Here are ideas for refreshing a lighting system to be more practical and intuitive, with a focus on one often-overlooked feature: lighting control keypads. Many aspects of lighting control benefit homeowners, but this discussion centers on how keypads mitigate the disadvantages of typical wall switches and dimmers. Standard switches are one-device, one-light controls that work well in rooms with one or two fixtures, such as laundry rooms or small hallways, but in larger spaces with layered lighting, they add confusion and an unnecessary memory burden.

Lighting control keypads solve both of these problems. The memory burden is addressed immediately with clearly labeled buttons, removing the need to remember which switch controls which light. If a button is labeled “Hallway”, it turns on the hallway lights; this is a simple concept that should be standard in larger homes. Keypads also address the one-light, one-device limitation, since a single button can control either a one fixture or multiple fixtures at once. They can also turn off multiple lights simultaneously, whether within a single room or across the home, saving time and adding daily convenience.

CAV Integrated Home designs lighting control systems that incorporate keypads to deliver all of these benefits. In new construction, lighting design can be refined before wiring begins, offering both aesthetic and functional advantages. In existing homes, wireless and retrofittable options can achieve similar results without major construction. If learning more about lighting control keypads and how they simplify daily living interests you, contact CAV Integrated Home to speak with one of our designers about the best options for your home.