu Ribera Vice-Dean, CODIC

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What Is Circadian Wellness?

Circadian wellness refers to aligning your body’s internal clock (known as your circadian rhythm) with your daily routine (such as when you go to sleep).

Light plays a crucial role in regulating your circadian rhythm. Being exposed to excessive artificial light (whether through a screen or a room’s lighting) can disrupt your body’s natural rhythm, which can then negatively impact your sleep, mood and overall health.

How Lighting Affects Circadian Rhythms Lighting affects your circadian rhythm because your body recognises different light intensities and colours as signals for when you should wake, focus, relax and sleep.

For a regulated circadian rhythm, we want to see certain levels of light at particular times of day. Optimum lighting exposure would be: •

Morning: Bright, blue-toned light to help promote wakefulness.

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Afternoon: Natural light to sustain energy levels.

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Evening: Warmer, dimmer tones that signal to the brain that it’s time to prepare for sleep.

Imagine the world before electricity. You naturally learnt

Circadian Wellness in The Smart Home

to wake as the sun rose and would head to sleep as the night drew in. Nowadays, the existence of artificial light can disrupt our circadian rhythms because we’re seeing light at the wrong time of day. Circadian rhythm lights can combat the disruption and ensure that we’re being exposed to the right levels of the right type of light at the right time.

Did you know that smart home technology can impact your general wellbeing?

What Is Circadian Lighting?

Circadian lighting is artificial lighting (i.e. smart bulbs, tunable white lights, dynamic LED panels) that mimics natural patterns of daylight. It’s designed to support your internal circadian rhythm by changing colour temperature

We explain how you can use smart tech to help regulate your body’s circadian rhythm – your natural sleepwake cycle, which is important to your overall health.

and intensity throughout the day.

How Smart Homes Enable Circadian Wellness You can programme your home’s smart lighting to follow schedules that align with your circadian rhythm.

For example, you can create a routine where your lights will gradually fade in bright, blue-toned light to help you wake up.

Potential benefits of improving your circadian health include:

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Greater sleep quality

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Better focus during the day

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Enhanced mood and energy levels

Examples of Circadian Rhythm Light Solutions

Whole-home Lighting Systems As with many types of smart technology, it’s

Why Use a Professional Integrator for Circadian Lighting?

Several types of smart home technology can

generally more effective when you use it across

While you can buy smart light bulbs and sunrise

promote circadian wellness, including:

your entire home, rather than in just one area.

alarm clocks off the shelf, you should consider

Tunable Smart Bulbs

Even if the bedroom is the most crucial area,

system. A CEDIA-certified integrator will help you

You can programme smart bulbs to shift from cool

you’ll get the most out of your smart lighting by

get the most out of your smart home technology

to warm white light to replicate natural daylight

connecting it to home-wide set-ups. If you go

and check that every element works together.

patterns. Your bulbs can be bright and blue-toned

for a professional-grade system, you’ll be able to

when you need to wake up, and warmer and

explore full-spectrum lighting that’s connected

A Smart Home Professional will ensure:

dimmer when it’s bedtime.

to other technology and tailored to you. For

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hiring a professional if you want an integrated

example, you can have a system that dims your home’s lights at the same time as cooling it.

Automated Blinds and Shades You can time your blinds to automatically open and close with the sun to reinforce circadian

Circadian Wellness Beyond Lighting

alignment.

For the biggest impact, you can use smart lighting

centralised, seamless control •

rounded approach to circadian wellness.

Integration across lighting, audio, blinds and heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC)

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Custom schedules and automation that match your lifestyle

with additional smart technology for a wellIf the hours of natural light don’t align with the

Home-wide circadian lighting with

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Systems that automatically adapt as seasons change

wake-up and wind-down times you need to suit your lifestyle, you can combine blackout blinds

Some other types of smart home technology that

with smart lighting. The blackout blinds can

you can use include:

By investing in a professional installation, you’ll

keep the sun out to give you more rest, while

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Temperature automation: Keeping your home

have the reassurance that your circadian rhythm

cooler at night can encourage better sleep.

light technology will work exactly as you want.

smart lighting mimics the gentle wakening of natural light.

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Soundscapes: Programme your smart speakers or voice assistant to automatically

Sunrise Alarm Clocks

play audio cues that help you start or wind

Swap your traditional noise-making alarm for

down the day.

one that emits lights to aid a gradual morning wake-up. You can use a sunrise alarm clock

By combining different types of smart tech to

as a standalone device even if you don’t have

get the right light level, room temperature and

smart lighting.

atmosphere, you’ll benefit from a multi-sensory environment that supports your natural rhythm.

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Technology Meets Design

The best of

Home Cinema

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Media Room vs Home Cinema: What Every Designer Should Know Designing for entertainment in a home comes down to intention. Should the space serve as a dedicated cinematic escape, or as a flexible hub for everyday living?

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hen homeowners

successfully conceal loudspeakers, acoustic

treatments, the performance level your clients

speak about creating

treatments, and other equipment. Just how

want, chosen together with your smart home

a space for entertain-

much space we need depends on our perfor-

professional, and the number of listeners.

ment, two terms often

mance goals for each client and their room.

Speakers themselves should be entirely concealed or barely noticeable, to minimise

surface: home cinema

and media room. While they are sometimes

Home Cinema

used interchangeably, they carry distinct

A home cinema is a room with a singular focus.

meanings that can shape the design process

Its purpose is to replicate the feeling of being

From a design perspective, this space is

and the overall experience for the client. For

in a commercial cinema, but within a private

defined by control: light is minimised; colour

designers of a living space, understanding

residence. The design is dedicated exclusively

palettes lean towards darker to reduce

these differences from a non-technical

to film and television viewing, often centred

reflections, the finishing textures considered

perspective is crucial.

around a large projection screen or direct display

as shiny surfaces can impede on the visual

and supported by immersive surround sound.

experience, and seating is oriented in fixed

visual distraction.

rows for the best possible viewing angle. In

In both styles, it is critical to allow space around the perimeter of the room between

The sound system should be tailored

short, the architecture and furnishings are

the structural walls and the walls you see to

appropriately to the space using acoustic

shaped by the cinematic experience.

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Media Room Alternatively, a media room is more flexible in function.

Rather than existing purely for films, it is a multipurpose Families may use it to watch television, play video games, stream music, or host casual gatherings. While the technology may still include surround sound and a large screen, the layout is less rigid.

Credit: Denote

space that adapts to different forms of entertainment.

Designers might prioritise comfort and versatility over cinematic precision, opting for sectional sofas, natural light, and décor that blends with the rest of the home.

A media room is often an extension of everyday living, not a sealed-off environment.

For interior designers, the key is to recognise the lifestyle and expectations of the client. A home cinema requires a controlled environment and dedicated furnishings, whereas a media room prioritises adaptability and integration with broader interior schemes. Neither is inherently better than the other. The distinction lies in intent: is the goal to replicate cinema at home, or to create a social hub that embraces entertainment as part of daily life?

Ultimately, whether shaping a hushed, immersive cinema or a lively, multifunctional media space, the designer’s role is to ensure technology feels harmonious with form, function, and atmosphere.

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Beside the Seaside CinemaWorks

A traditional-style home cinema brings rich, immersive audio and understated drama to a seaside Victorian home, balancing budget, performance, and architectural charm with engineering precision.

