Intelligent Lighting Control Systems
Lutron is the global leader in lighting control technology, offering sophisticated solutions for homes and commercial spaces. With over 60 years of innovation, Lutron systems provide unmatched reliability, seamless integration, and intuitive control of lighting and shading.
At Lightplan, our specialists have extensive experience with Lutron installations and can guide you through selecting the perfect system for your needs, whether you're upgrading a single room or designing a complete smart building.
Energy Efficiency
Lutron systems can reduce lighting energy consumption by up to 70% through intelligent scheduling, occupancy sensing, and daylight harvesting, helping you meet UK building regulations while lowering costs.
Seamless Integration
Connect with leading smart home platforms including Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Google Assistant, and more. Lutron systems integrate effortlessly with your existing technology.
Proven Reliability
With millions of installations worldwide, Lutron's patented wireless technology and robust engineering ensure your system works flawlessly for years to come, backed by comprehensive UK support.
Lutron RA2 Select in Action
This is one of our favourite examples of what Lutron RA2 can do in a home setting. A fully fitted media wall — housing a TV, ornaments, and display objects in individual lit compartments — becomes something entirely different when you add Lutron RA2 to the equation.
Each light source in the installation is independently controlled through the Lutron app on your iPhone, iPad, or Android device:
- Mini spotlights within each display compartment, highlighting individual ornaments exactly as you choose
- Concealed LED strip across the front face of the media wall — invisible by design, dramatic in effect
- LED strip behind the unit creating a soft ambient backlighting glow around the television
The result is a media wall that changes with your mood. Movie night calls for a deep backlit glow and softened spots. Entertaining guests? Bring the display compartments to life with precise accent lighting. Every combination is a scene you can save, name, and recall with a single tap.
This is lighting as interior design — not just illumination.
Lutron Product Ranges
Lutron RA2 Select
Smart, reliable lighting control for your home
RA2 Select is a wireless smart home lighting and blinds control system designed for homes of all ages. Operating independently of Wi-Fi using patented technology, it offers reliable, flexible control without requiring smart bulbs — giving you complete creative freedom over how your home is lit.
- Works with existing wiring — no wall demolition required
- Controls lights at the switch for complete bulb freedom
- Create and save custom scenes for every room and occasion
- Compatible with Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Google Assistant
- Scheduling syncs to sunrise/sunset automatically
- Smart Away mode for security when travelling
- Full control from your iPhone, iPad, or Android device
Ideal for: Homeowners wanting reliable, flexible smart lighting for whole-home or room-by-room control. Particularly well suited to media walls, home cinemas, and spaces where atmosphere matters.
Lutron Vive
Fast, wireless commercial lighting control
Vive is a wireless commercial lighting control solution designed for new construction and retrofits, offering up to 70% faster installation than wired systems while maintaining code compliance. Ideal for offices, retail, education, and hospitality environments.
- Up to 70% faster installation than wired control solutions
- Wireless system — no rewiring needed for changes or expansions
- Meets UK building regulations including Part L2 requirements
- Optional Vive Hub for centralised time clocks and energy reporting
- Vive Vue and Enterprise Vue software for building analytics
- Scalable from a single space to an entire building
Ideal for: Offices, schools, retail spaces, hospitals, and retrofit projects where quick installation and code compliance are priorities.
Additional Lutron ranges available by request — We can also supply and advise on other Lutron systems including RadioRA 3, HomeWorks QSX, Athena, Quantum, and myRoom XC. If you have a specific project in mind or are unsure which system is right for you, speak with one of our specialists and we'll point you in the right direction.
Ready to Transform Your Space?
Lutron RA2 Select and Lutron Vive aren’t available to buy directly online. As a long established Lutron supplier, please get in touch with our Lightplan team for a personalised quote and expert guidance on the best lighting automation setup for your home or business.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lutron and why should I choose it?
+Lutron is the world leader in lighting control technology with over 60 years of innovation. Their systems are renowned for exceptional reliability, with millions of installations worldwide. Lutron offers sophisticated control of lights, shades, and temperature through intuitive interfaces including wall keypads, mobile apps, and voice control.
