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Lightology to Host Smart Home Summit Sept.12: Exploring the Intersection of Light and Technology

Lightology is hosting a Smart Home Summit, Sept. 12, 2024, from 10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. The event will be held at Lightology’s showroom located in Chicago’s design-centric River North neighborhood at 215 W. Chicago Ave. The Smart Home Summit is set to be a transformative day for professionals and enthusiasts in the fields of lighting, technology, and smart home integration. Attendees will gain valuable insight into the latest trends, innovations, and future design directions.

“We are at a pivotal moment where technology is redefining how we interact with our homes. The Smart Home Summit is an opportunity to explore these advancements and understand how lighting can play a central role in creating more connected, efficient, and beautiful living spaces,” said Greg Kay, Founder and CEO at Lightology. “We are excited to bring together industry leaders and enthusiasts to share knowledge, inspire innovation, and build connections that will shape the future of smart home design.”

Event Highlights:

  • In-depth Panels and Discussions: Engage with industry experts as they delve into the future of lighting and smart home technology. Learn about the latest products, techniques, and designs that are shaping the industry.
  • Interactive Demonstrations: Experience firsthand the cutting-edge technology that is revolutionizing residential lighting and automation. See how integrated systems can enhance the ambiance and functionality of modern living spaces.
  • Networking Opportunities: Connect with like-minded professionals, industry leaders, and potential collaborators during the event. The Summit will conclude with a rooftop networking session, offering breathtaking views of the Chicago skyline.

The Smart Home Summit is an immersive, hands-on learning experience and networking event, covering everything from smart lighting and circadian rhythm to the future of shades and controls. Trade professionals are able to earn CEDIA Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for the sessions identified below. 

Programming Schedule:
10:30 a.m. – Coffee & Pastries
11:00 AM: CEU – Low Voltage Lighting System Design Basics – Presented by PureEdge Lighting
12:00 p.m. – Lunch
12:30 p.m. – CEU – Shades & Smart Controls – Presented by Draper
2:00 p.m. – CEU – Demystifying Color in Architectural Lighting – Presented by PureEdge Lighting
3:30 p.m. – eero Mesh Wi-Fi System – The Future of Wi-Fi
4:30 p.m. – Snacks / Cocktails
5:00 p.m. – CEU – Future Ready Model Homes: Smart Lighting Strategies for Builders, Designers and Integrators – Presented by PureEdge Lighting
6:00 p.m. – Networking on the Roof

Lightology’s state-of-the-art Chicago showroom provides the perfect setting for this Summit. With an array of innovative lighting installations, the venue itself serves as a living demonstration of what is possible with the right combination of light and technology.

Interested parties should not miss this great opportunity to explore the synergy between light, technology, and well-being. Spaces for the Smart Home Summit are limited. Please RSVP early to secure a spot at this premier event. To register and RSVP please visit the Eventbrite page here.

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