Lighting and Lighting Fundamentals Workshop

As the LED has become the mandated choice for light sources in luminai…As the LED has become the mandated choice for light sources in luminaires it has changed dramatically how we design, specify, install, program, and interact with lighting systems. This transformative change has opened new opportunities for the CEDIA …As the LED has become the mandated choice for light sources in luminaires it has changed dramatically how we design, specify, install, program, and interact with lighting systems. This transformative change has opened new opportunities for the CEDIA integrator: lighting can become an important part the business model for our industry. This workshop will discuss the impact solid state light sources have on the future of lighting including technolo…As the LED has become the mandated choice for light sources in luminaires it has changed dramatically how we design, specify, install, program, and interact with lighting systems. This transformative change has opened new opportunities for the CEDIA integrator: lighting can become an important part the business model for our industry. This workshop will discuss the impact solid state light sources have on the future of lighting including technologies like LED, Laser LED and OLED. Explore functionality like warm dimming, tuneable white, and warm white; expert selection and control of these sources in an occupancy can have a positive impact on those individuals living and working in the space. Discover how new powering technologies are impacting the use and consumption of electrical energy. Uncover how the new “Luminaire Level Lighting Controls” (LLLC) technology is changing the way we control and manage light in a space. The workshop will use case studies and real-life calculations. To create a sample lighting schedule and a lighting control detail, all through the lens of a CEDIA Smart Home Professional. Highlights: - Incandescent to Solid State, how lights sources have evolved. - A brief comparison of the luminous efficacy of the new lamps - Load calculations and lighting schedules - New powering options for lighting - New control and management technologies - How these changes will benefit the CEDIA integrator and the customerShow MoreClick the title to see all detailsShow More

Ken ErdmannDirector of Technical Education Programs, CEDIA

Beyond the Spec Sheet: What RP-1 Means for Loudspeaker Performance

  CEDIA’s newest Recommended Practice, RP-1, introduces a more consist…  CEDIA’s newest Recommended Practice, RP-1, introduces a more consistent, engineering-focused way to understand and compare loudspeaker specifications. For integrators, designers, and audio professionals, the shift is significant: moving beyond inco…  CEDIA’s newest Recommended Practice, RP-1, introduces a more consistent, engineering-focused way to understand and compare loudspeaker specifications. For integrators, designers, and audio professionals, the shift is significant: moving beyond incomplete spec sheets, ambiguous wattage claims, and marketing-driven performance numbers toward objective data that can be used to predict whether a loudspeaker is suitable for a given system, room, and…  CEDIA’s newest Recommended Practice, RP-1, introduces a more consistent, engineering-focused way to understand and compare loudspeaker specifications. For integrators, designers, and audio professionals, the shift is significant: moving beyond incomplete spec sheets, ambiguous wattage claims, and marketing-driven performance numbers toward objective data that can be used to predict whether a loudspeaker is suitable for a given system, room, and performance target. This launch session will provide an accessible but technically grounded overview of RP-1 and its most important takeaways for the residential integration community. Attendees will learn how the recommended practice organizes loudspeaker Performance Facts across passive and active products, why voltage-based data, SPL capability, impedance, sensitivity, directivity, bandwidth, distortion, and environmental specifications matter in real-world design, and how these measurements connect to better product selection, amplifier matching, and system engineering. The session will also show how RP-1 supports the broader CEDIA standards ecosystem, including its relationship to RP-22 and the push toward more predictable immersive audio outcomes. By the end of this session, attendees will be able to: • Explain the purpose of RP-1 and why standardized loudspeaker Performance Facts matter for residential system design. • Interpret core RP-1 data categories, including sound level capability, voltage-based specifications, impedance, sensitivity, directivity, bandwidth, and environmental factors. • Distinguish meaningful SPL and electrical performance data from legacy ratings or marketing claims. • Apply RP-1 takeaways when evaluating loudspeakers, matching products to project requirements, and communicating performance expectations with clients and project teams.Show MoreClick the title to see all detailsShow More

Adam PelzOwner and President, Bespoke Cinemas & Integration

Blueprint to Connectivity: Design & Engineering Drawing Essentials for Integrators

