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Fri Sep 04•11:00 AM – 11:30 AM•Smart Stage | Exhibit Hall

Get Your Foot in the Door with Design-Build

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In many high-end residential projects today, the first conversations about technology are happening long before an integrator is even invited to the table. Architects, interior designers and builders are increasingly shaping how technology fits into the home, from the placement of displays and speakers to the integration of lighting, shading and infrastructure. Integrators who understand how to collaborate effectively with these partners are finding themselves involved earlier in projects, gaining greater influence over system design and ultimately delivering better outcomes for clients.

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