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hen Steve and Jan traded the

warrant a proper cinema layout but also presented

room’s traditional styling, which was made possible

pace of Surrey for the serenity

challenges. A rear projection and equipment closet

by a flexible yet refined Rako lighting system, all tied

of the South Coast of the United

was introduced to shorten the space and avoid

together through Savant control. The lighting was

Kingdom, their newly acquired

acoustic unpredictability. The room was then

programmed around real-life usage — low light for

Victorian home came with a peculiar 1950s side

engineered to accommodate a 16-channel Klipsch

watching, mid-brightness for casual multitasking, and

extension, long abandoned from its original purpose

and Emotiva system, prioritising speaker quality

full scenes for cleaning or guests.

as a swimming pool. Instead of demolishing it, the

and placement over channel count. Every enclosure

couple opted to transform the space into something

was custom-built to manufacturer specifications

including reduced ceiling height and unexpected door

Steve had always wanted but never had room for — a

and toed in precisely, concealed behind acoustically

placements, the integrator adapted the riser design

dedicated home cinema.

transparent navy wall fabric.

and speaker locations to maintain performance

CinemaWorks was engaged following a series of

A Sony XW7000 projector was selected following

Despite late-stage construction challenges,

without compromising comfort or symmetry. Post-

Zoom consultations during lockdown. The technical

a side-by-side demo against its lower-spec

installation, system calibration included manual

conversations quickly outpaced competitors. Steve, a

counterpart, with the final image scaled to 3.5m

sub phase tuning and time alignment using Room

retired electrical engineer who is still hands-on in his

width to meet desired brightness levels. The 16:9

EQ Wizard to refine the spatial accuracy and tonal

70s, gravitated toward the integrator’s engineering-

screen was a deliberate choice, favouring Steve’s

balance.

led approach: speaker toe-in angles, RP22 sound

passion for Formula 1 and sports content over the

pressure targets, and acoustical consistency across

allure of a wider cinematic aspect ratio.

This isn’t just a cinema that looks the part. It’s a room that performs beautifully, where engineering

Atmos speakers were installed within a double

met enjoyment, and where thoughtful design has

grew into a collaborative design process, where

coffer ceiling, and LED lighting was subtly integrated

given Steve and Jan more than they ever expected.

performance was balanced with cost sensitivity.

using bevelled-edge wall panels and scalloped

seating rows were all discussed in depth. That trust

At 6.4m x 5.8m, the room was large enough to

downlights. Jan’s aesthetic preferences steered the

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Beside the Seaside CinemaWorks

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In balancing precision with restraint, this cinema achieves something rare — immersive performance without visual intrusion.

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Hi-Concept

Blockbuster Barn A dilapidated French barn becomes a spectacular seven-seat home cinema with a nostalgic twist, crafted with Control4 automation and acoustic precision by Hi-Concept.

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ucked among the fields of rural France, a once-

absorption and bass traps, supporting precise audio

forgotten agricultural barn now conceals one of

calibration via Dirac Live. Every seat in the room experiences

the most characterful home cinemas imaginable.

clean imaging, deep impact, and dynamic surround.

What began as a dream sketched in the margins

Video performance received the same level of care. A

of a film buff’s imagination has been realised through the

native 4K HDR projector and micro-perforated screen

technical craft and creative flexibility of French integrator,

were calibrated to exacting SMPTE standards, with careful

Hi-Concept. This is not just a smart room for watching

consideration given to viewing angles and riser height.

movies; it is a cinematic sanctuary shaped by nostalgia,

Even after the client requested a mid-project adjustment

immersive technology, and years of planning.

to lighting zones, the team responded swiftly — opening

The client, a collector of classic cars and retro memorabilia,

sealed walls, rerouting cable paths, and reprogramming the

had long envisioned turning his disused barn into an

Control4 automation system without compromising finish or

entertainment complex. At its centre would be a private

schedule.

cinema that didn’t just perform well, but reflected his

But it’s the emotional quality of the project that leaves

love of vintage arcades, jukeboxes, and the golden age of

the strongest impression. From foosball tables to pinball

Hollywood. From the outset, the brief was bold. Four themed

machines in the adjoining lounge, every design choice is a

zones would eventually occupy the space — cinema, lounge,

nod to the client’s personality. The Control4 interface ties it

bar, and car garage — but the first priority was a seven-seat

all together, allowing seamless transitions between ‘cinema

cinema that would feel as personal as it was powerful.

mode’ and more playful, social scenes.

Hi-Concept delivered a room that walks the line between

There are more advanced cinemas out there. But few feel

spectacle and subtlety. A 5.2.4 Dolby Atmos configuration

this honest. Few carry such a strong sense of character. And

ensures full vertical immersion without overpowering

few offer such a vivid reminder that great design doesn’t

rear seating, while LCR speakers are hidden behind an

begin with equipment specs; it starts with a story worth

acoustically transparent screen. The acoustic treatment was

telling.

equally purposeful. LED-lit wall panels conceal broadband

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Every detail, from lighting to acoustics, was crafted to reflect the client’s passion for film.

Blockbuster Barn Hi-Concept

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Best Home Cinema Level II – Winner Technology Meets Design – Winner Excellence In Lighting – Finalist

Buzzards Road Home Cinema An early concept was flipped to deliver this stunning UK cinema, with Dolby Atmos, intuitive control, and luxury finishes layered over an expertly engineered acoustic design.

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he rolling countryside of the United Kingdom

long-standing issues in seating geometry and acoustics,

may feel a world away from the glitz of a

while a decision to relocate the gym screen altogether freed

film premiere, but within this newly built

the cinema to operate as a dedicated, immersive space.

residence, a cinematic marvel is quietly

APM Design & Build and the AV team to layer bespoke

a space where a gym and cinema could coexist through

elements — including a stone-finished bar, CNC-cut wall

a shared display, the Buzzards Road Home Cinema

panelling, and bronze accents — over a performance-driven

underwent a transformative reimagining at the hands

framework. Technology remains discreet: speakers are

of integrator, IndigoZest and cinema designer, Cinema

hidden behind stretched fabric, the projector is concealed

Luxe. What began as a technically challenging vision soon

above the door, and HVAC is whisper-quiet thanks to a

evolved into something far more refined, thanks to a

custom-built baffle wall solution.

client willing to rethink expectations and a team ready to challenge assumptions.

The shift from a commercial LED screen to a properly

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Interior designer, Sinead Kelly Herbert worked alongside

redefining home entertainment. Originally envisioned as

Integrated control brings it all together. From family movie nights to Newcastle United games broadcast throughout the house, the system is both intuitive and deeply personal.

calibrated 4K projection system not only elevated the room’s

This award-winning space balances elegance with impact,

visual impact, but enabled a full 9.4.4 Dolby Atmos speaker

delivering blockbuster entertainment without compromising

layout. Careful reorientation of the room layout resolved

a single design detail.

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Buzzards Road Home Cinema IndigoZest Ltd & Cinema Luxe

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The reorientation of the room completely unlocked its potential for both performance and comfort.

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Best Home Cinema Level II – Finalist

Basement Luxury Cinema A dramatic basement transformation in Wembley pairs opulent interior design with a precision-engineered 15-channel home cinema system, fine-tuned to satisfy a discerning cinephile’s dream.

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ucked beneath a large family home in Wembley,

reworking the risers and embedding a Wisdom Audio system

United Kingdom, this once-unassuming

with 15 channels and four subwoofers into tight cavity

basement playroom has been radically

spaces, achieving both elegance and exceptional sound

reimagined. The client, inspired by a visit to a

pressure uniformity.

friend’s 14.6.1 Dolby Atmos setup in the United States, had

Trinnov’s processing and calibration delivered sonic

one ambition: to recreate a cinematic experience that thrilled

performance tailored to the client’s exact taste, including

in every sense, and looked just as impressive.

three preset sound curves for different moods. A JVC NZ9

With design groundwork already laid by Interieur London,

image quality, with a 4-metre CBS acoustically transparent

technical expertise. Winning the project was no small feat;

screen and high-gain fabric ensuring brightness held up in

the homeowner opened a four-way tender, including their

complete darkness.

existing smart home integrator. Ultimately, it was Finite

London, and the client’s existing Control4 and Lutron

mood boards, and demo-driven reassurance that secured

integrators ensured smooth integration of HVAC, lighting,

their place.

and control. Every detail, down to a custom fabric-matched

insisted on a walkway behind the back row to mimic the

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Close collaboration between Finite Solutions, Interieur

Solutions’ commitment to high-detail pre-sale modelling,

Adapting the existing layout proved complex. The client

Finite Solutions

projector was chosen over higher-lumen models for its

integrator, Finite Solutions, was brought in for their

keypad, was considered.