As technology becomes a fundamental part of every built environment, i…As technology becomes a fundamental part of every built environment, it’s essential that designers and architects understand how to accurately represent low voltage systems on construction documents. This class will provide a practical introduction t…As technology becomes a fundamental part of every built environment, it’s essential that designers and architects understand how to accurately represent low voltage systems on construction documents. This class will provide a practical introduction to the newly updated J-STD-710 standard symbol set designed to bring clarity and consistency to drawings that include AV, networking, lighting control, and other integrated technologies. In this sessio…As technology becomes a fundamental part of every built environment, it’s essential that designers and architects understand how to accurately represent low voltage systems on construction documents. This class will provide a practical introduction to the newly updated J-STD-710 standard symbol set designed to bring clarity and consistency to drawings that include AV, networking, lighting control, and other integrated technologies. In this session, you’ll learn: the purpose and value of using low voltage symbols and plans in design, engineering, and construction documentation, how to interpret and apply the updated J-STD-710 symbols in your drawings, best practices for coordinating with integrators and other stakeholders during the design phase. Real-world examples of how clear documentation improves outcomes, reduces change orders, and enhances collaboration. Whether you're working on residential or commercial projects, this course will give you the foundation to confidently incorporate connected technology into your plans—and improve communication across every stakeholder in the project.Show MoreClick the title to see all detailsShow More

Dave TkachukFounder, Symbol Logic

Amanda WildmanCo Owner, TruMedia

Technology for the Homebound

This one hour educational presentation covers the technology ecosystem…This one hour educational presentation covers the technology ecosystem for homebound patients, including sensor networks, voice and switch access, environmental controls, medication and fall monitoring, telehealth integration, and privacy preserving …This one hour educational presentation covers the technology ecosystem for homebound patients, including sensor networks, voice and switch access, environmental controls, medication and fall monitoring, telehealth integration, and privacy preserving monitoring strategies. The session balances clinical goals (safety, adherence, independence) with installation realities (interoperability, wiring, power, network resilience) and includes real world c…This one hour educational presentation covers the technology ecosystem for homebound patients, including sensor networks, voice and switch access, environmental controls, medication and fall monitoring, telehealth integration, and privacy preserving monitoring strategies. The session balances clinical goals (safety, adherence, independence) with installation realities (interoperability, wiring, power, network resilience) and includes real world case studies and retrofit vs. new build decision criteria. Evidence and design patterns from ambient assisted living research and industry practice inform recommended workflows. Show MoreClick the title to see all detailsShow More

LaDonna EriksenCEO/Director of Education, Construction Education Consortium

This Old House: Upgrading Legacy Homes for Modern Living

  Older homes have character, history, and charm — but they weren't bu…  Older homes have character, history, and charm — but they weren't built with smart lighting, whole-home audio, or high-speed networking in mind. This panel explores the unique challenges and creative solutions that come with retrofitting legacy pro…  Older homes have character, history, and charm — but they weren't built with smart lighting, whole-home audio, or high-speed networking in mind. This panel explores the unique challenges and creative solutions that come with retrofitting legacy properties for modern technology, from working within existing architecture and avoiding costly structural changes to setting realistic client expectations and pricing retrofit projects profitably. Wheth…  Older homes have character, history, and charm — but they weren't built with smart lighting, whole-home audio, or high-speed networking in mind. This panel explores the unique challenges and creative solutions that come with retrofitting legacy properties for modern technology, from working within existing architecture and avoiding costly structural changes to setting realistic client expectations and pricing retrofit projects profitably. Whether it's a mid-century modern in the hills or a historic estate, integrators who master the retrofit will never run out of work.Show MoreClick the title to see all detailsShow More

