Technology Designer Magazine Day of Discovery 2026
Technology Designer returned with another full schedule for design-build trades in 2026 to explore the intersection where technology meets design.
Day of Discovery Pass is FREE for all Architects, Designers, and Builders!
What’s Included with the Day of Discovery Pass?
Free Access to CEDIA Expo Exhibit Hall
Explore 350+ brands showcasing the latest in lighting, shading, AV, automation, wellness, energy, and more.
Curated Guided & Self-Guided Exhibit Hall Tours
Take a journey throughout the show floor created by industry experts and tailored to design and build professionals.
Free Access to CEDIA Design/Build Track Education Sessions
Sit in on four curated education sessions exploring the intersection of residential design and technology.
Technology Designer Magazine Luncheon
Access to register at no charge.
Day of Discovery™ Cocktail Networking Reception
Architects, designers, builders and technology professionals invited to an exclusive networking reception
Day of Discovery Exhibit Hall Tours
Curated Self-Guided Tours
Whether you’re interested in intelligent lighting, energy management, Designed to Disappear, automated window treatments or just would like a general overview of where you can see the latest, informative smart home technologies, use our curated self-guided tour schedules that include informative information on each select booth and manufacturer.
Guided Tours
Once again, back by popular demand, we are offering Guided Tours for those who would like someone to show them around the exhibit hall. Each group will be limited to a small number so everyone gets to engage with our tour guides and show booth personnel. If you’re new to CEDIA Expo, this is the way to see the show. Our Guided Tours also include Reserved VIP seating at the Technology Designer Magazine Luncheon.
Technology Designer Magazine Luncheon
Attendees joined Technology Designer Magazine’s Editor-in-Chief Douglas Weinstein to explore one of the premier performance homes in North America, the Phoenix House in Vancouver, British Columbia. Joining Doug on stage was Architect Nick Bray, Builder Todd Best, Interior Designer Josephina Serra and Technology Designer Mike Freedman in a conversation about the design-build process and how the trades worked together on this amazing home.
Keynote Guest Speakers
Nick Bray
Principal Architect, Nick Bray Architecture Ltd.
Todd Best
President and Owner, Best Builders
Mike Freedman
Founder, Principal, AIT Technology & Design
Josephina Serra
Principal Designer & Partner, Form Collective
Day of Discovery Cocktail Networking Reception
Technology Designer Magazine, CEDIA Expo Show Management, Azione, OASYS and CEDIA Association invited architects, designers, builders and technology professionals to an exclusive networking reception during CEDIA Expo 2026. This event is part of the Day of Discovery program and offers a valuable opportunity to build meaningful relationships, exchange ideas, and connect with leaders across the design-build communities in a setting designed to spark collaboration and bring more value to each trade’s project work.
2026 Sponsor:
Interested in the FREE Day of Discovery Pass?
Only available to architects, designers and builders. Eligibility will be verified.