Entertainment That Fits Your Lifestyle

An integrated audio and video system places all of your favourite entertainment in one place. Music, films, and even lighting respond to a single command. Lucent Controls designs entertainment solutions that let you move through your day with ease. 

Start playing music while preparing dinner, bring it into the dining room for family conversation, and let it continue outside while you relax with dessert. No interruptions and no confusion, only smooth enjoyment across every room.

Lucent uses platforms homeowners know and trust, like Control4 and Josh.ai, to simplify daily routines. Voice commands or one-touch controls let you manage your entertainment the way you want. The result is an experience that feels natural and intuitive for everyone in the household.

Immersive Sound Solutions That Complement Your Home's Aesthetic

The modern homeowner faces a familiar dilemma: exceptional audio performance often comes wrapped in utilitarian black boxes that clash with carefully curated interiors. But what if your speakers could serve as both acoustic marvels and design statements? 

Enter the world where Focal's sculptural loudspeakers and NAIM's refined electronics prove that uncompromising sound quality and stunning aesthetics aren't mutually exclusive. These systems transform listening rooms into galleries where every musical note resonates with visual beauty.

It Doesn’t Have to Be One or the Other. It Can Be Both

Smart home control thrives on precision and privacy. Many homeowners exploring home automation come across a familiar crossroads: Control4 or Josh.ai? It’s a question that deserves a closer look because the most advanced homes don’t choose one over the other. They integrate both.

These systems serve different but highly complementary roles. Control4 acts as the sophisticated backbone of a smart home, orchestrating lights, shades, audio, video, security, and more into a unified platform. Josh.ai steps in as the intuitive, privacy-respecting interface—an elegant layer that lets you speak naturally to your home and watch it respond without delay or confusion.

Together, they deliver the kind of intuitive control that transforms how people experience residential technology.

More Than a Luxury Item: Discover the Extreme Benefits of Automated Window Coverings

How many times have you sat down in your home office or started watching a show on TV only to find the sun’s glare left much to be desired? With the pull of a cord or the tug on a shade, you lower the window covering and head back to your task at hand—and probably forget to adjust the shades for the rest of the day, leaving your home devoid of natural light. 

Is there a better way? Absolutely. 

It’s called integrated motorized shades. This technology lets you press a button on a remote or state a voice command to control every shade in your home from anywhere. Did you forget to lower the shades before you left for Bermuda? Tap your smartphone, and it’s done. Even better, you can schedule shades to adjust automatically based on the time of day or sunlight levels, optimizing your home’s natural light. 

Here, we’ll explore how you can enhance home comfort with integrated motorized shades.

This Summer, Manage Natural & Electric Light with Motorized Shades & Draperies

Daylighting is the practice of bringing natural light into a home. It reduces the need for artificial light and reliance on heating systems. As we strive to adopt more sustainable living practices, it has become a strong consideration when building or renovating homes.

Not only does it reduce energy consumption, but it also brings in the health benefits of the sun, from balancing our sleep-wake cycle to elevating our emotions. And then, of course, there’s the beauty of natural light streaming through a home, enhancing textures and colours with its touch.

As summer approaches, however, the beauty of natural light gives way to solar heat gain, causing us to turn on the HVAC system in search of relief. We close our shades, turn on the lights, and find our energy bills increasing while the gifts of natural light diminish.

There is a better way—a way to create a comfortable home environment in the summer while reducing cooling costs and boosting energy efficiency. It’s called motorized shades, and it’s the key to smarter homes and bigger savings this summer. Let’s dive into this blog to explore how!

Creating the Perfect Outdoor Areas for Gathering with Friends & Family

It’s that time of year when we look at our outdoor spaces and dream. Soon, we’ll fire up the grill, heat the pool, and relax with friends and family in our backyards under a beautiful summer sun or a blanket of stars. 

So, how do we make this the best outdoor season yet?

One of the best ways to elevate your outdoor entertainment is with the latest audio-video solutions. Add today’s beautiful outdoor LED lighting, and you’ve created the perfect place for hosting parties and dinners with friends. 

Here, we’ll explore some of the top contenders in outdoor entertainment.

Explore the Possibilities of an Outdoor Sound System Installation

Spending time outdoors during Ottawa’s warmer months is a great way to promote health and fun in your home. Gather with friends, host a barbecue, sit around a fire pit, relax in the sunshine, or enjoy a movie under the stars. The right outdoor technology will add hours of fun to your typical entertainment routines.

But there’s one thing you must not overlook: the neighbours. Hopefully, you’re the best of friends, but if you’re not, outdoor entertainment could drive a wedge between you. Luckily, sound technicians at Lucent Controls know how to help you enjoy outdoor entertainment without disturbing the peace. Continue reading to learn how we can help with an outdoor sound system installation that you and your neighbours will enjoy.

Design a Welcoming Retreat for Relaxation and Entertainment

Whether your backyard is spacious or more compact, you can transform it into a welcoming retreat perfect for relaxation and entertainment. Enhancing your outdoor area with landscape lighting and a high-quality sound system not only boosts aesthetics and functionality but also adds security and long-term value to your Ottawa, ON, home. Keep reading for inspiring ideas to help you make the most of your outdoor living space—no matter the size.

Can I Automate Lighting Scenes to Suit My Daily Routines and Special Events? 

When you walk into a home where the lighting is just right, it can almost take your breath away. Filtered sunlight streams through the windows, bringing the natural world indoors. The fine artwork calls to you, highlighted in such a way that it invites you to venture closer and enjoy its beauty. Pendant lights over the kitchen island enhance the architectural style while providing illumination resembling candlelight.

