Smart Home World Magazine - Smart Home Expo Edition
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Cover Story
Preview of the Smart Home Expo 2025 that will display 450+ leading brands showcasing innovative solutions in Home Automation, Building Automation, Audio-Visual Systems, Smart Lighting, Security, and Smart Appliances. Do not miss the chance to network, collaborate, and discover new technology.
Interviews
At the Smart Home Expo 2025, some of the industry’s most innovative minds and brands are coming together to showcase their cutting-edge solutions. Here’s a glimpse of the thoughts of Brand Leaders and Visionaries who are redefining the future of smart living:
• Vivek Yadav, Executive Vice President, Havells India Ltd.
• Kiran Dutt, President, Electrification, ABB India
• Sumati Sahgal, VP, Home and Distribution, Schneider Electric, Greater India
• Aditya Khemka, Managing Director, CP PLUS (Aditya Infotech Limited)
• Tom Samyn, Sales and Marketing Director, Basalte
• Gerben Van Duyl, Sales Director APAC, Procella Audio
• Sachin Motwani, Founder, Osum Smart Innovations
• Adam Merlino, Vice President & General Manager - Asia Pacific, ADI Global/Snap One
• Malte Göller, CEO, Atios
• Johan Coorg, Asia Sales Director, Hegel
• Thillai Kumaran Somasundaram, International Sales Manager, Loewe
Industry experts reflect on their experiences and insights gained from the integration of Home/Building Automation and Smart Home technology over the years, highlighting the advantages it has brought to their projects.
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Read on to discover how global association partners are shaping the future of smart living through their visionary outlook and strategic collaboration with Smart Home Expo 2025.
• Ar. Surbhi Jindal, Women in Lighting India Ambassador.
• Dr. Mala Singh, Chairperson, IGBC Mumbai Chapter.
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How quickly time flies! It feels like just yesterday we wrapped up the last edition of Smart Home Expo, and already, the industry has surged ahead with remarkable progress. In just a year, we’ve witnessed an explosion of innovation—new products, smarter systems, and bolder visions redefining how we live, work, and interact with our spaces. With Smart Home Expo 2025 just a few days away, the excitement is building like never before.
Read our cover story to get a preview of the upcoming Smart Home Expo 2025. With over 450+ leading brands set to participate, the Expo will showcase cutting-edge solutions in Home Automation, Building Automation, AudioVisual Systems, Smart Lighting, Security, and Smart Appliances. It’s not just an event—it’s an opportunity to network, collaborate, and discover the future of smart living.
In this issue, we have curated Interviews with 14 brand heads who speak about their new range and innovations and the range they will launch and display at the expo.
This year, the Expo brings together some of the brightest minds and most influential voices in the industry. From the global stage, leaders from renowned associations such as KNX Association, CEDIA, Z-Wave Alliance, IALD, IES, LiDAI and others share how their strategic outlooks and ongoing collaboration with Smart Home Expo 2025 are helping shape the next generation of smart homes. At the same time, key Indian organizations, including CRISP, IIID MRC, INBAC, CREDAI-MCHI, WIL, and IGBC, offer their unique perspectives on innovation in the Indian context, highlighting challenges overcome, lessons learned, and the power of collaboration in building a more intelligent and sustainable future.
Plus, we have a special article, Industry Insight, that showcases 14 Professionals sharing how Home and Building Automation has evolved over the years and the immense value it continues to add to their projects.
Read and keep yourself updated and do visit us at Smart Home Expo 2025.
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PLUG INTO THE FUTURE AT SMART HOME EXPO 2025
From Home/Building Automation, Smart Home Technology to immersive AV and Smart Lighting and more… discover what’s next in smart living. Join us on May 8–10 at Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai for India’s ultimate techforward smart experience.
The countdown has begun for one of the most significant events in the Home/Building Automation and Smart Home Technology industry. The 6th Edition of Smart Home Expo 2025, scheduled from May 8–10 at the Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai, is set to be a landmark B2B event for this sector. This year’s edition will be the largest yet, featuring 450+ leading brands showcasing cutting-edge solutions across Smart Home Technology, Building Automation, Audio-Visual systems, Smart Lighting, Smart Security and Smart Appliances.
The growing anticipation among industry stakeholders, technology providers, system integrators, and developers is a testament to the expo’s expanding influence. The event promises to deliver unmatched opportunities for networking, collaboration, and exploring the innovations shaping the future of smart living and infrastructure in India.
Organized by World Media & Expo LLP in association with Messe Frankfurt, the 6th Edition of Smart Home Expo 2025 is gearing
up to be the most impactful edition yet. With a strong focus on innovation, industry collaboration, and business growth, the event is expected to attract over 15,000 visitors. This anticipated numbers of attendees reflects the growing interest and investment in India’s smart home and building automation sector, and highlights the expo’s rising influence as a premier B2B platform for showcasing cuttingedge technologies and forging meaningful industry connections.
Smart Home Expo 2025 is supported by leading industry associations and organizations that play a pivotal role in advancing smart technology adoption. Esteemed Knowledge Partners include IALD, LiDAI, CEDIA, IIID MRC, WIL, and IES, contributing valuable insights and expertise. KNX joins as the official Technology Partner, while Z-Wave Alliance, IGBC, and INBAC serve as Supporting Partners, reinforcing the expo’s commitment to innovation and sustainability. Additionally, CREDAI-MCHI supports the event as a Strategic Partner CRISP is the Associate Partner
EXHIBITING BRANDS
Havells’ participation in the Smart Home Expo over the years has been a valuable experience, both in terms of business growth and industry influence. The expo has reinforced Havells’ position as a leader in automation & controls in India. It provides a platform to showcase cutting-edge smart home solutions to industry professionals, real estate developers, system integrators, and end consumers. Direct interaction with potential customers and partners has offered insights into evolving demands. Feedback from visitors has helped refine products and develop solutions aligned with market needs. Our Motivation for Continued Participation is driven from the fact that smart home industry in India is still growing, and continuous awarenessbuilding is essential.
Vivek Yadav, Executive Vice President, Havells India Ltd.
Our experience at Smart Home Expo has been truly rewarding. It’s a well-curated event that brings together integrators, architects, designers, and technology experts - offering a valuable platform to share our latest Basalte Home innovations and connect with like-minded professionals. We see great potential in the Indian luxury smart home market. With a growing demand for intelligent and safe living, our vision of refined, intuitive technology fits right in. It enhances daily life in a natural way. Smart Home Expo also enables us to build lasting relationships with partners who share our passion for design and innovation, while supporting and inspiring India’s thriving community of integrators and design professionals.
Tom Samyn, Sales and Marketing Director, Basalte
The Smart Home Expo stands as a cornerstone event in India’s evolving technology landscape—an invaluable platform that brings the future of smart living to the present. It brings together industry leaders, professionals, and enthusiasts to explore cutting-edge solutions and trends. Schneider Electric is proud to be part of this ecosystem of innovation. Our participation in the Smart Home Expo underscores our commitment to transforming how homes operate—making them more intelligent, efficient, and sustainable. It also provides an excellent opportunity to engage with our customers, demonstrate our latest advancements, and contribute to the growth and development of the smart home industry in India.
Sumati Sahgal, VP, Home and Distribution, Schneider Electric, Greater India
Our journey with the Smart Home Expo has been nothing short of inspiring. Over the years, this platform has evolved into the epicenter of India’s smart tech movement, gathering visionaries, creators, and consumers under one roof. For CP PLUS, each edition offers a crucible of insights, a space where we don’t just showcase our products, but engage, learn, and collaborate. Aditya Khemka, Managing Director, CP PLUS (Aditya Infotech Limited)
The Smart Home Expo serves as a crucial platform to display cutting-edge technologies, increase brand visibility, and strengthen its position as a leader in the rapidly evolving smart home market. By participating in the expo, ABB India will showcase energy-efficient solutions for homes and businesses. The event allows the company to engage directly with key stakeholders—such as architects, builders, designers, and consumers—to demonstrate how the smart home solutions enhance energy efficiency, comfort, and security, reinforcing its commitment to shaping the future of connected living.
Kiran Dutt, President, Electrification, ABB India
We absolutely love being part of the Smart Home Expo. It offers an unmatched platform to connect with our trade partners, understand their needs, and share our latest innovations. It’s not just about product—it’s about building lasting relationships and celebrating the shared goal of elevating the smart home experience. What keeps us coming back is the passion of the community. The expo fosters awareness, education, and collaboration across the industry, and we see it playing an evergrowing role in shaping the smart homes of tomorrow. As more homeowners in India embrace connected living, events like this are critical in showcasing the art of the possible, and we’re proud to be part of that journey.
Adam Merlino, VP & MD - Asia Pacific, ADI Global-Snap One
One of the most significant impacts of the Smart Home Expo is its role in educating attendees about the benefits and functionalities of smart home systems, automation, AV, lighting systems, connected lighting and the integration of all of it. As technology evolves, many consumers may feel overwhelmed or skeptical about integrating smart solutions into their spaces. The Expo demystifies these technologies, demonstrating how they can enhance convenience, security, and energy efficiency. Overall, my experience with the Smart Home Expo has reinforced my belief in the transformative potential of smart home technologies, intelligent building systems and their ability to improve our daily lives.
Ar. Surbhi Jindal, Women in Lighting India Ambassador.
We are proud to have been part of the Smart Home Expo’s journey from the very beginning. As the expo has grown in prominence and influence over the years, CEDIA has strategically evolved its participation, using it as a key platform to share the latest industry developments and insights with our members and the broader industry. Its international reputation continues to grow, with many global brands now considering it a “must-attend” event and a focal point of industry conversations worldwide.
Wendy Griffiths, Senior Vice President, Membership & Global Development, CEDIA
Conventions like the Smart Home Expo play a pivotal role in accelerating innovation and adoption in leading markets like India. They serve as convergence points for stakeholders across the smart technology ecosystem. By showcasing cutting-edge solutions and providing hands-on demonstrations, the Expo builds awareness while encouraging conversations. For the Z-Wave Alliance and member companies showcasing Z-Wave solutions, the event is a means to engage with the market, gather insights, and help shape the future of smart living in India.
Avi Rosenthal, Chairman, Z-Wave Alliance and Sr Partner, BlueConnect Partners
Smart Home Expo 2025 is not just an event— it’s an ecosystem for learning, collaboration, innovation and growth in the rapidly evolving world of smart living. One of the key advantages of this Expo is the opportunity to interact directly with products and solutions. Live demonstrations let attendees experience functionality, usability, and design compatibility firsthand.
The Smart Home Expo 2025 is set to attract a diverse range of buyers from across industry segments, including trade professionals and smart home enthusiasts. It offers a valuable platform to explore cutting-edge innovations for everyday living and will play a crucial role in raising awareness about what technologies and solutions are truly practical, effective, and worth adopting.
Ketan Sheth, Chairman, IIID MRC
The Smart Home Expo has consistently proven to be a valuable platform for engaging with industry professionals, technology enthusiasts, and system integrators. Our continued participation is driven by the positive momentum and awareness it generates for KNX in India. The event fosters collaboration, showcases emerging trends, and creates opportunities for meaningful dialogue between stakeholders. It plays a pivotal role in building a vibrant and informed smart home community, and we look forward to being a part of this journey for many editions to come.
Casto Canavate, Marketing Manager, KNX Association
Smart Home Expo 2025 is a crucial event for showcasing the future of connected living, and CRISP’s involvement as a coorganizer signifies its commitment to promoting technological advancements and best practices within the broader realty infrastructure and services landscape, including facility management.
Tanmay Khare, Senior Admin/FM Professional & Contributor, Council for Realty Infrastructure & Services ProMotion, CRISP
Partnership opportunities between IES and Smart Home Expo 2025 can significantly contribute to the growth and evolution of the lighting industry by fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange among professionals in lighting and smart home technologies. Such events provide a platform for showcasing innovative solutions, discussing best practices, and addressing emerging trends like smart lighting integration and energy efficiency. By bringing together industry leaders, researchers, and stakeholders, this collaboration can accelerate the adoption of advanced lighting technologies, promote standards-setting for interoperability, and enhance awareness of the role of lighting in creating smarter, more connected environments. This synergy not only enriches the lighting community but also drives innovations that align with consumer demands for sustainability and functionality.
Dr. Amardeep M. Dugar, IALD, IES, FISLE, FSLL, Founder-Principal, Lighting Research & Design and Director-At-Large, IES
Our first participation at the Smart Home Expo in 2023 in New Delhi was a memorable one. As a German manufacturer without direct business operations in India, I wasn’t sure what to expect. But the warm welcome we received, especially through the KNX National Group India, made it feel like home. I’m especially thankful to Bhavesh Doshi from Entelechy Systems and Sandeep Saurabh Singh, whose incredible support and organization made our presence possible and seamless. In 2024, we exhibited again—this time in Mumbai—and I had the opportunity to speak on stage. The event exceeded expectations and reaffirmed how important this platform is for anyone in the building automation space. It’s been an honor to represent Weinzierl and be part of the global KNX family at such a high-caliber event. Now, as we gear up for Smart Home Expo 2025, I’m excited to share the stage with my colleagues and showcase our latest innovations. One of the highlights will be the KNX TP Push Button 420.1 secure—a smart, multifunctional device that acts as a room temperature controller with integrated sensors, fan control, visual LED feedback, and an acoustic signal feature. It’s part of our MATCH 55 series, designed for flexibility and style.
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KEY EVENTS AT SMART HOME EXPO 2025
KNX Pavilion
At Smart Home Expo 2025, the KNX Association invites you to experience its exclusive KNX Pavilion—a premier destination where global KNX members will showcase their most cutting-edge technologies and solutions in building automation. From intelligent control systems to seamless integration capabilities, witness the power and flexibility of KNX technology in action.
This year, KNX is also hosting specialized workshops for manufacturers and deep-dive sessions on KNX IoT, offering hands-on learning and expert insights into the next generation of smart building innovations.
Be sure to visit the KNX Pavilion and join their training sessions—where innovation meets expertise and the future of smart spaces begins.
LIGHTING CONNECT
Lighting Connect announces its strategic partnership with the International Association of Lighting Designers (IALD) and the Lighting Designers Association of India (LiDAI). Established in 1969 and headquartered in Chicago, the IALD is a prestigious global organization representing the field of architectural lighting design. This collaboration offers a unique platform for lighting professionals to engage in insightful conversations and explore cutting-edge technologies set to redefine the lighting landscape. We warmly invite you to be part of Lighting Connect 2025, a premier event running alongside Smart Home Expo 2025, where innovation and design converge to shape the future of lighting.
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AV India Expo
In today’s modern homes, audio-video technology is no longer a luxury—it’s an essential part of the living experience. From whole-home speaker systems to fully immersive home theater setups, the evolution of residential AV has transformed how we enjoy entertainment in our personal spaces.
At our upcoming event, we’ll dive deep into the world of residential audio-video, exploring the latest innovations, emerging trends, and the technologies that are shaping the future of home entertainment.
THE SMART SPACE AWARDS 2025
The prestigious Smart Space Awards 2025, held in collaboration with the IIID Mumbai Regional Chapter, stands as a key highlight of the Smart Home Expo 2025. Featuring eight distinct categories, the awards are thoughtfully divided into two professional segments—Architects & Interior Designers and System Integrators.
Each year, the awards attract an ever-growing pool of participants, including top architecture firms, acclaimed interior designers, and forward-thinking system integrators, all competing to showcase their visionary work. Focused on the seamless integration of smart technologies, these awards honor the pinnacle of creativity, innovation, and intelligent design in modern living and working spaces.
Join us in celebrating excellence and shaping the future of smart environments. Winners will be felicitated during the Smart Home Expo 2025.
As the global Building Automation System sector moves toward a future rooted in sustainability, energy efficiency, and healthier living environments, these themes are becoming essential pillars of the green economy. In alignment with this vision, we are proud to present the Smart Building Summit 2025, co-organized with the INBAC Association.
This must-attend event will showcase the most advanced and forward-thinking technologies set to transform the building automation landscape. If you’re looking to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving industry, Smart Building Summit 2025 is where innovation meets opportunity.
CONFERENCE AGENDA
DAY 1 - 08, MAY 2025
10:30am - 11:00am
Inauguration Opening
11.00am - 11.15am
CONFERENCE AGENDA
DAY 2 - 09, MAY 2025
11.00am - 11.15am
Talk On - The Role of Acoustics in Smart Home Audio Design
Talk On - The Art of North American Sound: Klipsch & Bryston
12.10pm - 12.50pm
Panel Discussion - Decoding Indian Needs: Designing Smart Security Solutions for a Diverse Market
01.00pm - 02.00pm
LUNCH BREAK
02.00pm - 02.05pm
Opening Curatorial Comments
02.10pm - 02.30pm
02.30pm - 02.50pm
The Role of Lighting Controls in Lighting Design – An Overview Wired or Wireless…Bluetooth or DALI…Deciphering the Lighting Controls Jargon
02.50pm - 03.10pm
03.10pm - 03.30pm
Perceptual transformations through lighting control design andthe process & tools behind it.
03.30pm - 04.10pm
Workshop-style discussion with Speakers and Audience on Lighting Controls
04.10pm - 04.20pm
Talk On - The Power of Shades & Lights: Designing Window Ambience through Smart Automation
04.20pm - 04.50pm
Fireside Chat
04.50pm - 05.00pm
Honorary Awards
05.00pm - 05.45pm
Panel Discussion - Smart Lighting, Smarter Spaces: A debate on the Impact and Influence of Automation in Lighting Design by Women in lighting India
CONFERENCE AGENDA
DAY 3 - 10, MAY 2025
10:30am - 10:40am
The Next Frontier: Autonomous Buildings That Operate Independently.
10.40am - 11.20am
Panel Discussion - The Smart Retrofit: Breathing New Life into Old Structures
11.20am - 11.30am
Talk On - The Role of BMS in Enabling Net-Zero Energy Buildings
11.30am - 11.35am
Session Keynote:
11.35pm - 12.15pm
Panel Discussion - From Data to Decisions: Leveraging Predictive Analytics for Smarter Operations
12.15pm - 01.00pm
Workshop - BIS awareness session on National Lighting Code
01.00pm - 01.15pm
Honorary Awards
01.15pm - 04.00pm
Exhibition Tour
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Havells India Ltd. Launches Apogee for Smarter Living
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Executive Vice President, Havells India Ltd.
Can you tell us about the new range you’ll be showcasing at the Smart Home Expo 2025?
We are excited to announce the launch of Apogee, Havells India Ltd.’s premium modular switch and automation solution. This exquisite collection is designed to elevate your living space with its sophisticated aesthetics, innovative features, and advanced technology.
The Apogee range offers a collection of luxuriously designed faceplates, switches & smart connected technology that allows you to automate various aspects of your home. The Apogee range is designed both for luxury seeker and tech enthusiast, Apogee has something for everyone. Come and experience the pinnacle of luxury and innovation with Apogee at our stall in Smart Home Expo 2025.
What are some of the key features and innovations in your new range? How do
Vivek Yadav, Executive Vice President, Havells India Ltd., introduces Apogee as the perfect fusion of luxury, innovation, and cutting-edge technology, paving the way for the future of smart living.
these products enhance the overall smart home experience for users?
At Havells, we prioritize durability and safety. Our Apogee range is built with advanced materials and a robust build, ensuring a long operational life and peace of mind. With hightemperature, fire-resistant materials and safe mechanical switches and sockets, you can trust Apogee to protect your loved ones.
Key Features
Six distinct variants in cover plates: Ethnic, Satin, Metal, Wood, Glass, and PC
18 colour options to match your style and decor.
Smart Connected technology for automated home control with Apogee smart’s mesh connectivity technology
Easy mobile app, Voice, touch & Wi fi remote control for easy & multiple ways of operations
Durable and safe construction with hightemperature fire-resistant material
How do your new products integrate with existing smart home ecosystems? Are they compatible with multiple platforms or specific to a certain system? Please elaborate.
Havells One smart home platform transforms homes from simple dwellings into intelligent and smart homes. It creates a unified experience across Havells’ diverse home product portfolio and brands such as Lloyd, Havells and Crabtree. This platform does not limit itself to just connecting smart devices but as a backbone for the IoT journey of the customers, with major focus areas around the scalability, security, interoperability, convenience, wellness, and interconnectivity of smart home devices.
Havells one is on track for continuous growth and can add, connect, and scale up to many devices and provide a rich user experience.
Havells One aims to be a cohesive smart home platform that integrates different devices to create a seamless user experience. A few major integrations, such as Works with Alexa, Works with Google Assistant, and Works with SmartThings are integrated into the platform.
Havells One will also enable the emerging standard ‘Matter’, a common language for heterogeneous smart home devices, to work irrespective of brands and underlying protocols.
Havells One functionality continues to expand, aiming to integrate security, safety, and health and wellness products into its ever-growing smart ecosystem.
Apart from the new range what are the other range/devices that the professionals can expect to see at your stall at the expo.
Havells Smart Home automation offers a very wide range of solutions, on display will be the
flagship Buspro & KNX Wired automation solutions with a completely new range of wall panels & Key pads.
The new Signia Smart Plus, the successor to the existing solution with enhanced electronics and features will also be on display, a range of new smart products being developed by our Center for Innovation will also be on display.
With the growing concerns about data privacy and security in smart homes, how does your new range address these issues?
The Havells One platform prioritizes user control, transparency and incorporates robust security measures including encryption and strong authentication techniques right from the factory production to the user’s homes.
Havells One platform has also been ISO 27001
certified. The Cloud infrastructure integrates global security standards, regular firmware and software updates to protect against vulnerabilities. Additionally, the platform upgrades will provide, clear, easily understandable privacy policies that explain what data is collected, how it is used, and who it is shared with. Going forward the users will have the ability to control what data is collected by their devices and to opt-out of data sharing.
You’ve been associated and participating in Smart Home Expo for several editions. What has your experience been so far, and what motivates you to continue participating? Additionally, how do you see the expo contributing to the growth and awareness of the smart home industry in the future?