Joe WhitakerVP Commercial, Origin Acoustics

Carley KnobochTechnology Advisor, Audiovisions

Abiola AmusanPrincipal, AV Luxury Design Lighting

Andrea HarveyDirector of Design & Build Outreach, CEDIA

Joe WhitakerVP Commercial, Origin Acoustics

Carley KnobochTechnology Advisor, Audiovisions

Abiola AmusanPrincipal, AV Luxury Design Lighting

Andrea HarveyDirector of Design & Build Outreach, CEDIA

Myth Busting & Delivering: Human Centric Lighting & Wellness

Homeowners are increasingly asking for “circadian lighting,” “human ce…Homeowners are increasingly asking for “circadian lighting,” “human centric lighting,” or “healthy lighting”—but the marketplace is full of conflicting claims. This panel brings together lighting researchers, integrators, and manufacturers to debunk …Homeowners are increasingly asking for “circadian lighting,” “human centric lighting,” or “healthy lighting”—but the marketplace is full of conflicting claims. This panel brings together lighting researchers, integrators, and manufacturers to debunk common myths and provide evidence based guidance. Panelists will explain the fundamentals of circadian effective lighting, discuss real world performance versus expectations, and outline practical des…Homeowners are increasingly asking for “circadian lighting,” “human centric lighting,” or “healthy lighting”—but the marketplace is full of conflicting claims. This panel brings together lighting researchers, integrators, and manufacturers to debunk common myths and provide evidence based guidance. Panelists will explain the fundamentals of circadian effective lighting, discuss real world performance versus expectations, and outline practical design and installation strategies that work in residential environments. Attendees will leave with a clear understanding of how to deliver healthy home lighting solutions that are scientifically grounded, aesthetically pleasing, and technically achievable.LEARNING OBJECTIVESBy the end of the session, attendees will be able to:1. Differentiate fact from fiction regarding circadian lighting claims and marketing language.2. Explain the science behind circadian effective lighting and its relationship to sleep, mood, and daily rhythms.3. Identify practical design strategies for implementing tunable white, spectral tuning, and time based lighting schedules.4. Evaluate products and platforms for accuracy, controllability, interoperability, and long term reliability.5. Communicate realistic outcomes to clients and avoid overpromising results.6. Leverage healthy lighting solutions as a business differentiator in the growing wellness focused home market.Show MoreClick the title to see all detailsShow More

LaDonna EriksenCEO/Director of Education, Construction Education Consortium

Invisible Innovation: Integrating Hidden Technology into Design

Out of sight—but never out of impact. For a matching curated tour that…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 yo…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 int…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. Show MoreClick the title to see all detailsShow More

Nathan HolmesDirector of Operations, WhyReboot

Aron McKayDirector of Residential Marketing, Sonance

Mitch KleinVP of Business Development, CEDIA

Nathan HolmesDirector of Operations, WhyReboot

Aron McKayDirector of Residential Marketing, Sonance

Mitch KleinVP of Business Development, CEDIA

Light as a Nutrient: Rethinking Smart Homes for the Indoor Species

Light is not just for seeing. It is biological information. Modern hum…Light is not just for seeing. It is biological information. Modern humans spend around 90% of life indoors, yet most smart homes optimise for brightness, scenes and energy codes - not human biology. We automate convenience while ignoring circadian ti…Light is not just for seeing. It is biological information. Modern humans spend around 90% of life indoors, yet most smart homes optimise for brightness, scenes and energy codes - not human biology. We automate convenience while ignoring circadian timing, glare stress and spectral balance. This session reframes light as a nutrient for the indoor species. Drawing on neuroscience and photobiology, it explains how light regulates sleep, alertness, m…Light is not just for seeing. It is biological information. Modern humans spend around 90% of life indoors, yet most smart homes optimise for brightness, scenes and energy codes - not human biology. We automate convenience while ignoring circadian timing, glare stress and spectral balance. This session reframes light as a nutrient for the indoor species. Drawing on neuroscience and photobiology, it explains how light regulates sleep, alertness, mood and recovery - and how poor design can create chronic visual and neural load. Attendees will learn how to apply circadian-aware scheduling, reduce glare, and integrate biologically informed lighting into residential control systems - turning smart homes into environments that actively support human performance and wellbeing.Show MoreClick the title to see all detailsShow More

Alexander CadischDirector, Phos Ltd

Design Thinking Workshop

Design is all about the end user, your customer. Peter Aylett and Rich…Design is all about the end user, your customer. Peter Aylett and Rich Green will change how you think about the true needs of your clients and give crisp, concrete examples of the Design Thinking Process. You will leave with new insights for improvi…Design is all about the end user, your customer. Peter Aylett and Rich Green will change how you think about the true needs of your clients and give crisp, concrete examples of the Design Thinking Process. You will leave with new insights for improving your sales, design and operations.Design is all about the end user, your customer. Peter Aylett and Rich Green will change how you think about the true needs of your clients and give crisp, concrete examples of the Design Thinking Process. You will leave with new insights for improving your sales, design and operations.Show MoreClick the title to see all details

Rich GreenFounder, Rich Green Design

Peter AylettPartner, Officina Acustica

From Subcontractor to Collaborator: Partnering With Designers on Intelligent Lighting

