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URC Intelligent Shading Utility in action on its Total Control home automation platform

URC’s Latest Utility Uses Real-Time Weather Data and Geolocation to Control Shades

Following its Circadian Lighting Utility, the Intelligent Shading Utility works to optimize natural light in ways that provide…

News March 6
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How Integrators Can Win the Trust of Architects and Interior Designers

Architects and designers explain why early, design-led collaboration is now critical for residential integrators.

News February 17
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D-Tools Lightapalooza 2026

D-Tools Data Shows Centralized Control Driving Growth in Lighting and Motorized Shading

Data suggests control drives lighting adoption, while motorized window treatments lead category growth ahead of Lightapalooza 2026.

Briefs February 17
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How Centralized Control is Increasing Integrator Lighting Revenue

Lighting’s rich revenue opportunities sees “light-adjacent systems” receiving newfound interest as scale-drivers and essential add-ons for projects.

News January 28
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Crestron Home OS 4.8 Update Expands Whole-Home Shading and Remote Control Capabilities

Whole-home shading takes center stage in Crestron Home OS 4.8, adding unified shade control and expanded support for…

News December 23
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Adam Zell of Boston Automations on What Shaped the CI Industry in 2025

A look at the trends and technologies that defined 2025, through the lens of Boston Automation's Adam Zell.

News December 10
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Lutron Report Positions Lighting and Shading as the New Design–Tech Bridge in Luxury Homes

A new report from Lutron looks at lighting and shading as the critical bridge between technology and design.

News December 9
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Rethink Your Shading Strategy with Sol-Lux EOS

Exterior autonomous shades that block heat before it hits the glass, preserving views and boosting profits.

Sponsored October 17
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Lutron Officially Launches Shade Visualizer

Shade Visualizer lets users explore styles, fabrics, and light transformations in Lutron’s Luxury Experience App.

Briefs September 30
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