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The Benefits of Upgrading to Lutron HomeWorks 

When you moved into your Twin Cities home, was it already equipped with a lighting control system? Or did you have a Lutron lighting system installed years—or even decades—ago? 

If you’re still using a legacy Lutron system like Lutron Interactive, LiteTouch, or Illuminations, you may have noticed poor performance after switching to LED bulbs. Maybe certain fixtures are no longer working, or you’re experiencing flickering lights, erratic dimming, and unreliable behavior. 

Why does this happen to older lighting systems? And how can you fix it? Here’s how (and why) we upgrade Lutron lighting systems for our clients in Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN. 

Customize Your Home Environment With Elegant Lighting Solutions

Walk into your home, and what do you see? Is your home perfectly illuminated with artificial lighting that’s balanced with natural light from the outside? With the tap of a button, it could be. Lutron HomeWorks QS offers precise lighting adjustments, allowing homeowners in Minnetonka, MN, to create elegant, luxurious environments that adapt to their unique lifestyles and preferences. Whether you're hosting a dinner party, unwinding after a long day, or just getting up in the morning, Lutron’s HomeWorks QS system helps you shape your home’s ambiance to match the needs of the moment.

Continue reading for tips on leveraging this powerful lighting system to enhance your living spaces.

Bringing Natural Light into Your Home as Fall Turns to Winter

As summer turns to fall and the days grow shorter, our bodies attempt to adjust to the decreasing daylight. While the exact amount of daylight you lose depends on where you live, it’s astonishing to realize that from the first day of fall to the end of the year, many in Minnesota will experience over three hours of diminishing light. 

So, what does this reduced light do to our bodies? For many of us, decreasing sunlight disrupts the internal time clock known as the circadian rhythm. For those who are susceptible in St. Paul/Minneapolis, MN, lack of adequate sunshine can lead to seasonal affective disorder (SAD), a type of depression associated with chemical changes occurring in the brain due to less daylight. 

Here, we’ll explore the circadian rhythm, how the body responds when it’s disrupted, and the lighting technology that can bring your body back into balance as the seasons change.

Enhancing Your Home's Natural Light and Beauty

Today, more homeowners and interior designers than ever before are embracing the power of natural light. As the main source of ambient lighting, it brings immense beauty, warmth, and illumination. In the process, it reduces energy consumption and enhances your sense of well-being. It's a potent element that deserves a special place in our homes. 

Yet, it comes with a cost. As the sun arcs across the sky, harsh UV rays enter our homes, damaging the interior. In response, we close our shades and there they remain, blocking the many benefits natural light brings. 

The answer is motorized shades. These automated masterpieces adjust throughout the day, protecting your home while letting in the gift of natural light. If you're wondering how roller shades will blend in with your home's design, you'll be pleasantly surprised to learn these window coverings come in vast styles, colors, and materials.

At Innovative Control Systems, we partner with Lutron, the global leader in motorized shades and lighting control, to bring our clients the greatest selection and enhanced functionality. Let's explore what these window coverings offer your home in Minnetonka, MN.