It's clear that the lighting was considered an essential part of the design, as much as the furniture and other interior elements. 

But how do you maintain this level of illumination? Who has the time to dim, brighten, and adjust it? And who wants the wall of light switches affecting their home’s aesthetics? And so, our lighting remains stagnant, and we miss out on the magic of stunning illumination.

Today, there is a better way. It’s called a lighting control system, and it makes managing your home’s lighting effortless, so effortless that your smart home does it for you. Here, we’ll explore how automated lighting is taking the world by storm and transforming how we illuminate our homes in Ottawa, ON.

Smart Solutions for Year-Round Comfort, Efficiency, and Sustainability

As the seasons shift, so do your home’s energy demands. Summer brings the need for cooling to maintain comfort, while winter calls for warmth. These fluctuations can significantly impact your energy usage and utility bills.

With home automation, you can make the most out of your energy management throughout the year. Here’s how home automation can make a difference for your Ottawa, ON, home.

Our Team Can Implement the Latest Technology Throughout Your Home

Smart home automation is evolving rapidly, and homeowners in Ottawa, ON, are increasingly seeking solutions to enhance and streamline their lifestyles. At Lucent Controls, we love Control4, which integrates various smart devices into a cohesive and intuitive system, allowing you to easily control everything from lighting and audio to security and climate. 

However, what if you possess a Control4 smart home platform, but it’s been years since you updated your system? It’s important to upgrade your home to take full advantage of the latest technologies. One key advancement is remote system monitoring, a feature that ensures your home remains efficient and secure.

With enhanced monitoring capabilities and access to the latest Control4 features, you can enjoy convenience, peace of mind, and a cutting-edge smart home installation experience.

Polish and Protect Every Room in Your Ottawa Home

Motorized blinds are a graceful option for your home’s interior design, transforming the look and practicality of your living spaces. Consider them as an option when redecorating or updating your Ottawa, ON, home’s window coverings. Motorized blinds are a designer solution for combining elegance with smart technology. Continue reading to learn how these modern window treatments can elevate your room.

Adjust Your Lighting Settings for the Changing Season

Optimizing your home lighting to create a warm and inviting atmosphere is important as the days grow shorter and Canadian nights stretch longer. Ketra Lighting offers innovative solutions that blend beauty with technology, ensuring your Ottawa living spaces remain cozy and vibrant, even during winter. 

At Lucent Controls, we can help you transform your home into a smart home where advanced automation meets seamless design. Here are some best practices for adjusting your lighting settings to maximize comfort and ambiance.

Seamlessly Integrate High-End Audio with a Range of Smart Controls and Streaming Platforms

If you’re considering upgrading your home audio experience, you can’t go wrong with a high-end sound system from a top brand like Focal or James Loudspeaker. But, before deciding on a high-end audio product, it’s important to know if these systems will integrate with your existing technology, including music streaming services and smart home setups. Continue reading to explore how these systems work with smart controls and how you can create a multi-room audio experience to enjoy throughout your Ottawa, ON, home.

Get Customised Smart Solutions from a Local Partner You Trust

What would it be like to have a home that anticipates your needs, adapts to your lifestyle, and enhances your comfort all on its own? This futuristic vision is no longer a pie-in-the-sky idea but a real possibility when you invest in a professional smart home installation. At Lucent Controls, we specialise in customised smart home solutions that deliver the convenience, security, and entertainment that Ottawa, ON, homeowners dream about. And, with Control4 at the heart of each home, it is quickly transformed into a knowing and helpful partner in your day-to-day. Continue reading to learn more about smart home installation and Control4.

Elevate Your Smart Home Technology With Motorized Shades 

Some things simply go better together—wine and cheese or movies and popcorn. People love a great match. In the world of smart home technology, there are some fantastic pairings to discover as well. High-tech features like automatic blinds could be the perfect addition to your Ottawa, ON, smart home, especially if integrating them with smart lighting, a home theatre, or your security system. Continue reading to learn how automated blinds add to the value of other smart home technology features.

Keep Your Systems Up and Running at Their Best

When you work with Lucent Controls for smart home automation, we want to help you keep it up and running at its best. That’s why we offer around-the-clock remote system monitoring to ensure your systems deliver their greatest value at all times. Continue reading to learn how remote system monitoring provides greater peace of mind for your Control4 system in Ottawa, ON.  

Effortlessly Control Your Ottawa Home’s Lighting with Lighting Control

If you’re considering building a new home in Ottawa, ON, or the surrounding areas, integrating smart technology during the build phase is a strategic step that could save you money. Among the many technology options available, lighting automation stands out for its practicality and energy-saving impact. It’s important to discuss your plans with a professional integrator like Lucent Controls before you begin construction. Continue reading for some important information about lighting automation and how it works.

Smart Technology + Springtime Weather Makes for Great Fun

As the daffodils and tulips emerge this spring, the lure of the outdoors in Ottawa becomes simply irresistible! Let’s chat if you haven’t yet considered dedicating extra time to the outdoors this year. Discover how incorporating the latest outdoor entertainment solutions could completely revamp your backyard, elevating its enjoyment factor. Keep reading to explore various ways to fully embrace the beauty of springtime. 

Check out our top insights on the brand Control4 for your home!

Throughout Ottawa, homeowners are turning to advanced technologies from home automation installers to enhance their living spaces. Home automation is a sought-after solution that promises convenience, efficiency, and luxury.

Control4, a leading smart home automation technology brand, is at the forefront of this trend. As Ottawa's premier home automation installer, Lucent Controls has firsthand experience unlocking the power of Control4 and turning your house into your dream home.