Lighting is the single element that unifies architecture, interior des…Lighting is the single element that unifies architecture, interior design, and technology — yet it remains one of the most misunderstood conversations happening on the luxury jobsite today. This panel bridges the gap between the design and integratio…Lighting is the single element that unifies architecture, interior design, and technology — yet it remains one of the most misunderstood conversations happening on the luxury jobsite today. This panel bridges the gap between the design and integration worlds, translating the technical realities of intelligent lighting and control architecture into the language interior designers actually speak: mood, layering, and intention. Whether you're an int…Lighting is the single element that unifies architecture, interior design, and technology — yet it remains one of the most misunderstood conversations happening on the luxury jobsite today. This panel bridges the gap between the design and integration worlds, translating the technical realities of intelligent lighting and control architecture into the language interior designers actually speak: mood, layering, and intention. Whether you're an integrator looking to earn a seat at the design table earlier in the process or a designer ready to stop treating lighting control as an afterthought, this session will change the way you collaborate — and the results you deliver for your clients.Show MoreClick the title to see all detailsShow More

Carley KnobochTechnology Advisor, Audiovisions

Om, Sweet Om: Designing Wellness Rooms with Intention

Wellness spaces are increasingly requested in high-end residential pro…Wellness spaces are increasingly requested in high-end residential projects, yet many are approached as aesthetic features rather than purpose-built environments. This session explores how to shape meditation, recovery, and decompression rooms where …Wellness spaces are increasingly requested in high-end residential projects, yet many are approached as aesthetic features rather than purpose-built environments. This session explores how to shape meditation, recovery, and decompression rooms where lighting, acoustics, air quality, control interfaces, and material choices work together to create a coherent sensory experience. Discussion will focus on practical design decisions: tuning circadian-…Wellness spaces are increasingly requested in high-end residential projects, yet many are approached as aesthetic features rather than purpose-built environments. This session explores how to shape meditation, recovery, and decompression rooms where lighting, acoustics, air quality, control interfaces, and material choices work together to create a coherent sensory experience. Discussion will focus on practical design decisions: tuning circadian-inspired lighting without overcomplicating programming, managing sound isolation and spatial audio for immersion, coordinating ventilation and humidity for comfort, and simplifying user interfaces to reduce cognitive load. The goal is to create spaces that feel intentional and restorative—without leaning on exaggerated claims or gadget-driven gimmicks.Show MoreClick the title to see all detailsShow More

Sharon ShermanFounder and Principal Designer, Thyme and Place Design

Designing for Neurodiversity and Sensory Comfort

 An estimated 15–20% of the global population is neurodivergent — incl… An estimated 15–20% of the global population is neurodivergent — including individuals with autism spectrum conditions, ADHD, dyslexia, sensory processing differences, and other neurological variations. For residential integrators, that translates t… An estimated 15–20% of the global population is neurodivergent — including individuals with autism spectrum conditions, ADHD, dyslexia, sensory processing differences, and other neurological variations. For residential integrators, that translates to a massive, underserved market hiding in plain sight: clients and family members who live in homes that were never designed with their brains in mind.The problem? Most smart home designs default to n… An estimated 15–20% of the global population is neurodivergent — including individuals with autism spectrum conditions, ADHD, dyslexia, sensory processing differences, and other neurological variations. For residential integrators, that translates to a massive, underserved market hiding in plain sight: clients and family members who live in homes that were never designed with their brains in mind.The problem? Most smart home designs default to neurotypical assumptions. Complex touchscreen interfaces with dozens of options. Automation routines that fire unpredictably. Lighting scenes that shift without warning. For neurodivergent residents, these “features” aren’t conveniences — they’re barriers. They create sensory overload, erode predictability, and undermine the sense of safety and control that a home should provide.This session equips integrators with practical, actionable strategies for designing neuroinclusive smart home environments. Attendees will learn how to specify sensory-friendly lighting with tunable white and flicker-free drivers, implement soundproofing and acoustic management for noise-sensitive residents, simplify user interfaces to reduce cognitive load, build routine-based automation sequences that prioritize reliability over novelty, and tailor environmental controls — HVAC, air purification, temperature zones — to individual sensory profiles.But this isn’t just about doing the right thing. It’s smart business. Neuroinclusive design principles benefit all residents — the same techniques that help a child with autism also create calmer, more intuitive homes for every occupant. Integrators who embrace this approach differentiate themselves from competitors, unlock new referral channels through healthcare providers and occupational therapists, and position themselves for growth in accessibility-focused markets including assisted living and therapeutic environments.This session bridges the gap between clinical understanding and technical implementation, giving integrators the vocabulary, frameworks, and confidence to consult with neurodivergent clients and their families — and to deliver homes that truly work for every brain.Show MoreClick the title to see all detailsShow More

