Founded in 1961 by Joel Spira and his wife Ruth in Coopersburg, Pennsylvania, Lutron Electronics began after Joel developed and patented the first solid-state dimmer designed to fit standard wall boxes—an innovation that gave rise to the modern lighting control industry.

What started as a small, invention-driven project grew into a global leader known for pioneering lighting solutions and advancing energy efficiency. Today, Lutron offers over 15,000 products sold in more than 100 countries, including dimmers, switches, sensors, motorized shades, and advanced lighting systems for both residential and commercial spaces. The company’s name reflects its ethos—“Lighting To Live By”—with an emphasis on elegance, human-centric design, and engineering excellence.

Sustainability is central to Lutron’s mission. Its installed systems are estimated to save around 10 billion kilowatt-hours of electricity annually in the United States, equivalent to roughly one billion dollars in utility costs.

Lutron continues to lead in lighting control innovation, blending smart technology with design to enhance how people experience light in their environments. From homes and offices to hospitality and large-scale architectural projects, the company’s solutions aim to create comfort, beauty, and energy efficiency in spaces around the world.