This was a project of deliberate compromises and focussed

ambience of commercial cinemas, which meant seating was

intentions, crafted for someone who knew exactly what

pushed forward, forcing compromises in viewing angles. But

they wanted — and didn’t mind breaking a few rules to get it.

Finite Solutions worked within these limitations, carefully

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Basement Luxury Cinema Finite Solutions

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Best Home Cinema Level III – Winner Excellence in Lighting – Finalist

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Flotopia

Die Zwei – Heimkino GmbH

A home cinema in Austria’s alpine countryside is reimagined with cutting-edge audio, immersive video, and tactile design, delivering warmth, comfort, and reference-grade performance.

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he Austrian Alps offer a kind of silence that

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almost demands contrast. For one dedicated

processor, 24-channel layout and WaveForming subwoofer

cinephile, that contrast came in the form of a

system power the audio landscape. Meanwhile, a Sony

private cinema — a renovation project that ele-

GTZ-380 projector beams native 4K HDR imagery onto a

vated a low-ceilinged, modest DIY room into an acoustically

4.2-metre cinemascope screen with automated masking.

pristine, emotionally engaging space. Integrator, Die Zwei

Every cable, bracket, and ventilation path was deliberated

– Heimkino answered the brief with a design-first, perfor-

in CAD and tested in VR.

mance-driven approach that leaned on the client’s own

Lighting and ventilation are automated through Crestron,

soundproofing business and a shared respect for detail.

with a large wall-mounted panel offering full user control.

Two early challenges — the confined space and low

A discreet bar tucked into an old chimney recess encourag-

ceiling — were overcome not just with technical ingenuity

es socialising before and after screenings, adding texture

but with aesthetic commitment. A structural ‘pit’ at the

to the room’s function and narrative.

front now houses the reference viewing seat, enhancing

Ultimately, this is a space that feels sculpted rather

sightlines while becoming a visual centrepiece. It’s paired

than built. One where the client’s passions — film, sound,

with a dark walnut interior palette, soft fabric panels, and

family — are honoured through seamless technology and

a concealed audio infrastructure that delivers unrelenting

tactile comfort.

power without disrupting the warmth of the room.

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The client describes this room as his favourite in the house, despite three levels of entertainment space elsewhere.

Flotopia Die Zwei – Heimkino GmbH

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KNEKTD Ltd

Cinema Genius in Geneva An 1820s Swiss cellar is transformed into a heritage-protected private cinema, where high-performance AV and acoustic precision redefine immersion without touching a single structural wall.

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reating a cinematic masterpiece inside a heritage-listed Swiss cellar is no small feat. The Geneva home in question, dating back to the 1820s, presented KNEKTD with both a technical and architectural challenge: how to deliver an uncompromising AV experience within a

centuries-old, masonry-built basement that couldn’t be structurally altered.

The client, already familiar with KNEKTD’s work from a previous London residence, returned with a clear ambition — one rooted in immersion, clarity, and refinement. While the room’s dimensions and materials were set in stone, the integrator saw an opportunity to build precision into the surfaces themselves.

The team designed new wall, floor, and ceiling frameworks from scratch to tame reverberation and house high-performance hardware. A faceted ceiling was introduced to navigate the curves, balancing form and function without encroaching on the building’s historic envelope.

Audio was central to the brief. With Wisdom Audio’s Sage series forming the backbone of a 9.4.4 Dolby Atmos system, the team worked closely with the manufacturer to ensure no speaker was over- or underperforming for the space. Calibration and acoustic treatment — sourced through CinemaTech and Cinemabuild — were mapped with forensic attention to detail.

A JVC NZ900 projector, Screen Research cinemascope display and Kaleidescape system with MadVR processing created the visual counterpart, with ambient light eliminated thanks to the client’s decision to seal the room’s only window. Video calibration was executed by Dr Julian Scott, ensuring the projected image matched the meticulousness of the audio.

Control4 serves as the system’s intuitive command centre, while Lutron RA2 lighting and Wattbox power management bring daily ease to the technical complexity.

For a client immersed in the latest tech, this was less about flash and more about fidelity. Every component serves a purpose. Every compromise was avoided.

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Best Home Cinema Level IV – Winner Excellence in Support & Maintenance – Winner Excellence in Documentation – Finalist Excellence in Lighting – Finalist

RR Cinema MCBEE

A superhero-inspired home cinema comes to life in India, merging tactile technology, theatrical design, and immersive audio-visual precision.

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hen the client approached MCBEE with his vision, it wasn’t just about technology. It was about character. The brief was to create a Marvel-inspired sanctuary — part man cave, part theatre — capable of hosting family and friends while offering

a cinematic experience that rivalled commercial-grade cinemas. Situated in the basement of a pre-built home, the project came with unique spatial constraints and high-performance expectations.

To deliver, MCBEE took control of every phase, including civil work, interior design, and technical integration. With ceiling height limited and seating for 15 required, the team excavated the floor to form three distinct rows, preserving comfort and optimal sightlines. Two immovable structural columns were cleverly absorbed into the third tier’s stepped platform, creating cohesion rather than compromise.

A fully integrated 9.4.6 Dolby Atmos system was calibrated around Wisdom Audio’s line-source speakers and four subwoofers, paired with Trinnov’s room correction to ensure spatial precision. Each custom recliner includes Crowson motion actuators that translate low frequencies into body-felt sensations, deepening the emotional impact of every scene. Even cleaning was considered, with a one-touch ‘maintenance mode’ that reclines all seats simultaneously.

Lighting and automation were equally refined. A Lutron-controlled fibre optic ceiling, pixel lighting, and cove illumination transform the space from ‘Movie Night’ to ‘Music Mode’ or ‘Intermission’. HVAC challenges were addressed through a fresh-air system and CNC-machined MDF grills, designed to eliminate noise and condensation while harmonising visually with the interior.

The centrepiece, however, is the glass-enclosed rack room. Lit to match the cinema’s ambience, and revealed via a motorised panel, it transforms infrastructure into theatre. From MadVR’s non-linear stretch technology to an AV Pro switching system, every detail was curated for performance without complexity.

A VR walkthrough offered the client complete visualisation of the space before construction began, ensuring no surprises. Every design decision was approved in advance, which allowed the team to proceed without modification or delay.

The result is not just a high-performance AV installation. It’s a space that reflects the client’s imagination, executed with discipline and flair.

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Why Early Contractor Involvement Matters in Smart Home Projects Inviting a smart home professional into the design conversation from the beginning of a project, can mean the difference between seamless living and costly compromises.

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n residential projects, the design stage is where the DNA of a home is set. Architects sketch out proportions, interior designers shape the material palette, and builders prepare the path to delivery. Yet when it

comes to technology integration, many projects still treat it as an afterthought. The result is often compromised design, added costs, and systems that fall short of client expectations.

Early contractor involvement (ECI) places the smart home professional at the table from the outset. This ensures that lighting control, audiovisual systems, security, shading, networking, and environmental controls are woven seamlessly into the architecture rather than forced in later.

