From voice-controlled lighting to fingerprint door locks and fully automated entertainment systems, the future of home living is becoming smarter, safer and more stylish than ever. The smart technologies are now becoming more widespread in the premium real estate sector which adds value to the offering. Featuring these future-oriented solutions backed by AI and technological advancements, Smart Home Expo has opened up today featuring 450+ brands.
During the inauguration of the expo, distinguished dignitaries and esteemed guests who graced the occasion includes:
- Chief Guest: Mr Dominic Romell – Managing Director, Romell Group & President, Confederation of Real Estate Developers' Associations of India - Maharashtra Chamber of Housing Industry (CREDAI-MCHI)
- Ms Wendy Griffiths, Senior Vice President Membership & Global Development - CEDIA
- Mr Sumant Bhatia - General Manager (Havells EWA - Automation business), Havells India
- Ar Sarosh Wadia - National President, Indian Institute of Interior Designers (IIID)
- Mr Casto Canavate - Marketing Team Leader, KNX Association
- Mr Ketan Seth - Chairman, Indian Institute of Interior Designers (IIID) - Mumbai Regional Chapter, (IIID-MRC)
- Mr Shyam Motwani - Executive Vice President & Business Head, Godrej Locks and Architectural Solutions
- Mr Raj Manek - Executive Director & Board Member, Messe Frankfurt Asia Holdings Ltd
- Mr Sandeep Singh - Director, Smart Home Expo
Chief Guest Mr Dominic Romell, Managing Director, Romell Group & President, Confederation of Real Estate Developers' Associations of India - Maharashtra Chamber of Housing Industry (CREDAI-MCHI) inaugurating the expo expressed: “Smart homes can be managed and controlled at a touch of a dashboard. All homes and commercial spaces are built real-estate industry, smart homes can drive energy conservation and the move towards sustainable living, making it a catalyst in overall growth of India. I wish the very best to all the participants.”
Besides the huge opportunity for networking, the day one of the expo hosted Smart Space Awards 2025, a key highlight of the Smart Home Expo. Presented in association with Indian Institute of Interior Designers (IIID) - Mumbai Regional Chapter, the awards recognize outstanding achievements incorporating smart technology into residential and commercial projects. Smart Space Awards gives a lucrative edge to interior designers, architects, brands and system integrators to showcase projects that push boundaries, demonstrating creativity, innovation, and smart technology in action.
The expo will also engage audiences on all the three days with sessions that will include:
Day 1:
- The Evolution of Smart Panels and Switches: Empowering Homes with Intelligent Controls
- Panel Discussion: Homes of 2035: What Will Smart Living Look Like in a Decade
- India vs. the World: Adapting Global Automation Trends for Local Markets
- Panel Discussion: The Great Indian Smart Home: What Works and What Are the Challenges?
- From Installation to Service: Enhancing the Customer Journey
- Insights from CEDIA, The Global Smart Homes Industry Association
- Wired or Wireless: Choosing the Right Ecosystem for Indian Homes
- United We Automate: The Role of Standards in Smart Home Unity
- Panel Discussion: Personalization at Scale: Meeting Diverse Indian Consumer Needs
- Sustainability Through Smart Living: Building a Greener Tomorrow
- Exclusive Session by KNX India
Day 2:
- The Role of Acoustics in Smart Home AV Design
- Immersive Living: How Audio-Visual Tech Enhances Everyday Experiences
- Screens of the Future: Evolving Display Technologies for Smarter Homes
- Decoding Indian Needs: Designing Smart Security Solutions for a Diverse Market
- From Passive to Proactive: How Smart Security is Changing the Game
- The Role of Lighting Controls in Lighting Design – An Overview
- Wired or Wireless…Bluetooth or DALI…Deciphering the Lighting Controls Jargon
- The Good, the Bad, & the Complexities of Automation in Lighting Design
- Perceptual Transformations Through Lighting Control Design and the Process & Tools Behind it
- Panel Discussion: Workshop-Style Discussion with Speakers and Audience on Lighting Controls
- Panel Discussion: Influence of Automation in Illuminating Spaces
Day 3:
- The Next Frontier: Autonomous Buildings That Run Themselves
- Panel Discussion: The Smart Retrofit: Breathing New Life into Old Structures
- The Role of BMS in Enabling Net-Zero Energy Buildings
- Panel Discussion: From Data to Decisions: Leveraging Predictive Analytics for Smarter Operations
- Fireside Chat: The Digital Twin Revolution: Building Virtual Cities Before the Real One
- The Economics of Smart Buildings: Measuring ROI Beyond Energy Savings
The expo has garnered support from associations and institutions such as Indian Building Automation Community (INBAC) Association, Women In Lighting, Lighting Designers Association of India (LiDAI), Electronic Security Association of India, Indian Institute of Interior Designers (IIID) - Mumbai Regional Chapter, CEDIA, International Association of Lighting Designers (IALD), Illuminating Engineering Society (IES), Confederation of Real Estate Developers' Associations of India - Maharashtra Chamber of Housing Industry (CREDAI-MCHI), Z-Wave Alliance and Council for Realty Infrastructure & Services Promotion (CRISP).
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About World Media and Expo LLP
Founded in 2017 by seasoned professionals with a wealth of experience in the exhibitions and publishing sector, World Media and Expo LLP has rapidly grown to become a prominent player in the industry. Specializing in organizing international B2B trade fairs and publishing technology magazines, the company is based out of Mumbai, India. WME's diverse exhibition portfolio encompasses events in the following categories - Smart Home technology, Electric Vehicles, Office solutions and Cosmetic Ingredients, providing valuable platforms for industry stakeholders to connect and collaborate.
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