Whether in new builds or modernised stock, smart buildings form the backbone of future-proof building technologies. Light + Building 2026 demonstrates how digital infrastructure, connected systems and intelligent technologies can merge into holistic solutions.
At the heart of this key topic are automated processes, adaptive systems and seamless communication between devices, platforms and users. Innovations that are efficient, interoperable and secure pave the way for intelligent building management in everyday use.
Smart Building Infrastructure
Smart building solutions form the basis for the digital transformation of building services. This goes beyond individual products and towards comprehensive, intelligent concepts – from sensors and data capture to actuator control. Intelligent building technology improves comfort, energy efficiency and maintenance. Modern infrastructure must be connected, flexible and scalable – the hallmarks of a truly smart building.
IoT & AI in Building Management
The combination of building automation and artificial intelligence unlocks new potential. Systems can learn, adapt to usage patterns and boost operational efficiency. At Light + Building, solutions are showcased that enable buildings to be viewed and managed as digital systems – responsive, resource-conscious and user-focused.
Digital Workflows & Efficiency Technologies
Efficient operations start with intelligent digitalisation. Digital processes in buildings enable automated control, better documentation and reduced error rates. In addition, intelligent control systems help optimise energy and resource use. The result: greater transparency, improved efficiency and a future-ready technical infrastructure.
Connected Security & Cybersecurity
In offices, residential buildings or public spaces – security is central in connected buildings. Modern systems must provide dual protection: both physical and digital. Cybersecurity in buildings prevents unauthorised access and safeguards sensitive data. Complementing this are digital access systems, which combine safety and user comfort – scalable and fit for the future.
System Integration
To unleash the full potential of smart technologies, genuine system integration is essential. Trades, interfaces and proprietary systems must work together seamlessly. At the core is interoperability – the ability to exchange and process information across systems. Only then can a fully connected ecosystem be achieved – from sensor to cloud.
Predictive Maintenance
Predictive maintenance enables proactive planning based on data, not rigid intervals. Through condition-based servicing and smart maintenance, failures can be avoided and building repair costs significantly reduced. Modern solutions continuously monitor technical conditions and provide the basis for cost-effective, future-oriented maintenance strategies.
Building Information Modelling (BIM) & Digital Twin
Building Information Modelling (BIM) creates digital building models that consolidate all relevant data – from planning and construction to operation. In combination with a digital twin, buildings become transparent, controllable and analysable throughout their lifecycle. Digital twin technology makes maintenance, retrofitting and energy optimisation more predictable and efficient. The result is continuous, data-driven processes – from early design phases to integrated BIM systems in real-world operation.