An integrator’s role is not simply about recommending products but aligning technology with the way a client will use their home, all while protecting the architect’s and designer’s vision.

One of the most overlooked aspects of smart homes is the infrastructure. Cable runs, ventilation for racks, equipment access, and power provision must be planned into the fabric of the build. Without the integrator’s input, critical pathways may be blocked by structural beams, ceiling coffers or cabinetry. Retrofitting these later often means ripping open walls, incurring unnecessary costs and risking delays.

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There are also aesthetic consequences. Without early coordination, homeowners may end up with visible switches where a flush, discreet solution could have been used.

Loudspeakers might clash with carefully chosen finishes if cut-outs are decided after installation. Even the placement of lighting fittings and shading pockets needs technology input to ensure control systems operate as intended.

From a performance perspective, poor planning can compromise acoustic treatments, ventilation, and sightlines in media rooms or home cinemas. A system that looks impressive on paper may underperform simply because critical design decisions were made before the integrator’s involvement.

By contrast, when integrators collaborate with architects, designers and the build community early. The result is a home where technology enhances rather than interrupts the design, and where the client enjoys intuitive control without compromise.

In today’s market, homeowners expect both style and substance. Engaging a smart home professional early is the surest way to deliver both, ensuring the finished home is as intelligent as it is beautiful.

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n coastal Kenya, where humidity and salt air shape both design and durability, this home’s transformation into a smart, secure retreat demanded more than just robust hardware. The homeowner wanted

simplicity, elegance, and a user experience that matched the architectural ambition of the residence itself. The

A luxury residence in Mombasa is reimagined as a seamlessly connected sanctuary, where lighting, privacy, entertainment, and security are all unified under one intuitive smart home interface.

team at Audio Visual Control Systems delivered a system where every element of comfort and convenience could be controlled from anywhere in the world.

This was not a retrofit of convenience; it was a considered orchestration of subsystems into a coherent whole. Lighting automation and motorised curtains were configured with scene control, giving the client the ability to shift ambience with a single touch. A multi-room AV system brings high-fidelity audio and centralised 4K video to key zones, yet disappears into the fabric of the building. Security was another priority. A CCTV system with networked video recording, an AJAX smart alarm with motion and environmental sensors, and a VPN-enabled network backbone gave the client confidence that safety wouldn’t be compromised, even remotely.

The scale of integration required a dedicated AV control room and automation cabinet, both heat- and powermanaged to withstand Mombasa’s unforgiving climate.

Careful planning during construction ensured that networking infrastructure, air conditioning, and power stability were all addressed before fit-off, avoiding costly reworks. Close coordination with civil and interior teams maintained the visual integrity of the design.

This is a home that doesn’t just respond to its environment; it anticipates the needs of its occupants.

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Casa Bodhi

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An architect’s own home in India becomes a study in discretion, elegance, and deeply personal smart living, thanks to a long-standing collaboration with Beyond Alliance.

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n a leafy part of India, where modern apartments

the retractable screen and Dolby Atmos surround in the

often double as showrooms for personal expression,

living room, to the geofenced climate settings in the

architect, Padmini Pandey turned the lens inward.

master suite.

Her 1500-square-foot residence wasn’t just another

Importantly, each resident had a different interface.

project. It was a deeply personal one, built not for a client,

The architect toggled scenes and schedules from her

but for herself, her elderly mother, their dog, and the

Apple Watch or iPhone. Her mother used simplified

rhythms of daily life. The technology had to do more than

keypads at accessible heights. The home’s staff had

work. It had to listen.

restricted control — lights, fans, and curtains only in

Beyond Alliance, with whom Pandey had partnered

common areas.

many times before, was given a rare gift: full creative

Where most homes chase features, this one was

trust. The brief was clear — “I want my home to feel

driven by feeling. The lighting followed the time of day.

alive!” — but the boundaries were firm. A budget of

The footlights anticipated movement. Music shifted

₹35–40 lakh. No visible technology. No floor-standing

from walk-in wardrobe to bar lounge without a second

gear. And nothing too delicate for a dog’s curiosity.

thought. Even the access system responded with

Control across lighting, climate, AV, access, and Apple HomeKit was delivered through a custom Crestron system, powered by a compact DIN-AP4 processor to

personalised greetings based on facial recognition.

Nothing interrupted the calm. And that, perhaps, is what makes this home truly smart.

conserve space. Every room had a clear purpose, from

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Excellence in Lighting – Winner Best Integrated Home Level II – Finalist

IndigoZest Ltd

Buzzards Road Project A wellness retreat within a Georgian property evolves into a fully connected smart estate, with technology seamlessly bridging the gap between new luxury and traditional charm.

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he original house had no integrated technology.

The cinema, designed in collaboration with Cinema Luxe,

Not even structured cabling. Yet the client’s

featured a 9.4.4 Dolby Atmos loudspeaker configuration

vision for the Buzzards Road extension was

and high-lumen 4K projection. The entire room was

far from modest. They imagined a wellness

acoustically treated and finished with concealed speakers

sanctuary complete with pool, sauna, gym, treatment room,

and equipment. Elsewhere, the AV system spans the pool,

and guest suite, tied together by a world-class cinema.

sauna and gym zones. Mirror TVs and invisible speakers were

But this wasn’t to be a separate pavilion. They wanted the

chosen to keep visual clutter low.

extension and original home to function as one.

IndigoZest delivered on that ambition by centring the

Environmental challenges — such as heat, moisture, and thick walls — were met with considered engineering.

project around a single control platform, which not only

Touchscreens and access points were strategically placed to

unified every zone of the new addition, but also retrofitted

retain visual calm and deliver reliable performance.

functionality across the old house. Rather than compromise

Interior designer Sinead Kelly Herbert, builder APM,

the architecture, the system became an enabler of form.

lighting specialists at Plum and cinema design experts all

Lighting control, for example, was centralised across the

contributed to a seamless result. For the client, technology

extension and futureproofed within the main house. Every

has gone from being a necessary evil to something they now

keypad was matched across both areas, disguising the fact

find indispensable.

that the systems differed behind the scenes.

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Even in high-humidity zones, the technology performs flawlessly without disrupting the design.

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Best Integrated Home Level II – Winner Excellence in Lighting – Highly Commended Excellence in Documentation – Finalist Excellence in Support & Maintenance – Finalist

In central Stockholm, a compact loft was transformed into a discreetly intelligent home, blending Crestron-powered simplicity with a Scandinavian vision of peace, privacy, and precision.

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erched above the leafy boulevards of Östermalm,

a black roof and expansive glazing, the loft was prone to

Stockholm’s most stately district, this retired

overheating during Sweden’s long summer days. The clients,

couple’s loft redefines the idea of a smart home.

adamantly against air conditioning due to its ambient noise,

Compact yet calm, technically rich yet visually

requested an alternative solution. Aloud’s team implemented

restrained, the residence reflects a clear design principle:

a passive ventilation strategy, controlled via KNX and sensors

technology should serve, not speak.

embedded behind Meljac keypads. The system ensures

The owners, a worldly couple in their seventies, sought more than modern convenience. They wanted a quiet

airflow remains silent, smart, and responsive.

Driver walls were scattered throughout the loft to

space that felt like an extension of nature, where light and

distribute heat loads and avoid overburdening any one space.

materials worked in harmony and where every function

These components were mounted on pull-out rails and

enhanced, rather than interrupted, their daily rhythm.

neatly concealed within joinery, developed in coordination

Working closely with Rex Arkitektbyrå, the team at Aloud

with the architect to preserve both access and aesthetics.

was invited to embed intelligent control systems into this

Lighting throughout was carefully programmed around the

intimate penthouse without compromising its Scandinavian

body’s natural circadian rhythm, offering gentle wake-up

sensibility.

sequences in lieu of alarm clocks, and supporting long, dim

Crestron was selected as the primary control platform for its ability to unify diverse systems — including lighting,

winter days with warm, even glows.

