Curators of Cutting-Edge Technology Solutions
Who We Are
Innovative Control Systems (ICS) is a family owned and operated company specializing in residential and commercial lighting design, lighting control, and motorized shading solutions with more than 20 years of experience in the industry. We are certified dealers of Lutron, Vantage Controls, KETRA and DMF lighting. Innovative Control Systems is based out of the Twin Cities of Minneapolis/St. Paul in Minnesota, but our projects span the country from Long Island, NY to the Florida Keys to Scottsdale, Arizona. We have showrooms located in Excelsior, Minnesota and Cape Coral, Florida. ICS was proudly recognized with the Lutron Diamond Level Sales Award in 2015-2021 and Diamond Elite in 2022 and 2023.
Recognition from Industry Leaders
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Mission Statement
Our mission is to simplify your busy lifestyle by integrating professional control systems into your home or commercial property in accordance with your unique needs. We design, program, and personalize every new or existing system. We transform the light that surrounds you whether by dimming your lights or controlling your window treatments. We aim to exceed your expectations in customer service dealing with the design, installation, and maintenance of your lighting and shading systems. We lead our specification with the latest in fashion and functionality in window coverings and lighting technologies. Our team is professionally trained and certified, and we purchase product factory direct.
Our Team
Samantha Ziegler
Samantha is an alum of the University of Minnesota, and in 2023, she was awarded a professional graduate Certificate in Architectural Lighting from the University of Colorado Boulder. She has worked in the industry for 10+ years and leads daily operations at ICS. Her greatest passions include traveling, boating, and exploring the natural world.
Spencer Ziegler
Spencer is a student at the University of Minnesota with an anticipated graduation in 2024. Spencer works alongside Samantha in daily administrative operations with the aim to deliver excellence for our clients. His greatest passions include traveling, sustainable living, and music curation.
In Memoriam
Steve Ziegler
Steve founded Innovative Control Systems in 2009 after working in the industry for 25+ years. He had been associated with Lutron for 20 years and specialized in lighting control and shading solutions. With great relationships, strong integrity and diligent work ethic he built the company to what it is today. His team continues the company in his memory with the same values that built ICS.