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Power and energy management system concept showcasing criticality of proper integration with lighting and shading systems.

Power and Energy Systems Remain Sparse on Lighting Projects (Despite Their Importance)

CE Pro’s 2026 Lighting & Shading Deep Dive unveils underrepresented technologies on lighting projects, and why integrators may yet have come to adopt them.

Lighting & Shading Deep Dive 2026

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Custom lighting installation inside fancy luxury walk-in closet with shades

Lighting and Shading Are the Darlings of the CI Channel. Do They Have Any Downside?

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Man shopping for lighting fixtures as a metaphor for price pressure and value proposition when selling lighting and shading

Are Feelings of Price Pressure in Lighting & Shading Really Just an Education Issue?

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Custom kitchen with decorative pendant lights showcasing the intersection of design and technology

Designers, Architects More Frequently Turn to CEDIA Expo/CIX for Understanding CI

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Latest Posts

Home-Automation Controllers Blend into Walls with Flush-Mount Solutions from Wall-Smart

Crestron, Control4, Elan, Lutron, Vantage, URC, Savant, RTI and so many other smart-home controllers can disappear into drywall and solid surfaces with flush-mount systems from Wall-Smart.

News April 13

Epson Home Cinema 1450 Produces 4,200 Lumens of Color Brightness

Epson's Home Cinema 1450 offers homeowners a bright, 1080p capable projector that integrators can pair with streaming devices from Roku, Apple and Amazon.

News April 12

Surprising New Trend in Security and Home Automation: Adding Multiroom Audio

Alarm.com, Honeywell and start-up Huny show whole-house audio integrated with security and home automation – a first for the alarm industry with potential to lure in traditional A/V dealers.

News April 12

Yamaha WXAD-10 or Google Chromecast Audio: Which Works Better?

Yamaha's WXAD-10 offers wireless music playback with Bluetooth and Airplay, but how does it measure up against Google's Chromecast Audio?

News April 12

9 Creative Uses for Central Vacuum Systems

How central vacuum systems can be used non-traditionally by clients to clean up wax or gum, eliminate stains, and remove dust from drapes, books, and more.

News April 12

Expert Tips for Installing an Outdoor Landscape System

Frank Giuffre of Coastal AV has four expert tips for installing an outdoor landscape system, especially if you're just breaking into the market.

News April 12

How To Get $79,486 In Recurring IT Service Revenue Without Installing Any Equipment

View the recording of this previously live webcast if you're serious about wanting to generate recurring revenue without investing a lot of money up front, and we'll show you the…

News April 11

Ikea Takes on Philips Hue with Smart-Home Lighting Collection

Ikea's smart lighting range includes LED bulbs, a gateway kit with app-based control that connects to the Internet, dimming lights, and a unique remote control.

News April 11

Barco Schools CEDIA Community on Niche Marketing: Embrace Art Lovers

With 4K 'digital art canvases,' Barco brings faithful reproductions to the art world, and shows A/V integrators how to engage with wealthy individuals in niche markets.

News April 11