A standout feature is the delivery access system, designed

shading, climate, security, audio, and video — into one

to allow packages to be received securely while the owners

elegant user interface. Functionality was paramount, but

are away. Via the Crestron app, they can disarm the alarm,

visual discretion was the guiding rule. Invisible speakers

unlock the door, and monitor deliveries in real-time, aided by

were embedded in ceilings, their grilles custom-painted

hidden hallway cameras.

to match the walls. Cameras were discreetly placed and

In the studio, where the couple reads, listens to music, and

colour-matched to their surfaces. Even the subwoofer was

watches TV, a custom-built bookshelf houses the display and

hidden behind cabinetry, with only a slim grille hinting at its

soundbar while concealing acoustic treatment. It is here that

presence.

the home’s layered sophistication is most evident—quiet,

A significant challenge was the heat management. With

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They wanted a sanctuary, not a showroom. Every system had to serve daily life without making noise or demanding attention.

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Fitzroy Square Mosaic Audio & Visual Ltd

Mosaic Audio & Visual Ltd and James Gorst Architects discreetly modernised a Georgian townhouse in London’s Fitzroy Square, uniting heritage design with effortless whole-home automation via KNX control.

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odernising a Grade-I listed Georgian townhouse is never a task for the faint of heart. At Fitzroy Square in London, the stakes were especially high. The home’s heritage

protections required strict architectural sensitivity, while the client’s ambitions called for a comprehensive, intelligent control system that could operate invisibly within the restored structure.

Led by James Gorst Architects, the renovation included extensive refurbishment of both the main residence and adjoining mews, as well as the construction of an underground spa and swimming pool. Technology was to be central to the new living experience, yet invisible in form.

Mosaic Audio & Visual Ltd, the appointed integrator, was engaged early to ensure that the vision for intelligent living would never undermine the home’s historic integrity.

The solution was a full-building KNX automation system, discretely managing subsystems including lighting, HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning), shading, audio, fireplace control, security and access, and a bespoke fire response solution. Over 10 equipment racks were distributed across three key zones, with meticulous zoning designed to simplify both initial commissioning and long-term maintenance.

Keypads and touchscreens were offered up early for architectural review, allowing the design team to select finishes that complemented the historic interior. Solid brass interfaces from Meljac were chosen for their tactile elegance, blending seamlessly into walls finished with centuries-old detailing. In rooms where original ceiling features prevented the installation of in-ceiling speakers, Mosaic Audio & Visual Ltd collaborated closely with the design and M&E teams to develop alternate audio solutions, often deploying surface-mount or free-standing options with equal sonic precision.

In the home office, a motorised mechanism conceals the television entirely when not in use. This subtle inclusion speaks volumes about the philosophy behind the project — technology should support the architecture, not overshadow it.

Security was a high priority. The system includes multilayered detection using presence sensors, window contacts, and a CCTV network. These elements are integrated into the wider control scheme for peace of mind without visual clutter. Each keypad throughout the house was programmed individually, based on the client’s routines and preferences.

At its core, Fitzroy Square is a masterclass in balance. Its systems are sophisticated, responsive and fully connected, yet remain unobtrusive by design. For the client, that translates to effortless control, custom-tailored to their lifestyle. For the building, it ensures its past is respected while its future is assured.

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How to Know When Your Client is Asking for an Integrator

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n today’s residential projects, homeowners increasingly expect their properties to do more than provide shelter. They want spaces that anticipate needs, adapt to

routines and, above all, feel effortless to use. For architects and interior designers, this means learning to recognise the language clients use when they describe what they want their home to achieve.

Technology integration is not about knowing every piece of equipment on the market. Rather, it is about identifying the

Clients often describe lifestyle aspirations in everyday language.

Recognising these cues helps designers know when to involve a smart home professional to ensure technology and architecture align seamlessly.

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key phrases that suggest a professional integrator should be brought into the design conversation.

When a client mentions lighting scenes or expresses interest in dimmable lighting that changes throughout the day, this points to lighting control systems. Similarly, references to climate comfort, zoned heating and cooling, or energy efficiency highlight the need for integration of HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning).

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may be appropriate.

Conversations about gates, cameras, or intercoms usually fall into the realm of security and access control. When clients ask for control from their phone, one remote for everything, or automation that just works, they are describing centralised control platforms.

Other clues appear when they discuss lifestyle aspirations.

Mentions of motorised blinds, glass that adapts to sunlight, or shading that responds automatically point to automated window treatments. Comments about pool control, spa settings, or outdoor entertaining with music and lighting often expand the conversation into exterior living spaces.

Even less obvious remarks, such as wanting the house to wake up gradually, shut itself down at night, or simulate occupancy while travelling, suggest an interest in broader automation. These are moments where design professionals should pause and bring in an integrator who can translate those desires into reliable, easy-to-use systems.

The key lies in listening carefully. Clients may not know the terminology, but their aspirations provide the roadmap. By spotting these phrases and engaging the right expertise early, architects and designers can ensure the home not only looks beautiful but also lives beautifully.

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Project College Care Kent A suite of six smart training environments redefines assisted living education across Kent, giving students real-world insight into how technology can support independence, dignity, and care in the community.

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here is a quiet confidence in the way good

the integrator led with outcomes. Everything in the space

design reshapes the lives of others. For EKC

responds to the lived experience of three personas: a

Group, a further education provider across

person living with dementia, a resident in care, and an

Kent, that meant reimagining how the next

older adult in sheltered housing. This ‘scenario-first’

generation of care workers learn.

As part of a successful Local Skills Improvement Fund bid, EKC Group set out to install immersive, technology-

interfaces, step-by-step scripts, and hands-on training.

A standout feature is the custom-written Control4 driver

aim was twofold: create real-world learning experiences

enabling two-way communication with the connected care

for students and tackle sector-specific skills shortages

platform. This not only alerts carers when something’s

in Health and Social Care. The result is a pioneering set

wrong, but also allows the system to ‘nudge’ the individual

of demonstration suites, each known as an Independent

first, preserving dignity and promoting independence.

integrator, Automated Spaces.

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focus on teaching rather than technology, aided by custom

rich learning environments across six of its campuses. The

Living Smart Space, designed and delivered by smart home

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approach meant Health and Social Care teachers could

Each system was prebuilt in a modular exhibition frame, reducing disruption to the colleges and standardising the

Each suite mimics a living environment fitted with

user experience. From the mmWave fall sensors to the

smart lighting, motorised shading, fall detection, door

quiet cooling fans, every decision was intentional. These

access control, voice assistants, and connected care

are spaces designed to teach care, by first embodying it.

dashboards. But instead of placing the tech at the centre,

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The Control4 interface made complex demonstrations intuitive for teachers and students alike.

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Technology Beyond the Home – Finalist

Georgian London Town House A listed Georgian townhouse in Central London becomes a discreetly intelligent base for business, entertaining and philanthropy, thanks to a harmonious collaboration between Edison Projects, Thomas Croft Architects, and Olivia Outred Studio.

