Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2026, the world-renowned annual tech show for the audiovisual and systems integration industry, returns to Fira de Barcelona, Gran Via, 3–6 February, with an electrifying theme: Push Beyond. Prepare for a show-stopping experience that shatters boundaries and reimagines possibilities.

For the world of smart buildings, ISE 2026 promises more than evolution, it is a leap into the future. A key part is The Smart Building Summit, spotlighting how technology is reshaping where we live, work, and connect. In 2026, the conversation moves firmly to cover intelligent environments where integration and innovation turn bold ideas into daily realities.

Residential & smart building tech zone: Where ideas take shape

In Halls 1 and 2, the Residential & Smart Building Tech Zone will showcase the industry’s brightest minds and most ambitious companies. From IoT devices and AI-driven building management to advances in lighting, HVAC, security, and energy, this tech zone captures the full spectrum of smart building technology. Each solution is selected for its ability to optimise, automate, and personalise environments, meeting the growing demand for adaptable and future-ready spaces.

Smart building solutions on display

Visitors will see how integrated systems can transform buildings into responsive ecosystems. Demonstrations will reveal spaces where lighting, power, audio, and security interact seamlessly in real time. Key exhibitors include Technology Integration Partners (2J500), who will present a portfolio of design-focused technologies, with brands such as Domotz, Russound, and D-Tools, emphasising the interplay of smart power management and precise network monitoring. ADI | Snap One + Control4 (2J150) will introduce robust platforms for networked control, automation, and remote management, supporting a wide spectrum of connected devices and use cases. The KNX Association (2J300) will showcase the latest in building control standards, setting benchmarks for interoperability, automation, and personalisation.

Smart spaces mega trend

All this feeds into one of ISE’s defining mega trend for 2026: Smart Spaces. These are environments that adapt to people, integrate devices and data, and balance efficiency with wellbeing. At ISE 2026, you’ll see how the smart building ecosystem is pushing beyond boundaries to deliver spaces that are intelligent, sustainable, and ready for the future.

AI trailblazing keynote, Sol Rashidi

Sol Rashidi, the world’s first Chief AI Officer for enterprises, will headline ISE at 13:00 on Wednesday, 5 February 2026. Her keynote, ‘The AI Reality Check: What It Takes to Scale and the Future of Leadership,’ will expose the realities of AI beyond the hype, offering practical frameworks and highlighting the importance of AI governance and cybersecurity for successful scaling. She will also share how to assess AI initiatives and protect data, staff, and competitive edge.

Registration for ISE 2026 is open now - don’t miss your place at the forefront of connected living. Use our code ‘smartbuildingmag’ for FREE registration here: https://www.iseurope.org/welco....