CEDIA Announces 2026 Smart Home Awards Return to Denver
The 2026 CEDIA Smart Home Awards Americas will be hosted in Denver, Colorado, for the first time since its previous edition. The event will occur on September 3 in the Mile High Ballroom at the Colorado Convention Center, with winners to be named at a ceremony held in tandem with the CEDIA Expo.
Daryl Friedman, President and CEO of CEDIA, announced the move, highlighting the significance of the ceremony in recognizing smart home projects, products, and professionals across the Americas. This year’s awards align with the global theme, “Beyond What You See,” which CEDIA is promoting to emphasize deeper innovations and advancements within the smart home industry.
CEDIA Smart Home Awards serve as a platform for celebrating excellence in the field, and the 2026 edition will continue this tradition. It aims to recognize the achievements of professionals, companies, and technologies that are pushing the boundaries of residential smart home design and technology.
Lutron, a renowned developer of lighting controls, automated shading, and intelligent lighting systems, has been confirmed as the headline sponsor for the 2026 ceremony. The company has been a long-standing CEDIA member and is well known in both residential and commercial applications.
Ben Bard, Vice President of Lutron’s Luxury Residential Business, shared the company's enthusiasm in supporting the event. “We are proud to sponsor the 2026 Smart Home Awards, as the integration community’s innovation propels our industry forward,” he stated.
The ceremony during the CEDIA Expo will bring together manufacturers, integrators, and industry professionals to recognize achievements in the smart home sector. Attendees will have the opportunity to connect, showcase advancements, and celebrate the work shaping the future of smart home solutions.