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et within the classical facades of a Georgian

and conferencing system, offering effortless control

into disrepair. Yet, beneath the fading plaster

across meeting spaces, club rooms, and lounges. Lutron

and outdated utilities, the family behind its

HomeWorks QSX managed ambient lighting and shading

ambitious revival saw potential for something more — an

with antique brass toggles that honoured the home’s original

elegant headquarters that could operate as their primary

character. Switchable smart glass enabled flexible privacy,

business office, host clients and events, and support their

while plaster-in speakers from Sonance and Velodyne

philanthropic ventures with quiet efficiency.

allowed for high-performance sound without visual

Working alongside Thomas Croft Architects and Olivia

custom-programmed user interface ensured the space could

modern functionality into a protected period building.

pivot from boardroom to cocktail reception without fuss.

As a final assurance, Edison invited both client and support

untouched, modern systems had to be whisper-quiet, and

staff to immersive demos prior to handover, ensuring the

finishes had to echo the interior’s traditional material palette.

system was intuitive from day one.

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disruption. Wi-Fi zones, VLAN-separated networks, and a

Outred Studio, Edison Projects was tasked with weaving Every detail was considered: original features had to remain

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Crestron formed the backbone of the integrated AV

terrace, this London townhouse had long fallen

and the contractors was essential, particularly given the layers of regulation tied to listed status.

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Technology Beyond the Home – Finalist

The Townhouse Hotel A luxurious boutique hotel in Pakistan redefines the guest experience through deep collaboration between integrator, architect, and interior designer, blending hospitality intelligence with discreet design integration.

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hat began as a vision from a design-

Control4, and GRMS, linked directly to Opera PMS and Salto

savvy young couple has matured into

access control.

one of Pakistan’s most technologically refined boutique hotel experiences. The

Townhouse Hotel is an elegant, guest-focussed property

lights adjust, music begins, curtains open — each detail is

that challenges the notion of what a small-scale hospitality

choreographed to welcome. Bang & Olufsen audio systems

venue can achieve, blending the warmth of home with

and mirror-TVs feel like sculptural elements, while custom-

the polish of a luxury residence. Its design is minimalist

machined brass faceplates and signage echo the hotel’s

and tactile, but beneath the surface lies a powerhouse of

high design narrative. Even web content for in-room touch

seamless integration.

panels was tailored in-house by the integrator to maintain

Synergy Technologies was brought on to engineer a control system that could disappear entirely into the hotel’s

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What sets the Townhouse apart is the depth of integration. Check-in sequences are automated and sensory:

consistency across platforms.

Collaborating closely with KI Design Collaborative and a

finely crafted interiors. The brief was uncompromising:

host of specialist manufacturers, Synergy pushed beyond

intuitive automation, refined aesthetics, and integration

residential norms to build a system of scale, precision, and

across every subsystem. This included lighting, shading,

grace. This is not just smart hospitality. It is hospitality that

HVAC, audio, access control, IPTV, and AV — all orchestrated

feels designed from the inside out.

via a tightly knit network of Lutron HomeWorks QSX,

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Smart Home Routines: Simplifying Your Life with Home Automation Smart home routines can make your life easier. By combining smart home technology with automation, you maximise convenience.

What Are Smart Home Routines?

Smart home routines are the series of automated actions that smart technologies carry out. Want your smart lights to turn off when you leave the room? That’s a smart home routine.

In this guide, we’ll explain what home automation routines are and how to use them to simplify your life. Plus, we’ll share some of the best smart home routines.

So, what’s the difference between smart home technology and smart home routines?

Smart home technology refers to the devices and functions in your property (e.g. smart heating, security, lighting) that you control remotely or from a centralised point. Meanwhile, smart home routines are specifically the sequences of actions that happen when triggered (i.e. with a command or sensor).

For example, a smart washing machine is smart home technology. A smart home routine would be a sequence of events, such as the washing machine sending you a text message if you don’t open the door within 10 minutes of the load finishing.

Why Smart Home Routines Are The Future Of Convenience Credit: Sound Sense

Smart home routines streamline daily tasks. By connecting devices and using automation, you can program your tech to work in a way that suits you with fewer manual steps.

Routines provide consistency, save time and can boost energy efficiency. For example, if you accidentally leave your freezer open, it’s a major inconvenience and a waste of energy (and money if food spoils). If you set up a routine that sends you a notification if your freezer door remains open for two minutes, you can react quickly. You could program more steps, too. So, if you don’t address the notification then the routine could trigger an announcement via your smart speaker.

As well as stopping mishaps that lead to energy wastage, smart routines also make your everyday life easier. You can set up a routine that means lights dim when it’s time for your children to go to bed – helping you to get your little ones settled.

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The Most Popular Smart Home Routines With so many people looking for hacks and tricks to simplify their lives, it’s unsurprising that smart routines have risen in popularity online – particularly on social media platforms like TikTok. We’re here to give you a round-up of the most popular smart home routines.

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Popular Routines Smart lighting: Morning routines, you can automate your lights based on timing, helping you gradually wake up with soft lighting and natural light simulations. In the evening, program a routine where your lights gradually dim to help you get to sleep. So, when you say, “Lights, get me ready for bed”, your lighting will fade away.

heating, cooling, lights and devices so that

consumption and reduce your utility bills. Any

Alternatively, you can program a relaxation mode

they all suit your needs.

routines that automatically turn off disused appliances and unnecessary heating and lighting

in the evening to help you gradually wind down.

You can also create custom triggers based

will cut waste.

Voice Assistant Tasks

on specific conditions. For example, “When

By using a voice assistant, you can get the

I leave the house, lock all doors and set the

If you want a sustainable, eco-friendly property then

weather, news, or reminders before you’ve

thermostat to energy-saving mode”. If you live

home automation routines that prioritise minimis-

even got out of bed. Take it to the next level by

with other people, this routine might not work

ing energy use are an excellent thing to have.

setting up routines that link multiple devices.

for you. However, it will be better suited to you

For example, connect your voice assistant to

if you live alone or are always the last to leave.

your coffee machine so that your wake-up drink is ready for you after you say, “Morning

Future Trends In Smart Home Routines

coffee, please.”

Benefits Of Smart Home Routines

Security Settings

There are several benefits of smart home

Emerging technologies, such as AI and machine

Sleep easy at night by locking doors, closing

routines including:

learning, will influence the next generation of

Smart technologies are continually evolving.

blinds, and setting up security cameras with one command.

home automation routines.

Improved Convenience And Time Management Automation makes it easier to manage multiple

For example, even the process of automation

Smart Plugs

tasks. Things that were once frustrations

could become automated. An intelligent system

Save energy by automatically turning off

(e.g. struggling to find the light switch when

will be able to identify patterns and then suggest

devices that aren’t in use. You can set this

returning home after dark) become effortless

automation based on your behaviour – saving

routine up based on a timer function or use a

(e.g. your hallway lights automatically turning

you from the mental load of coming up with a

voice command like “Turn off all unused plugs”.

on when you unlock your front door).

routine.

Automated Schedules

You’ll also save time on repetitive tasks like con-

Smart home routines offer many benefits. They can

Set up time-based schedules for your

stantly adjusting your thermostat. Instead, your

save energy, time and money. What’s not to like?

thermostat, lights, and appliances to stop

smart home will take care of everyday routines.

wasting energy. You can program your heating,

To get the most out of smart home routines, it’s

lighting and any non-essential devices to turn

Enhanced Home Security And Peace Of Mind

worth experimenting with different automations

off when you’re at work or sleeping.

By automating home security measures, you

and seeing what works for you. Once you’ve got

can benefit from an increased peace of mind.

the basics set up, you can tweak your routines. By

No need to worry about whether you locked the

letting smart technology take control of tiresome

door behind you when it’s done automatically.

tasks, you can improve your daily life.

Creating Custom Routines For Your Unique Needs

Notifications, camera feeds, and remote

If you’re interested in creating smart home

Everyone’s needs are different, so you should

control of locks and other home features also

routines, get in touch with a CEDIA-certified

customise your smart home routines.

ensure that your property is secure. Plus, it’s

member.

