Interior designers: Use this guide to make the best lighting control decision for your projects
The lighting of a home affects the way the property is perceived. Therefore, having a high-end lighting control solution is paramount for any interior designer hoping to make a good impression.
But how do you pick the right smart lighting system for your projects? Our experts are here to help you make the right decision! Read on to learn whether you should include Lutron wireless lighting control or wired control in your design projects in Los Angeles, CA.
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Wired
A hardwired lighting control system wires all lighting loads to a centralized control panel that’s stored in a closet or utility room. All the wiring is concealed in the walls of your client’s home. Because this installation moves lighting load control from wall boxes to the control panel, interior designers can eliminate banks of switches that cause wall clutter and selectively choose where wall keypads go!
These systems also won’t have to rely on a wireless connection to function and can be integrated into the client’s home automation system for reliable control.
Wired systems are a fantastic choice for new builds where the client wants technology integrated from the get-go. However, wired systems are more expensive than wireless alternatives and require working with an integrator like PROJECT: automate at the start of the build process.
Wireless
A wireless lighting control system doesn’t require any wire reruns and works well with a traditional home lighting installation. Wireless light switches, keypads, and dimmers install into existing wall boxes and communicate through a main repeater that can be stored in a closet to minimize the clutter that distracts from your interior design.
This setup is more affordable than a wired installation and requires less planning, making it a good choice for clients that decide they want a smart lighting installation after their home build has already started. It is also more flexible and scalable than a hardwired system, meaning that homeowners can make changes down the line without needing to open walls to adjust wiring.
Lutron’s Caséta
Lutron’s Caséta wireless smart dimmers and switches make it easy for your clients to intelligently control their lighting. It is easy to install—one kit is all you need and only takes about fifteen minutes. Unfortunately, smart bulb-based lighting solutions can turn off bulbs at the switch, preventing them from working. Lutron’s solution prevents that from occurring. If the switch is turned off, it can still be adjusted, even if the Wi-Fi is down!
Caséta lighting solutions work with a wide range of smart home brands and seamlessly integrate into your client’s home automation ecosystem. Schedule lights to adjust throughout the day and create scenes that control multiple lights simultaneously and set the mood for various activities. Additionally, the Smart Away features improve security by turning your client’s lights on and off randomly throughout the day to make it seem like they are home even when they are not.
Illuminate your client’s spaces with smart lighting with help from our professional lighting control installers! To learn more about our smart home services and trade partnerships or to schedule a complimentary consultation, contact PROJECT: automate!