Havells’ participation in the Smart Home Expo
over the years has been a valuable experience, both in terms of business growth and industry influence.
The expo has reinforced Havells’ position as a leader in automation & controls in India. It provides a platform to showcase cuttingedge smart home solutions to industry professionals, real estate developers, system integrators, and end consumers.
Direct interaction with potential customers and partners has offered insights into evolving demands. Feedback from visitors has helped refine products and develop solutions aligned with market needs.
The expo has enabled strategic collaborations with technology partners, home automation integrators, and real estate developers. It has also been a gateway to identifying potential B2B and B2C opportunities.
Our Motivation for Continued Participation is driven from the fact that smart home industry
in India is still growing, and continuous awareness-building is essential. Being present at the expo strengthens Havells’ positioning in the evolving automation space. The expo provides an opportunity to benchmark against global trends and competitors. Many leads and partnerships generated during the expo convert into long-term business opportunities
The Smart Home Expo plays a crucial role in increasing awareness and adoption
Educates Consumers: Visitors get firsthand experience of how smart home tech can improve convenience, security, and energy efficiency.
Encourages Innovation: It drives industry players, including Havells, to continuously innovate and improve offerings.
Bridges the Knowledge Gap: Many traditional users and builders become more receptive to automation after seeing live demonstrations.
ABB’s Role in Transforming Indian Homes and Buildings
Kiran Dutt
President, Electrification, ABB India
As ABB celebrates 75 years of operations in India, how do you reflect on the company’s journey, and what milestones have been the most significant in shaping its success in the country?
ABB’s 75-year journey in India has created a strong foundation for the proliferation of smart and energy-efficient technologies. ABB has consistently led the way in electrical and automation solutions, integrating cutting-edge technology. In India, ABB’s emphasis on automation and smart solutions aligns well with the growing demand for intelligent buildings and infrastructure. The company’s role in promoting energy efficiency and automation has provided a foundation for KNX’s growth in the Indian market. Our commitment to innovation, local manufacturing, and sustainability has been instrumental in shaping the success, with ABB’s achievements providing a significant
Kiran Dutt, President, Electrification, ABB India, talks about ABB’s 75-year legacy and the impact of the new KNX APP - Control Server and Busch-VoiceControl® KNX in enhancing energy efficiency, security, and convenience in smart homes.
stepping stone for the continued growth and adoption of KNX solutions in the country.
ABB has recently launched KNX APP -Control Server in India. What makes this smart home automation system stand out, and how does it improve energy efficiency, security, and convenience for homeowners?
ABB’s KNX APP - Control Server, recently launched in India, seamlessly connects KNX installations to the IP network, allowing smartphones, tablets, and smartwatches to control various home automation functions— such as switches, dimmers, blinds, IP cameras, and more—while offering benefits for electrical installers, including remote programming, simplified commissioning, a graphical logic editor, and enhanced KNX monitoring with the Telegram recorder, and for end users, features like smart energy management, integration with Philips Hue, EV chargers, Modbus TCP devices, and weather forecasts for optimized automation
How do Your Voice Controllers integrate with other smart home platforms like Google Home, Apple HomeKit, and Amazon Alexa, and what does this interoperability mean for users?
The BuschVoiceControl® KNX offers the unique ability to control buildings entirely through voice commands using digital speech assistants such as Apple HomeKit, Amazon Alexa, and Google Assistant. This system can manage up to 150 functions, including lighting, heating, window blinds, and thermostats, providing users with the flexibility to control their home environment with ease. Fully configurable via the secure MyBuildings portal, powered by ABB Ability, this device enables homeowners to monitor key parameters such as room temperature, light intensity, humidity, and occupancy status, ensuring peace of mind even when away from home. The interoperability of ABB’s voice controllers with popular platforms like Google Home, Apple HomeKit, and Amazon Alexa offers significant benefits, including seamless integration with other smart home devices,
hands-free control, easy customization of routines, and enhanced convenience, energy efficiency, and security, taking the smart home experience to the next level
How do you envision ABB’s smart home solutions helping real estate developers create energy-efficient and technologically advanced homes for India’s growing urban population?
As India’s urban population grows, so does the need for homes that are energy-efficient, technologically advanced, and sustainable. ABB’s smart home solutions provide a comprehensive answer to these challenges by enabling real estate developers to create homes that are environmentally friendly, costeffective, secure, and adaptable to future technologies. Through the integration of energy management systems, automation, and renewable energy solutions, ABB’s smart home technologies empower developers to build the homes of the future, providing a competitive edge in the evolving Indian real estate market.
How do ABB’s smart lighting solutions contribute to energy savings while maintaining high performance and aesthetic appeal in both residential and commercial settings?
ABB’s smart lighting solutions strike the perfect balance between energy savings, high performance, and aesthetic appeal. By leveraging intelligent systems that adjust light levels based on occupancy, time of day, and natural light, these solutions reduce energy consumption without sacrificing lighting quality. At the same time, they provide flexibility and design versatility, making them suitable for a wide range of residential and commercial settings. Whether in a home
or office, ABB’s smart lighting helps create spaces that are energy-efficient, comfortable, and visually appealing, providing long-term value for both residents and buildings.
What new smart devices is ABB planning to launch/display at Smart Home Expo 2025?
At the Smart Home Expo 2025, ABB is planning to showcase several innovative smart devices that reflect the company’s commitment to enhancing home automation and energy efficiency. These include:
Metal Keypads in the Yurika Range: ABB will be introducing new metal keypads within its Yurika range. These keypads are designed to offer a sleek, modern aesthetic, with durable metal construction with matching millennium wiring accessories that complement contemporary home interiors. The metal finish adds a premium look while ensuring long-lasting performance. These keypads will allow users to control various smart home functions such as lighting, climate control, and security systems with ease, making them a valuable addition to any smart home setup with a display highlighting the program and has additional locking function keypad
Trevion Keypad: The Trevion keypad is another exciting launch from ABB. This keypad is designed for enhanced user convenience and flexibility, enabling intuitive control of smart devices in the home. With its minimalist design, the Trevion keypad can integrate seamlessly
into any interior, offering a wide range of frame options and customized rockers giving customers options for personalized keypads matching their interiors.
High-Frequency Presence Detectors: ABB is also set to unveil its new microwave sensors, which will play a key role in improving automation in both residential and commercial spaces. These sensors detect motion and can automatically adjust lighting, HVAC, and other smart systems based on occupancy. With increased sensitivity and accuracy, the microwave sensors will provide enhanced energy savings by ensuring that lights and systems are only active when needed, offering both comfort and efficiency
Tell us about your association with Smart Home Expo, and the benefits of participating in this Expo.
The Smart Home Expo serves as a crucial platform to display cutting-edge technologies, increase brand visibility, and strengthen its position as a leader in the rapidly evolving smart home market. By participating in the expo, ABB India showcases energy-efficient solutions for homes and businesses. The event allows the company to engage directly with key stakeholders—such as architects, builders, designers, and consumers—to demonstrate how its smart home solutions enhance energy efficiency, comfort, and security, reinforcing its commitment to shaping the future of connected living.
Schneider Electric to Showcase Latest KNX & Wiser Advancements
Sumati Sahgal VP, Home and Distribution, Schneider Electric
What are the latest advancements in Schneider Electric’s KNX range, and how do they address the evolving needs of Smart homes and building automation?
Schneider Electric has recently introduced significant advancements in its premium SpaceLogic KNX range, including a Hybrid Solution designed to meet both commercial and residential needs. These solutions offer customers the flexibility to expand their facilities at any stage of growth. Additionally, Schneider Electric has launched the latest Resi9 Energy Meter, featuring Wired Universal 6-channel Modbus communication for both single-phase and three-phase circuits. This energy meter boasts an accuracy class of Active Energy: class 1 per IEC 61557-12, monitoring active energy consumption (kWh) produced and delivered. It connects to upper systems via the Serial Modbus communication
Sumati Sahgal, VP, Home and Distribution, Schneider Electric, Greater India speaks about the latest SpaceLogic KNX and Wiser innovations. From hybrid automation to AI-powered energy management, the new range blends smart control, sustainability, and seamless design for homes and buildings of the future.
protocol and utilizes external Resi9 current transformers rated at 80A, 160A, or 250A.
These advancements provide customers with granular information and control, maximizing energy savings. Furthermore, the introduction of a new range of Metal Keypads enhances the premium luxury segment for residential customers. The eConfigure KNX
software simplifies the design, configuration, and commissioning of automation projects. These innovations cater to the evolving needs of smart buildings and home automation by offering intuitive, flexible, and efficient solutions that enhance comfort, energy efficiency, and security.
What are the key differentiators of Schneider Electric’s KNX solutions compared to other building automation systems in the market?
Schneider Electric is a leader in the energy management sector, continually advancing granular energy monitoring for facility managers and customers alike. Schneider Electric’s KNX solutions are installed in luxury residences, hotels, airport, metros, office space, factories, big retail spaces and data centers. One of the key differentiator is the comprehensive and integrated approach to building automation, including use of open protocols such as KNX, Modbus, BACnet, and IP, ensuring interoperability and futureproofing. Additionally, the SpaceLogic KNX range simplifies selection, configuration, and commissioning, making it user-friendly for both installers and end-users, it seamlessly integrates key building systems—including lighting, heating, air conditioning, and shading—into one smart solution, enabling quicker installation, improved adaptability to
future changes, and significant reductions in both energy consumption and operational costs. Furthermore, Schneider Electric is committed towards sustainability and energy efficiency in its product offerings which further sets it apart in the market.
What upcoming developments or features can we expect in Schneider Electric’s KNX range?
Schneider Electric is constantly working towards enhancing the product offerings and the KNX range will include the launch of the SpaceLogic KNX Remote maintenance software, which will offer advanced smart control and energy management capabilities. This new tool will allow system integrators to securely access and configure KNX projects remotely, enhancing convenience and efficiency. Additionally, Schneider Electric plans to introduce new KNX actuators and sensors that will further improve the flexibility and performance of their automation solutions.
What is the range you plan to launch and display at Smart Home Expo 2025?
At the Smart Home Expo 2025, Schneider Electric will showcase a comprehensive range of products, including the latest SpaceLogic
KNX solutions, Wiser smart home devices, and the new SpaceLogic KNX Metal Keypads. Attendees can expect to see demonstrations of how these products integrate to create seamless, energy-efficient, and secure smart home and building environments.
What are your views on Smart Home Expo?
The Smart Home Expo stands as a cornerstone event in India’s evolving technology landscape—an invaluable platform that brings the future of smart living to the present. It brings together industry leaders, professionals, and enthusiasts to explore cutting-edge solutions and trends. Schneider Electric is proud to be part of this ecosystem of innovation. Our participation in the Smart Home Expo underscores our commitment to transforming how homes operate— making them more intelligent, efficient, and sustainable. It also provides an excellent opportunity to engage with our customers, demonstrate our latest advancements, and contribute to the growth and development of the smart home industry in India.
From intuitive automation systems and integrated energy solutions to our vision for the homes of tomorrow, we are excited to showcase innovations that empower homeowners to live smarter, greener, and more connected lives. Events like these not only allow us to demonstrate our technological leadership, but also to actively contribute to shaping the future of the smart home industry in India.
What makes the Wiser smart home range unique compared to other smart home solutions in the market? Could you highlight Wiser’s unique features and advantages?
The Wiser smart home range stands out from other smart home solutions in the market due to its innovative integration of electrical, multimedia, and telecommunications technologies into one seamless, user-friendly system. It offers complete control over a variety of devices, such as music, home theatre, lighting and smart climate control, making life more comfortable and convenient. The system’s intuitive user interface ensures that everything is set up according to consumer’s preferences, embodying the true essence of a smart home. One of Wiser’s unique features is its energy management capabilities. By monitoring and controlling energy usage, it helps provide modern convenience with sustainable living. The simple, robust platform makes energy visible at generation and consumption. With features like geofencing, day light harvesting it helps deliver lower energy bills through intelligent automation that adjusts device usage based on consumer’s habits and schedule. The AIpowered system learns from your routines, weather forecasts, electricity rates, and even solar energy production, optimizing energy consumption, particularly for high-energy devices like water heaters and electric vehicle chargers. This results in both cost savings and improved efficiency for all customers.
The solution is scalable and retrofit, suitable for new and existing homes. As the user needs evolve, the Wiser solution grows alongside.
CP PLUS Unveils Next-Gen Smart Surveillance
Aditya Khemka
Managing Director, CP PLUS
What are the key features and innovations that CP Plus offers in its smart home security solutions? Could you elaborate on the same?
At CP PLUS, we believe that true innovation emerges from understanding everyday lives and engineering solutions that not only secure but also simplify. Our Made-in-Bharat smart home security innovations have been meticulously designed to meet the dynamic needs of modern Indian households. Central to this portfolio is our acclaimed Wi-Fi enabled smart camera range - an embodiment of intuitive technology, seamless utility, and indigenous excellence, now bolstered by STQC certification to ensure trusted cybersecurity compliance.
Our smart cameras bring together a blend of robust hardware and intelligent software. Take, for instance, our 7W solar-powered cameras - built for endurance and self-sufficiency.
Aditya Khemka, Managing Director, CP PLUS (Aditya Infotech Limited), discusses how the brand is reshaping home security with an innovative range and is setting new standards in user-friendly and future-ready surveillance.
Designed for India’s diverse geographies, these devices generate renewable energy throughout the day, making them perfect for remote, rural, or off-grid homes. The 18000mAh in-built battery ensures uninterrupted operation, even during prolonged power outages.
Then comes the brilliance of Full-Color Videoa technological leap that captures rich, vibrant detail, even in low-light conditions. Through
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spotlight illumination, darker environments come alive with clarity, offering users the ability to clearly identify faces, objects, and activities. This is not just surveillance; this is clarity, even in the absence of sunlight.
Our smart cameras also prioritize intelligence over redundancy. Human Body Detection uses advanced AI to distinguish people from animals, passing vehicles, or swaying foliage. Similarly, Motion Tracking allows the camera to rotate automatically and follow the trajectory of a person once detected - ensuring that no movement goes unrecorded, no corner remains hidden.
The 4G-enabled models remove dependency on traditional broadband and wiring. Whether it’s a farmhouse in the outskirts or a mobile surveillance requirement, these cameras offer plug-and-play surveillance without geographical constraints. Complementing this, PIR-based Motion Detection sensors raise real-time alerts to your mobile device, ensuring you’re always in control, even from miles away.
Functionality is at the heart of our design. Features like 360° panoramic view, View & Talk, and easy installation further empower users with complete situational awareness and two-way communication. With support for Alexa and Google Home, our smart cameras elegantly sync with existing smart ecosystems, blurring the line between security and lifestyle.
And to crown it all, our 4MP Quad HD cameras offer pristine image quality, while the Privacy Mode ensures that users can restrict camera visibility during private moments, because security must never come at the cost of dignity.
EzyKam+ got an upgrade: CP PLUS has launched Secure Cloud Storage for a new era of surveillance. Could you expand on this innovation?
Indeed, one of the most transformative enhancements to our smart surveillance suite is the launch of Secure Cloud Storage for our widely popular EzyKam+ range. This upgrade represents a paradigm shift from conventional, hardware-dependent video storage to a cloud-first, user-centric model, completely indigenized and hosted within India to adhere to national data sovereignty and privacy frameworks.
What this means for the user is simple: no more lost footage due to damaged SD cards or stolen devices. With cloud storage, recordings are backed up in real time and encrypted with advanced algorithms, rendering the footage immune to physical damage, tampering, or unauthorized access. In an age where data is gold, we have armored our vault.
But this isn’t just about safety; it’s also about unmatched convenience. Users can now access their recordings from anywhere in the world through the EzyKam+ Mobile App. Whether checking in on your pets while at work or reviewing a security incident while traveling abroad, the cloud keeps you connected without complication.
Additionally, our flexible subscription models cater to various storage needs, from basic backups to extended retention, ensuring affordability and scalability for every household. The transition to cloud storage is intuitive, quick, and entirely within the user’s control. This is security redefined: no clutter, no constraints, only cloud-powered freedom.
In essence, Secure Cloud Storage is not just a feature: it is a commitment. A commitment to continuous innovation, data protection, and delivering peace of mind in the digital era.
Can you share details about the new product range that will be showcased at Smart Home Expo 2025? And what other devices or solutions can professionals expect to see at your stall at Smart Home Expo 2025?
Smart Home Expo 2025 is shaping up to be a landmark edition, and CP PLUS is thrilled to lead the conversation around India’s emerging surveillance revolution. This year, we’re unveiling a diverse constellation of products that reflect the evolving needs of the modern consumer and the leaps in our in-house R&D.
At the center will be our newly launched AIpowered facial recognition cameras, designed for both indoor and outdoor settings, and capable of recognizing and tagging familiar faces in real time. These are surveillance systems that don’t just record, they understand.
We’ll also showcase Solar-powered floodlight cameras, an innovation that merges outdoor lighting with advanced security. These are ideal for driveways, gardens, and perimeters. combining deterrence with high-definition vigilance.
Another exciting segment is our CP PLUS CarKams, an intelligent line of dashcams with real-time connectivity and accident detection features. These are designed to cater to the booming automotive security segment, enabling surveillance beyond home and office.
Professionals can also experience live demos of our advanced innovations, crafted to provide scalable security for homes, villas, and even
small commercial spaces. As always, our stall is more than an exhibit, it’s a glimpse into the future of Indian-made smart security.
Having participated in several editions of Smart Home Expo, what has been your experience so far? What drives your continued involvement, and how do you envision the expo contributing to the growth and awareness of the smart home industry in the future?
Our journey with the Smart Home Expo has been nothing short of inspiring. Over the years, this platform has evolved into the epicenter of India’s smart tech movement, gathering visionaries, creators, and consumers under one roof. For CP PLUS, each edition offers a crucible of insights, a space where we don’t just showcase our products, but engage, learn, and collaborate.
Our continued involvement is driven by two key forces: industry transformation and consumer empowerment. As leaders in the surveillance domain, it is both our duty and privilege to showcase what’s possible when indigenous innovation meets real-world need. It is through platforms like the Smart Home Expo that we share our technological breakthroughs, launch new products, and most importantly, listen to the voices of our users.
We believe the Expo plays a pivotal role in shaping India’s smart future, driving awareness, inspiring adoption, and creating a collaborative ecosystem where ideas turn into innovations.
As we look to the future, CP PLUS envisions this platform becoming a global hub for Madein-Bharat excellence, and we remain proud participants in this journey towards a smarter, safer, and more secure tomorrow.
Discover Basalte’s Refined Smart Home Ecosystem
Tom Samyn
Sales and Marketing Director, Basalte
Can you tell us about the story behind Basalte and how the company has evolved within the smart home industry?
Basalte’s story began with a clear need in the market and a bold vision to meet it. Our CEO and Co-founder, Klaas Arnout, started his career as an integrator in high-end residential projects. He consistently heard the same frustration from architects and homeowners: while the smart home technology worked well, the switches didn’t match the refined aesthetics of their interiors.
Driven by this gap, Klaas and Sandra Maes (his wife, co-founder and interior designer) set out on a mission. They designed the `Sentido’ a touch sensitive keypad, marking the start of a new chapter where sophisticated design, intuitive technology and smart home innovation go hand in hand.
At the heart of it all lies our mission: to
Tom Samyn, Sales and Marketing Director, Basalte, shares insights into the brand’s journey, its design-driven tech innovations, and the ongoing association with Smart Home Expo.
enhance living in luxury homes around the world by combining design and technology. Our ambition is to blend that technology into daily lives making homes more intuitive and a pleasure to live in. By uniting all smart functionalities into one seamless system, we take the complexity out of the equation, allowing homeowners to experience the luxury of simplicity. And for integrators, we provide the tools they need to work efficiently and precisely. Our software, Basalte Studio, is easy to configure and designed to streamline installation and setup - ensuring every project is delivered with ease and confidence.
Over the years, Basalte has evolved into a comprehensive ecosystem that is called ‘Basalte Home’. From multifunctional design switches and elegant touch displays to motion sensors, refined speakers, iPad mounts and luxury door communication. We offer a complete solution built around comfort, simplicity and architectural elegance. All products are developed in-house in Belgium, with a relentless focus on high-end quality, innovation and intuitive user experience.
At Basalte, we don’t just create beautiful hardware: we develop and design the software as well, ensuring a seamless and elegant user experience, inside and out.
With every launch, we raise the bar for what home automation should look and feel like: effortlessly intuitive, beautifully integrated, and designed to either disappear into the architecture or stand out like a piece of art.
Basalte is known for combining technology with design. Could you elaborate on your
design philosophy and how you ensure your products are both functional and visually appealing?
At Basalte, design is never an afterthought, it’s at the core of everything we do. Our design philosophy is rooted in simplicity, elegance and timelessness. We believe that technology should enhance the home, not distract from it. That’s why we design products where form and function exist in perfect harmony.
We work with the most exclusive materials and fabrics, handled by people who are passionate about their craft. The finishes are refined, the details intentional and the forms minimal - allowing our products to either blend seamlessly into the architecture or stand out as bold design statements.
Functionality goes hand in hand with this design approach. We design every user interface to be clear, responsive and userfriendly. This approach removes complexity, making everyday living more comfortable and intuitive. We hide the complexity behind
a seamless interface, making the technology feel natural and effortless.
Whether it’s a multifunctional switch, a touch display or a motion sensor, each element is designed to elevate the interior while making everyday life more comfortable. Overall, we deliver the utmost level of quality to create a fantastic user experience for the homeowner.
What are some of the standout products in Basalte’s range? How do these products enhance the overall smart home experience for users?
Adelante, our luxury door phone, is a true design statement with a modular formperfectly integrated into the Basalte Home system. It marks the first time we extend our refined design language from the interior to the very entrance of the home.
With studio-quality sound and seamless integration into the interior, Basalte multiroom audio is effortlessly controlled via the Basalte Home app, keypads or tailored comfort scenes. True luxury is incomplete without music. Music is deeply personal: it sets the mood, stirs emotion, and brings depth to every room.
