The group vice president and show director of the CEDIA Expo/Commercial Integrator Expo (CIX) has underlined the trends expected to dominate the show this year.
Jason McGraw addresses the annual event, set to return to Denver in the USA on September 4-6, after the recent announcement that new exhibitors will be joining.
He said: “Denver in September will be an Expo to remember.
“This show is ground zero for the innovations, partnerships and conversations that will shape residential and commercial integration for years to come.”
8K technology
With support from the 8K Association and brands debuting next-gen display products such as Digital Production and Sony, CEDIA Expo/CIX 2025 is poised to showcase the breakthroughs of the technology.
In luxury homes, large 8K video walls are redefining the entertainment experience and doubling as digital art canvases with further uptake in education, retail and corporate spaces.
Outdoor living
Today’s smart homes are expected to deliver seamless tech experiences in both indoor and outdoor spaces.
At the show, top-of-the-line brands such as Neptune TV and Sol-Lux will be showcasing high-end technology to reflect how outdoor areas are becoming high-performance zones.
The exhibition seeks to unpack it all, from 4K/8K outdoor-rated displays to directional speakers, weatherproof AV, landscape lighting and smart grills.
Current trends suggest even outdoor appliances like pizza ovens, grills and fire features are being networked into the broader control ecosystem.
Fully connected garages
The garage is becoming one of the most integrated spaces in the modern home and light commercial settings.
EVs now sync with home networks, launch lighting scenes and interface with energy management systems.
At the same time, garages are transforming into private gyms, workshops and remote studios to necessitate whole-home automation.
The garage is a staple of American entrepreneurship (HP, Google, etc), with bootstrapped and VC-backed start-ups set to debut their innovations at the show.
Lighting
Lighting and shading are becoming more central to the interior design process.
At CEDIA Expo/CIX, visitors can expect to see smart fixtures, human-centric lighting, advanced shading and control protocols to serve both form and function.
These systems are being specified for luxury homes, hospitality venues, workspaces and wellness environments.
Also on show will be high-performance fixtures, advanced control systems and designer-grade options from exhibitors like Klus and Lucetta.
Scalable security
Security has become a must-have in both residential and commercial installations, growing sleeker by the day.
From discreet sensors and access control to video analytics and automation triggers, CEDIA Expo/CIX will feature security solutions designed to function quietly in the background while providing robust protection.
Exhibitors include Allegion, HoloVision and Ring.
These systems are increasingly tied into AV, lighting, and HVAC controls.
Premium audio
Hi-Fi listening rooms, vinyl experiences and immersive theatres will demonstrate how top-tier sound elevates any space, residential or commercial.
Many top brands, such as Yamaha, Harman and L-Acoustics, will offer hands-on demonstrations in sound rooms on the show floor or in dedicated demo rooms.
Residential and commercial
Perhaps most exciting for today’s integration professionals is the crossover of residential and commercial technologies.
For system integrators working across both spaces, CEDIA Expo/CIX offers a single destination to explore unified platforms, scalable solutions and new business opportunities.
McGraw added: “Systems integration is driven by emerging technology and evolving client expectations.
“This show is where we see the future take shape — from luxury homes to smart offices and everything in between.”
With over 350 exhibiting brands, live demonstrations, sound rooms and a packed education schedule, CEDIA Expo/CIX 2025 aims to inspire anyone shaping the future of integrated spaces.
To learn more or register, visit cediaexpo.com