KNX Association has revealed the 55 nominees selected by a panel of judges for the KNX Awards, an online celebration taking place on 27 September.
The KNX Awards, which are awarded every two years, give the KNX community the opportunity to show their innovation, ingenuity and know-how in the implementation of ambitious KNX projects that were handed in.
The judging panel have deliberated over the entrees and now present five nominees for each of the 11 categories. A full list of the categories and nominees can be found here.
This year marks the 14th KNX Awards, showcasing the most ambitious KNX projects worldwide. The technical refinement, innovative use of KNX and use of different manufacturers are always regarded more important than the mere size of the project. Despite this, the KNX Association want to make sure installers of the residential sector were not discouraged to show their KNX smart home achievements, which is why the former ‘International’ category has now been split into the Smart Home Award and the Smart Building Award.
Another newcomer is the Innovation Award. KNX Association is always looking to be ahead with the latest technological advancements in the industry and wated to reward the KNX projects that do the same. For this edition, the focus of the Innovation Award was on KNX projects where KNX Secure solutions and IoT was implemented.
As with previous editions of the KNX Awards, all nominated projects also have the chance to win a second KNX Award: The People’s Choice Award. The KNX community will have the chance to select their favourite KNX project on its special voting platform.
This year, everyone will have a chance to be part of the judging panel for a brand-new category being introduced for the first time: The KNX Product Award. A selection of recent KNX products will be presented and visitors of the special voting platform can show their appreciation for the KNX product of their choice. In this way, the winning KNX member can get some extra appreciation for their efforts in developing innovative KNX products.
In 2020, KNX Association took the awards ceremony online due to the global pandemic, a decision welcomed by many and viewed by thousands who could easily attend the high-profile event from the comfort of their own homes. With the world becoming more and more digital, not only in the home but also in workplaces, it was decided that this year’s KNX Awards ceremony will be again presented online.
The ceremony can be viewed live one 27 September here.