CEDIA Smart Home Awards Americas Returns to Denver

FISHERS, Ind. (JULY 9, 2026) – The winners of the CEDIA Smart Home Awards Americas will once again be announced at CEDIA Expo this year. The ceremony will take place on September 3 in the Mile High Ballroom at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver, bringing together the region’s smart home community to celebrate excellence, innovation and expertise across the industry, with Lutron as headline sponsor.

Since launching, the CEDIA Smart Home Awards has grown into one of the industry’s most prestigious global programs, honoring outstanding projects, products, businesses, and individuals. The 2026 celebration will reflect on its growth, while looking ahead to the future of connected living under CEDIA’s global theme, Beyond What You See.

“The CEDIA Smart Home Awards are a celebration of the expertise and dedication that drive our industry forward,” said Daryl Friedman, President and CEO of CEDIA. “We are proud to recognize the projects, products and professionals making an impact, and are excited to welcome the community to the Americas edition of the program in Denver this September.”

Headline Sponsor

Lutron has been confirmed as the 2026 Headline Sponsor for the CEDIA Smart Home Awards Americas ceremony.

Lutron Electronics is a leading innovator in lighting control, automated shading, and intelligent lighting. With a rich history of pioneering technology, Lutron is committed to enhancing the comfort and efficiency of residential and commercial spaces worldwide. Its dedication to intelligent lighting solutions has made it a trusted name in the industry, providing seamless control and integration options for a variety of applications.

“Lutron is proud to be the headline sponsor of the 2026 Americas Smart Home Awards,” said Ben Bard, Vice President of Lutron’s Luxury Residential Business. “This industry thrives on the technical mastery, craftsmanship, and ingenuity of the integration community. Their innovation is what propels the smart home category forward, and it’s essential that we celebrate and recognize their contributions,” he added.

As a longstanding CEDIA member, this collaboration reflects a mutual commitment to championing the people, services and innovations advancing the smart home industry. Together, CEDIA and Lutron will bring the community together in Denver for a ceremony that shines a spotlight on exceptional work, industry progress and the professionals helping to shape the future of connected living.

Ticket information will be available in due course. For more information, visit cedia.org/awards.

 About CEDIA

CEDIA® is the Association for Smart Home Professionals™. Established in 1989, CEDIA is dedicated to advocacy, connection, and education, and fosters a thriving community as the home for smart home professionals. Globally, CEDIA advances the rights of technology integrators by working with governmental bodies; gathers industry professionals and allied tradespeople for learning and networking; and creates trainings, standards, and certifications to ensure the continued growth of the smart home industry. CEDIA co-owns Integrated Systems Europe, the world's largest AV and systems integration exhibition, and founded CEDIA Expo, the world's largest residential technology show. CEDIA also produces The Integration Conversation podcast, sharing insights and perspectives from industry leaders, and offers a dedicated CEDIA Membership App to connect, inform, and support professionals worldwide. Today, a community of over 30,000 CEDIA members from more than 80 countries deliver smart home technology solutions that enrich homeowners' lives. Learn more about CEDIA at cedia.org.