They transform the intelligent home into a refined living environment that anticipates the needs of its users with simplicity and style.
Can you tell us about the new range you’ll be showcasing at the Smart Home Expo 2025?
Our new flagship Aalto F5 isn’t just a speakerit’s a unique mix of premium and precise audio quality and a modern and minimalist design. Every detail is engineered for performance, with refined metallic and paint finishes that match a wide range of high- quality acoustic fabrics that elevate any interior.
To complement this powerhouse, we created the new ‘Atlas’ TV stand - sharing the same design and built to integrate seamlessly. Together, they redefine home entertainment: immersive, elegant and effortlessly refined.
Apart from the new range, what are the ranges you plan to display at Smart Home Expo 2025?
We plan to showcase a selection of our core products at Smart Home Expo 2025. This includes our elegant design switches - Sentido, Fibonacci and Chopinpaired with our intuitive touch displays Lena, Ellie and Lisa. We’ll also present our discrete motion sensor Auro, our luxury door phone Adelante and Rondo – our premium wall speaker that pairs high performance with a playful design.
You’ve been associated and participating in Smart Home Expo for several editions. What has your experience been so far, and what motivates you to continue participating? Additionally, how do you see the expo contributing to the growth and awareness of the smart home industry in the future?
Our experience at Smart Home Expo has been truly rewarding. It’s a well-curated event that brings together integrators, architects,
designers, and technology experts - offering a valuable platform to share our latest Basalte Home innovations and connect with likeminded professionals.
We see great potential in the Indian luxury smart home market. With a growing demand for intelligent and safe living, our vision of refined, intuitive technology fits right in. It enhances daily life in a natural way. Smart Home Expo also enables us to build lasting relationships with partners who share our passion for design and innovation, while supporting and inspiring India’s thriving community of integrators and design professionals.
Procella Audio Brings Cinematic Precision to Luxury Living
Can you tell us a little about Procella Audio and its journey in the high-end audio industry? What sets Procella apart from other audio brands?
Procella Audio began with a singular, shared vision between me and my Co-Founder, Anders Uggelberg: to deliver the emotional power of cinematic sound to both professional and private cinemas. Originally developed for DTS’s reference cinema in London, in 2005, our loudspeakers are now used in top-tier studios, private cinemas, and homes worldwide. What sets us apart is our commitment to studiograde accu racy: every system is engineered to meet or exceed THX, Dolby and DTS reference standards.
Combine that superior audio quality with installation flexibility, thanks to our shallow cabinets and clever mounting options, and you have the winning formula that allows for
Gerben Van Duyl, Sales Director APAC, Procella Audio, discusses the brand’s journey from DTS’s reference cinema to becoming a global name in high-performance audio. Known for studio-grade accuracy and elegant integration, Procella is now bringing its signature cinematic sound to India’s luxury homes. Ahead of Smart Home Expo 2025, Gerben Van Duyl shares what’s new and what sets Procella apart in a rapidly evolving market.
elegant integration into any space.
Could you give us an overview of your current product range? What are some of the most innovative features that Procella Audio’s products offer?
Our product range includes high-performance loudspeakers, subwoofers, amplifiers, and soon: electronics! More about that in the coming months...
Notable innovations that are included in all of our loudspeakers are Italian hand-made compression drivers, closed box cabinets and large-diameter mid-range and bass drivers.
We’re also proud of how seamlessly our systems perform in acoustically challenging rooms, thanks to carefully engineered dispersion patterns and a focus on real-world installation and integration.
Gerben Van Duyl
Sales Director APAC, Procella Audio
As consumer demands for multi-purpose entertainment spaces grow, how does Procella Audio adapt its products to meet the needs of both home theatre enthusiasts and professional users?
Scalability is built into our product line-up. While our roots are in professional cinema audio, our systems have evolved to support multi-functional entertainment spaces whether that’s a hybrid media lounge, a performance-grade screening room, or a discrete AV-integrated living area.
One of the new and exciting developments is LED Video walls in cinemas, the first ones we see now being installed in high-end private cinemas, also in India. Procella Audio has a unique experience working with LED video walls. We have over a decade of experience in providing audio for such video walls and we have Above Screen loudspeakers for small. medium and large room applications.
What are your offerings in the luxury audio segment, especially for the Indian market?
Of course, India is a very important market for us, and India’s luxury sector is undergoing
remarkable growth, with increasing demand for top-tier entertainment environments. We offer our dealers in India our full support in the following ways:
• Project-specific audio consultation and system design advice.
• Collaboration with developers and architects to integrate home cinemas seamlessly into premium villas,
• Helping to deliver systems that balance aesthetic subtlety with the cinematic power you would expect from Procella Audio, perfectly suited for modern Indian residences
Can you tell us about the new products you’ll be showcasing at the Smart Home Expo 2025?
At Smart Home Expo 2025, we are presenting our full loudspeaker range, including our latest Procella loudspeaker, the P5oCW, which builds on the success of the P5iCW, but now in an On wall & On ceiling version, with even better ‘Aiming’ capability!
We will also introduce our new P21Si subwoofer, featuring the same beloved 21” driver from the V21, but now in a single-driver cabinet,
designed specifically for Waveforming applications for larger rooms.
Apart from the new range, what other products can professionals expect to see at your stall at the Smart Home Expo?
Visitors to our stall can expect:
• The full range of Procella loudspeakers and subwoofers.
• Our high-power multi-channel amplifiers, the DA03-DSP and DA08-DSP, have been wildly successful best-sellers in the past year!
• We will also be conducting training sessions for our dealers, in which we will go into deep detail on the audio characteristics and underlying technology of our products. This will be on an invitation only basis, through our distributor partner in India, Prince AV.
You’ve been associated and participating in the Smart Home Expo for several editions. What has your experience been
so far, and what motivates you to continue participating? Additionally, how do you see the expo contributing to the growth and awareness of the smart home industry in the future?
Our distributor partner in India, Prince AV, has been exhibiting at the Smart Home Expo for many years. I am pleased to come and attend the show this year and support them, and I hope and expect that this will become an annual presence on my part, for many years to come.
It’s a great opportunity to meet with all the dealers in India who have been supporting our brand and installing Procella Audio loudspeakers in their projects. It’s a chance to learn more about India and how we can support our dealers even better in the future.
Once again, thank you for the opportunity. I look forward to contributing to your April issue and sharing our passion for performance audio with your readers.
Osum to Launch Elevate8 Series at Smart Home Expo 2025
Sachin Motwani Founder, Osum Smart Innovations
What new range do you plan to launch or display at Smart Home Expo 2025?
At Smart Home Expo 2025, we are proud to unveil the Elevate8 Series Scene Controller, the latest innovation in our premium home automation lineup. Designed to redefine the smart living experience, Elevate8 seamlessly blends advanced technology, elegant design, and user-centric functionality into one refined interface.
The Elevate8 Series supports up to 32 customizable scenes per controller, complete with a built-in DALI gateway. This enables users to take full control of lighting, curtains, fans, air conditioners, and a wide range of smart devices—all from a single, intuitive panel. Crafted with premium metal-finish panels, available in a variety of textures and shades, Elevate8 is designed to complement modern architectural aesthetics while adding a touch of sophistication to any space.
Sachin Motwani, Founder, Osum Smart Innovations, unveils the Elevate8 Series Scene Controller at Smart Home Expo 2025. Blending sleek design with powerful automation, Elevate8 reimagines smart living with seamless control, customization, and elegance, marking a bold step forward in Osum’s vision for intelligent Indian homes.
Its modular design allows for up to eight buttons per module, offering customization that caters to individual preferences and room-specific requirements. Each button is designed with premium tactile feedback, delivering a satisfying click that reflects the controller’s focus on quality and comfort. Integrated LED indicators and soft backlighting provide effortless usability, even in low-light environments.
Elevate8 is also engineered for flexibility and ease of installation. Whether it’s a new construction or a retrofit project, the system requires no major wiring changes, making it ideal for a wide range of installations. Beyond its sleek appearance and intelligent design, Elevate8 offers seamless integration with leading voice assistants and mobile platforms, enabling remote access, scene activation, and automation scheduling with ease.
More than just a control panel, the Elevate8
Series is a premium gateway to simplified, scene-based living. Visit our booth at Smart Home Expo 2025 and experience how Elevate8 empowers intelligent living with refined design and exceptional performance.
You’ve been associated with and participating in the Smart Home Expo for several editions. What has your experience been so far, and what motivates you to continue participating? Additionally, how do you see the expo contributing to the growth and awareness of the smart home industry in the future?
Osum Smart Innovations has been consistently present at the Smart Home Expo over several editions. Osum Smart Innovations views this premier event as far more than just a showcase—it’s a vital catalyst for the rapidly growing smart home ecosystem in India.
Our journey with the expo has been immensely rewarding. It offers an unmatched platform for meaningful engagement with a diverse audience that includes discerning homeowners, visionary architects, forwardthinking system integrators, and influential developers. This direct interaction not only allows us to present our latest innovations but also provides critical insights into the evolving needs and expectations of Indian consumers.
More than a venue for product demonstrations and lead generation, the Expo has played a pivotal role in strengthening brand recognition and nurturing industry relationships. Our continued participation reflects Osum Smart Innovations’ long-term commitment to the
Indian smart home sector and reinforces our position as a trusted, forward-looking brand. The opportunity to connect with partners— and even competitors—encourages valuable collaboration and helps us stay ahead of emerging trends.
Our motivation to return year after year is deeply rooted in our belief in the transformative potential of smart home technology and the vast opportunities within the Indian market. The Smart Home Expo is a powerful engine driving this transformation. It democratizes access to knowledge, raises awareness of the tangible benefits of smart living, and fosters a vibrant community of industry experts and enthusiasts.
Looking to the future, we believe the Smart Home Expo will play an even more significant role in shaping the industry. From showcasing cutting-edge developments like AI and IoT integration to driving standardization and interoperability through protocols like Matter, the event is paving the way for a more unified and intuitive smart home experience. Moreover, it continues to attract investment and fuel innovation, positioning India as a global leader in the smart home revolution.
For Osum Smart Innovations, the Smart Home Expo is more than an event—it’s a shared journey. It represents our ongoing commitment to empowering Indian homes with intelligent, intuitive, and beautifully designed technology. We look forward to contributing to its continued success and to accelerating the smart home movement across the country.
Snap One to Unveil the Future of Smart Living with Control4 X4 and LUX Keypads
Adam Merlino
Vice President & General Manager, Asia Pacific, ADI Global-Snap One
Can you provide an overview of Snap One and its journey in the home automation industry?
Snap One is a pioneer in the smart home and home automation space, known for delivering cutting-edge, reliable solutions to both residential and commercial markets. Originally founded in 2005 by technology integrators who aimed to simplify installation and support for professionals, the company has since become a leading force in the industry. A major milestone in our journey was the 2019 merger with Control4 — a renowned name in automation — enabling us to unify our platforms and bring an exceptional experience to end users and trade partners alike. Today, Control4 powers over 600,000 smart homes and orchestrates more than 15 million connected devices globally.
Our portfolio has expanded steadily over the
Adam Merlino, Vice President & General Manager - Asia Pacific, ADI Global/Snap One, shares how Snap One is redefining the smart home landscape with innovation, integration, and a clear vision for the future. As the company prepares to make a strong statement at Smart Home Expo 2025, Merlino discusses the upcoming launch of the gamechanging Control4 X4 platform and the elegant LUX lighting range.
years through strategic acquisitions, including Access Networks and remote support leader Parasol. And in 2024, our acquisition by Resideo marked another exciting chapter, setting the stage for even greater global reach and product integration.
Now as part of Resideo, Snap One has joined forces with ADI Global Distribution — a
powerhouse in global systems integration and technology distribution. This combination has allowed us to strengthen our footprint and deliver unparalleled value to our professional customers. Under the promise of being Even Better Together, we are now able to offer the best of both worlds: premium solutions from Snap One’s innovative brand portfolio and ADI’s proven supply chain, logistics, and customer service capabilities.
Together, we’re committed to making smart living more accessible, scalable, and satisfying for trade customers and their clients — not just in India, but across the globe.
Snap One offers a broad range of products and solutions for smart homes. Could you highlight some of the key products in your portfolio that are currently driving the most excitement?
Control4’s highly anticipated X4 user experience platform, expected internationally later in 2025, marks a transformative advancement with its seamless Apple HomeKit integration. This redesigned interface
elevates smart home control by introducing intuitive customization options such as curated routines and widgets, enabling users to personalize and adapt their environments effortlessly. The platform features a modern, minimalist design with a powerful home screen that consolidates device management and offers unified control across Apple devices, including CarPlay, iPhone Control Center, and Mac Desktop. Users can also activate scenes via Siri and fine-tune individual device settings, creating a deeper, more connected smart home experience tailored to their lifestyle
We’re also incredibly excited about the debut of
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our LUX lighting range, which will be launched alongside X4—LUX by Control4 is tailored for discerning clients and luxury projects, providing a premium, customizable lighting control solution that blends seamlessly with sophisticated interiors. The line is positioned as a major leap forward in both style and ergonomic functionality, giving homeowners and integrators new levels of design flexibility and performance
Across our portfolio from Control4, Luma, and Triad to Araknis, WattBox, and Episode—we continue to evolve our offerings, helping trade partners deliver intuitive, reliable, and truly
delightful smart home experiences.
Can you tell us about the new range you’ll be showcasing at the Smart Home Expo 2025?
At Smart Home Expo 2025, we’re proud to showcase the upcoming Control4 X4 platform, a transformative leap forward in user interaction and system flexibility. With features like home screen Widgets, enhanced personalisation, and faster response times, X4 is designed to put intuitive control into the hands of every homeowner.
We’re also unveiling our much-anticipated LUX keypad range, offering a premium aesthetic and tactile experience for lighting control. These keypads marry smart functionality with elevated design, giving both integrators and homeowners new ways to enrich their environments.
Apart from the new range, what ranges do you plan to display at Smart Home Expo 2025?
In addition to Control4 X4 and LUX, we’re
showcasing major enhancements across our broader product ecosystem. Our Triad Cinema Speakers have just received a performance update, delivering reference-quality audio in any room.
Our infrastructure lines—WattBox (power), Araknis (networking), Binary (AV distribution), and Luma (surveillance)—continue to evolve with new feature sets that enhance installation flexibility, system health visibility, and performance reliability.
Moreover, our Connected Suite of products
is leading the way in whole-home AV and automation. With seamless streaming and switching of audio/video content, from any brand within the suite to any zone in the home our systems deliver unmatched integration power. Combined with our free OvrC remote system management, diagnostics, and proactive service software, we’re offering integrators a powerful toolkit for smarter homes and businesses.
What are your plans for expanding the market for Snap One products in India?
India continues to be an exciting growth market for Snap One, and our strategy is centred around meaningful engagement. With new product launches like Control4 X4 and LUX, we’re enhancing the value proposition for both trade professionals and homeowners.
Beyond product, we’re investing in strategic training programs, in-market support, and dealer engagement initiatives to ensure our partners are equipped for success. By deepening our relationships and continuously
evolving our offerings, we aim to support the Indian market with smart solutions that are as scalable as they are sophisticated.
You’ve been associated and participating in the Smart Home Expo for several editions. What has your experience been so far, and what motivates you to continue participating? Additionally, how do you see the expo contributing to the growth and awareness of the smart home industry in the future?
We absolutely love being part of the Smart Home World Expo. It offers an unmatched platform to connect with our trade partners,
understand their needs, and share our latest innovations. It’s not just about product— it’s about building lasting relationships and celebrating the shared goal of elevating the smart home experience.
What keeps us coming back is the passion of the community. The expo fosters awareness, education, and collaboration across the industry, and we see it playing an ever-growing role in shaping the smart homes of tomorrow.
As more homeowners in India embrace connected living, events like this are critical in showcasing the art of the possible, and we’re proud to be part of that journey.
Atios: Smart Homes with Wired Reliability & Seamless Control
Malte Göller CEO, ATIOS
Can you provide an overview of ATIOS and its journey in the smart home and home automation industry?
Atios started with a focus on wireless smart home products, which we successfully developed and later sold as a dedicated division. When planning our next generation of devices, we made a clear decision to go wired. The reasons were simple: wireless means ongoing maintenance with batteries, which doesn’t scale well in large or newly built properties. And when you’re already laying cables, it makes sense to transmit both power and data—exactly what bus-based systems like KNX and DALI are made for.
KNX and DALI are well-established, reliable standards with no vendor lock-in on the hardware side. However, each manufacturer tends to build their own app, leading to fragmented control systems. That’s why we combine wired bus systems with Matter—the
Malte Göller, CEO, ATIOS discusses the upcoming launch of the Atios KNX Bridge and Atios SmartCore at Smart Home Expo 2025.
only truly open app and voice control protocol, backed by Apple, Google, Amazon, and others. This gives integrators and homeowners the best of both worlds: robust infrastructure with seamless control.
Atios emphasizes being Easy, Flexible, and Secure—how do you achieve this balance while maintaining cost-effective, highquality Smart Home products?
Easy: Matter provides an intuitive app and voice control for users, and daisy-chained bus wiring is simple for electricians—often much easier than individually pairing wireless devices.
Flexible: Bus systems and Matter scale easily. You can add devices, scenes, and automation later, and since these standards are futureoriented, they adapt well over time.
Secure: Matter is encrypted end-to-end and
supports local-only communication. KNX and DALI are inherently secure by requiring physical access, and KNX Secure, is now encrypted too.
All our development is done in-house in Switzerland—from hardware to software— including our own Matter stack running on a single microcontroller. This tight integration ensures high quality and cost efficiency.
Does the Atios SmartCore require an active internet connection to function? And how does the Matter standard fit into your current or future product strategy?
No, SmartCore and our other devices work completely locally. Logic, automation, and control are all on-device. While Apple and Google ecosystems may require the internet for voice control, Matter is designed to support fully local operation too. Platforms like Home Assistant already prove this.
We’ve chosen not to build our app. Instead, we rely on Matter as the future of smart home control—just like Apple Pay and Google Pay have become the default for digital payments, Matter will become the default for smart device control.
With DALI now a standard in lighting, how does your built-in KNX-DALI gateway reduce installation complexity and hardware requirements?
The Atios KNX Bridge combines three devices into one: a KNX IP interface, a KNX-DALI gateway, and a Matter bridge. This means fewer modules, lower costs, and a more compact distribution board. The Bridge also powers the DALI bus directly, eliminating the need for a separate power supply and DALI gateway— simplifying both planning and installation.
What advantages does your built-in KNXIP interface offer when connecting to ETS, especially for integrators and installers?
The KNX IP interface works immediately—just plug in via Ethernet and start programming in ETS. There’s no need for an external IP router or USB dongle. It supports multiple connections,
so programming and diagnostics can be done simultaneously.
We’re also preparing support for ETS Cloud Connect, which will allow remote programming, and KNX IP Secure, adding encrypted access. These features will make remote troubleshooting and updates easier— no need for physical site visits for small changes.
How does Atios leverage proven technologies like KNX, DALI, and Matter to simplify smart home installations while staying future-ready? KNX, DALI, and Matter are all strong, open standards—and they’re still being developed further. Our approach combines them in a way that’s already future-ready, but we also support their continued evolution.
At the same time, we know that some tools, like ETS, can be overkill for certain projects. We’re working on simplified configuration tools to make setup even easier, especially in large-scale deployments.
Can you tell us about the new range you’ll be showcasing at the Smart Home Expo 2025?
At the Expo, we’re launching our two product lines for the Indian market:
∙ Atios KNX Bridge: Designed for mid to highend villas with KNX-based systems.
∙ Atios SmartCore: Ideal for large-scale residential developments, especially those with 100+ apartments. It can be marketed as “Matter-ready” and provides a full smart living experience with a great cost-performance ratio.
Given the scale of construction in India and the high level of technical talent in the integrator community, we believe our Swiss-engineered products are a great fit to bring modern automation to a wider market.
Hegel’s High-Performance Audio World: From SoundEngine to Smart Integration
Johan Coorg
Asia Sales Director, Hegel
Can you tell us about Hegel and the company’s journey?
Bent Holter, who holds a PhD in electronics and circuit design, is the mastermind behind the innovative technology in Hegel products, with several patents to his name. In his early days, Bent was the guitarist in an amateur rock band called The Hegel Band. Legend has it that before one of their gigs, their amplifier blew up, and with no money to buy a replacement, Bent offered to build a new one. The result was so impressive that friends soon asked for more. By the mid-1990s, Bent decided to channel this talent into creating high-performance amplifiers for home use. To this day, he remains the chief designer of all Hegel products.
Today, Hegel enjoys a stellar reputation worldwide among audiophiles who value exceptional sound quality and advanced
Interview with Johan Coorg, Asia Sales Director, Hegel shares Hegel’s journey, groundbreaking audio technologies, and what to expect from their showcase at Smart Home Expo 2025.
functionality—without the hefty price tag. Why? Because Hegel’s philosophy focuses on what truly matters: the technology inside. Their products may have an unassuming, minimalist design, but the real investment is in the superior audio performance that lies beneath the surface.
Could you provide an overview of your current product range? What are some of the standout products that you’re most excited about?
Hegel specializes in amplifiers, including both stereo and multichannel power amps. In addition to amplifiers, Hegel makes preamplifiers, DACs, and a CD player. In recent years, Hegel’s reputation has surged, particularly for its high-performance, multifunctional integrated amplifiers.
On a personal note, I’m a proud owner
of the H600, Hegel’s flagship integrated model. It embodies all of Hegel’s core strengths—delivering exceptional sound quality, remarkable versatility, and the convenience of a powerful all-in-one solution. It’s truly a standout in both performance and functionality.
Can you explain the technology behind your most popular products? How do these innovations contribute to a smarter and more efficient home?