Unlike consumer-grade smart lighting that relies on Wi-Fi and smart bulbs, Lutron uses patented wireless technology that operates independently of your home network, ensuring consistent performance. You maintain control at the switch, preventing accidental bulb deactivation and offering true "bulb freedom".
How does Lutron smart lighting work?
+Lutron systems control lighting at the switch or dimmer module rather than requiring smart bulbs. Stylish keypads installed in walls allow you to brighten, dim, and create preset lighting scenes. Depending on the system, you can also control automated shades to balance natural and artificial light.
The systems use Lutron's patented Clear Connect RF wireless technology, which operates on its own frequency separate from Wi-Fi, ensuring reliable performance. You can control your system via wall keypads, handheld Pico remotes, the Lutron mobile app, or voice commands through Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit, or Google Assistant.
Is Lutron RA2 suitable for a media wall or home cinema?
+Absolutely — and it's one of the best applications for the system. Lutron RA2 allows you to independently control multiple light sources within the same space: accent spotlights inside display compartments, concealed LED strip on the front face of a media wall, and ambient backlighting behind the screen.
You can create and save named scenes — movie night, entertaining, reading — and switch between them instantly via the app on your phone or tablet. It turns a media wall from a fixed piece of furniture into a dynamic centrepiece you can adapt to any occasion.
Can Lutron be retrofitted into existing homes?
+Yes. Lutron's wireless technology makes it excellent for retrofits. RA2 Select works with existing home wiring and doesn't require tearing into walls or ceilings, saving significant time and cost compared to wired systems.
Installation typically involves replacing existing switches and dimmers with Lutron wireless controls, then programming the system to your preferences. This makes Lutron ideal for period properties, listed buildings, and homes where extensive construction isn't feasible.
Does Lutron work with Alexa, Google, and Apple HomeKit?
+Yes. Lutron RA2 Select integrates seamlessly with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple HomeKit. You can control lights and shades with voice commands like "Alexa, dim the living room lights to 50%" or "Hey Google, set movie scene".
Lutron also integrates with other popular smart home platforms including Ring, Honeywell, Sonos, and many more. Lutron's LEAP API ensures responsive, reliable integration with leading smart home brands.
What are the energy savings with Lutron systems?
+Lutron systems can reduce lighting energy consumption by up to 70% through a combination of intelligent scheduling, occupancy sensing, and daylight harvesting. The systems automatically adjust lighting levels based on natural daylight, turn off lights in unoccupied spaces, and optimise usage patterns.
For commercial applications, Lutron Vive helps meet UK building regulations including Part L2 requirements while reducing operational costs, with analytics dashboards that track energy consumption and quantify savings over time.
Do I need professional installation?
+RA2 Select can be installed by qualified electricians and doesn't necessarily require specialised Lutron training, making it accessible for straightforward residential projects including media walls, living rooms, and multi-room schemes.
At Lightplan, we have extensive experience with Lutron RA2 systems and can either handle your installation directly or connect you with certified Lutron professionals for larger or more complex projects. We also carry other Lutron ranges by request — just ask us what's available for your specific requirements.
How reliable is Lutron wireless technology?
+Lutron's Clear Connect RF wireless technology is exceptionally reliable, operating on a dedicated frequency separate from Wi-Fi and other household wireless devices. This prevents interference and ensures consistent performance.
Unlike consumer smart home products that depend on Wi-Fi connectivity, Lutron systems work independently of your internet connection. Even if your Wi-Fi goes down, your lighting controls continue to function via wall keypads and Pico remotes.
With millions of installations worldwide and over 60 years of engineering expertise, Lutron has proven reliability that makes it the preferred choice of architects, designers, and homeowners globally.
What support is available for Lutron systems in the UK?
+Lutron provides 24/7 UK-based technical support via phone and email for all residential systems. Their support team can assist with troubleshooting, programming questions, and system optimisation.
At Lightplan, we provide ongoing support for all Lutron systems we supply, helping you get the most from your investment with expert guidance and local service.