False Economies: why ‘bargain’ smart homes end up costing more than KNX
By Simon Buddle Learn how switching from proprietary gadgets to a manufacturer-independent system like KNX is the only way to build a smart home system that actually lasts. How many Google Nest thermostats does it take to control a house? One? I have two; one for upstairs and one for downstairs. Getting the plumber to […]
Aiming High: KNX Userclub Jordan
By Mohamed Abu Alhaj Discover how the newly-established KNX Userclub Jordan is empowering professionals and students to lead the future of building automation in the region. KNX Userclub Jordan was officially established at the end of 2025. My original idea of founding a KNX userclub in Jordan was driven by a vision to create an […]
KNX at ISE 2026: innovation, interoperability and a booth full of energy
By Sara Fan KNX returned to Integrated Systems Europe (ISE), bringing the global KNX ecosystem to one of the most important meeting points for AV and smart building professionals. ISE 2026 took place at the Gran Fira, Barcelona, 3 – 6 February 2026. The show once again confirmed a clear industry direction: systems are converging. […]
Interview: Celebrating the second anniversary of Women in KNX with Katja Schuster
In this interview with Katie Rose, Katja Schuster shares how Women in KNX is sparking connections across the industry. KNXtoday: Congratulations on the second anniversary of Women in KNX, launched at Light+Building 2024. Tell us why you founded the initiative. KS: Women in technical professions are surrounded by many fantastic male colleagues, but rarely, if […]
ISE 2026 achieves record-breaking attendance of 92,170 visitors
Spanning all eight halls at Fira de Barcelona Gran Via, ISE 2026 delivered four days of record-breaking energy, creativity, and innovation, bringing the global audiovisual and systems integration community together like never before. Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2026 has officially closed its doors following four days of inspiring firsts that pushed beyond the expected to […]
KNX Association invites you to ISE 2026
We are pleased to invite you to Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2026, taking place from 3–6 February 2026 in Barcelona, Spain. We look forward to welcoming you to the KNX booth for an immersive experience of the world’s leading standard for smart home and building automation. Booth 2J300 – Main entrance of Hall 2 Our 280 m² open-concept […]
KNX Association reaffirms commitment to a greener future through continued support of ‘Plant-for-the-Planet’
The KNX Association, developer of the world’s leading standard for home and building automation, is successfully committed to climate protection – both through KNX technology itself and through its 8th year of ongoing support of the international reforestation initiative ‘Plant-for-the-Planet.’ With buildings currently responsible for approximately 40% of global CO2 emissions, KNX technology serves as […]
Sustainability: KNX reduces emissions and supports Plant-for-the-Planet
By Yasmin Hashmi Buildings cause 40% of global CO2 emissions – but KNX professionals have the tools to change that. From energy management to supporting environmental initiatives, discover how KNX is creating a greener future. There are many negative headline-grabbing issues facing the world these days. You could be forgiven for being depressed by it […]
Show Preview: discover the full power of the KNX ecosystem at ISE 2026
By Sara Fan Join KNX Association at ISE2026 in Barcelona from 3 – 6 February to explore the world’s leading smart building ecosystem and experience seamless interoperability and the latest ETS innovations firsthand! Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2026 will take place from 3 – 6 February 2026 at Fira Barcelona, Gran Via, in Spain. As […]
Women in KNX – Lina Elsner on making buildings smarter and life easier with KNX
By Katie Rose In this interview with Katie Rose, Lina Elsner, Managing Director of Elsner Elektronik GmbH shares how passion for technology begins when people feel they can make a difference. KNXtoday: In 2023, you took over the management of your family business, Elsner Elektronik, with your brother, Bastien Elsner, and mother, Jutta Elsner, after […]