All Hegel amps are very low distortion and linear in behaviour, blessed with a very high damping factor. This means all Hegel amplifiers can drive and control even the most unforgiving loudspeaker loads with astonishing ease. Even our baby-integrated H95 will do justice to drive speakers priced many times more.
Core Hegel technologies:
SoundEngine Technology
The patented Hegel SoundEngine technology ensures pristine audio performance by eliminating distortion at every amplifier stage. Unlike traditional class A and AB amplifiers, SoundEngine combines the best of both worlds—offering the warmth and detail of class A with the efficiency of class AB, without their typical drawbacks.
It cancels crossover distortion and highfrequency artifacts, which are often most noticeable to the human ear, delivering a cleaner, more dynamic sound. Using local, adaptive feedforward rather than global negative feedback, SoundEngine preserves the original music’s details and dynamic range, providing exceptional sound quality in every note.
HegaSynchroDAC
HegaSynchroDAC: Hegel has done a lot of research to be able to design the DAC converter boards in-house to convert digital audio data into high-resolution analog audio from the CDs. To be able to design the CD DAC converter boards in the best possible way requires a lot of deep technical knowledge in the fields of low-noise analog electronics,
high-frequency electronics, signal processing electronics and advanced circuit board layout techniques.
Can you tell us about the new range you’ll be showcasing at the Smart Home Expo 2025?
Hegel is excited that virtually all Hegel products can be witnessed at the Smart Home Expo 2025 with our India partner ProFX. Particular attention should be given to the new integrated amps H190V and H400 and also the C Series multi-channel power amps. Plus, the “beast” power amplifier H30A!
You’ve been associated and participated in Smart Home Expo for several editions. What has your experience been so far, and what motivates you to continue participating? Additionally, how do you see the expo contributing to the growth and awareness of the smart home industry in the future?
At PRO FX, our continued association with the Smart Home Expo over the years has been incredibly valuable. Each edition has not only allowed us to showcase our cutting-edge home automation and AV solutions but also provided a unique opportunity to engage directly with industry professionals, system integrators, and end-users who are shaping the future of smart living in India.
The experience has consistently been positive—well-organized, highly targeted, and rich in both insights and networking opportunities. What motivates us to return each year is the quality of interactions and the platform’s ability to keep pace with the evolving demands of the smart home industry. It’s a space where innovation meets real-world application, and that aligns perfectly with our brand philosophy.
We believe the Smart Home Expo plays a crucial role in driving awareness and adoption of smart home technologies. By bringing together leading brands, emerging startups, and tech-savvy consumers under one roof, the expo fosters an ecosystem that encourages collaboration, education, and innovation. As India continues its rapid digital transformation, events like this are essential for building a more informed and connected market—and we’re proud to be a part of that journey.
Loewe is a distinguished heritage brand with over a century of history and a pioneering legacy in luxury home entertainment. Founded in 1923, Loewe made its mark by inventing the first television in 1931—an innovation that set the foundation for the brand’s continued leadership in design and technology. Today, Loewe is present in more than 50 countries, recognised globally for its high-quality, elegantly crafted products that seamlessly combine technical excellence, iconic design, and contemporary lifestyle. Central to Loewe’s identity is its state-of-theart manufactory in Kronach, Germany, where traditional craftsmanship is fused with cuttingedge technology. This unique blend enables the creation of sustainable, high-performance products that embody precision, durability, and timeless aesthetic appeal.
Thillai Kumaran Somasundaram, International Sales Manager, Loewe, highlights the brand’s legacy in luxury home entertainment. He speaks about showcasing innovations like the Loewe aura.pure coffee machine, Loewe klang bar5mr sound system, and other products at Smart Home Expo 2025.
Loewe’s product portfolio spans premium TV lines and an expanding audio range, including smart radios, 3D Dolby Atmos soundbars, and multi-room speaker systems. Complementing
the main brand is We. by Loewe, designed for a younger audience, offering a stylish TV range and Bluetooth speakers. In the past year, Loewe introduced four new TV model series, a projector, and an espresso portafilter machine—marking its expansion into lifestyleoriented innovations.
To further enhance quality and design integration, Loewe has committed to manufacturing its own OLED display modules starting May 2024 at its historic production site in Kronach. This strategic move underscores the brand’s dedication to maintaining control over key technologies and delivering products
of exceptional craftsmanship and added value.
Could you provide an overview of your current product range? What are some of the standout products that you’re most excited about?
Loewe continues to evolve as a benchmark for innovation and refined living, combining timeless craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology to create products that elevate everyday experiences. Far more than a home entertainment brand, Loewe is shaping modern living with a clear focus on design, performance, and purposeful innovation. This
commitment remains central as the brand expands its global footprint and deepens its product offering.
Loewe’s premium models are a testament to its philosophy—seamlessly blending functionality, aesthetic excellence, and precision engineering to meet the expectations of discerning, quality-conscious customers. The brand’s ambition to continually reinvent itself is evident in both its core range and bold new ventures.
In 2024, Loewe expanded into a new Home category with the launch of the Loewe aura. pure – a premium portafilter coffee machine that combines advanced thermal block technology with refined aesthetics. Designed for passionate home baristas, it delivers freshly brewed, barista-quality coffee with effortless style and precision.
For a younger, tech-savvy audience, We. by
Loewe offers a range of standout lifestyle products. The We. BEAM is a smart, portable mini-projector with ALPD laser technology –perfect for flexible, high-quality entertainment on the go. The We. BOOST home theatre system, with Dolby Atmos, transforms any space into a cinematic experience, while the We. HEAR pro Outdoor Bluetooth speaker – developed in collaboration with Kylian Mbappé – impresses with powerful sound and sleek, modern design.
Together, Loewe and We. by Loewe continue to redefine innovation, luxury, and contemporary living through products that seamlessly integrate style, performance, and everyday functionality.
Can you tell us about the new range and the range you plan to showcase at the Smart Home Expo 2025?
At the Smart Home Expo 2025, Loewe will
showcase its latest product innovations, combining refined design, advanced technology, and modern lifestyle enhancement.
A standout highlight is the new Loewe aura. pure coffee machine – a must-have for home baristas. With its advanced thermal block technology, it delivers barista-quality coffee at home, from freshly ground beans to the perfect cup, all with signature Loewe elegance. Loewe will also present the powerful Loewe klang bar5mr sound system. Featuring Dolby Atmos, it offers an immersive 3D audio experience, bringing cinematic sound into the comfort of your home.
From We. by Loewe, visitors can experience the We. BEAM portable mini-projector with ALPD laser technology, the We. BOOST home theatre
system for rich, room-filling sound, and the We. HEAR pro Bluetooth speaker – developed in collaboration with Kylian Mbappé – which delivers bold sound and sleek, contemporary design.
Together, these products represent Loewe’s vision of smart, stylish, and sensory-rich living.
You’ve been associated and participating in the Smart Home Expo for several editions. What has your experience been so far, and what motivates you to continue participating? Additionally, how do you see the expo contributing to the growth and awareness of the smart home industry in the future?
This is our second session with Smart Home Expo and I think it’s a great platform which we should always focus on too. It’s been great so far with the right kind of exposure and narrative on the brand. For me, it’s always been the personal touch and feel of the product that drives the confidence of consumers.
Given the emphasis and value, we place on the design aspect of our products; this event allows the user to understand the awardwinning design, solid built and great sound performance envisioned into our products.
In a world where there’s an influx of cheap products flooding the online and retail markets, Smart Home Expo will grow to be the trusted platform for both the consumer and the premium brands.
Marvel Decor Ltd.’s Smart Shading Solutions Blends Tech with
Could you share details about the new product range you’ll be showcasing at the Smart Home Expo 2025?
At Smart Home Expo 2025, Marvel Decor Ltd. is excited to unveil the latest evolution in automated shading — our Solis Motors range. This line represents a perfect blend of precision engineering and intelligent automation, crafted for today’s smart spaces.
Solis Motors supports a full spectrum of technologies, including single motor variants with DCT, WT, RS485, and RTS protocols, allowing flexible application in both wired and wireless environments. The range is designed to be intuitive yet powerful built to fit effortlessly into contemporary interiors, whether for homes, offices, or hospitality spaces.
Solis Motors are Compatible with KNX protocol, for intelligently networking
Ashok Paun, Founder & Managing Director of Marvel Decor Ltd., shares how the brand’s expertise in blinds manufacturing has evolved into a refined approach to smart shading. As the official shades partner at Smart Home Expo 2025, Marvel Decor Ltd is set to introduce an advanced range of automated solutions that seamlessly blend intelligent control, energy efficiency, and modern aesthetics elevating everyday living through innovation.
state-of-the-art home and building system technologies. Features like sun tracking and time-based scheduling ensure that natural light is optimised while supporting thermal comfort and energy savings throughout the day. We have also introduced solar panel options for battery-operated motors bringing sustainability to the forefront of motorised shading.
Smart home compatibility remains a cornerstone of our innovation. Our motorization range now supports Zigbee motors for Apple HomeKit, alongside Alexa, Google Assistant, and voice-controlled ecosystems. Moreover, our solutions interface smoothly with platforms such as Crestron, Control4, Legrand, Lutron, Dynalite, Jung, and Schneider Electric — empowering designers and integrators to create cohesive, truly intelligent environments. Whether you’re seeking refined automation
or full-scale integration, Solis along with our broader range of motors at Marvel delivers unmatched versatility, design harmony, and future-ready performance, all seamlessly at your command.
What are the standout features and innovative technologies integrated into your Smart Blinds?
Marvel Decor’s Smart Blinds are transforming how interiors respond to light, mood, and daily rhythm. Our systems allow users to simulate natural ambience — like the golden warmth of a 5 PM sunset at 9 AM — by syncing blinds with artificial lighting. With automation and scheduling, blinds can open at sunrise, close at dusk, and adjust intuitively based on realtime light, temperature, or motion, enhancing comfort and energy efficiency.
Our range merges smart technology with versatile design. The Colby Top-Down BottomUp blinds offer pinpoint control over light entry, while the Colby Day & Night system offers the flexibility to alternate between two selected fabrics, tailored to your changing needs. One Touch Up roller and One Touch Down roman blinds bring ease to daily control, and Patricia offers a decoratively smart option that enhances interiors with rich textures and visual appeal.
Seirra blinds deliver the elegance of curtains in a sleek format, with aluminium foil embedded for heat insulation. Grayson blends subtle style with light management, suitable
for both homes and offices — as are all our blinds. Meliso fuses roman and roller features into one refined solution, while Arcline brings architectural elegance with its signature arched design which is customized.Together, these smart blinds are designed to adapt, enhance, and elevate every kind of space — merging functionality with timeless style.
Can you describe your operating systems? Are they compatible with multiple platforms, or are they designed for specific systems?
Marvel Decor Ltd. delivers advanced operating technologies built to support both smart homes and commercial automation. Solis Motors are engineered for seamless integration with KNX systems, ensuring compatibility with BMS and BAS platforms for intelligent building control. Our systems also work fluidly with major ecosystems like Crestron, Control4, Legrand, Lutron, Dynalite, Jung, and Schneider Electric, making them ideal for multi-platform environments.
We offer a full range of operation modes — from classic manual systems like ball chains
and clutches to remote-controlled, wired (WT), and wire-free (WF) motorized options. Smart features like One Touch Up, One Touch Down, and Top-Down Bottom-Up systems add convenience and precise light control.
For connected living, Marvel blinds integrate effortlessly with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri, and Apple HomeKit (via Zigbee motors). The Tahoma app further streamlines control, allowing users to automate scenes and manage multiple spaces with ease.
What personalised and customised services do you offer to meet the unique needs of your clients?
At Marvel Decor Ltd., we believe that every space tells a story — and our role is to complement that story with solutions that are as unique as the people who inhabit them. Personalisation is deeply embedded in our process, from concept to execution. Clients have the freedom to choose from an extensive library of fabrics, styles, control systems, and sizes — each blind is made to order, ensuring it integrates flawlessly with the architecture and personality of the space.
But customisation at Marvel Decor Ltd. goes beyond product selection. We provide expert design consultation to help clients make informed decisions that balance functionality with aesthetics. Our teams work closely with interior designers, architects, and end-users to co-create solutions that enhance ambience, comfort, and utility. We also pride ourselves on one of the fastest production-todelivery timelines in the industry, dispatching orders within 48 hours of confirmation.
Perhaps most importantly, our relationship with the client doesn’t end after installation. Our after-sales support is proactive, responsive, and dedicated to ensuring the longevity and performance of every product we deliver. From troubleshooting to upgrades, we stand by our commitment to offer not just a
product, but a lasting partnership rooted in reliability and trust.
You offer one of the largest selections of shade selectors. Could you elaborate on the variety and how they enhance user experience?
Our collection of shades is more than a catalog it’s a carefully curated palette of possibilities. With over 2,000 fabric options spread across 17 product categories, Marvel Decor Ltd. offers one of the most extensive and diverse selections in the industry. Each shade has been handpicked to satisfy a wide range of design languages, lifestyle preferences, and technical requirements.
We offer everything from light-filtering sheers that soften interiors with grace, to translucent fabrics that balance brightness and privacy, and blackout materials that ensure complete
darkness when needed. Our performance fabrics further enhance the experience — the Shein range is fire-retardant for added safety in commercial and residential projects, while the Allure collection features aluminumbacked fabrics that provide excellent thermal insulation, contributing to energy efficiency and indoor climate control.
What sets us apart is the ability to customise. Clients can personalise their blinds with printed patterns, brand identities, or artistic visuals, making every window a canvas for creativity. Whether the goal is aesthetic harmony, energy conservation, privacy, or bold expression, our collection ensures that every vision finds its perfect match.
Zennio to Unveil RemoteBOX and Champagne Collection at Smart Home Expo 2025
Javier Fernández Garrido
Hospitality Vertical Manager, Zennio
Can you walk us through Zennio’s journey and how the company has evolved over the years? What is the range of products you offer today?
Zennio was founded in 2005 with a clear mission: to enhance comfort and energy efficiency through innovative and reliable automation solutions. From the outset, our focus on engineering excellence and adaptability has driven a consistent path of growth, making us one of the most internationally recognized KNX manufacturers today.
We were the first Spanish company to develop and certify a KNX product. Just five years into our journey, over 70% of our revenue already came from international markets—a trend that continues to this day. Today, Zennio operates in 123 countries and has 11 subsidiaries across Spain, Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Mexico, the Dominican Republic, Costa Rica,
Javier Fernández Garrido, Hospitality Vertical Manager, Zenniodraft, discusses the tailored solution the brands offer for the hospitality industry and more.
the Middle East, the United States, Italy, and Singapore. This international structure enables us to offer localized technical support while maintaining a unified product vision.
Over the past two decades, we’ve delivered more than 12,000 projects and automated over 90,000 hotel rooms and 35,000 residences. Our product portfolio includes a wide range of
KNX-certified devices: multifunction actuators for controlling lighting, HVAC, blinds, and access; sleek and customizable user interfaces such as capacitive switches and touch panels; and various modules that ensure robust, centralized control.
But beyond the devices themselves, what truly sets Zennio apart is the power and flexibility of our full solution. It is designed for seamless integration—not just within the KNX ecosystem, but also with third-party systems such as PMS, BMS, AV, and access control platforms. This ability to interconnect and adapt to each project’s specific ecosystem makes our technology both scalable and future-proof.
Whether in residential, hospitality, or commercial environments, we deliver a complete, stable, and tailored automation experience that evolves with our clients’ needs.
Zennio has a strong presence in the hospitality industry. Could you share insights into the specialized solutions you offer for this sector?
The strength of Zennio’s hospitality solution lies in its remarkable versatility and robustness. We deliver a standardised yet fully scalable system that seamlessly adapts to any type of hotel—whether it’s a six-star luxury resort, a 5,000-room Caribbean complex, a boutique
hotel, or even our smallest project to date: a one-room lighthouse in Spain.
Built on the KNX protocol, our ecosystem enables the intelligent control of virtually any function a hotel may require: lighting, climate, blinds, fans, underfloor heating, scene management, and more, independently or in combination. The system is highly customizable, adapting to both architectural aesthetics and operational needs.
Our solution also brings substantial energy efficiency benefits. We don’t just enable savings—we empower hotels with realtime consumption monitoring and detailed analytics, allowing better decisions, predictive maintenance, and sustainability tracking. This is a critical advantage in today’s competitive and eco-conscious market.
One of Zennio’s strongest differentiators is our outstanding integration capability. Our Guest Room Management System (GRMS) is designed to interact seamlessly with third-party platforms such as PMS (Opera, Protel, etc.), Access Control Systems (Salto, Vingcard, Dormakaba, etc), housekeeping and maintenance apps (H-mobile, HotSOS, etc), mobile guest apps, BMS, and back-ofhouse systems. This open integration layer ensures that our solution becomes the digital backbone of hotel operations, improving both
guest satisfaction and staff efficiency.
The value we offer extends beyond technology. Large hotel groups trust us because our platform guarantees a consistent, standardized experience across locations while remaining flexible enough to meet local and brand-specific requirements. That’s why global brands such as Hilton, Waldorf Astoria, Marriott, Ritz-Carlton, St. Regis, Accor, IHG, Iberostar, Six Senses, Hard Rock, Radisson, Hyatt, and Rosewood have chosen Zennio.
Some iconic projects that exemplify our impact include:
* Six Senses Ibiza (Spain) — where sustainability and luxury meet through advanced room automation.
* Ritz-Carlton Nekajui and Waldorf Astoria in Costa Rica — both prime examples of ultraluxury automation integrated with nature.
* St. Regis Cap Cana (Dominican Republic), Sofitel The Grand Amsterdam, and Meliá ME Milan — each with distinct architectures, unified by Zennio’s reliability and design adaptability.
For both residential and commercial segments, what are some of the standout features and innovations in your product
range? How do these products enhance user experiences in smart living environments?
Zennio offers a holistic and reliable smart automation ecosystem tailored to both residential and commercial environments. While the core architecture remains the same, we adapt the focus of each project to the priorities of the end user—comfort and personalization in homes, efficiency and scalability in commercial spaces.
In the residential segment, homeowners value the ability to fully personalize their spaces. Our system enables users to control every aspect of the home—lighting, climate, shutters, scenes, and more—directly from their smartphone or tablet, even remotely. Real-time status monitoring, custom scenes (such as `relax’, `welcome’, or `away’), and seamless transitions between day and night modes all contribute to a superior lifestyle experience. Our elegant capacitive touch panels—Z50, Z70, and Z100—further enhance this experience with high-definition displays, intuitive interfaces, and full customization to match any interior design.
On the commercial side, the focus shifts toward intelligent energy management and
system integration. Our solutions excel in smart lighting control with DALI interfaces, real-time consumption tracking, presencebased automation, and detailed analytics. In particular, our presence sensors with CO₂ detection bring added value in terms of comfort, air quality, and space optimization— key considerations in modern workspaces and public buildings.
Moreover, the system supports emergency lighting reporting and predictive maintenance, helping facility managers reduce operational costs and streamline compliance with safety regulations.
Ultimately, what makes Zennio’s approach unique is the flexibility and depth of a single, unified solution that scales effortlessly from apartments to large commercial buildings, while offering best-in-class user interfaces, integration capabilities, and performance reliability.
Integration is key in smart home ecosystems. How do Zennio’s products integrate with existing smart home systems? Are they compatible with multiple platforms, or are they designed for specific ecosystems? Please elaborate on the interoperability of your solutions.
Interoperability is a core strength of Zennio’s
architecture. As a native KNX manufacturer, we build open and future-ready systems that are designed to integrate—not isolate. This allows our products to communicate seamlessly with a wide range of third-party platforms, both in residential and commercial applications.
Through our KNX-IP interface, Zennio systems can connect with popular voice assistants such as Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant, as well as third-party control systems, including AV platforms, Building Management Systems (BMS), and energy metering solutions. This ensures full flexibility for integrators and end users who wish to create comprehensive, unified environments.
In addition, Zennio offers integration with video intercom systems, significantly expanding
functionality when combined with our KNX ecosystem. Users can view IP cameras and door stations directly on our touch panels, enabling a seamless and intuitive experience for both access control and surveillance.
This level of integration enables homeowners and facility managers alike to consolidate control, improve security, and enhance user interaction—all within a single, elegant and reliable platform. Whether it’s controlling your home with a voice command or centralizing energy and lighting management in a
commercial building, Zennio is designed to be at the heart of your smart ecosystem.
Looking ahead, what exciting new products or innovations can we expect from Zennio at Smart Home Expo 2025?
At Smart Home Expo 2025, visitors can expect to see a clear reflection of Zennio’s vision for the future: smarter integration, enhanced user experience, and an ever-closer union between technology and design.
Among the key innovations we’ll showcase is the ShutterBOX Drive 4CH, a next-generation actuator for shutters that introduces automatic measurement of travel times and a revolutionary event control system. This allows blind and slat positioning to dynamically adapt to the sun’s exact position throughout the day, offering increased comfort and optimizing energy use without user intervention. For integrators, this means faster installations, greater precision, and smarter automation out of the box.
We will also be presenting the IndustrialBOX Current 4, a robust actuator designed for high-demand installations. With integrated current measurement in all four outputs, it ensures real-time monitoring of connected loads, making it ideal for environments where control, safety, and diagnostics are critical, such as cold rooms or industrial equipment.
On the sensor side, the new Presentia C Multisensor takes occupancy detection to a whole new level by combining motion detection with CO₂ and humidity monitoring. This enables automatic adjustments to ventilation and HVAC systems, improving indoor air quality and offering a smarter approach to healthy buildings. Its 360° ceiling-mounted design and zoned presence detection make it especially useful in offices, meeting rooms, or educational spaces.
Design lovers will be drawn to the latest evolution of our popular Z35 screen—Z35 v3. With a sleeker form factor, enhanced screen definition, and a more intuitive navigation interface, this version embodies our commitment to merging usability with aesthetics. It’s already become a favorite in the hospitality sector for its balance of style and functionality.
