PREVIEW – LIGHT + BUILDING 2026
Light + Building: Sneak Peak

Basalte will be presenting several additions to its smart home portfolio at Light + Building in Hall 11.1, at stands C06 and C07. The focus will be on the new "Matisse" keypad series, which is available as both a KNX version and, for the first time, as a wireless Casambi model. Also unveiled will be the redesigned "Miro Pro" remote control, which features a larger display, new materials, and enhanced operating logic for lighting, audio, and scene control.

With "Core Super", Basalte is introducing a next-generation server that combines AI-based functions in the areas of automation, voice interaction, and security. It also forms the basis for a new interaction concept called Basalte Flow, which will be presented for the first time in Frankfurt. In addition, Basalte is expanding its audio portfolio and integrating new speaker solutions and interfaces with partners such as Bang & Olufsen and Loewe. New functions based on central event detection via "Core Super" will also be showcased in the area of home security.

Hall 11.1 | C06, C07

In Hall 3.0, Bartenbach will be showcases its expertise in scientifically based daylight and artificial lighting design. The company has been developing integrated lighting solutions since 1960, combining research, engineering, model building, and system development of luminaires and daylight elements. The focus of the trade fair presentation is on optical components such as reflectors, refractors, and lenses, which enable precise light guidance and high efficiency.

New products include the "RDB-W component" with wider beam angles, optimized glare control, and high uniformity. The "RSQ component" for homogeneous square light distribution and the "RMJ Superspot" for precise accent lighting will also be presented. In addition, Bartenbach will present solutions from the Components and Daylight divisions, which are modular in design and tailored to project-specific requirements. These focal points provide a compact overview of the company's current developments for architecture and planning teams.

Hall 8.0 | Booth C29

At Light + Building 2026, Bega will be showcasing long-lasting lighting and interior design solutions that take both functional and architectural requirements into account. Visitors can look forward to a wide range of topics – from environmentally friendly and urban lighting to further developments in lighting technology for indoor and outdoor use. In addition, Bega will present luminaires for upscale interior design and systems for convenient lighting control.

Sister company Aubrilam will expand the presentation with outdoor luminaires focusing on wood as a material, thus opening up further design options for outdoor spaces. The trade fair presentation will be rounded off by a new program that offers significantly greater freedom in design. It enables the targeted customization of luminaires, tailored to projects, locations, and specific requirements, and thus supports precise adaptation to different planning situations. Tip: Bega is offering a free trade fair ticket for a visit to its stand in Hall 3.0 at bega.com/lb26.

Hall 3.0 | Stand C91

At Light + Building, Eden Design is presenting a selection of new modular and architectural luminaires, including further developments of the "°plug", "°bloc", and "°blocline systems", which enable a wide range of spatial compositions thanks to high-quality materials and flexibly combinable elements. With °micr'online, the company is also presenting a miniaturized 48 V track system with integrated data bus that supports precise, flexibly controllable lighting solutions.

The use of locally manufactured, recyclable premium aluminum and modular designs underscores the focus on durable, project-oriented lighting solutions that can be clearly integrated into architectural plans.

Hall 3.1 | D70

Georg Bechter's “SYSTEM DOT 28” has been setting standards for the integration of light into architectural structures for ten years. The anniversary provides the company with an opportunity to review the development of the system in terms of efficiency, sustainability, and functional expansion. An important step in this process is the awarding of the Cradle to Cradle Gold Level certification to the luminaires. This certification stands for a design that is geared towards durable constructions, transparent material cycles, and a resource-saving structure.

The modular “SYSTEM DOT 28” now offers a comprehensive range of 23,851 possible combinations. It opens up a wide range of application options for planners while remaining committed to a clear architectural approach: light is conceived as an integral part of the surface. The VISO 28 motion detector adds an additional technical component to the system.

Hall 3.1 | B55

Gira presents a wide range of innovations in door communication, switch ranges, and smart home technology in Hall 11.1, Booth B16, focusing on the connection between systems thinking and building automation. The focus is on the new IP door communication system, which is based on international standards, is scalable up to 1,000 units, and can be clearly integrated into networked building structures.

In addition, Gira will be showcasing advanced services and partner programs to support planning and implementation. Newly aligned information and training offerings are also designed to facilitate knowledge transfer for specialist planners and contractors. The current brand orientation also places greater emphasis on the user perspective and its importance for holistic building concepts. The trade fair presentation provides a concise overview of the current systemic enhancements and their relevance for modern, intelligently networked architecture.

Hall 11.1 | B16

Hager is presenting new solutions for sustainable buildings at Light + Building 2026 under the motto "Better buildings. Better tomorrows." In Hall 11.1, the focus is on further developments in building control and new switch ranges, supplemented by systems for charging infrastructure and energy management in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. Hager will also be showcasing adaptations to the upcoming VDE-AR-N 4100:2026:xx, which is expected in mid-February, as well as practical offerings for the electrical trade. This includes the workshop street in the Galleria GAL.1, booth C01, which offers trainees and master craftsman students direct access to training and application knowledge.

The trade fair appearance also includes the launch of the call for entries for the Peter and Luise Hager Foundation's Master Craftsman Founder Award, which is presented every two years and awards three winners with 10,000 Euro each.

Hall 12.1 | Booth B50, B51
Workshop street: Galleria, GAL.1 | Booth C01

serien.lighting is exhibiting at Light + Building with a stand that showcases the company's design philosophy, which it has consistently pursued for 40 years: the presentation in Hall 3.1 focuses on clear forms, technical precision, and the close connection between light and architecture. The focus is on the latest additions to the “SLICE² PI” and “REFLEX²” series. “SLICE² PI” includes new versions such as a pendant luminaire, an XXL ceiling variant, and a wall luminaire. The homogeneous luminous disc and the construction, which is only 30 millimeters high, remain characteristic.

“REFLEX²” is complemented by two new ceiling models, including a larger version and the Ceiling Cascade version. Both are characterized by a lighting effect with diffuse brightness and fine geometric shadow lines. The presentation offers a concise summary of the latest developments and shows how the luminaires from serien.lighting can be used in different architectural contexts.

Hall 3.1 | Booth D90

At Light + Building, XAL will be presenting a booth that is consistently reduced in terms of structure, materials and effect, thus drawing attention to the product content. The expanded ‘ENVIVA’ family will be on display: a 15-millimetre slim luminaire series whose components are completely separable and recyclable. The extruded profiles are made of low-emission Hydro Low Carbon Aluminium. The series offers direct and indirect lighting, high-quality optics and a range of colours and materials. With an efficiency of up to 184 lumens per watt and optional presence and daylight sensors, it is designed for low energy consumption. All the new versions – suspended, free-standing, surface-mounted, recessed and track – will be on display at the show, providing an overview of the further development of the product family.

ENVIVA suspended (louver, spotline) is Cradle to Cradle Certified® Full Scope at Bronze level according to version 4.0. In addition, according to a XAL press release, ENVIVA suspended saves a total of almost 400 kg CO₂ eq compared to an average suspended linear luminaire.

Hall 5.1 | Booth B70

Tip: Artemide is opening a new flagship store in Frankfurt am Main. Parallel to Light + Building from March 8 to 13, 2026, it will be open daily from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and offer a first glimpse of the 2026 collection with new products designed by long-standing partners, including internationally renowned designers such as BIG – Bjarke Ingels Group, Foster + Partners Industrial Design, and Herzog & de Meuron.

Artemide Flagship Store
Baseler Straße 10
60329 Frankfurt am Main
Daily from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.