LaDonna EriksenCEO/Director of Education, Construction Education Consortium

Amber CaseFounder, Calm Tech Institute

Step into The Light – Empowering Integrators to Lead with Architectural Lighting in Luxury Residential

The Art and Language of LightArchitectural Lighting Fundamentals for t…The Art and Language of LightArchitectural Lighting Fundamentals for theLuxury Smart HomeTechnology alone does not create an exceptional luxuryresidence; experience does. Architectural lighting is one of the mostpowerful elements in today’s smart hom…The Art and Language of LightArchitectural Lighting Fundamentals for theLuxury Smart HomeTechnology alone does not create an exceptional luxuryresidence; experience does. Architectural lighting is one of the mostpowerful elements in today’s smart homes, significantly influencingwellness, emotional connection, and the overall living experience forluxury homeowners.As clients become increasingly educated about the necessity of qualityrecessed fixtu…The Art and Language of LightArchitectural Lighting Fundamentals for theLuxury Smart HomeTechnology alone does not create an exceptional luxuryresidence; experience does. Architectural lighting is one of the mostpowerful elements in today’s smart homes, significantly influencingwellness, emotional connection, and the overall living experience forluxury homeowners.As clients become increasingly educated about the necessity of qualityrecessed fixtures, their expectations for integrated homes will extend farbeyond automation. Beautiful Architectural Lighting is no longer aboutselling fixtures or control systems; it is a defining feature of luxury livingand wellness. While many integrators excel at technology infrastructure,architectural lighting can be difficult to specify or present confidently.Sherry Harbour, an architectural lighting expert, is delighted to bridgethis gap. This session will introduce the foundational principles,terminology, and essential information regarding architectural lightingthat is immediately applicable to luxury residential projects. Sherry's goalis to educate and empower integrators to initiate meaningfulconversations with homeowners, architects, interior designers, andbuilders about the benefits of Quality Architectural Lighting.By deepening integrators' knowledge about architectural lighting,it will inevitability strengthen client trust, expand their expertise, andadd a new profit center to their business. Intentional lighting strategiescreate wellness centered environments that feel harmonious andemotionally connected to the luxury experience. Attendees will leaveSherry’s session feeling inspired and ready to engage about ArchitecturalLighting.Show MoreClick the title to see all detailsShow More

Sherry HarbourPrincipal, Sherry Harbour Lighting Design

Power Fundamentals

Joe PiccirilliManaging Director, RoseWater Energy Group

Marc AyoubDirector of Energy, CET & Associates

Selling Outcomes, Not Systems

Sharon ShermanFounder and Principal Designer, Thyme and Place Design

The Design Process for Landscape Lighting Projects (Small Scale vs. Large Scale)

  This class provides a complete roadmap for delivering successful lig…  This class provides a complete roadmap for delivering successful lighting projects of any scale. Attendees will learn what are the critical activities and deliverables for each phase of design and how to guide clients, coordinate with teams, and mo…  This class provides a complete roadmap for delivering successful lighting projects of any scale. Attendees will learn what are the critical activities and deliverables for each phase of design and how to guide clients, coordinate with teams, and move confidently from concept to execution using a structured and professional design process.  This class provides a complete roadmap for delivering successful lighting projects of any scale. Attendees will learn what are the critical activities and deliverables for each phase of design and how to guide clients, coordinate with teams, and move confidently from concept to execution using a structured and professional design process.Show MoreClick the title to see all details