Another standout debut for 2025 is RemoteBOX, a breakthrough in remote control for KNX installations. Until now, our capacitive touch panels—Z50, Z70, and Z100— acted as the central hub for managing the entire system and enabling remote access via the Zennio Remote app. With RemoteBOX, this functionality is now possible without the need for a physical screen. It provides full remote control of lighting, climate, blinds, and
more, directly from a smartphone. It includes KNX Secure, 10 integrated logic functions, and is scalable up to 180 controls with additional licenses. RemoteBOX offers the same intelligent control experience, making advanced automation more accessible and adaptable to different types of projects.
Finally, we’re excited to highlight the Champagne Collection, our new product finish that reflects a refined aesthetic direction. This subtle, warm tone adds a touch of timeless elegance to our switches, panels, and touch interfaces—an evolution born from our desire to deliver solutions that not only perform beautifully but look beautiful too. Whether blending into high-end interiors or standing out as a design statement, the Champagne Collection demonstrates that in modern automation, detail matters.
In short, Zennio’s presence at Smart Home
Expo 2025 will showcase how we continue to expand the possibilities of home and building automation—smarter, healthier, more stylish.
Could you tell us about Zennio’s association with Smart Home Expo?
Zennio has previously taken part in Smart Home Expo through our local partners, but 2025 marks the first time we will participate directly as exhibitors. We see this event as a strategic platform for connecting with professionals in one of the world’s fastestgrowing smart building markets. Our decision to attend in person reflects the importance we place on India within our global expansion plans. We’re currently opening a dedicated subsidiary in the country and have already begun building our local team. This is just the beginning of a deeper commitment to the region, and Smart Home Expo is the perfect place to strengthen that connection.
Trinnov to Showcase WaveForming™ and Next-Gen Audio for Modern Spaces
Tom Garrett, International Sales Manager, Trinnov Audio, shares his views on technologies like WaveForming™, and what visitors can expect at their booth at Smart Home Expo 2025.
Can you tell us a little about Trinnov Audio’s journey and trendsetting offerings?
Trinnov Audio has built a strong reputation over more than 20 years, delivering cutting-
edge digital signal processing and patented technologies. At the core of our innovation is the Optimizer, now enhanced by our latest breakthrough: Waveforming. This technology has redefined what’s possible in room acoustics, enabling our partners to achieve exceptional bass performance—even in spaces once considered acoustically challenging.
Through numerous trade show demonstrations, we’ve consistently proven that seat-to-seat consistency within ±1.5 dB is attainable using simple front-and-back subwoofer arrays. This level of precision means that traditional passive bass traps are no longer necessary—Waveforming offers a superior, more efficient solution for managing lowfrequency performance.
Tom Garrett
International Sales Manager, Trinnov Audio
With the shift in consumer preferences towards more versatile, multi-functional entertainment spaces, how does Trinnov Audio’s approach address these evolving needs? What are the ranges you have to offer?
The biggest challenge with multifunctional spaces is that, ultimately, the acoustics found within them are inherently challenged. You cannot use traditional absorbers, diffusers or diffractors and bass traps as these would be visually unattractive and therefore get the sign Off from the stakeholders involved in the project. If you take into account what can be achieved with digital acoustics, which is Trinnov’s suite of bespoke software tools, this can make even the most acoustically challenging environment. A pleasure to listen to while still working in tandem with any passive acoustics that can be implemented in the space.
Can you tell us about the new range you’ll be showcasing at the Smart Home Expo 2025?
Will be showcasing the Trinnov Altitude 32 in multiple rooms alongside the incredibly flexible amplitude 16 Power AMP
WaveForming™ has been described as a revolutionary advancement in audio technology. Can you explain the core principles behind it and how it differs from traditional audio design?
Waveforming is a fundamental advancement in base reproduction technology, offering amazing seat-to-seat consistency in the sub frequencies, along with an incredibly low reverberation time which would not be achievable with any other technologies. It takes an ordinary installation to completely reach previously unheard-of levels.
The core principle is that we address every subwoofer within the array individually. Only by doing that can we accommodate the subtle nuances of construction that exist within every room out there. We also sample across the listener area the acoustic properties of each subwoofer and work out precisely what is happening. So again, we can accommodate, improve, and ultimately deliver an earthshattering experience.
Apart from the new range, what other range/ devices that the professionals can expect to see at your stall at the Smart Home Expo?
What attendees can get from attending our booth is in-depth technical conversations on how best to design cinemas. How best to place speakers in the correct positions with minimal compromise and ultimately leave with in-depth comprehension of how best to strive to reach the next level of performance.
You’ve been associated and participating in the Smart Home Expo for several editions. What has your experience been so far, and what motivates you to continue participating? Additionally, how do you see the expo contributing to the growth and awareness of the smart home industry in the future?
So far, the overall experience has been pretty good with lots of attendees. All are interested in hearing, listening and understanding about what we offer. I’m looking forward to seeing how the show grows over the forthcoming years.
Lauritz Knudsen: Transforming Indian Homes with Smart, Energy-Efficient Solutions.
Lauritz Knudsen has recently undergone a rebranding from L&T Switchgear. What are your visions for the future of the company?
Our vision is to be at the forefront of energy innovation. We aim to strengthen our leadership in renewable energy, e-mobility, and smart automation. By focusing on efficient solutions and continuing to invest in cutting-edge technology, we will deliver affordable, scalable products that meet evolving customer needs while supporting a greener, smarter future. In alignment with the Government’s vision for a Viksit Bharat, we plan to enhance our manufacturing and R&D capabilities in India, thus aiming to power industries, infrastructure, retail, homes and agriculture.
At Lauritz Knudsen, it is our aim is to make an even stronger contribution to India’s transformative journey by offering unparalleled choices for our customers. This is based upon
Naresh Kumar, COO, Lauritz Knudsen Electrical and Automation (formerly L&T Switchgear), on the Company’s Vision for EnergyEfficient and Smart Homes.
our 70-year legacy in the industry. While we’ve recently transitioned from L&T Switchgear to our new identity as Lauritz Knudsen Electrical and Automation, our fundamental commitment remains unchanged: we will continue to listen, partner, and innovate.
The launch of enConnect Home Automation Solutions, your latest offering in this segment, is an exciting development. Can you explain how this new range of wireless Wi-Fi switches, lighting, and curtain control solutions enhances the connected home experience?
The enConnect Home Automation Solutions is our latest offering, which will enhance the connected home experience by integrating wireless Wi-Fi switches, lighting, and curtain control solutions. This platform will allow homeowners to manage their living spaces effortlessly through touch, mobile app, or voice commands, ensuring convenience, comfort,
and security. Built with robust cybersecurity measures and energy-efficient technology, enConnect offers seamless integration, personalized control, and advanced data protection, making modern, connected living a reality for all homeowners.
We envision a future where technology seamlessly integrates into daily life, enhancing comfort and simplifying routines. With this launch, we are not just introducing a product—we are redefining modern living. This platform offers homeowners effortless control, advanced cybersecurity, and a truly seamless user experience.
In what ways do Lauritz Knudsen’s home automation products address the growing consumer demand for energy efficiency and convenience? Can you elaborate on a few ranges?
All our home automation products are designed to meet the growing demand for energy efficiency and convenience by offering smart, user-friendly solutions that put control in the hands of homeowners. Our automation range enables users to switch off devices when not in use, even when they’re away from home, thus allowing energy conservation.
We are preparing to launch a premium range, which brings advanced automation features. With options like scene control, users can
create custom settings, like a ‘Good Morning’ mode where curtains open, lights adjust, and air conditioning turns off automatically. Our products cater to different segments, ensuring that smart home technology is accessible to middle-class homeowners without the high costs traditionally associated with automation. By combining energy efficiency, comfort, and affordability, we want to make smart living a reality for more homes across India.
How does Lauritz Knudsen tailor its home automation offerings to meet the unique needs of different customer segments, from tech-savvy families to professionals building home theaters and gaming rooms?
Our home automation solutions are designed to cater to a wide range of customer segments by offering both versatility and personalization. For tech-savvy families, our products provide an easy-to-use, app-based interface that enables seamless control of lighting, appliances, security systems, and entertainment — all from a single device.
With advanced integration capabilities, users can synchronize lighting, sound systems, projectors, and climate control, creating immersive environments tailored to their specific needs. Our solutions are designed for both new installations and retrofits, making them adaptable to various home setups without major renovations.
Englaze is designed to look flat from every angle. With super thin plates and carefully crafted switches, these don’t bulge or clutter, they just stay pretty.
By combining ease of use, scalability, and affordability, we ensure that every customer, from everyday users to technology enthusiasts, finds a solution that fits their lifestyle perfectly.
With increasing demand for customizable solutions, how flexible are your home automation products in terms of size, design, and functionality?
We understand that every home is unique, and our home automation solutions are designed with flexibility at their core. Our products come in a range of sizes, designs, and functionalities to suit diverse aesthetic and practical needs. Whether it’s a compact apartment, a spacious villa, or a commercial space, our automation systems can be tailored to integrate seamlessly into different environments without the need for major infrastructural changes.
Functionality is just as customizable. From controlling lighting, air conditioning, and entertainment systems to managing security and energy usage, our solutions can be scaled and adapted based on the user’s preferences. Advanced features like scene-setting allow users to personalize their spaces, creating specific moods for different times of day or activities.
Our commitment to offering flexible, userfriendly, and affordable automation ensures that customers don’t have to compromise on design or functionality when adopting smart
home technology. We aim at empowering homeowners to create spaces that are not only smart but also uniquely theirs.
What role does digitalization play in Lauritz Knudsen’s home automation offerings, particularly in ensuring seamless integration between smart devices and your products?
Digitalization plays a vital role in Lauritz Knudsen’s home automation offerings, enabling seamless integration between smart devices and our products. Through our affordable and intuitive automation solutions, homeowners can control lighting, appliances, curtains, air conditioning, and other devices remotely via a mobile app. This ensures not just convenience and comfort but also greater energy efficiency by allowing users to manage their homes with a single touch.
What sets our automation range apart is its accessibility. Traditionally, home automation has been seen as a luxury available only to high-end homes, but we’ve changed that. Our solutions offer advanced features like scene control, where users can customize settings for different moods or times of day, at a cost comparable to household electronics, making smart living achievable for the middle-class segment.
At Lauritz Knudsen, we believe digitalization isn’t just about innovation — it’s about making technology user-friendly and widely
accessible. By blending reliability, affordability, and cutting-edge digital solutions, we’re transforming everyday homes into smart, connected spaces.
Can you provide any insights into the innovations you are working on for future home automation solutions? How do you foresee the evolution of IoT technology in this space?
Our innovation strategy in the home automation space builds directly on our enConnect Home Automation Solutions that we proudly showcased at ELECRAMA 2025. As mentioned in our recent launch, these solutions feature wireless Wi-Fi switches along with lighting and curtain control capabilities, all powered by our cloud-based ‘enConnect’ IoT platform.
The integration capabilities we’ve built into our current product range, including the communication technologies featured in our Omega UZ ACB and the SmartComm platform, demonstrate our commitment to creating a cohesive technological ecosystem. This foundation will allow us to further develop solutions that help customers stay ahead in a fast-changing technological landscape.
As part of our vision for a ‘Viksit Bharat,’ we’re ensuring our IoT developments align with India’s growing infrastructure needs while
maintaining our focus on digitalization and energy efficiency. The home automation market represents a significant opportunity for us to continue our mission of listening, partnering, and innovating for our customers across all segments of society.
What is your Future Vision for the company? What new range do you plan to launch in 2025?
Our vision for Lauritz Knudsen is to be a key contributor towards advancing India’s electrical and digital infrastructure as the nation strives to become a global economic powerhouse. We are dedicated to supporting India’s transformation through digitalization and energy efficiency solutions, focusing on inclusive growth that benefits everyone, from small retailers and farmers to large industries and infrastructure projects.
At ELECRAMA 2025, under our new brand identity, we presented our most comprehensive portfolio of products and solutions to date. These innovations were:
• The Omega UZ ACB, our most advanced Air Circuit Breaker with integrated communication technologies.
• Dsine DZ MCCB range optimized for renewable energy applications.
• New Industrial Automation Solutions featuring variable frequency drives, PLCs, and HMIs.
• enConnect Home Automation Solutions with wireless Wi-Fi controls.
• Advanced Numerical Protection Relays for enhanced safety.
• A complete EV Ecosystem with charging infrastructure and management systems.
• Farm Automation Solutions focused on smart irrigation and water conservation.
Looking ahead, our strategy is to strengthen our manufacturing and R&D capabilities in India while continuing to develop meaningful solutions that contribute to our vision of a Viksit Bharat. Our commitment remains steadfast. These innovations will not only transform how homes and businesses manage energy but will also drive the shift toward more efficient living.
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Home/Building Automation & Smart Home Technology: India’s Present and Future
Smart Home World explores the journey of Home/Building automation and Smart Home technology —from basic controls to AI-driven ecosystems, through insights from industry experts shaping the future of connected living across sectors.
Smart Home World offers an in-depth perspective on the remarkable progress made in Home/Building Automation and Smart Home Technology over the years. This edition brings together insights from 14 seasoned experts—including System Integrators, Architects and Developers—who share their hands-on experience and informed viewpoint.
Their insights highlight key trends, evolving innovations, and the real-world impact of smart solutions across various sectors. As the domain continues to advance, this collective expertise provides valuable guidance for businesses looking to stay ahead in the Home/Building Automation and Smart Home Technology landscape.
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Driving Efficiency, Sustainability, and Innovation Across Sectors
As India strides forward into a new era of digital living, Home/Building Automation and Smart Home Technology is becoming a foundational pillar in redefining how we interact with our homes, workplaces, and public environments. No longer a futuristic concept, smart technology is now central to modern infrastructure, deeply embedded in everyday routines across urban and semiurban India.
In residential spaces, Smart Home Technology solutions are enhancing convenience, energy efficiency, and security. Homeowners are increasingly adopting technologies like smart lighting systems, AI-powered surveillance cameras, automated curtains, climate control, and voice assistants that learn user behavior and adapt environments accordingly. These solutions are not just about luxury—they’re about sustainability and smart resource management.
In commercial and office environments, building automation is improving operational efficiency and employee productivity. Plus, features like smart meeting rooms, automated energy monitoring, touchless
access control, and occupancy sensors are enabling businesses to create safer, more efficient workplaces that adapt in real time.
Retail and hospitality sectors are leveraging smart tech to elevate customer experiences. From personalized in-room controls in hotels, digital concierge services, to automated check-ins, and smart inventory management in retail, the integration of intelligent systems is helping brands stand out in a competitive market.
In real estate, developers are increasingly incorporating smart infrastructure from the ground up. Smart buildings now come preintegrated with central automation hubs, app-based control systems, and IoT-enabled devices. These features are becoming key selling points, especially among millennial and Gen-Z homebuyers who value connected, tech-savvy living environments.
Furthermore, smart city initiatives across India are bringing intelligent solutions to the public domain—ranging from automated traffic control, smart street lighting, waste management systems, to AI-based surveillance, laying the groundwork for sustainable urban development.
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leading industry experts highlight a clear trend: an increasing demand for hyperpersonalized, app-driven smart home experiences, alongside a rapid move toward more advanced and intuitive automation systems. These experts provide valuable insights into how emerging technologies are transforming the way we live, interact, and connect within our homes.
Rakesh Sachdev, Acetech Technologies (P) Ltd., shares, “In our earlier projects, we primarily implemented BUS technology systems with centralized wiring topologies. Audio-Video devices were mostly controlled using IR. As the technology landscape evolved, we began integrating air conditioning systems via BUS or LAN and gradually transitioned to AV control via LAN and RS-232, consciously adopting these advancements.
While wireless lighting control solutions started appearing over the past decade, our
Milind Mantravadi, Founder, Green Matrix, who has worked with many renowned professionals over the years, says, “In our early projects, the focus was primarily on basic automation and foundational smart technologies. Almost all the systems, like the Security to lighting, were standalone with NO integration of dependable action crossovers. The intent of automation was basically to enhance the lifestyle quotient and convenience for the client, with very less emphasis on energy efficiency, equipment
preference for wired systems only strengthened due to their exceptional reliability and low failure rates. Even today, only around 10% of our lighting control deployments utilise Wi-Fi technology.
DALI lighting control systems have gained significant traction in our recent projects. They offer several advantages—reduced wiring costs, smaller distribution boards, and simplified control of tunable and track lighting. While DALI does come with a few limitations, that’s a discussion for another time.”
Adding insights on the specific Smart Home Technologies he has incorporated in his recent projects, Rakesh Sachdev adds, “We are very upbeat about Hybrid automation technologies that optimise the benefits of both wired and wireless technologies into one seamless user experience. I am surely a KNX evangelist the advantages of which are hard to beat. We usually work with Legrand, ABB and Theben brands for KNX. Raylogic and Legrand IoT are our go-to brands for wireless lighting controls.”
performance enhancement, green standards, and deep cross integration. Over the years, with the advancement of technologies and client expectations, our preferences have evolved significantly. Now, our approach emphasizes: Fully integrated Building Management Systems (BMS) that unify HVAC, lighting, energy, fire safety, security, and even vertical transportation under a single interface. We are adopting IoT-based sensors and platforms for real-time data and predictive maintenance. For Smart workplace technologies, we opt for occupancy analytics, desk/room booking systems, and environmental monitoring for comfort and productivity.
We actively adopt cloud-connected platforms equipped with AI and machine learning capabilities to optimize building operations. Our systems are built on interoperable, open protocols such as BACnet, KNX, and MQTT, ensuring future scalability and flexibility in working with multiple vendors. Additionally,
we place a strong emphasis on cybersecurity, sustainability, and aligning with global standards through smart certifications like WiredScore and SmartScore, currently tailored for commercial and business environments.
This evolution reflects not only a shift in technology but also a mature understanding of user-centric design, sustainability, and the digital transformation of the built environment. We’re no longer just automating — we’re designing intelligent environments that adapt, learn, and add measurable value.”
has been at the forefront of home automation in India since 2003. Over the past two decades, we’ve witnessed—and contributed to—a remarkable transformation in how automation technologies are perceived and used in Indian homes and commercial spaces.
Narendra Bachhawat, B T Automation Pvt. Ltd. Says, “B.T. Automation, based in Kolkata,
In our initial projects, we worked with platforms like LK IHC, which involved logicheavy programming to deliver what were then considered groundbreaking solutions—such as dimming tube lights and scene-based control of fans and lighting using C-Bus. These early innovations, though technically challenging, laid the foundation for how we approached
comfort, convenience, and control within a space.
Back then, home automation was perceived as a luxury—often requiring extensive client education just to help them envision its possibilities. The idea of automated curtains or lighting control was met with skepticism or seen as excessive. However, over the years, the narrative has shifted dramatically. What was once a luxury is now increasingly a necessity, driven by heightened awareness, digital lifestyles, and evolving client expectations.
Today, smart technologies are seamlessly integrated into everyday living. Our approach has evolved from offering individual automated features to building fully connected ecosystems tailored to each client’s needs. We specialize in KNX-based systems, renowned globally for their reliability and interoperability. To further enhance user experience and flexibility, we integrate KNX with platforms like CasaDigi, allowing us to control and customize everything from lighting, HVAC, and curtains to security systems and multimedia—essentially anything the client envisions.
What truly sets us apart is our ability to customize solutions. Each project we
undertake is uniquely designed—whether it’s a minimalistic apartment or a sprawling estate—ensuring that technology adapts to the user’s lifestyle, not the other way around.
From convincing clients of the value of a smart home in 2003 to now designing intuitive, voice-controlled, AI-enabled homes in 2025, the journey has been nothing short of transformative. And we at B.T. Automation are proud to have grown alongside this revolution—constantly innovating, learning, and leading.”
Smart Residential Spaces
The residential sector is witnessing a steady rise in the adoption of Smart Home Technologies. Home automation products such as smart thermostats, lighting systems, security cameras, and voice assistants (Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant) are making homes more connected and efficient.
Hardesh Chawla and Monica Chawla, Directors and Creative Heads, Essentia Environments, highlighting the number of Smart Homes they design in a year, says, “We design and execute close to 25-30 high-end smart homes annually.
From our early projects that featured basic lighting controls and motorized blinds, we have moved to holistic ecosystems that include centralized home automation, intelligent lighting scenes, integrated AV systems, smart thermostats, biometric security, and energyefficient appliances. Today’s clients are digitally aware and expect seamless experiences—
voice-enabled controls, remote access, and system integration are the bare minimum.”
Being an expert and often having repeat clients, Hardesh says, “Interestingly, we’re seeing a marked rise in preference for personalized automation—clients want tech that adapts to their lifestyle rather than the other way around. Mood-based lighting scenes, occupancysensing HVAC, AI-powered audio-visual setups, and intuitive mobile control interfaces are in high demand. Repeat clients often upgrade their older systems to match newer smart trends and appreciate when we provide future-ready, scalable solutions.”
Amit Porwal, Founder and Principal, IPIPL, who is known for designing high-end luxury homes, says, “On average, we design between 15 to 20 smart homes annually, depending on the scale and complexity of each project. Over the past few years, we’ve witnessed a significant surge in clients’ demand for integrated smart solutions. Most of our residential designs now feature comprehensive Home Automation Systems that allow centralized control of lighting, HVAC, curtains, and entertainment systems via smartphones or voice commands. In homes with features like 20-feet-tall windows, for example, automated curtain systems are not just a luxury—they’re a practical necessity.
Smart lighting is another key component, we frequently integrate, offering mood-based scene settings, motion sensors, and energy-
saving features to enhance both convenience and efficiency. Home theatres are also a popular request, complete with surround sound systems, acoustic panelling, and automation that synchronizes the projector, lighting, and audio systems. In one of our recent projects, we custom-designed wall-mounted acoustic panels that not only improved sound quality but also added to the visual appeal of the space.
