The global lighting and building technology industry gathered in Frankfurt am Main, Germany, for Light + Building 2026, the world’s leading trade fair for lighting, electrical engineering, and smart building solutions. The event was inaugurated by Kaweh Mansoori, Hessian Minister of State for Economic Affairs, Energy, Transport, Housing and Rural Areas, alongside Wolfgang Marzin, President and CEO of Messe Frankfurt.
With around 2,000 exhibitors and thousands of professionals in attendance, the six-day exhibition highlighted the rapid transformation of the built environment through digitalisation, electrification, and sustainability. The event’s motto, “Be Electrified – Electrifying Places. Illuminating Spaces,” guided discussions around three core themes: Sustainable Transformation, focusing on decarbonisation and modernisation of buildings; Smart Connectivity, highlighting system integration and data-driven efficiency; and Living Light, emphasising human-centric lighting and architectural design.
Exhibitors showcased advancements in architectural and decorative lighting, smart home and building automation, energy-efficient LED technologies, security infrastructure, and integrated building services. Special exhibitions, forums, and knowledge platforms offered deeper insights. Highlights included the Living Light Exhibition, Design Plaza, AI Lounge, and E-House by ZVEH, providing interactive demonstrations of smart technologies, sustainable building solutions, and AI-driven automation.
KNX Association highlighted open, secure, and interoperable smart building solutions across three booths. The main booth emphasized Simplicity, with modular training, intuitive workflows, and streamlined project processes, and Innovation, featuring KNX IoT, energy management, AI integration, and startup-driven ideas. The ETS6 platform was demonstrated for advanced automation workflows, supported by 30 KNX Members, a test lab, and a training centre. Real-life integrations were shown at the KNX Professionals booth, while the KNX Germany booth combined exhibition space with a live social media studio.
Women in KNX, an international community promoting diversity and expertise in building automation, showcased projects, career paths, and applications, emphasizing the role of women as technical experts and leaders.
Exhibitor Highlights:
ADI / Control4 demonstrated fully connected smart homes integrating KNX lighting, audio, climate, and security through the Core 3 Controller, T5 touchscreen, and Halo remotes. The showcase included Luma IP Cameras, Triad PDX In-Wall Speakers, Chime Doorbell, WattBox Power Distribution, Lux keypads, LED tape, and a new DALI power supply and gateway enabling seamless KNX lighting integration.
Aqara presented unified building management with DIN Rail hubs, human-centric circadian lighting, Matter-enabled security, and advanced energy/load management, supporting residential, commercial, and industrial applications.
DALI Alliance showcased wireless-to-DALI gateways and the expanded DALI+ protocol, bridging traditional and future-ready lighting systems with IP- and wireless-based networks for interoperable solutions.
URC launched its Intelligent Shading utility, using AI, real-time weather, and solar tracking to optimize comfort, energy efficiency, and interior protection, with features for UV protection, glare reduction, and thermostat integration.
Nordic Semiconductor highlighted next-gen wireless solutions for building automation, including Matter, Bluetooth NLC, DECT NR+, ultra-low-power SoCs, Edge AI, and the nRF Connect SDK for seamless end-to-end development.
Weinzierl Engineering GmbH, represented by a strong team, showcased the latest trends and innovations in the smart home sector. As a manufacturer of both software and hardware for building automation, the company highlighted its strong focus on KNX Association technology and its wide range of interfaces with other protocols, including DMX, Modbus, and EnOcean. The display demonstrated Weinzierl’s extensive portfolio of smart technologies designed for integrated and interoperable building automation.
Basalte introduced Lena, the latest flagship touch interface in the Basalte Home range. Joining the existing Lisa and Ellie models, Lena completes the family with a refined 10.1-inch Full HD touchscreen designed to manage key smart home functions. Lena is available in 12 premium finishes, including brushed brass, brushed aluminium, and nickel, allowing it to blend seamlessly with luxury spaces and other Basalte products. Installation is simple, fitting into a single-gang European wall box and powered via Power-over-Ethernet (PoE). The display can also be configured, monitored, and programmed remotely through the Basalte cloud, offering both convenience and flexibility for integrators and homeowners.
ABB launched the new System Access Point 3.0 Wireless extending ABB-free@home® Wireless with greater scale, secure remote access, and broader smart home integration. The solution is designed to help installers deliver reliable in-home control and scale projects easily as needs grow. ABB-free@home® Wireless is designed to deliver quick, reliable control within the home using a wireless connection and the ABB-free@home® Next App. The event underlined the role of open standards, interoperability, and intelligent solutions in shaping the next generation of connected, sustainable buildings.
Zennio showcased a range of touch panels, multifunction sensors, capacitive keypads, and energy management solutions designed to enhance comfort, efficiency, and control in residential and commercial environments. The company highlighted its focus on design-driven automation, combining advanced KNX functionality with sleek aesthetics suited for modern architectural spaces.
Eelectron presented a range of KNX sensors, controllers, touch interfaces, and energy management solutions designed for residential, hospitality, and commercial applications. The company highlighted its focus on innovation, design, and interoperability, demonstrating how its products enable seamless integration of lighting, climate, shading, and energy monitoring within intelligent building systems
JUNG presented a range of new design and smart building solutions at Light + Building 2026, highlighting its continued focus on premium design combined with advanced automation technology based on the KNX Association standard. At the exhibition, JUNG showcased its smart control interfaces, KNX push-button sensors, and multifunction touch panels designed to manage lighting, shading, climate, and multimedia systems in modern homes and commercial spaces.
Light + Building 2026 underlined the role of open standards, interoperability, and intelligent solutions in shaping the next generation of connected, sustainable buildings.
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