Tim RyanExecutive Director, Senior Designer, Lighthouse Design Studio

Lighting and Shading as the New Integrator Frontier

Lighting and shading are quickly becoming one of the most powerful opp…Lighting and shading are quickly becoming one of the most powerful opportunities for integrators to expand their influence in residential projects. Together, these systems allow professionals to shape how a space feels and functions by balancing dayl…Lighting and shading are quickly becoming one of the most powerful opportunities for integrators to expand their influence in residential projects. Together, these systems allow professionals to shape how a space feels and functions by balancing daylight, electric light, and automation to maintain consistent comfort and atmosphere throughout the day. This session will explore how leading firms are positioning lighting and shading as a unified des…Lighting and shading are quickly becoming one of the most powerful opportunities for integrators to expand their influence in residential projects. Together, these systems allow professionals to shape how a space feels and functions by balancing daylight, electric light, and automation to maintain consistent comfort and atmosphere throughout the day. This session will explore how leading firms are positioning lighting and shading as a unified design and technology discipline—coordinating fixtures, controls, and motorized shades to manage glare, preserve views, enhance aesthetics, and support daily routines. Attendees will also examine the business implications of this shift, including how integrators can enter projects earlier in the design process, collaborate more effectively with architects and designers, and build a profitable practice around solutions that go far beyond basic lighting control.Show MoreClick the title to see all detailsShow More

Patrick LaidlawDirector of Business Development-Integration, WAC Group

Abiola AmusanPrincipal, AV Luxury Design Lighting

Joe WhitakerVP Commercial, Origin Acoustics

Jeff HaywardDirector, Wildwood PR

Patrick LaidlawDirector of Business Development-Integration, WAC Group

Abiola AmusanPrincipal, AV Luxury Design Lighting

Joe WhitakerVP Commercial, Origin Acoustics

Jeff HaywardDirector, Wildwood PR

Making the Case for Power to Clients and Builders

Joe PiccirilliManaging Director, RoseWater Energy Group

The Principles of Great Outdoor Entertainment Design & Installation

Outdoor spaces are now fully integrated extensions of the home, design…Outdoor spaces are now fully integrated extensions of the home, designed for entertainment, relaxation and year-round enjoyment. From immersive audio and landscape lighting to Wi-Fi coverage, all-weather TV and lots more, we'll explore both existing …Outdoor spaces are now fully integrated extensions of the home, designed for entertainment, relaxation and year-round enjoyment. From immersive audio and landscape lighting to Wi-Fi coverage, all-weather TV and lots more, we'll explore both existing and new and emerging outdoor technology systems, the steps to take in delivering a successful outdoor installation, the challenges you can overcome and the pitfalls to avoid. The session will focus on…Outdoor spaces are now fully integrated extensions of the home, designed for entertainment, relaxation and year-round enjoyment. From immersive audio and landscape lighting to Wi-Fi coverage, all-weather TV and lots more, we'll explore both existing and new and emerging outdoor technology systems, the steps to take in delivering a successful outdoor installation, the challenges you can overcome and the pitfalls to avoid. The session will focus on the US sector but reference some other global markets to provide some additional information and context.Show MoreClick the title to see all detailsShow More

Ben UllmannSales Director, Atelier Luuxx

Home Recording Studio Acoustics and Design

Grammy-nominated albums are being written, recorded, produced and mast…Grammy-nominated albums are being written, recorded, produced and mastered within personal studios every year. Whether being used by a professional musician or a hobbyist, the ability to create high-end recording studios inside your client’s home is …Grammy-nominated albums are being written, recorded, produced and mastered within personal studios every year. Whether being used by a professional musician or a hobbyist, the ability to create high-end recording studios inside your client’s home is not only possible, but it can be done without any sacrifices to quality. This course will discuss the acoustical considerations for recording studio design -- both sound quality and sound isolation --…Grammy-nominated albums are being written, recorded, produced and mastered within personal studios every year. Whether being used by a professional musician or a hobbyist, the ability to create high-end recording studios inside your client’s home is not only possible, but it can be done without any sacrifices to quality. This course will discuss the acoustical considerations for recording studio design -- both sound quality and sound isolation -- as well as detailed acoustical principles and case studies showing each step of the process.Show MoreClick the title to see all detailsShow More

Gavin HaverstickAcoustical Consultant, Haverstick Designs

How to talk to Architects and Designers about Entertainment Spaces

From intimate home cinemas to high-performance screening rooms and fle…From intimate home cinemas to high-performance screening rooms and flexible media spaces, this course provides essential knowledge for integrating audiovisual excellence with design intent. The course will explore the functional distinctions between …From intimate home cinemas to high-performance screening rooms and flexible media spaces, this course provides essential knowledge for integrating audiovisual excellence with design intent. The course will explore the functional distinctions between home cinemas and media rooms; space planning; acoustics and sound isolation fundamentals; sightline planning, screen placement, and optimal viewing geometry; the room itself as a performance component…From intimate home cinemas to high-performance screening rooms and flexible media spaces, this course provides essential knowledge for integrating audiovisual excellence with design intent. The course will explore the functional distinctions between home cinemas and media rooms; space planning; acoustics and sound isolation fundamentals; sightline planning, screen placement, and optimal viewing geometry; the room itself as a performance component and common pitfalls. Whether you’re working on a luxury residence, a boutique development, or a multi-purpose media lounge, this course equips you to collaborate confidently with designers and architects to deliver exceptional user experiences.Show MoreClick the title to see all detailsShow More

