Smarter Homes & Furnishings, Chicago. May 7–9, 2026.
About this Event
Don't Miss the FREE Smarter Homes & Furnishings Conference!
Smarter Homes & Furnishings is the Midwest's dedicated trade show for smart home technology, connected devices, and livable design — bringing together manufacturers, integrators, designers, and retail buyers in the most underserved smart home market between the coasts.
Who attends SHF
Interior designers, architects, and residential design professionals Smart home integrators and installation specialists Multifamily and condo developers evaluating smart home packages for new builds Retail buyers from home improvement chains and specialty stores Homeowners, DIYers, and early adopters ready to upgrade
What's on the floor
SHF connects exhibitors across IoT devices, smart appliances, connected AV systems, home security, lighting, and residential automation — with a dedicated focus on Matter 1.5 compatibility. This is where manufacturers meet the professionals deploying their products and the consumers buying them.
What you'll experience
Live product demonstrations, a curated B2B track ("Builder Bundle") for developers and retail buyers, and a consumer track ("Smart Living Lab") for homeowners and enthusiasts. Sessions from ASHB (Association for Smarter Homes & Buildings) cover design standards, Matter adoption, and Midwest market trends. VIP programming features product and innovation teams from leading brands alongside buying decision-makers.
Why the Midwest, why now
Smart home adoption is accelerating nationally — but national shows still skew coastal. SHF is the only dedicated smart home and furnishings event serving Chicagoland and the broader Midwest market, where multifamily development activity and first-time smart home adoption are both accelerating heading into 2026
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, 5555 North River Road, Rosemont, United States
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