If you work nights, you’ll want your blackout

easy to check on your home wherever you are.

blinds to drop down at different hours than in the home of someone working from nine

Energy Efficiency And Cost Savings

to five. You can set up custom schedules for

Smart home routines can optimise your energy

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When Design Meets Technology: A New Era of Collaboration Technology has moved from the periphery of home design to its very core. The Technology Meets Design judging panel discusses how architecture, interiors, and smart systems are finally learning to speak the same language.

When interior designer Dean Keyworth of Armstrong Keyworth

The challenge is keeping it usable; technology only succeeds when it feels effortless.”

Toni agrees, noting that the perception of technology as an indulgence is fading fast.

“We’re seeing it move from luxury to lifestyle,” she says. “Smart lighting, shading, and energy

began his career, a conversation about technology rarely appeared

monitoring are becoming

in a design meeting. “There might be a chat about where to put the

standard expectations,

television,” he says with a laugh. “But now there’s an entire chapter in

even in smaller or multi-

my new book on smart home technology. It’s become integral to the

family developments.”

Peter, who develops

conversation around luxury interior design.”

Dean was joined by Susie Rumbold,

Susie Rumbold Tessuto

homes under the EAB

Sam Brunsden, Peter Warren, Tom

Homes banner in the United Kingdom, has seen that expectation first-

Webster and Toni Sabatino for this

hand. “Whether we’re selling at £1 million or £5 million, every buyer

year’s CEDIA Technology Meets

assumes there will be some technology in the house,” he says. “The

Design judging panel. Together

difficulty is balancing budget and expectation. People love the idea of

they represent every angle of

smart features but are often surprised when they discover what they

the modern home — architecture,

actually cost.”

interiors, construction, and the

For him, the solution lies in future readiness. “At the very least, we

increasingly vital layer of intelligent

make sure the wiring infrastructure is there,” he says. “Even if clients

systems that ties it all together. Their

can’t afford full automation immediately, they will have the option

collective view is that the industry

later. Readiness is value.”

is undergoing a quiet but profound Designing for Every Life Stage

transformation.

“Technology can enhance both

Dean Keyworth

Armstrong Keyworth Ltd

While technology is frequently associated with convenience, the

the functionality and aesthetic

panel agrees its real power lies in adaptability. Homes can now evolve

of a space,” adds Toni, principal of

with their occupants, accommodating everything from hybrid working

Toni Sabatino Style. “It’s not just

to ageing in place.

about control; it’s about comfort,

Sam from Dyntec, who sits on the advisory board of the

energy awareness, and celebrating

International WELL Building Institute, highlights how certification

design through light and sound.

frameworks are expanding to include digital wellness and senior

When thoughtfully integrated, it highlights the materials, art, and

living. “It’s about infrastructure that supports life changes,” he says.

architecture we work so hard to perfect.”

“You might design a home for a young family today, but 10 years from

“Technology is no longer a bolt-on,” says Sam. “It should be treated

now it could need in-home care facilities. If the systems are in place

as a fundamental design layer, like mechanical, electrical, or plumbing.

— connectivity, monitoring, control — you can support that transition

You can’t build a home without considering how it will connect and

without rebuilding.”

Susie shares a similar observation from her interior design studio,

perform digitally.”

Tessuto. “We often work with clients who are planning long-term Beyond Luxury

residences. The brief now includes lifestyle questions: How do you

For decades, smart homes were the domain of the very wealthy: large

consume entertainment? Do you travel frequently? Will you need

properties filled with complex control systems and cinema rooms that required an owner’s manual. That perception, says Susie, is fast disappearing.

“It goes beyond high-end residential now,” she explains. “There’s a trickle-down effect.

You’re seeing elements of smart design in rental developments and mid-market projects.

It’s becoming expected, and that’s the real shift.

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Clients want to invest in their lifestyle.

Technology that supports accessibility and ageing in place ensures the home evolves gracefully with its occupants.

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Toni Sabatino

Toni Sabatino Style assisted living features later? These conversations help us create a specification that can adapt. Flexibility is everything.”

Dean adds that routine itself influences design. “A young couple

priorities; it’s about coordination.”

Peter, who frequently mediates between the two worlds on site, sees personality as part of the challenge. “Developers, designers, and

might have unpredictable schedules, while retirees tend to have

integrators all come with stereotypes — the tech people seen as nerds,

consistent habits. Technology can respond to both. Automated

the designers as fussy about finishes. But when everyone drops their

lighting and shading can align to routines, adjusting naturally over

guard, the results are incredible. The client wins, the process runs

time. It’s incredibly powerful when it works with, rather than against,

smoother, and the project feels cohesive.”

“The best homes happen when design and technology teams stop

human behaviour.”

“Preparing a home for the future is part of responsible design,”

protecting their turf,” says Peter. “It’s about communication, open-

says Toni. “Clients want to invest in their lifestyle. Technology that

mindedness, and remembering that everyone is working toward the

supports accessibility and ageing in place ensures the home evolves

same goal.”

gracefully with its occupants.”

Today, lighting panels and keypads are designed beautifully. They’re tactile, elegant, and can complement the room’s aesthetic. We’re finally at a stage where technology contributes to the visual story rather than interrupting it.

The Invisible Infrastructure Every member of the panel points to networking as the unsung hero (and frequent villain) of the modern home.

“It still amazes me,” says Peter, “how many clients come to us saying, ‘I just want the internet to work properly.’ In new builds with reinforced concrete or thick insulation, you can have zero phone signal and patchy Wi-Fi. A beautiful home is useless if it’s not connected.”

Sam agrees. “Audio-visual has become IT. Everything sits on a

Redefining Professionalism A decade ago, many integration firms operated more like trade

network — lighting, shading, heating, entertainment. If that backbone

contractors than consultants. Sam believes that’s changing.

isn’t designed properly, nothing else functions. A good integrator

“We’re seeing a rise in specialist design consultants who don’t

understands data infrastructure as well as design aesthetics. It’s the

sell equipment,” he explains. “They operate like MEP (mechanical,

new electricity.”

electrical, and plumbing) engineers, producing specifications and

Dean nods. “There’s still an education gap among designers. We

drawings for tender, ensuring the design matches the client’s brief

need to understand how much space a rack requires, what cooling it

rather than pushing a particular brand. It’s a sign the industry is

needs, and where access panels must go. Without that knowledge,

maturing.”

we frustrate the integrator. It’s about cross-education between our

Susie supports this model. “Integrators should be at the table with the architect, engineer, and interior designer from day one,” she says.

disciplines.”

Toni highlights another layer: “So much of the conversation now

“They bring technical expertise that can shape the concept. When

is about network reliability. People think Wi-Fi is magic, but it’s

that happens, the client ends up with a product that truly reflects

infrastructure. A well-planned backbone is what makes automation

their needs and budget.”

Dean adds, “The role of education can’t

truly invisible.”

be overstated. Designers don’t need to Bridging Aesthetic and Technical Worlds

become technologists, but they should

Historically, interior designers and integrators approached projects

understand the basics: spatial requirements,

from different planets: one focused on appearance, the other on

ventilation, and maintenance access. It’s

performance. The panel agrees that collaboration is now dissolving

the same respect we show lighting or HVAC

those boundaries.

specialists.”

