Chicago lighting retailer Lightology will host its Smart Home Summit on Sept. 12, 2024, from 10:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., at its showroom located in Chicago’s design-centric River North neighborhood at 215 W Chicago Ave. The Smart Home Summit is geared toward professionals and enthusiasts in the fields of lighting, technology, and smart home integration. Attendees are promised valuable insights into the latest trends, innovations, and future directions in these rapidly evolving markets.
“We are at a pivotal moment where technology is redefining how we interact with our homes. The Smart Home Summit is an opportunity to explore these advancements and understand how lighting can play a central role in creating more connected, efficient, and beautiful living spaces,” said Greg Kay, founder and CEO at Lightology. “We are excited to bring together industry leaders and enthusiasts to share knowledge, inspire innovation, and build connections that will shape the future of smart home design.”
Event Highlights:
- In-depth Panels and Discussions: Engage with industry experts as they delve into the future of lighting and smart home technology. Learn about the latest products, techniques, and designs that are shaping the industry.
- Interactive Demonstrations: Experience firsthand the cutting-edge technology that is revolutionizing residential lighting and automation. See how integrated systems can enhance the ambiance and functionality of modern living spaces.
- Networking Opportunities: Connect with like-minded professionals, industry leaders, and potential collaborators during the event. The Summit will conclude with a rooftop networking session, offering breathtaking views of the Chicago skyline.
The Smart Home Summit is an immersive, hands-on learning experience and networking event, covering everything from smart lighting and circadian rhythm to the future of shades and controls. Trade professionals are able to earn CEDIA Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for the sessions identified below.
Programming Schedule:
- 10:30 a.m. – Coffee & Pastries
- 11:00 a.m. – CEU – Low Voltage Lighting System Design Basics – Presented by PureEdge Lighting
- 12:00 p.m. – Lunch
- 12:30 p.m. – CEU – Shades & Smart Controls – Presented by Draper
- 2:00 p.m. – CEU – Demystifying Color in Architectural Lighting – Presented by PureEdge Lighting
- 3:30 p.m. – eero Mesh Wi-Fi System – The Future of Wi-Fi
- 4:30 p.m. – Snacks / Cocktails
- 5:00 p.m. – CEU – Future Ready Model Homes: Smart Lighting Strategies for Builders, Designers and Integrators – Presented by PureEdge Lighting
- 6:00 p.m. – Networking on the Roof
Lightology’s Chicago showroom features an array of lighting installations, serving as a living demonstration of what is possible with the right combination of light and technology.
Spaces for the Smart Home Summit are limited. Please RSVP early to secure a spot at this event. To register and RSVP please visit the Eventbrite page here.
