Invisible Innovation: Integrating Hidden Technology into Design
Out of sight—but never out of impact. For a matching curated tour that supports this course, visit Technology Designer for information regarding tickets and daily schedule here. In today’s most elegant spaces, the best technology is often the kind you don’t see. Invisible Innovation explores how cutting-edge solutions like hidden speakers, motorized lifts, architectural lighting, concealed screens, and flush-mount devices can seamlessly blend into any design without sacrificing performance. This course is designed for the design-build community—architects, designers, builders, and integrators—who want to create cleaner aesthetics and smarter spaces. Attendees will learn why early collaboration is key to making hidden technology work, what products and systems are available, and how to plan for the structural, electrical, and system considerations these discreet solutions demand. When planned right from the start, invisible tech enhances the experience without ever disrupting the design.
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