Integrating the Best Design with the Latest Innovations

As twilight settles over your homes, the real artistry of well-planned lighting control and design reveals itself. Windows that framed stunning Lake Michigan views during the day transform into sophisticated mirrors, reflecting carefully orchestrated layers of interior light. Through decades of experience with home technology, Barrett's Technology Solutions has witnessed how thoughtful lighting design transforms spaces from merely functional to extraordinary. Today's luxury homes demand more than standard illumination models—they require a masterful integration of lighting control and design that enhances architecture, ambiance, and lifestyle. 

The Power of Early Collaboration

When our team is brought into a project during its initial design phase, magic happens. Working alongside architects, interior designers, and contractors from the beginning allows us to weave lighting seamlessly into the fabric of your home's design. Rather than adapting to existing constraints, we can collaborate with your design team to create intentional spaces where lighting enhances every architectural feature and daily activity. In our Chicago lighting lab, we show you some of the latest lighting products and technologies, letting you use your imagination to integrate them into your project. 

Layered Lighting: The Foundation of Lighting Design

Consider a modern kitchen with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the lake. During daylight hours, natural light floods the space. But as evening approaches, layers of thoughtfully planned lighting take over. Professional lighting design incorporates four essential layers that work in harmony: ambient lighting illuminates the overall space through recessed ceiling fixtures and cove lighting that washes the ceiling with warmth; task lighting, like precisely placed downlights and under-cabinet fixtures, ensures every work surface is perfectly lit for food preparation; accent lighting draws attention to architectural details, artwork, and display shelving; and decorative lighting, such as illumination inside glassware cabinets, adds personality while creating an intimate dining atmosphere. Each layer serves a purpose, transitioning your space effortlessly from day to night while helping both function and ambiance.

A Team Approach

Barrett’s partners with lighting designers, architects, and builders who understand that each space tells its own unique story. While early collaboration yields the best results, our team adapts to your project's timeline, whether we're joining architects during initial planning, consulting with interior designers during renovation, or problem-solving with contractors during construction. For new builds, we can help shape the lighting design from blueprint to completion. In renovation projects, we work within existing frameworks to enhance the space. And for finished homes seeking improvements, we find creative solutions to elevate lighting without major structural changes.

Working alongside design professionals, we create lighting solutions that reflect the homeowner’s style while enhancing the home's architectural features. Elite designers have long recognized that sophisticated lighting control isn't just about lighting placement and levels of illumination—it's about creating moments, enhancing moods, and highlighting the exceptional features that make a home unique.

Mastering Light

Today's lighting control systems are far more than glorified dimmers; they orchestrate the environment throughout the day. Imagine artwork that's highlighted for evening entertaining, kitchen task lighting that makes meal preparation a joy, and outdoor lighting that extends the living space into the evening hours. The right lighting transforms everyday activities into elevated experiences, whether it’s reading in the study or hosting a dinner party. 

Creating a Legacy with Light

The thoughtful integration of lighting design and control is an investment that enhances daily life for years to come. It's the subtle details—like how a home greets you with warmly lit pathways in the evening, or how your kitchen transitions seamlessly from a bright workspace to an intimate dining area—that elevate a home from beautiful to extraordinary. 

Ready to illuminate the possibilities? Contact Barrett's Technology Solutions in the early stages of your project to discover how our lighting expertise can transform your vision into reality.