Smart thermostats and climate control systems are commonly included as well, offering personalized comfort while optimizing energy consumption. Security is a top priority, with clients opting for advanced systems that include smart door locks, video door phones, CCTV surveillance, and remote monitoring capabilities. Additionally, we incorporate energy-efficient appliances and IoT-enabled devices that support sustainable, future-ready living.”
Speaking about clients’ preference, Amit Porwal adds, “Our clients are increasingly drawn to user-friendly and scalable smart home systems that prioritize convenience, security, and energy efficiency, without adding unnecessary complexity. A few key preferences consistently emerge across our projects. Voice control compatibility with platforms like Alexa and Google Home is highly sought after for its
intuitive user experience. Automated lighting systems that respond to natural light levels and room occupancy are also popular, as they blend functionality with energy savings. Many clients prefer a minimalist tech aesthetic, where devices are seamlessly integrated into the interior design and remain discreet.
Home theatre systems continue to be in demand, especially those offering immersive sound and synchronized lighting control. Clients also value design details such as custom acoustic wall panels that not only enhance the audio performance but also contribute to the
room’s overall visual appeal. Remote access via mobile apps is another must-have, enabling homeowners to monitor and control various aspects of their property from anywhere in the world.
For high-end residences, a security-first approach is critical, with features like biometric access control and 24/7 remote surveillance systems becoming standard. We often work with repeat clients who return to upgrade or expand their existing setups, trusting our expertise to guide them through the latest smart home technologies and evolving trends.”
Neha Garg, Founder & Principal Designer, Studio Jane Designs, says, “We work on about 5–6 homes a year that involve smart integrations in some capacity. And honestly, no two homes are the same. Some clients want fully automated setups—centralised control systems, smart lighting that shifts through the day, motorised blinds, climate control, the works. Others want specific upgrades—maybe just a smart theatre room with acoustic panelling or tunable lights they can dim from their phone. Smart security is usually non-negotiable: biometric entry, digital locks, surveillance systems, and Appconnected alerts are standard asked for. In one of our projects, Mrignain home, we went a step further with invisible wall speakers, so the music flows through the house without a single speaker in sight. In Sassy Bow, we had some fun with artistic automation—lighting
synced to artwork and movement, almost like a theatrical experience. It’s not about loading up on every gadget—it’s about making the tech feel seamless, intuitive, and responsive to how people actually live.
She further elaborates, “Most repeat clients come back knowing exactly what they want— and, more importantly, what they don’t want. Top of the list? Simplicity. Nobody wants ten remotes and a tech manual to turn the lights off. Smart lighting is definitely the most popular feature—scene settings, dimmable options, and circadian lighting that adapts to the time of day. It’s the easiest upgrade that makes the whole home feel elevated.
Invisible tech is big, too—like wall-integrated audio, subtle automation, lights that fade in gently instead of flicking on. Those extra touches—like syncing sound across zones or lighting that responds to mood or activity— make all the difference. What people want most is smart tech that doesn’t feel like tech. It should blend in, support their lifestyle, and never get in the way.”
Smart Office
Coming to the next segment, Smart offices are evolving with automation technologies that boost productivity, streamline operations, and enhance workplace experiences. Hybrid work tools like Zoom and AI-driven platforms support remote collaboration, while smart lighting, climate control, and robotic cleaners improve in-office efficiency, Conference solutions, to name a few. Looking ahead, AI assistants, office robotics, and wellness tech, like smart air purifiers and circadian lighting, will redefine the modern workplace.
Adding her insight on the growing demand for the integration of automation in her projects Smirati Bhatnagar, Head, Design and Strategy, Design Forum International says, “Over the last few years, there has been a noticeable shift in how clients approach workplace design. Today, automation and smart solutions are no longer just value additions—they’re fast becoming standard expectations. People want their offices to be intuitive, efficient, and responsive to changing needs, especially with the rise of hybrid work models.
Smart systems like motion-based lighting, touchless entry, or climate control that adjusts based on occupancy aren’t just about convenience anymore—they are about improving productivity and supporting sustainability goals. Clients are becoming more aware of how technology can enhance comfort, reduce operational costs, and even contribute to employee well-being. So, yes, demand for intelligent, tech-integrated offices is very much on the rise.”
Further sharing her experience of using the latest technology in their recent project, she adds, “It’s been a huge leap. Initially, `smart offices’ meant having a few digital upgrades here and there—like biometric access, security cameras, or maybe a basic automation system.
But now, it’s all about integration. Clients expect a cohesive digital ecosystem where everything—from lighting and HVAC to access control and room bookings—works together seamlessly.
In a recent project, we worked on a commercial office where we implemented a full-scale smart system. Everything was connected through a central dashboard, allowing facility managers to monitor and control systems in real-time, even remotely. We included occupancy sensors, zoned HVAC, smart lighting, and indoor air quality monitoring. It was especially rewarding to see how this setup helped the client reduce energy consumption while also enhancing comfort and productivity for the team. These aren’t just tech upgrades— they are real tools for creating healthier, more efficient workplaces.”
Further adding her insight on her client’s demand, Smirati adds, “Clients today are much more tech-savvy and clear about what they want. Most of them are looking for intelligent features that make the workspace more efficient, comfortable, and future-ready. Automated lighting is quite common now, especially systems that respond to daylight and occupancy. Smart HVAC is another big one, with zoned control and air quality sensors becoming the norm in newer offices.
There is also a strong push toward touchless experiences, right from entry gates to meeting room systems. And with collaboration being such a big part of modern work, AI-powered tools like smart booking systems, interactive screens, and voice-activated assistants are becoming increasingly popular.
Rashi Bothra and Ruchi Gehani, Founders and Interior Designers, Azure Interiors sharing their insights says, “Yes, there has been a clear shift towards integrating smart technology in modern workspaces. In our recent commercial project designed around minimalism and refined elegance, automation was central to creating a seamless, efficient environment. From automated lighting to climate control, the objective was to enhance
But beyond all the tech, I think what clients really want is a workspace that adapts to their team’s needs—a space that’s easy to manage, energy-efficient, and supports employee wellbeing. Technology is just the medium through which we’re achieving that goal now.”
productivity while maintaining a sleek, clutterfree aesthetic.”
Adding insight on the integration of high-end technology in their projects, Rashi adds, “The evolution has been significant. What began with basic security features has now expanded into full-scale intelligent ecosystems. In this particular office, the VR room, acoustically designed and fully immersive, uses advanced
Khushboo Bansal, Principal Architect, STHAPATI discussing on the growing demand says. “There is a clear and undeniable shift in how commercial spaces are conceived today. We’re not just building offices anymore; we’re designing intelligent ecosystems that respond to user needs in real time. The demand
tech for simulation, training, and collaboration. This level of integration was unthinkable a few years ago, but today it’s becoming the new standard.”
Further adding her insights, Ruchi says, “Clients now prioritise intelligent solutions that enhance efficiency and well-being. Automated lighting and climate systems, AI-powered conferencing tools, occupancy sensors, and app-based access control are among the most requested features. There’s also growing interest in acoustic solutions, particularly in hybrid spaces like VR rooms, where technology and physical experience must align perfectly.”
for smart automation in commercial office design has gone from a premium offering to an essential baseline. Clients are increasingly aware of the value that technology brings, not just in terms of convenience but in enhancing productivity, well-being, and energy efficiency. The contemporary workplace is becoming a blend of design, data, and dynamic experience, from automated lighting and occupancy sensors to responsive climate control and intelligent access systems. For us, integrating these solutions is embedded in the blueprint right from the conceptual phase.”
Sharing her experience of using the latest technology in their recent project, Khushboo Bansal, “The evolution has been striking. A decade ago, introducing a digital lock or a surveillance camera was considered forward-
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thinking. Today, we’re deploying integrated BMS (Building Management Systems), IoT-enabled workstations, and AI-driven analytics platforms that adjust environmental conditions based on real-time usage patterns.
In one of our recent projects, the SJVN Office in New Delhi, we incorporated various advanced technologies that reflect this shift. Building Automation Systems were implemented, allowing occupants to control lighting, temperature, and other elements directly from their devices, making the experience more user-centric. We also employed data-driven insight tools that track energy consumption, occupancy patterns, and overall building performance, enabling more efficient longterm operations.
To promote wellness and sustainability, we integrated indoor vertical gardens that not only enhance aesthetics but also help reduce energy consumption through natural cooling. Additionally, the landscape design included green spaces around the building to improve air quality and offer areas for relaxation and informal collaboration.”
The hospitality industry is undergoing a technological transformation with the integration of smart automation. From AI-powered concierge services to smart room controls and contactless check-ins, automation is enhancing operational efficiency while delivering personalized guest experiences. Hotels and resorts are leveraging technologies such as IoT, robotics, and data analytics to streamline services, reduce costs, and meet the evolving expectations of modern travelers. This shift not only improves convenience and comfort for guests but also empowers staff to focus on delivering exceptional service.
Chitalwala, Principal Architect, Designers Group, speaking about the evolution
of smart room technologies, adds, “This segment has evolved quite significantly over the years. We’ve seen a steady advancement in features that not only enhance convenience but also support sustainability. The industry has been incrementally adopting smarter solutions, and there’s continuous innovation happening almost daily.
One of the main challenges, however, is the cost—smart technology is still relatively expensive. But I believe that as people begin to understand its long-term benefits, especially in the hospitality sector, adoption will become
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much more widespread. Some hoteliers have already started realizing this, and as the tech becomes more affordable and user-friendly, it will eventually lead to a seamless and more sustainable guest experience.
In our projects, we have already started integrating Guest Room Management Systems (GRMS) and other smart management solutions. We’re also making properties compatible with technologies that are currently under development—like mobile app-based check-ins, backend guest data collection systems, and more. While not all of these technologies are fully mature yet, such as voice-controlled automation, we’re ensuring that the infrastructure is in place. This way, when these systems are ready, the properties can be easily upgraded without major overhauls.”
He further adds, “These innovations have been successfully implemented in several premium properties, for instance, our Hilton projects in Jabalpur and Surat. However, it’s important to note that full-scale integration of smart tech is still a challenge in budget or mid-range properties due to the associated costs. Over time, as the technology becomes more accessible and cost-effective, we expect to see wider adoption across all segments of hospitality.”
Adding his insights on the changing landscape Reza Kabul, Founder, ARK Reza Kabul Architects, says, “Over the years, we’ve witnessed a significant evolution in how smart technology integrates into hospitality design— shifting from basic automation to creating intuitive, connected guest experiences. In our earlier hotel projects, we started with sensorbased lighting and touchpad controls in place of traditional switchboards. These small but impactful changes laid the foundation for smarter guest environments.
As technology advanced, we began incorporating keyless check-in systems, where guests could check in digitally and receive a barcode on their mobile phones that served as their room key, offering not just convenience, but also seamless access across the property. Further, we introduced mobile-operated room controls, enabling guests to manage lights, climate, and electrical points directly from their phones. This eliminated the need to locate individual switches and significantly improved comfort and accessibility. What once required physical effort—like turning off a distant table lamp—can now be done with a simple tap.
These innovations represent how automation has progressed from novelty features to thoughtful necessities, elevating the overall guest operational efficiency in hospitality spaces.”
“We’ve implemented smart technologies across several key hospitality projects, including Taj Skyline in Ahmedabad, Taj Gandhinagar Resort & Spa in Gujarat, and most recently, Four Points by Sheraton in Nashik. In these projects, we integrated features such as keyless entry, mobile-based room and lighting
controls, and automated energy management systems. These technologies offered guests a more personalized and frictionless experience, from accessing their rooms with a phone tap to managing lighting and comfort levels without lifting a finger.
The result has been smarter, more responsive spaces that not only enhance the user experience but also align with sustainable and efficient hotel operations, setting a new benchmark in the industry.”
Natasha Jain, Co-Founder, Natelier by Bent Chair says, “The hospitality design segment has evolved from merely being about visual appeal to crafting immersive, thoughtful experiences that blend sustainability, functionality, and aesthetics. With projects like Breathe, we’ve embraced this evolution by integrating smart technologies alongside organic design principles. The space features natural materials such as grass-lined ceilings, hand-troweled walls, and solid wood furniture that ground the design in nature.
Complementing this earthy palette are smart systems, automated lighting, and subtle ambient tech that adapts to time and usage, seamlessly enhancing comfort. What began with basic energy-efficient practices has now grown into a holistic approach where design and technology co-exist. Today, our projects are intuitive, responsive, and deeply humancentric, offering elevated experiences without
compromising on the warmth and honesty of natural materials. Breathe is a true reflection of this harmony, where nature-inspired design meets quiet innovation.”
She further adds, “We incorporated a centralized Building Management System that controls lighting, temperature, and audio-visual elements—automated to shift with natural daylight patterns and crowd movement. RFID-enabled access ensures seamless entry and billing for guests, while ambient music and lighting adjust based on occupancy and time of day, curated through AI-based scene settings. Moreover, guest preferences—down to seat comfort and lighting tone, can be stored and recalled, offering a uniquely personalized experience on return visits. The goal was to use technology as an invisible hand that uplifts the guest journey without diluting the emotional resonance of the space, and Breathe embodies that vision beautifully.”
Real Estate Projects
Smart automation is reshaping the real estate landscape by integrating technology into homes and buildings for greater comfort, efficiency, and security. From automated lighting and climate control to remote-access security systems and smart appliances, these innovations are becoming key selling points in residential and commercial properties. As demand for connected living grows, smart solutions are setting new standards for modern, future-ready real estate.
C J Singh, COO, Wave City, speaking about his projects adds, “Wave City is a benchmark for premium quality living with integrated smart solutions that make the projects truly worldclass. Our emphasis on green technologies sets us apart, ensuring that clients always receive the cutting edge of innovations in smart home solutions. All our projects are equipped with a smart lighting system that significantly contributes to energy conservation and cost savings at our projects.
The Smart Electric Grid gives a resident visibility over his or her consumption pattern through a mobile application, encouraging mindful usage and the liberty to cut off supplies when not in use for an extended period, such as while traveling. Secondly, street lights are automated, dimmed, or brightened
based on motion detection or ambient light conditions. The projects of Wave City are wellfitted with ample CCTV cameras for enhanced surveillance, reinforcing the 500-personnel strong security deployed on the ground.”
Speaking about the increasing demand from the clients, he adds, “Home buyers have certainly grown from seeking simple functionality to more sophisticated and modern technologies in their living spaces. Modern homes, therefore, must be designed keeping in mind the evolving tastes of the client. Smart solutions mean sustainable practices that reduce wastage and promote efficiency. Smart electric grids, traffic management systems that operate on IoT and automated waste management systems and recycling facilities are the foundation for a sprawling township such as ours. Real-time decision-making and prompt solutions are highly desired by young occupants. Tools that give residents oversight into their consumption and operations of the civic infrastructure are also essential features in any residential real estate project. This fosters a sense of ownership and control, and premium housing projects are seizing the opportunity provided by internet connectivity and mobile phones to offer residents such an advantage. With further improvement in technology and affordability, we expect client demands to set the benchmark even higher.”
Rohit Reddy, Founder and Managing Director, Signature Developers Pvt. Ltd., adds, “At Signature Developers, we have delivered our first completed smart residential building project—Signature One—with two more projects in the pipeline: Signature Horizon and Signature Estates. Signature Horizon, currently under construction, continues this approach, with smart systems woven into the design from the outset.
The most commonly integrated features are Smart Lighting that can be controlled with motion sensors and voice-controlled lighting systems, Security Systems such as smart door locks, video doorbells, CCTV surveillance, and motion detectors, Climate Control and Smart Appliances.”
Sharing his experience on Clients’ preference, Rohit Reddy says, “Most clients prioritise home automation and home theatres, often requesting tailored integrations that respond to their unique routines and entertainment preferences. Smart lighting and security are increasingly expected, while audio-visual solutions continue to be a space where clients are willing to invest for a more immersive experience.
Feedback from homeowners post-occupancy reaffirms that when these systems are intuitive and well-integrated, they enhance everyday living without adding complexity. While smart features were once considered a luxury, today
they are rapidly becoming part of the baseline expectation. That said, thoughtful integration continues to serve as a differentiator, providing modernity and showcasing a commitment to comfort, control, and elevated living.
In conclusion, India’s growing focus on home and building automation and smart home technology is a clear indicator of its broader shift toward intelligent, connected living. As adoption accelerates, these advancements are set to drive greater efficiency, sustainability, and convenience across all sectors—paving the way for a smarter, more empowered future.
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In exclusive conversations with Smart Home World, heads of leading Associations partnering with Smart Home Expo 2025 share their insights on the evolving world of home automation, building automation, and smart lighting, to name a few. These influential voices highlight how their organizations are actively contributing to the growth, awareness, and standardization of intelligent technologies across the built environment. They also speak about the significance of their collaboration with Smart Home Expo 2025, a platform that continues to bridge the gap between innovation and implementation.
As the industry moves toward a more connected and sustainable future, this year’s Smart Home Expo 2025 is shaping up to be a defining moment in the advancement of smart living in India.
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KNX Strengthens Its Commitment to India’s Smart Home Revolution
Casto Canavate, Marketing Manager, KNX Association speaks about key industry trends, showcasing advance technologies, and hosting expert sessions to drive growth and knowledgesharing at Smart Home Expo 2025.
The growth of the Indian smart home market is largely driven by increasing demand for home safety and security, as well as the expansion of Internet of Things (IoT) technologies. However, high costs are still a limiting factor. As an expert, what are your thoughts on this challenge?
The Indian smart home market has shown remarkable momentum over the past few years. At KNX, we’ve recognized this growth early on and have significantly increased our commitment to the region since 2023. We’ve reinforced our presence through sustained investment, regular participation in the Smart Home Expo, and by strengthening local collaboration through the relaunch of KNX National Group India and the active involvement of the KNX Userclub India. Initiatives like the KNX Hackathon, spearheaded by our Indian stakeholders, are driving innovation and engagement. While high initial costs remain a concern, our open and manufacturer-independent approach, coupled with an expanding portfolio of costeffective solutions, is making KNX more accessible to Indian professionals and endusers alike.
What is KNX showcasing and planning to present at Smart Home Expo 2025?
Given the strong growth and interest in the Indian market, KNX is proud to bring a dynamic and collaborative showcase to Smart Home Expo 2025. Our booth will feature 18 KNX Member companies, representing both KNX India and KNX International. Together, we will present cutting-edge innovations— ranging from KNX IoT devices to advanced energy management and cybersecurity solutions. This joint presence highlights the collective strength of the KNX ecosystem and reflects our commitment to delivering futureproof smart home and building technologies tailored for the Indian market.
How essential do you think knowledgesharing sessions are for the advancement of the smart home industry?
Knowledge-sharing is fundamental to the evolution of the smart home and building industry. At KNX, we believe that continuous professional development is key to fostering innovation and adoption. Our sessions at the
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Expo will highlight how KNX has advanced in areas like IoT integration, cybersecurity, and energy efficiency. These sessions not only demonstrate the technological depth of our solutions but also help professionals understand how to apply these capabilities in real-world projects. From a strategic perspective, we’re also simplifying access to KNX for new market entrants, ensuring that the ecosystem continues to expand and evolve.
What are your plans for the Indian market, and what is your forecast for the smart home sector in 2025?
Our primary goal is to further strengthen the KNX ecosystem in India. We are committed to empowering the KNX National Group India and the KNX Userclub India with more resources, training, and collaborative opportunities. We also aim to expand our local partner network and ensure consistent participation in landmark events like the Smart Home Expo. Looking ahead, we foresee the Indian smart home sector growing rapidly, fueled by increasing digital adoption, a rising
focus on energy efficiency, and the evolving needs of tech-savvy consumers. KNX is wellpositioned to lead this transformation with open, scalable, and future-ready solutions.
You’ve been associated and participating in the Smart Home Expo for several editions. What has your experience been so far, and what motivates you to continue participating? Additionally, how do you see the expo contributing to the growth and awareness of the smart home industry in the future?
The Smart Home Expo has consistently proven to be a valuable platform for engaging with industry professionals, technology enthusiasts, and system integrators. Our continued participation is driven by the positive momentum and awareness it generates for KNX in India. The event fosters collaboration, showcases emerging trends, and creates opportunities for meaningful dialogue between stakeholders. It plays a pivotal role in building a vibrant and informed smart home community, and we look forward to being a part of this journey for many editions to come.
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CEDIA Drives Industry Standards and Awareness in India’s Smart Home Market
Wendy Griffiths Senior Vice President, CEDIA
Wendy Griffiths, Senior Vice President, Membership & Global Development, CEDIA shares insights on the transformative role of the Smart Home Expo and CEDIA in shaping India’s smart home industry.
How has CEDIA’s collaboration with the Smart Home Expo evolved since its inception, and what role has it played in shaping the event’s growth over the years?
We are proud to have been part of the Smart Home Expo’s journey from the very beginning. As the expo has grown in prominence and influence over the years, CEDIA has strategically evolved its participation, using it as a key platform to share the latest industry developments and insights with our members and the broader industry. Its international reputation continues to grow, with many global brands now considering it a “mustattend” event and a focal point of industry conversations worldwide.
What role do you think Smart Home Expo plays in driving growth for the smart home industry, particularly in India?
Since its inception in 1989, in the formative years of the industry, CEDIA has identified that networking and peer group collaboration have played an important role in developing
and evolving the industry. If it was not for these kinds of collaborations, CEDIA would not exist and the Smart Home Expo plays a pivotal role in providing this peer group networking as well as a go-to place event the industry can go to understand the latest products and technologies in the India Smart Homes sector. In today’s world of information overload, it’s crucial to have the chance to connect with the latest products and gain a clear understanding of how they fit into projects and enhance clients’ lifestyles. This should be a core element of any integration company’s strategic planning.
What are the biggest challenges you foresee for the smart home industry in India, and how can CEDIA and the Smart Home Expo help address these challenges?
This industry is driven by client referrals and word of mouth or if the clients’ (or designer) expectations for the project are not met, or the technology not working effectively, this word of mouth can be a negative marketing tool,
damaging the industry so I see lack of technical expertise being a challenge. Bringing in new trained staff to the industry is another related factor. In addition, we have globally seen too many great companies in the industry going out of business as the management is more focussed on sales & not on the business so having a strong business foundation is critical as again poor business practices reflect badly on the reputation of the industry. Thankfully CEDIA is addressing all three issues.