Peter AylettPartner, Officina Acustica

Andrea HarveyDirector of Design & Build Outreach, CEDIA

Power Products: A More Granular Look

Joe PiccirilliManaging Director, RoseWater Energy Group

Marc AyoubDirector of Energy, CET & Associates

Power, Infrastructure & System Design for Landscape Lighting

This session equips designers with the technical knowledge required to…This session equips designers with the technical knowledge required to build reliable and scalable lighting systems. It ensures that creative designs are supported by solid infrastructure and long-term performance.This session equips designers with the technical knowledge required to build reliable and scalable lighting systems. It ensures that creative designs are supported by solid infrastructure and long-term performance.This session equips designers with the technical knowledge required to build reliable and scalable lighting systems. It ensures that creative designs are supported by solid infrastructure and long-term performance.Show MoreClick the title to see all details

Tim RyanExecutive Director, Senior Designer, Lighthouse Design Studio

Calm Technology Principles in Practice

  Client satisfaction surveys consistently show a gap between what peo…  Client satisfaction surveys consistently show a gap between what people imagine a smart home will feel like and what they actually experience after installation. In this session, we'll introduce Calm Technology®, a leading design framework based ar…  Client satisfaction surveys consistently show a gap between what people imagine a smart home will feel like and what they actually experience after installation. In this session, we'll introduce Calm Technology®, a leading design framework based around human attention, showing how its principles translate directly into better installations, fewer support calls, and more referrals. We'll present a working overview of the eight Principles of Calm…  Client satisfaction surveys consistently show a gap between what people imagine a smart home will feel like and what they actually experience after installation. In this session, we'll introduce Calm Technology®, a leading design framework based around human attention, showing how its principles translate directly into better installations, fewer support calls, and more referrals. We'll present a working overview of the eight Principles of Calm Technology® with direct application to smart home integration: periphery vs. center of attention, ambient display, graceful degradation, and the role of analog fallback.  Attendees will learn how to audit their system designs against eight Principles of Calm Technology®, how to present those choices to clients in language that builds confidence, and how to get the most out of analog fallback methods that work independently of any network, app, or hub.  Real-world product examples will be drawn from Calm Tech Institute’s certified product library, and differentiates Calm Tech Certified™ for Spaces from others.  LEARNING OBJECTIVES Attendees will leave this session able to: Identify where current designs create unnecessary friction or demand attention from the homeowner Use light, sound, and environmental feedback to convey system state without always requiring a screen or app Communicate Calm Tech Principles to clients during the discovery phase to better align expectations with outcomes Learn about opportunities for Calm Tech certification for products and installations to bring greater value and trust to consumers.Show MoreClick the title to see all detailsShow More

Amber CaseFounder, Calm Tech Institute

Robin MoreauBusiness Partner, Calm Tech Institure

Dreamhouse Team: Real-World Design–Build Partnerships in Action

Two established designer–integrator teams examine how their collaborat…Two established designer–integrator teams examine how their collaborations hold up under real project pressure—where aesthetics, infrastructure, budgets, and timelines don’t always align. Through side-by-side comparisons, the panel will unpack how ea…Two established designer–integrator teams examine how their collaborations hold up under real project pressure—where aesthetics, infrastructure, budgets, and timelines don’t always align. Through side-by-side comparisons, the panel will unpack how each team navigates system visibility vs concealment, millwork coordination, lighting loads vs fixture intent, rack location compromises, network planning, and late-stage changes that affect both form a…Two established designer–integrator teams examine how their collaborations hold up under real project pressure—where aesthetics, infrastructure, budgets, and timelines don’t always align. Through side-by-side comparisons, the panel will unpack how each team navigates system visibility vs concealment, millwork coordination, lighting loads vs fixture intent, rack location compromises, network planning, and late-stage changes that affect both form and function. Beyond drawings and specifications, the conversation will address client management: who owns which conversations, how technical constraints are translated into design language, how disagreements are presented (or not) to the homeowner, and how unified communication protects trust. Designers, integrators, builders, and architects will gain insight into collaboration models that balance creative vision, system performance, and customer experience without eroding margins or relationships.Show MoreClick the title to see all detailsShow More