“It used to be all about big black speakers and ugly white docks stuck on de Gournay wallpaper,” says Susie. “That’s gone, thankfully. Today,

Overcoming Misconceptions

lighting panels and keypads are designed beautifully. They’re tactile,

Despite progress, misconceptions persist —

elegant, and can complement the room’s aesthetic. We’re finally at a

both among professionals and homeowners.

stage where technology contributes to the visual story rather than

“One of the big ones,” says Dean, “is the idea

interrupting it.”

that everything is wireless. People think you

For Sam, success depends on timing. “Too often, I’m brought in

can just do it over Wi-Fi. You can’t. You still

after the interiors are finalised. By then, the equipment room is too

need serious cabling if you want reliability.”

small or the ceiling grid doesn’t work for the lighting layout. Bringing

Susie laughs. “And clients always forget

consultants in early, at the same time as mechanical and electrical

about access. Underfloor heating is a great

engineers, saves everyone headaches later. It’s not about competing

example. People think there’s no equipment,

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then realise they need large

Looking ahead, the panel predicts a future where systems fade

goes for technology. If you want

entirely into the background. Susie envisions homes that quietly

it to be invisible, you have to plan

self-regulate: “We’re already seeing shading and climate systems

for where it lives.”

that respond automatically to sunlight or temperature. People won’t

For Sam, the biggest misunderstanding is assuming

Peter Warren EAB Homes

A Future of Effortless Living

manifolds and panels. The same

need to think about it because it’ll just happen, creating comfort and efficiency without intrusion.”

technology and design are

Dean points to emerging artificial intelligence. “We’re heading

at odds. “That’s old thinking,”

toward unified control, where you simply talk to the home or wear a

he says. “Invisible speakers,

device that understands context. But that only works if everything

recessed projectors, beautifully

behind the scenes is engineered correctly.”

engineered switch plates —

Sam sees hardware shrinking. “When I started 20 years ago,

there are so many ways to

equipment racks filled entire cupboards. Now we’re halving them

make it elegant. The earlier we

every few years. Edge computing will make them smaller still.

collaborate, the easier it is to

Integration will get simpler, but expectations will rise. People aren’t

integrate seamlessly.”

impressed by automation anymore; they’re impressed when it’s

Toni observes that many clients still see smart systems as complicated or unnecessary.

invisible.”

“The goal is not more gadgets,” says Toni. “It’s about

“I ask them if they’d buy a car with roll-down windows,” she

homes that anticipate our

says. “Technology has matured. Streaming updates and intuitive

needs, enhance wellbeing, and

interfaces have made it accessible, not intimidating.”

make daily life feel smoother.

The best technology

The Convergence of Creativity and Control

disappears into design, leaving

Across continents, this convergence of design and technology

only comfort and beauty

signals a new mindset. In New York, Toni’s kitchen-centric

behind.”

philosophy celebrates open-plan spaces where lighting and

For Peter, the greatest

automation enhance daily rituals. Her belief that technology

innovation may be cultural.

should serve wellbeing echoes throughout her work, where

“We’re finally recognising

lighting and control enhance the joy of everyday rituals. In London,

the value of collaboration.

Susie’s process-driven interiors rely on technical precision to

For years, projects went

deliver emotional comfort. In New Zealand, architect Tom Webster

wrong because people

uses integrated systems to balance sustainability and cinematic

worked in silos. Now the

experience.

word I keep coming back to

Wherever they work, the lesson is the same: technology belongs in the design conversation from the start.

As Susie concludes, “Great design isn’t about adding more. It’s about making life simpler, calmer, and more connected. When

Sam Brunsden Dyntec

is communication. When everyone’s on the same page (client, designer, integrator, builder, etc.) the handover is silent. No calls, no complaints. That’s when you know it’s worked.”

design and technology are truly aligned, you don’t see the systems.

You just feel the difference.”

Advice for New Designers As smart technology becomes standard, more designers are encountering integrators for the first time. The panel’s advice is simple.

Great design isn’t about adding more. It’s about making life simpler, calmer, and more connected. When design and technology are truly aligned, you don’t see the systems.

You just feel the difference.

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“Don’t be defensive,” says Dean. “If a client wants something that challenges your aesthetic, look for solutions rather than roadblocks.

Listen to the experts, they’re there to make your vision work in practice.”

“Bring them in early,” adds Susie. “It’s just good business. The sooner they contribute to the brief, the more cohesive the result.”

Sam encourages due diligence. “Choose your partners carefully.

Don’t just go local or cheapest. Look for certification, experience, and scale. You’re trusting them with the home’s nervous system.”

Peter agrees. “Avoid the race to the bottom. Quality integration costs what it costs, but it adds enormous value in the long run.

Collaboration and transparency beat cutting corners every time.”

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How to Design for Equipment Racks An equipment rack is the hidden heart of a smart home. For architects and designers, its placement and housing are key to performance, serviceability, and discretion.

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A well-designed rack location is, first and foremost, about space. These enclosures are often taller than two meters and require sufficient clearance front and back for airflow and technician access. A narrow cabinet or poorly planned cabinetry may look neat at the design stage, but once installed, can make servicing a system nearly impossible. Futureproofing should also be part of the thinking. Systems evolve, and additional components may need to be added over time, so allowing for growth is crucial.

Ventilation is another essential consideration. Equipment generates heat,

n modern homes, the equipment rack is the quiet engine

and without proper airflow, performance and longevity are compromised.

that drives every smart system. Lighting control, audio

Ideally, the rack should be housed in a dedicated cabinet or room with

distribution, security, networking, and environmental

passive ventilation or, in larger systems, active cooling. Positioning near

control all converge here.

HVAC return air ducts can also support thermal management, but only if planned early in the architectural drawings.

For interior designers and architects, the focus is not on what sits inside the rack, but on the environment that surrounds it. Placement, ventilation,

Noise is a factor often overlooked. Fans, hard drives, and mechanical

accessibility, and discretion are the key design considerations that ensure

components create a low hum that can quickly disrupt a tranquil interior.

both technical performance and architectural harmony.

Placing a rack adjacent to a bedroom or living space is best avoided.

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Instead, utility spaces such as basements, service corridors, or under-stair spaces can provide the ideal balance of accessibility and acoustic separation.

elements, racks require ongoing interaction by technicians.

Doors should swing wide, adequate lighting must be provided, and flooring should be stable enough to allow

Credit: Kayder

Accessibility cannot be overstated. Unlike decorative

racks to roll in and out. Designing a generous service pathway at the planning stage saves significant headaches once the system is operational.

Finally, discretion plays a major role. A rack should serve invisibly, its presence hidden behind cabinetry or within a service room, allowing the home’s interiors to shine uninterrupted. Designers who embrace this principle ensure technology never competes with the aesthetic intent.

By considering space, ventilation, acoustics, access, and concealment, architects and designers can create environments that not only house the rack securely but support the performance of the entire smart home system.

Like all good design, the success lies not in the equipment itself, but in the way the surrounding architecture quietly enables it to function.

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Sonos, Inc. EMEA, Americas, Asia Pacific

Sony Member Since 2002

EMEA, Americas, Asia Pacific

2025 Best New Hardware – Finalist 2025 Product Hall of Fame Inductee

www.sony.com

www.sonos.com

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T H E B E S T O F S M A RT H O M E S T Y L E

Member Since 1989

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AUDIO PROCESSOR , RECEIVER , AMPLIFIER

Trinnov Audio

Storm Audio EMEA, Americas, Asia Pacific

AUDIO PROCESSOR , AMPLIFIER

Member Since 2018

EMEA, Americas, Asia Pacific

Member Since 2016

2025 Product Hall of Fame Inductee

2025 Best New Hardware – Finalist

www.stormaudio.com

www.trinnov.com

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SPEAKERS

Unitech Systems OE

Wisdom

EMEA, Americas, Asia Pacific

EMEA, Americas, Asia Pacific

Member Since 2013

Member Since 2006

www.wisdomaudio.com

www.unitech-systems.gr

EMEA REGION

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