In your opinion, how can the collaboration between CEDIA and Smart Home Expo contribute to better consumer education and adoption of smart home technologies in India? Please share your views on the same.
Consumer awareness of lifestyle benefits has been on the rise globally for a number of years, but there is still a long way to go. Platforms like the Smart Home Expo & CEDIA Awards can go a long way to raising this awareness, but initially, the route to this awareness is through architects and designers. While Smart Home Technology has become more affordable and accessible to the mid-market, in India it is still predominantly for the high net worth homeowner and with designers and architects being their trusted advisors, it is imperative that we as an industry raise our profile with these important influencers,
which both CEDIA and Smart Home Expo are doing regularly.
Do you believe the Indian smart home market will see increased interest from mainstream consumers in the coming years, and if so, what factors will drive this growth?
Absolutely, it is already happening. How we have evolved using our houses over the past few years, has been a massive influence on this, as well as trends in the market. We are still predominately an AV & entertainment led industry in India (39% of most projects are AV) , especially in India with the Bollywood sector being a big influence on entertaining spaces and while this is still a large part of the influence, there has been an evolution in consumers seeing a robust network infrastructure in their home, lighting (control) to emphasis and enhance spaces, motorised blinds and shades to protect furniture and valuable artwork. For future years we will see the awareness further influenced by the need for sensors to support aging in place, sustainability and wellness with over 50% of companies surveyed seeing a significant rise in requests for assistive living technology & energy management.
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IES: Guiding the Future of Lighting
Dr. Amardeep M. Dugar
IALD, IES, FISLE, FSLL Founder-Principal, Lighting Research & Design and DirectorAt-Large, IES
In this interview, Dr. Amardeep M. Dugar shares insights on the Illuminating Engineering Society’s role in advancing lighting standards, smart technologies, and sustainability in the lighting industry.
Could you share an overview of the Illuminating Engineering Society’s (IES) role and contributions to the lighting industry?
Founded in 1906, the Illuminating Engineering Society (IES) stands as the premier technical and educational authority on illumination. With a mission dedicated to enhancing the lighted environment, the IES brings together experts in lighting to translate their knowledge into actionable benefits for the public. Its diverse membership includes engineers, architects, designers, educators, students, contractors, distributors, utility personnel, manufacturers, and scientists across nearly 60 countries.
How does IES support the professional development of its diverse membership, including engineers, architects, designers, and educators, across nearly 60 countries?
The IES plays a pivotal role in the advancement of the lighting industry, offering a wealth of resources and opportunities. Our key contributions include:
Professional Development – we provide a range of educational programs e.g. workshops, seminars, and conferences, and resources designed to promote continuous learning and enhance the skills and knowledge of lighting professionals.
Publications – our extensive library of publications serves as a vital resource for the latest research, trends, and best practices in lighting.
Networking Opportunities – we facilitate connections among professionals in the lighting field, fostering collaboration and innovation.
Can you elaborate on the significance of the Lighting Library® and the impact of the standards published through the ANSIaccredited process?
One of our most significant achievements is the Lighting Library®, which is maintained through our American National Standards
Institute (ANSI) accredited process. This comprehensive collection features more than 100 standards meticulously crafted by subject matter experts within our technical committees. These standards serve as essential guidelines for best practices in lighting design, ensuring safety, efficiency, and quality in lighting applications.
What are some of the key initiatives or projects IES is currently focused on to advance lighting technology and industry practices?
The IES has been focusing on several key initiatives to advance lighting technology and industry practices, including the development of updated lighting standards, promoting sustainable lighting solutions, enhancing education and training programs, and advocating for the integration of smart lighting technologies.
Additionally, the IES is addressing emerging trends like the impact of light on health and well-being, and artificial light at night and its impact on wildlife and the night sky, through conferences and publications to share research and best practices.
What role do you see IES playing in shaping the future of smart lighting and emerging technologies in the lighting sector?
The IES will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of smart lighting and emerging technologies in the lighting sector by serving as a standard-setting body that develops guidelines and best practices for innovative lighting solutions. By fostering collaboration among industry professionals, researchers, and manufacturers, the IES Global will facilitate knowledge exchange and promote the integration of smart technology, such as IoT and adaptive lighting systems. Furthermore, through educational initiatives and outreach, the IES Global will be instrumental in raising awareness about the benefits and implications of smart lighting, ensuring the industry adapts to advancements while prioritizing sustainability, usability, and human health.
Could you highlight any recent advancements, standards, or innovations introduced by IES that have had a significant impact on the industry?
The IES has recently introduced several advancements and standards that have significantly impacted the industry, including the updated ANSI/IES RP-46, which outlines recommended practices for lighting design and applications, incorporating the latest research on lighting for human health and energy efficiency. Additionally, the IES has focused on promoting standards around smart lighting solutions, particularly those that facilitate interoperability and integration with IoT technologies. Innovations in lighting metrics such as spatial daylight autonomy (sDA) and visual comfort analysis have also emerged, emphasizing the importance of both aesthetic and functional qualities in lighting design. Collectively, these contributions help set benchmarks for quality and sustainability in the rapidly evolving lighting landscape.
Lastly, how do you see the partnership between IES and events like Smart Home Expo 2025 contributing to the growth and evolution of the lighting industry?
Partnership opportunities between IES and events like Smart Home Expo 2025 can significantly contribute to the growth and evolution of the lighting industry by fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange among professionals in lighting and smart home technologies. Such events provide a platform for showcasing innovative solutions, discussing best practices, and addressing emerging trends like smart lighting integration and energy efficiency. By bringing together industry leaders, researchers, and stakeholders, this collaboration can accelerate the adoption of advanced lighting technologies, promote standards-setting for interoperability, and enhance awareness of the role of lighting in creating smarter, more connected environments. This synergy not only enriches the lighting community but also drives innovations that align with consumer demands for sustainability and functionality.
From Strategy to Smart Solutions: CRISP’s Role in Transforming Facility Management in India
Tanmay Khare
Senior Admin/FM Professional & Contributor, Council for Realty Infrastructure & Services ProMotion,CRISP
Tanmay Khare, Senior Admin/FM Professional & Contributor, Council for Realty Infrastructure & Services ProMotion, CRISP share how the organization is shaping the future of Facility Management through smart tech, sustainability, and industry collaboration.
Could you share CRISP’s vision for the future of the Facility Management industry, including the key goals and aspirations that guide your strategy?
CRISP (Council for Reality Infrastructure & Services Promotion) envisions a future for the Facility Management (FM) industry that is characterized by:
* Technological Integration: Embracing and leveraging smart technologies like AI, IoT, and data analytics to optimize building operations, enhance efficiency, and provide real-time insights for proactive decision-making.
* Sustainability: Placing a strong emphasis on environmentally responsible practices, including energy efficiency, waste management, and the integration of renewable energy sources to create ecofriendly facilities.
* Enhanced Occupant Experience: Prioritizing the well-being and comfort of building
occupants through smart workspaces, wellness integration, and dynamic space management that adapts to user needs.
* Automation and Robotics: Increasing the adoption of automation and robotics to handle repetitive tasks, reduce labor costs, improve precision, and allow FM professionals to focus on more strategic responsibilities.
* Data-Driven Decision Making: Utilizing data collected from various sources to make informed decisions regarding maintenance, energy usage and space optimization.
* Collaboration and Partnerships: Fostering collaborations within the industry and with related sectors, such as smart cities initiatives, to drive innovation and create more integrated solutions.
* Focus on Human Touch: While embracing technology, recognizing the continued importance of user experience and the human element in service delivery.
How will collaboration with Smart Home Expo 2025 help CRISP?
Collaboration with Smart Home Expo 2025 can significantly benefit in several ways:
* Networking Opportunities: The expo provides a platform to connect with a wide range of stakeholders, including smart home technology providers, real estate developers, facility managers, and potential clients.
* Industry Visibility: Participation in a prominent event like Smart Home Expo 2025 will enhance CRISP’s visibility within the facility management and smart building sectors, positioning it as a key player in promoting efficient and technologically advanced property management.
* Knowledge Sharing: The expo offers opportunities to learn about the latest trends, technologies, and innovations in the smart home and building automation space, which are increasingly relevant to facility management.
* Promoting Integrated Solutions: By collaborating with a smart home-focused event, CRISP emphasizes the importance of integrating smart home technologies into facility management for enhanced efficiency, security, and occupant comfort.
* Reaching Target Audiences: The expo attracts developers and industry professionals who are keen on adopting smart technologies in their projects, providing CRISP with a direct channel to engage with this target audience and advocate for professional facility management.
* Showcasing Expertise: CRISP can leverage the platform to showcase its expertise and the value it brings to the facility management industry, attracting potential members and collaborators.
* Co-organizer Role: CRISP is listed as a coorganizer of the Smart Home Expo 2025. This suggests a deeper level of involvement, allowing CRISP to shape the agenda, participate in key discussions, and further solidify its position within the industry.
Can you share your views on Smart Home Expo 2025?
Smart Home Expo 2025 appears to be a significant event for the smart home and building automation industry in India. CRISP’s views on the expo are positive, considering our role as a co-organizer’s key aspects of Smart Home Expo 2025 include:
* Comprehensive Showcase: The expo features a wide array of smart home technologies, including home and building automation systems, audio-visual solutions, smart lighting, and consumer electronics, presented by over 400 top-tier brands.
* Focus on Innovation: It serves as a platform to witness firsthand the latest advancements and revolutionary technologies that are transforming living spaces into intelligent and seamless environments.
* Networking Hub: The event provides a valuable opportunity for professionals, enthusiasts, and industry players to connect, engage, and explore potential collaborations.
* Strategic Location: Being held in Mumbai at the Jio World Convention Centre, a prestigious venue, further underscores the importance and scale of the event.
* Knowledge Sharing Opportunities: The expo also includes conferences, seminars, and workshops, facilitating the exchange of ideas and best practices in the industry.
* Relevance to Facility Management: For CRISP and the facility management industry, the expo highlights the increasing convergence of smart home technologies with building management systems, emphasizing the need for professionals to stay updated on these advancements for efficient and modern facility operations.
In conclusion, Smart Home Expo 2025 is a crucial event for the future of connected living, and CRISP’s involvement as a co-organizer signifies its commitment to promoting technological advancements and best practices within the broader realty infrastructure and services landscape, including facility management.
Smart Home Expo 2025 and IIID Mumbai Forge a Visionary Partnership
Ketan Sheth, Chairman, IIID Mumbai Regional Chapter, discusses the collaboration between IIID and Smart Home Expo 2025 and shares his thoughts on the evolving smart home ecosystem.
In what ways do you foresee the collaboration between IIID Mumbai Regional Chapter and the Smart Home Expo 2025 enhancing awareness and driving growth within the smart home sector?
The collaboration between IIID Mumbai Regional Chapter and Smart Home Expo 2025 holds significant potential to enhance awareness and drive growth within the smart home sector in several impactful ways.
The Smart Home Expo 2025 provides a dynamic platform for designers and tech companies to showcase how smart technology can enhance lifestyle, energy efficiency, and security. IIID Mumbai Regional Chapter’s presence will add credibility as this involvement brings the design community, exhibitors and attendees into direct contact with the latest innovations in smart home technology.
Are there particular objectives or outcomes you aim to achieve through this partnership?
By leveraging IIID’s extensive network of professionals and firms across India, the Smart
Home Expo 2025 can significantly expand its reach to a wider audience. The event will showcase over 130 top exhibitors, including leading brands, and IIID’s involvement with its network of professionals will provide a distinct advantage, ensuring increased visibility and recognition. This collaboration will elevate awareness and drive growth within the smart home sector.
Attendees will have an exclusive opportunity to witness the industry’s transformative changes firsthand and be among the first to explore new product launches up close.
As an industry expert, what is your perspective on Smart Automation, Smart Lighting, and the broader smart home ecosystem?
As an industry expert with over three decades in interior design, I see Smart Automation, Smart Lighting, and the broader smart home ecosystem as pivotal in shaping the future of living spaces. These technologies are not just about convenience—they’re about creating environments that are intelligent, efficient, and deeply responsive to human needs.
This revolutionary concept is reshaping lives by creating an inclusive environment where design and technology evolve together, driving better user experiences, quicker adoption, and a stronger shift toward future-ready living.
Smart automation must prioritize user-centric design—simplifying life with intuitive, easyto-use systems for all users. Overly complex setups hinder adoption.
Smart lighting that mimics natural light cycles is gaining popularity for its positive impact on health and productivity.
As connected devices increase, so do security and privacy concerns.
The smart home market is no longer a niche. Increasing consumer awareness, decreasing device costs, and the proliferation of broadband internet have fuelled significant growth.
This trend is expected to continue, driven by the demand for convenience, security, energy efficiency, and aging-in-place solutions.
To drive long-term adoption, the focus must remain on seamless integration, robust security, and delivering clear, meaningful value—not just technology for its own sake.
How would you characterize the current adoption rate of Building Automation, Home Automation and Smart Lighting technologies in your projects?
A lot has been done, and people have started realising the benefit of their applications in their everyday life. But still, I feel we need to do more to make it accessible to all.
Building Automation: Although adoption in the residential sector is still growing, there is a noticeable increase in demand within hospitality, banquet halls, and institutional spaces. The integration of HVAC systems, lighting, AV controls, and energy monitoring is becoming more widespread, particularly in projects targeting green certification. The emphasis is on enhancing operational efficiency and reducing long-term costs.
Home Automation: In premium residences and high-end apartment projects, home automation has transitioned from a luxury to a standard expectation. Features such as smart lighting control, automated blinds, climate control, and integrated security systems are commonly requested by clients who prioritize convenience, safety, and energy efficiency. The demand is especially strong among techsavvy homeowners and NRIs seeking a global standard of living.
Smart Lighting: This is currently the most widely adopted of the three technologies. From tunable white lights that adjust based on the time of day to motion-sensor-based lighting for energy conservation, smart lighting has become an essential part of modern interior design. Its flexibility, aesthetics, and ease of integration make it a popular choice across residential, hospitality, and even small commercial projects.
We expect this trend to accelerate further as smart technologies become more accessible and better aligned with design aesthetics.
What key advantages do you believe attendees will gain from participating in the Smart Home Expo 2025?
Smart Home Expo 2025 is not just an event— it’s an ecosystem for learning, collaboration, innovation and growth in the rapidly evolving world of smart living. One of the key advantages of this Expo is the opportunity to interact directly with products and solutions. Live demonstrations let attendees experience functionality, usability, and design compatibility firsthand.
The event is set to attract a diverse range of buyers from across industry segments, including trade professionals and smart home enthusiasts.
It offers a valuable platform to explore cuttingedge innovations for everyday living and will play a crucial role in raising awareness about what technologies and solutions are truly practical, effective, and worth adopting.
Z-Wave Alliance Reflects on Successful Partnership with Smart Home Expo
Avi Rosenthal discusses the company’s growing presence in India’s smart home and building technology market, highlighting its mission to promote automation and looks ahead to the future of smart technology in India.
You’ve been associated with Smart Home Expo for the past two years. Could you share your experience and insights about your association with Smart Home Expo 2025? Z-Wave Alliance’s experience with the Smart Home Expo over the past two years has been incredibly rewarding. The 2025 Expo strengthens our belief in India’s growing interest and investment in smart home and building technologies. The Expo has consistently provided a vibrant platform for the Z-Wave Alliance to showcase the strength and interoperability of Z-Wave technology while connecting with other associations, academics, system integrators, developers, and more. What sets Smart Home Expo apart is the enthusiasm and curiosity of its attendees—it’s a reflection of a market that’s eager to innovate and grow. Last year’s Expo was especially promising in terms of the quality of conversations and the traction we received for Z-Wave-enabled solutions, and we look forward to an even more interesting 2025 Expo.
How does the partnership with Smart Home Expo align with Z Wave’s mission to promote automation?
The Z-Wave Alliance is dedicated to advancing wireless smart homes and building automation
through an open, interoperable standard. It gives us a direct line to the Indian market—a region where interest in home automation is rapidly growing. The Expo allows us the platform to demonstrate the full possibilities of connected smart homes built on the scalability, reliability, and security of Z-Wave technology while educating stakeholders on the importance of interoperability in building future-ready ecosystems.
How does Z Wave envision the future of Home Automation and Smart Building technologies in India over the next decade? India is on the cusp of a smart technology revolution. As urbanization accelerates and consumers become more tech-savvy, we expect a significant rise in the demand for connected homes and intelligent buildings. Over the next decade, we envision India becoming one of the key global markets for smart home and building automation. Key drivers will include government initiatives around smart cities, increasing the affordability of smart devices, and growing awareness of energy efficiency and security. Z-Wave is committed to supporting this transformation by offering a robust, secure, and interoperable ecosystem that meets both residential and commercial needs.
Avi Rosenthal Chairman, Z-Wave Alliance and Sr Partner, BlueConnect Partners
INBAC at the Forefront of India’s Smart Building Movement
Akash Kothari, shares his experience, insights on INBAC’s partnership with Smart Home Expo, and his vision for the future of smart infrastructure in India.
You’ve been associated with Smart Home Expo for the past three years. Could you share your experience and insights about your association with Smart Home Expo 2025?
Being part of the Smart Home Expo for the past three years has been an exciting journey. Each year the platform has grown stronger bringing together the innovators, industry leaders, and passionate professionals. For us at INBAC it’s more than just an event it’s a space where we connect, learn and contribute to the future of smart living and automation in India. It is pleasure to share common vision between INBAC & SBS of scaling the Automation Industry to newer heights.
How does the partnership with Smart Home Expo align with INBAC’s mission to promote building automation?
Our partnership with Smart Home Expo perfectly aligns with INBAC’s mission to drive awareness and adoption of building automation in India. The expo gives us a powerful platform to showcase innovations and engage with key stakeholders and helps promote smarter and sustainable infrastructure. It’s where our vision meets realworld impact.
What are the key objectives that INBAC aims to achieve through this collaboration?
Through this collaboration for Smart Building Summit, INBAC aims to spread awareness about building automation connect with industry leaders and inspire the next wave of smart and sustainable solutions. We also want to educate professionals and students while strengthening the ecosystem by building meaningful partnerships. INBAC believes in getting unbiased certifications for Smart Buildings Industry by introducing VITAL –India’s First Certification for Building Digital Infrastructure, Connectivity and Technological Advancement
What are your thoughts on the impact of expos like Smart Home Expo in driving innovation, awareness, and adoption of smart solutions in India?
Expos like Smart Home Expo play a crucial role in shaping the future of smart solutions in India. They bring the entire ecosystem together from innovators and startups to policymakers and end-users. It’s where ideas turn into real world applications. Events like these don’t just showcase products but they spark conversations drive awareness and accelerate adoption by making technology more accessible and relatable.
Akash Kothari
Business Strategist & Partner, Nexus Intelligence, Co-Chair – INBAC Membership Team & Marketing Team
Women in Lighting India’s Role in Shaping the Future of Lighting Design
Ar. Surbhi Jindal highlights the WOMEN IN LIGHTING’s initiative in empowering women in the lighting industry through networking, mentorship, and visibility, and its association with Smart Home Expo 2025.
Can you provide an overview of WOMEN IN LIGHTING’s mission and its role in advancing the field of lighting design?
Women In Lighting is an international network and an inspirational platform that celebrates the professional women working in the field of lighting globally, founded by London-based Light Collective Studio - Sharon Stammers & Martin Lupton supported by Forma Lighting, an Architectural lighting company and designer Katia Kolovea of Archifos.
Launched in March 2019, the main aim of this project is to interview and create a platform for the promotion of women working in the lighting industry so that their stories are heard and their profiles are raised, represented by 80 Ambassadors in 80 Countries globally. It is not only about gender equity.
It’s also about inclusivity and how this is beneficial to the industry as a whole.
Women In Lighting India chapter, aligned with the goals of the international project, has made a strong impact in the lighting industry in India. What we are trying to do is create a
strong, welcoming and open network with new ways of collaborative working, leadership and our initiatives. We have successfully grown to 88 Contributors only in India now. The team constitutes lighting designers, lighting manufacturers, educators and researchers from all across the Country and they work closely to curate and implement various initiatives conceptualized collectively by WIL India.
“It’s just incredible to see immense support extended from so many women designers and the number of women who have come forward to contribute to this initiative as well as grow the community in all possible ways”, quotes Surbhi.
How does WOMEN IN LIGHTING support lighting designers, architects, and industry professionals in enhancing their expertise and staying updated with the latest trends?
Women working in lighting have somehow broken the glass ceiling in many parts of the Country, by creating their destiny, starting their firms, and being recognised for their achievements. It’s important to actually
Ar. Surbhi Jindal
Women in Lighting India Ambassador
celebrate the achievements and promote their profiles on a structured global platform like WOMENINLIGHTING. The project is open to all women working in lighting, covering all fields such as architecture, art, entertainment, manufacturing, education, research and journalism.
It actively supports lighting designers and industry professionals by fostering a vibrant community that emphasizes networking, education and mentorship. Through a variety of workshops, webinars, and seminars, WIL provides access to the latest lighting technologies and design trends, ensuring that contributors are well-informed and equipped with the skills necessary to excel in their careers.
Additionally, WIL showcases the work of women in the industry, promoting their achievements and enhancing visibility, which not only empowers individuals but also advocates for diversity and inclusion within the profession. Overall, WOMEN IN LIGHTING plays a crucial role in enhancing expertise and encouraging continuous learning in the community.
What role do you see WOMEN IN LIGHTING playing in events like Smart Home Expo 2025, and how can such partnerships benefit the lighting design community?