Elizabeth LordPrincipal Designer, Elizabeth P. Lord Residential Design LLC

Joe CalisePresident, Sights - N - Sounds 

Toni SabatinoOwner/Designer, Toni Sabatino Style

Robert EngOwner, TechLife Media Systems

Andrea HarveyDirector of Design & Build Outreach, CEDIA

Elizabeth LordPrincipal Designer, Elizabeth P. Lord Residential Design LLC

Joe CalisePresident, Sights - N - Sounds 

Toni SabatinoOwner/Designer, Toni Sabatino Style

Robert EngOwner, TechLife Media Systems

Andrea HarveyDirector of Design & Build Outreach, CEDIA

Lighting Failure Autopsy: Why Projects Go Wrong and How to Prevent It

Even well-designed lighting systems can fall apart between intent and …Even well-designed lighting systems can fall apart between intent and execution. Color mismatch across fixtures, flicker from poor driver selection, overloaded runs, and controls that don’t behave the way the client expects are rarely caused by a sin…Even well-designed lighting systems can fall apart between intent and execution. Color mismatch across fixtures, flicker from poor driver selection, overloaded runs, and controls that don’t behave the way the client expects are rarely caused by a single mistake. More often, they result from small decisions compounding across design, specification, installation, and commissioning. This panel dissects real-world failures and traces them back to the…Even well-designed lighting systems can fall apart between intent and execution. Color mismatch across fixtures, flicker from poor driver selection, overloaded runs, and controls that don’t behave the way the client expects are rarely caused by a single mistake. More often, they result from small decisions compounding across design, specification, installation, and commissioning. This panel dissects real-world failures and traces them back to their root causes. Where did the project begin to drift from the original plan? Which assumptions didn’t hold up once the system hit the field? And what should have been caught earlier, whether in documentation, coordination, or commissioning? By walking through these breakdowns step by step, the conversation highlights where risk enters a project and how to remove it before it turns into rework, callbacks, and margin erosion.Show MoreClick the title to see all detailsShow More

Bruce ClarkPartner, Kaleidolight Lighting Design

Lynn StamboulyFounding senior Lighting Designer, Illuminated Lighting Design

Making Mixed‑Vendor Lighting Actually Work

Most residential lighting systems today are assembled from multiple ec…Most residential lighting systems today are assembled from multiple ecosystems—architectural fixtures, decorative lighting, landscape systems, retrofit products, and control platforms that were never designed to work together seamlessly. This session…Most residential lighting systems today are assembled from multiple ecosystems—architectural fixtures, decorative lighting, landscape systems, retrofit products, and control platforms that were never designed to work together seamlessly. This session examines how integrators can successfully deploy mixed-vendor lighting systems without sacrificing performance, serviceability, or client experience. Topics will include managing dimming compatibilit…Most residential lighting systems today are assembled from multiple ecosystems—architectural fixtures, decorative lighting, landscape systems, retrofit products, and control platforms that were never designed to work together seamlessly. This session examines how integrators can successfully deploy mixed-vendor lighting systems without sacrificing performance, serviceability, or client experience. Topics will include managing dimming compatibility across phase, 0-10V, and digital control methods; maintaining consistent color and fixture behavior across manufacturers; integrating architectural lighting with control platforms and shading systems; and identifying failure points that lead to flicker, mismatched color, or unpredictable scene performance. Attendees will gain practical strategies for evaluating interoperability before the project begins, building lighting packages that behave consistently in the field, and avoiding the hidden technical pitfalls that often appear when multiple manufacturers share the same lighting design.Show MoreClick the title to see all detailsShow More

Tim RyanExecutive Director, Senior Designer, Lighthouse Design Studio

Patrick LaidlawDirector of Business Development-Integration, WAC Group

Bruce ClarkPartner, Kaleidolight Lighting Design

Jeff HaywardDirector, Wildwood PR

Tim RyanExecutive Director, Senior Designer, Lighthouse Design Studio

Patrick LaidlawDirector of Business Development-Integration, WAC Group

Bruce ClarkPartner, Kaleidolight Lighting Design

Jeff HaywardDirector, Wildwood PR