Replacing a Legacy Lighting Control System with Rako Controls Ltd.
Our latest project, a Rako Lighting installation, came from a customer with a very clear brief. Our client approached us with an increasingly unreliable lighting control system that had become a daily frustration. The legacy setup was showing clear signs of failure:
Without technical support or replacement parts, repairs were no longer a viable long-term option. The system required a complete upgrade to restore reliability and usability.
After a full site assessment, we recommended a complete removal of the existing infrastructure and replacement with a modern, fully supported lighting control platform.
The chosen solution was Rako Controls Ltd — a robust and flexible system capable of operating across both wired and wireless configurations. This allowed us to design an installation tailored to the property while ensuring scalability for the future.
Our upgrade strategy focused on three priorities:
1. Restore full reliability
2. Simplify day-to-day usability
3. Future-proof the system for expansion
We carefully decommissioned and removed the outdated equipment, ensuring minimal disruption while preparing the property for the new installation.
Modern Rako control modules were installed, along with sleek, responsive keypads that enhanced both functionality and aesthetics.
Each room was programmed with tailored lighting scenes to match how the space is used — from bright task lighting to softer evening ambience and entertaining modes.
The system was configured to allow full control via smartphone and tablet, providing convenient access from anywhere in the home.
The new platform was designed with growth in mind, making it easy to integrate additional rooms or other smart home technologies in the future.
The transformation was immediate and significant.
The client moved from a failing, unsupported system to a stable, intuitive, and fully supported lighting control solution. The home now benefits from:
This project highlights the importance of upgrading unsupported and unstable technology before it becomes a larger issue. By transitioning to a modern lighting control platform, the client now has peace of mind, improved functionality, and a system built to last.
If your lighting system is showing signs of age or instability, a strategic upgrade can restore performance while preparing your property for the future. If you’re looking to upgarde your current system, thinking about a new smart lighting control system or are interested in speaking to someone about a Rako Lighting installation, contact our friendly team to discuss your requirements.