Women in Lighting project plays a crucial role
at events like Smart Home Expo 2025, as it contributes to the Expo by leading discussions, workshops and panels that focus on the latest trends in lighting design, sustainability, and technological advancements. By sharing their experiences and insights, they can inspire the next generation of designers and encourage more women to enter the field. This representation is vital, as it not only showcases the talent within the community but also fosters a more inclusive environment where diverse voices are heard and valued.
You’ve been associated with Smart Home Expo, what are your thoughts on the event and its impact on the industry?
I am excited about the upcoming new opportunities that the show brings!! Today, lighting not only illuminates, it definitely still shapes and articulates the buildings, cars, spaces, and objects that surround us, and now that it’s digital, it can do so much more. I have had the privilege of being associated with the Smart Home Expo since 201,9 and I believe it is a pivotal event for the industry.
The Expo not only showcases the latest innovations in smart home technology but also serves as a critical platform for networking among industry leaders, startups, and consumers.
Moreover, the event fosters collaboration and partnerships among businesses.
Empowering a Greener Tomorrow: IGBC and Smart Home Expo 2025 Unite for Sustainable Innovation
Dr. Mala Singh Chairperson, IGBC Mumbai Chapter
Dr. Mala Singh, Chairperson, IGBC Mumbai Chapter shares IGBC’s vision for sustainable living and their collaboration with Smart Home Expo 2025, highlighting how smart technologies are shaping the future of green buildings in India.
Tell us about your association with Smart Home Expo 2025.
We at the Indian Green Building Council (IGBC) are pleased to be associated with Smart Home Expo 2025, a platform that aligns closely with our mission of advancing sustainable built environments in India. Our association reflects a shared commitment to promoting innovative, smart, and eco-friendly solutions that not only enhance the quality of life but also contribute significantly to environmental conservation. This collaboration offers an excellent opportunity to showcase how intelligent technologies can seamlessly integrate with green building practices to create future-ready, sustainable homes and communities.
In your view, how can automation and smart technologies enhance the sustainability of green buildings?
Automation and smart technologies play a pivotal role in enhancing the performance
of green buildings. By enabling real-time monitoring and efficient control of energy, water, and indoor air quality systems, these technologies help reduce resource consumption and operational costs. Smart solutions such as automated lighting, HVAC optimization, water leak detection, and energy management systems empower occupants to make informed decisions and support sustainable lifestyles. Ultimately, such advancements lead to improved occupant well-being, reduced carbon footprint, and long-term sustainability of buildings.
How does IGBC perceive the impact of smart home technologies on sustainable living?
IGBC recognises smart home technologies as catalysts for accelerating sustainable living. These technologies facilitate proactive resource management, support user behavior change, and align with IGBC’s vision of `Net Zero’ energy, water, and waste. By integrating smart systems with IGBC’s green building frameworks, homeowners and developers can
go beyond traditional practices to embrace intelligent, responsive, and environmentfriendly living environments. In our view, smart homes are not just a trend—they are the next step in achieving holistic and resilient urban development.
In your opinion, how can the collaboration between IGBC and Smart Home Expo contribute to better consumer education and adoption of smart home technologies in India? Please share your views on the same.
The collaboration between IGBC and Smart Home Expo serves as a powerful platform to educate and inspire stakeholders— ranging from developers and architects to homeowners and students.
Through joint initiatives, workshops, and knowledge-sharing sessions, we aim to demystify smart technologies and showcase their tangible benefits in green buildings. Together, we can bridge the gap between innovation and implementation by fostering
greater awareness, trust, and interest among consumers. This partnership can significantly accelerate the mainstream adoption of smart, sustainable living solutions across India.
What are the key messages IGBC wants to convey to the expo audience regarding smart technologies and green buildings?
IGBC’s key message to the expo audience is clear: Smart technologies are essential enablers of green and sustainable living. By integrating intelligent systems into our homes and buildings, we can optimize resource usage, enhance comfort and safety, and build resilience against climate challenges. We urge stakeholders to embrace smart solutions not just as convenience tools, but as strategic investments in a greener, healthier future.
IGBC also invites all participants to explore our green rating systems and collaborate in shaping India’s journey towards sustainable and smart development.
CREDAI-MCHI’s Strategic Push for Smart & Sustainable Living
Smart Home World speaks to Domnic Romell, President, CREDAI-MCHI, (Managing Director, Romell Group) to discuss their collaboration with Smart Home Expo 2025. He also shares how this partnership aims to push the boundaries of innovation and sustainability in Indian real estate.
Can you share insights into CREDAI-MCHI’s collaboration with Smart Home Expo 2025? What does this partnership aim to achieve?
At CREDAI-MCHI, we have always believed in staying ahead of the curve and aligning ourselves with innovations that shape the future of real estate. Our collaboration with Smart Home Expo 2025, in partnership with Messe Frankfurt, is a strategic move to bring the latest in home and building automation technologies to the forefront of the Indian real estate industry.
Messe Frankfurt has been a valued partner for almost seven years now, and this continued association reflects our shared vision of promoting smarter, more sustainable urban living.
This partnership aims to bridge the gap between developers, technology providers, and consumers by creating a platform that promotes smarter, greener, and more efficient living solutions. Through this association, we’re not just showcasing innovation, we’re also encouraging dialogue, learning, and adoption of sustainable technologies across the sector.
In your opinion, how important is the Smart Home Expo 2025 for the real estate, construction, and infrastructure industries?
Smart Home Expo 2025 is not just timely, it’s essential. As the real estate, construction, and infrastructure sectors evolve, the integration of intelligent and sustainable technologies is becoming a core part of progressive urban development.
Events like these are crucial for industry stakeholders to gain exposure to cutting-edge innovations, explore strategic partnerships, and stay aligned with global trends.
As an industry expert, what are your thoughts on the integration of home automation, building automation, and smart home technologies in modern real estate projects?
The integration of smart technologies into real estate projects is a natural progression and a need of the hour. From energy efficiency and resource optimization to comfort and security, smart homes are redefining urban living.
At CREDAI-MCHI, we are promoting sustainable green homes as a priority. We encourage our members to view smart and green features not just as add-ons, but as essential components of future-ready real estate. These efforts add tangible value to the home-buying experience while contributing to the larger goal of building environmentally responsible communities.
Ar. Shashank Jain, in collaboration with Zemote Home Automation, blends luxury with advanced smart technologies to design a space that’s elegant, functional, and future-ready.
Orange Architects, based in Indore, is a multidisciplinary, internationally operating design firm founded by Ar. Shashank Jain. The firm specialises in architecture, urban design, landscape and interiors, designing spaces that seamlessly blend design, art and technology.
Ar. Shashank Jain got a brief from the client to design a home that is spread over a built-up area of 6,000 sq.ft that embodies sophistication while remaining easy to maintain; the client’s vision was clear: `to craft spaces that feel both familiar and distinct.’ The talented architect skillfully worked towards creating an environment where every corner reflects a sense of warmth and comfort without compromising on style or functionality. The design transcended mere aesthetics, aiming to foster a connection with the inhabitants while offering a refined, curated living experience by incorporating smart technology.
“The design approach is centered around the concept of `Quiet Luxury’ — an elegance that doesn’t shout for attention but instead whispers through thoughtful details and harmonious proportions. It’s about the understated beauty found in clean lines, natural materials, and carefully chosen textures that evoke a sense of calm and sophistication. The home was envisioned as a sanctuary where simplicity meets refinement, where every element serves a purpose, and where the elegance lies in its subtlety rather than in overt opulence. This balance of familiarity and distinction creates a timeless appeal, making the space both inviting and inspiring.” says, Ar. Shashank Jain, Founder and Principal Architect, Orange Architects.
One of the admirable features is the elevation that blends effortlessly with its surroundings— simple, understated, and not attentionseeking. The team designed a façade with a subtle unique design. The bold 12-foot cantilever at the front creates a striking yet balanced visual appeal. The material palette remains minimal, emphasizing clean lines and proportion.
On the interiors, the living cum dining space exudes calm and freshness. Natural light floods the room, complemented by warm
wooden tones and minimalistic styling. The seamless connection to the courtyard brings in fresh air and greenery, creating an inviting indoor-outdoor flow. This space is designed to encourage relaxation and meaningful gatherings.
The bedroom embodies clean lines, calmness, and cosiness. The soothing palette of whites and warm wood accents creates a tranquil retreat, reflecting a perfect blend of serenity and style.
Integrated Smart Home Technologies
This project seamlessly integrates a range of advanced smart home technologies. The smart lighting system features high-efficiency bulbs equipped with motion and impact sensors, allowing for automated control that responds to the user’s presence. The voice-controlled automation further simplifies everyday living, enabling effortless management of lighting, security systems, and other connected devices with just a simple command. To boost both convenience and safety, motion sensors are strategically placed to trigger lights and alerts as needed, ensuring that the home responds intelligently to movement.
Security is elevated with 24/7 surveillance cameras that offer remote access, allowing you to monitor your property in real time from anywhere. The security system is designed to provide comprehensive protection and peace of mind. It includes 24/7 surveillance with motion sensors that continuously monitor for unusual activity and send instant alerts when necessary. While sensor-based lighting optimises energy use by adjusting illumination based on room occupancy, reducing waste and lowering utility costs.
Voice-controlled automation allows homeowners to manage security features effortlessly, offering both convenience and control. Impact sensors are strategically placed to detect forced entry attempts, enhancing the overall safety of the home. These advanced security features are powered by trusted brands, ensuring reliability and robust protection whether the home is occupied or unoccupied.
Additionally, an automated water tank management system ensures seamless functionality without the need for manual
intervention, providing peace of mind and operational efficiency.
In addition to physical security, data security and privacy are top priorities. The integrated smart home systems utilize encrypted networks and secure protocols to safeguard user data against unauthorized access. Regular software updates and stringent access controls further enhance security, ensuring that the smart home environment remains protected from potential threats. This comprehensive approach to security not only protects the home but also the personal information of its residents.
Together, these technologies create an environment that’s not just smart but intuitively responsive, adapting to the dynamic needs of modern living while offering comfort, security, and sustainability.
Customization for Homeowners’ Preferences
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ensuring that technology enhances the living space without overwhelming its design. This approach allowed for a harmonious blend of form and function, reflecting the client’s desire for understated elegance.” Shashank Jain.
Integration of Different Technologies
While this project didn’t involve extensive network integration or home theatre systems, the focus was on creating a seamless user experience through centralised control panels and smart devices. The technologies were carefully chosen to complement each other, ensuring smooth operation and minimal technical issues.
The project features BAS-IP LP Touchscreen Panels, providing an intuitive interface for managing all smart systems:
The home features Hybec Smart Lighting, seamlessly integrated to provide energyefficient LED solutions with advanced capabilities. This system offers dimming and colour tuning options, allowing homeowners to adjust the lighting to suit their mood and
create the perfect ambiance in every room. Automation further enhances convenience, with lights that respond to motion sensors and time-based settings, optimizing energy use without compromising on comfort. Beyond reducing energy consumption, this smart lighting solution transforms the living environment, adding both functionality and a dynamic aesthetic appeal to each space.
To ensure longevity and adaptability, the smart systems were designed with scalability in mind. The infrastructure allows for easy upgrades, accommodating new technologies as they emerge. This future-proof approach ensures that the home remains at the forefront of smart living innovations, even as technology evolves.
This smart home project exemplifies how thoughtful design, combined with advanced automation, can transform everyday living into an extraordinary experience. By focusing on seamless integration, user-friendly interfaces, and security, the home not only meets modern demands but also sets a benchmark for smart living in contemporary architecture.
TECH INSIGHTS
Architect/Interior Designer: Shashank Jain
Automation System Used: Zemote
Home Automation
Lighting: Hybec
Lighting Control: BAS-IP LP
Security Cameras: CP Plus- Camera
Digital Locks: Yale
Speakers: Alexa and Sonos
Biometrics: Yale
A Smart Sanctuary Tailored for The New-Age Lifestyle
Designed by Zaha Spaces in collaboration with Smart Node, this apartment in Mumbai is a seamless blend of latest home automation and cultural elegance. The home offers a refined vision of future-ready urban living.
Nestled in the heart of Mulund West in Mumbai, this 4BHK apartment spanning 2,200 sq. ft. is a striking blend of minimalism, vertical space design, and Indian sensibilities. Conceptualized and designed by Interior Designer Alpesh Haria, Principal Designer, Zaha Spaces, this home showcases how modern-day luxury can coexist beautifully with functionality and tradition. The design ethos focused on simplicity and clean lines, with a vertical spatial narrative that subtly echoes Indian roots. The result is a home that feels grounded yet aspirational—personal yet tech-savvy.
The clients, a power couple with hectic schedules, had a clear vision. The husband
holds a senior position at one of India’s leading corporations, while the wife runs her own successful firm. With both frequently away due to professional commitments, their primary need was a residence that could be accessed and operated remotely—secure, intelligent, and intuitive. From the outset, the brief emphasized the importance of smart home automation that could function seamlessly with just a touch or a voice command, offering them full control over their space no matter where they were.
Responding to this requirement, every element of the home was integrated with advanced automation systems using a WiFi-based wireless protocol. The entire space
is equipped with smart lighting, motorised curtains, HVAC systems, comprehensive security setups, and advanced audio-visual technology. Even the main door is fully automated with integrated access control, allowing the homeowners to unlock it remotely or via biometric authentication. Every room has personalised smart scene settings—where one touch triggers a sequence of events such as drawing the curtains, changing the lighting temperature, or setting the room temperature—tailored precisely to the lifestyle of the inhabitants.
“Security was a top priority for this techpowered home. The house features surveillance cameras by Hikvision, which are installed in all common areas, allowing the homeowners to monitor their space remotely. For access control, the home uses Yale biometric digital locks on all internal doors, while the main entrance boasts an integrated lock system by Pirnar. This level of control ensures restricted access to private areas even in the absence of the owners, adding a strong layer of safety and peace of mind. Furthermore, the existing fire alarm and sprinkler system embedded
in the structure were complemented by the automation, preparing the house for unforeseen emergencies.” explains Alpesh.
To safeguard data and privacy—often overlooked in smart home discussions—the integration included a firewall and strong WPA2/WPA3 encryption protocols. The networking hardware used throughout the house was carefully chosen to be compatible with these security standards. The core idea was to ensure that not just the physical space, but the digital architecture of the home remained resilient and secure.
The technological backbone of this project included a well-planned home network system using TP-Link Wi-Fi routers positioned at three strategic locations within the home. This ensured robust internet connectivity for uninterrupted automation and streaming services. Once the automation and AV requirements were locked in, wiring and spatial planning followed, including accommodations for two woofers, nine
speakers, mono amplifiers, and a shortthrow projector—all of which were concealed neatly without disrupting the clean interior aesthetics.
A major highlight of the home is the integrated home theatre, which forms part of the open-plan living room. Designed to deliver a cinematic experience without occupying a separate room, it features a short-throw projector from AWOL, paired with a 120-inch screen, Denon amplifiers, Wharfedale front and center speakers, and Proficient ceilingmounted speakers. To manage acoustics, the room was treated with acoustic wallpaper and sound-dampening panels that minimized sound reflection, ensuring a crisp, immersive experience. All the equipment was smartly tucked away inside custom cabinetry that allowed sound to travel efficiently while maintaining the sleek decor.
The lighting design across the home was another focal point of the smart integration. Using fixtures from KMS Lights, the setup included tuneable and dimmable spotlights, concealed magnetic tracks, profile lights,
and curtain washers. Lighting scenes were carefully programmed to align with different moods—cooler white light for reading, warm dim lighting for relaxation—all accessible via the mobile app or wall-mounted scene panels. Every room featured its own custom lighting scenes that enhanced the purpose and ambiance of the space.
Control interfaces were made intentionally user-friendly. With Smart Node as the automation partner, homeowners could manage every function—from lighting and
audio to climate and security—through intuitive wall-mounted control panels and a mobile app interface. Each family member was given access to the app, ensuring comfort and command over their environment at all times. Whether adjusting the temperature in the master bedroom or viewing security footage from another city, everything could be done remotely with ease.
Perhaps one of the most future-ready aspects of the project is its scalability. The system was designed to allow upgrades and the integration of newer technologies without overhauling the infrastructure. Whether it’s adding more speakers, newer lighting modules, or more advanced AIbased appliances in the future, the home is ready to evolve alongside its residents.
This smart residence is more than a hightech marvel—it’s a lifestyle statement. It embodies the perfect synergy between architecture, intelligent automation, and a deep understanding of its occupants’ needs.
TECH INSIGHTS
Project Area: 2,200 sq.ft.
Architect/Interior designer: ID Alpesh Haria, Principal Designer, Zaha Spaces
Automation Used: Smart Node
Lighting: KMS Lights
Security Systems: Hikvision cameras
Digital Locks: Yale digital locks, Door System: Pirnar
AI-Powered Precision for the Ultimate Home Cinema Experience
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With BenQ’s industry-leading AI Cinema Mode, HDR-PRO™ technology, and CinematicColor™ with 90% DCI-P3 coverage, the W2720i delivers true-to-life colors, dynamic contrast, and seamless optimization—allowing users to experience professional-grade cinema right in their living rooms.
AI-Powered Innovation: The Future of Home Cinema
Traditional projectors require extensive manual calibration for optimal viewing, but BenQ’s AI Cinema Mode eliminates the
hassle. Equipped with advanced AI -camera and Time-of-Flight (TOF) sensors, the W2720i detects changes in projector placement, screen distance, and ambient brightness, automatically adjusting color, contrast, and tone mapping to ensure a flawless cinematic experience in any environment.
• Adaptive Brightness & Contrast – Real-time adjustments to ensure balanced visuals in both bright and dim settings.
• Auto Tone Mapping – Intelligent compensation for shadow and highlight details for lifelike depth and realism.
• Optimized Picture Modes – Dedicated AIenhanced HDR modes for 4K HDR10, HDR10+, and HLG content.
Unmatched Visual Excellence: True 4K Clarity with W2720i
The W2720i redefines picture quality with its True 4K UHD resolution (8.3 million pixels) and BenQ HDR-PRO™ technology, which features both Local Contrast Enhancer (LCE) and Global Contrast Enhancer (GCE). These technologies work in tandem to elevate image sharpness, enhance brightness, and reveal finer details in both bright and dark scenes.
For home theater enthusiasts, the W2720i’s Filmmaker Mode preserves the original cinematic experience by disabling motion smoothing and delivering colors exactly as directors intended.
BenQ’s W2720i is Google-certified with builtin Android TV, providing access to over 5,000 streaming apps, including Netflix, Prime Video, Jio Hotstar, and YouTube, ensuring an all-in-one entertainment hub.
• 4LED Light Source – Delivers a 30,000-hour lifespan for long-lasting, vibrant performance.
• Bright & Vivid Visuals- Delivers 2500 ANSI Lumens of Brightness & 90% DCI-P3 color space
• Flexible Installation – 1.3x zoom, vertical lens shift, and Auto Screen Fit allow hassle-free setup.
• Advanced Connectivity – HDMI 2.1 (4K 120 Hz), eARC, SPDIF support Dolby Atmos for an immersive audio experience.
Sambandh: Smart Node’s New Growth Vision
In a first-of-its-kind event for the Indian smart home automation industry, Smart Node hosted over 90 channel partners from across the country at its annual dealer conclave, aptly titled ‘Sambandh,’ a celebration of partnership, progress and a shared future.
Speaking about the event, Parth Shah, Co-Founder of Smart Node, shared, “With Sambandh, we’re not just charting our next phase of growth—we’re doing it hand-inhand with our partners. We made a conscious choice to invest in deepening relationships over presence at expos, because for us, true growth begins with the people who power it.” The event was a high-energy, emotionally resonant experience that combined strategic intent with moments of connection, recognition, and celebration. Through immersive sessions, Sambandh reaffirmed Smart Node’s commitment to nurturing its most critical growth enablers - Channel Partners.
A major highlight of the evening was the award night, where Smart Node honoured top-performing partners for their exceptional contributions to business growth, fostering a sense of pride and shared accomplishment across the community.
Sambandh’25
At the core of Sambandh was the unveiling of Smart Node’s ambitious growth roadmap, centred on deepening its channel ecosystem and introducing bold organisational shifts, partner-first initiatives. Here’s a closer look at the key announcements:
A Revamped Channel Partner Program: From Partnership to Powerhouse.
Smart Node’s refreshed Channel Partner Program focuses on stronger connections and recognition. It introduces a two-tiered structure, Prime and Associate Partners, offering strategic alignment to ensure that high-performing partners receive enhanced support, visibility, and growth opportunities. Expanding Experience Centres Nationwide: Smart Living, Made Tangible.
Experience Centres are a cornerstone of Smart Node’s growth strategy. The Ahmedabad flagship centre has already started to deliver high engagement and conversion rates. Building on this success, Smart Node will launch 15 new Experience Centres across key cities in the next three years, offering product demos and training to bridge the gap between interest and adoption.
LMS Launch: Making Learning Core to Smart Node’s Business.
Knowledge isn’t just power; it’s a competitive edge. Smart Node’s Learning Management System (LMS), built fully in-house, is a strategic platform designed to upskill both partners and employees. With video modules, monthly evaluations, interactive Q&As and
certifications, the LMS equips the business with the knowledge for faster onboarding, improved sales readiness, and fewer errors in execution.
Wireless and Automated: The New Digital Future
Smart Node believes in a future that is both wireless and automated. Therefore it is streamlining its operations to modernise smart living experiences. From quotations to order placement and service management, Smart Node’s automated workflows will reduce manual intervention and accelerate execution. Simultaneously, the company is driving a shift towards fully wireless solutions that is better suited to contemporary lifestyles. Backed by in-house R&D, this dual focus on automation and wireless technology is positioning Smart Node at the forefront of a seamless, futureready home automation ecosystem.
Looking Ahead: A Future Built on ‘Sambandh’ Smart Node’s strategic recalibration marks a significant step towards taking a leading position in the Indian smart home automation market. By placing its channel partners at the heart of its growth story, Smart Node isn’t just aiming for market dominance, it’s laying the groundwork for shared, sustained success. Let’s build this wireless future together!
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