LIGHTWORKS

LIGHTWORKS LIGHTWORKS is an electrical contracting and integration firm that specializes in the incorporation of light, sound and home technology.

LIGHTWORKS is an electrical contracting and integration firm that specializes in the incorporation of light, sound and home technology for your personal environments. As a Design/Build Company we have been serving the San Diego community since 1991. At LIGHTWORKS we strive to offer you the convenience of a single source solution for your light, sound, electrical, shading and home technology needs.

In this Contemporary San Diego Residence, the listening lounge became one of the home's most enjoyed spaces.Designed aro...
06/18/2026

In this Contemporary San Diego Residence, the listening lounge became one of the home's most enjoyed spaces.

Designed around a Focal America Utopia 1000 system, the room was created to deliver exceptional clarity and depth while remaining thoughtfully integrated into the overall design of the home.

Together with the media room, it provides a place to unwind, entertain, and enjoy music in a more intentional way.

Projects like this require coordination across multiple disciplines and phases, resulting in a seamless living environment that homeowners can enjoy for years to come.

Explore more of this project here: https://www.sdlightworks.com/projects/contemporary-san-diego-residence

This weekend marks World Productivity Day.While productivity is often associated with tools and routines, the environmen...
06/17/2026

This weekend marks World Productivity Day.

While productivity is often associated with tools and routines, the environment plays an important role too.

Natural light, thoughtful lighting design, automated shading, and intuitive technology can all contribute to spaces that feel more comfortable, focused, and enjoyable to work in.

At LIGHTWORKS, we believe great design supports the way people live and work every day.

The impact of outdoor lighting goes far beyond visibility.Our lighting design team carefully considers how a space will ...
06/10/2026

The impact of outdoor lighting goes far beyond visibility.

Our lighting design team carefully considers how a space will be experienced after sunset, highlighting architecture, enhancing the landscape, and creating inviting outdoor environments for gathering and relaxation.

When thoughtfully integrated, outdoor lighting helps connect the entire property and extend the enjoyment of the home long after the sun goes down.

Learn more about our approach to residential lighting design: sdlightworks.com/residential-solutions/lighting-design

📸: Coastal Source

06/05/2026

Same space. Different experience.

From day to night, light changes the way a room feels.

It creates atmosphere, adds warmth, and helps transform a space from bright and functional to comfortable and inviting.

This is the impact of light.

As summer approaches in Southern California, outdoor spaces naturally become a bigger part of everyday living.Inspired b...
06/03/2026

As summer approaches in Southern California, outdoor spaces naturally become a bigger part of everyday living.

Inspired by a recent article from Trilling Landscape Design, we're seeing a continued shift toward outdoor environments designed for gathering, entertaining, relaxing, and spending time outdoors long after the sun goes down.

Thoughtful lighting, audio, shading, and control systems all play a role in creating spaces that feel comfortable, functional, and easy to enjoy.

At LIGHTWORKS, we work with homeowners, builders, architects, and designers to bring these elements together through one coordinated approach.

Inspired by the article from Trilling Landscape Design:
5 Luxury Landscape Design Trends Defining 2026

Read the full article here: https://www.trillinglandscape.com/journal/2025/11/10/5-luxury-landscape-design-trends-defining-2026?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQPOTM2NjE5NzQzMzkyNDU5AAGnAVJFwCsbB-fbEM_f3Gr9SK1XMUMAMnpqIzVsS_bmD2bFjwvA0ToC9-B4sg8_aem_hiOpHGe8n0kU2vWp45c-0Q&utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio

This year marks 25 years of LIGHTWORKS.When CEO Troy Dunnington and Principal Todd Walling met at a San Diego design cen...
05/29/2026

This year marks 25 years of LIGHTWORKS.

When CEO Troy Dunnington and Principal Todd Walling met at a San Diego design center in 1999, they quickly found a shared passion for lighting, construction, and design while collaborating on residential homes.

At the time, projects often involved multiple independent subcontractors handling electrical, AV, lighting control, security, telephone and data, landscape lighting, and the early days of motorized shading. Most worked separately, with little coordination between teams, creating a fragmented experience for both clients and trade partners.

Troy and Todd believed there was a better way.

That idea led to the founding of LIGHTWORKS in 2001 and the opening of the company’s first showroom in Sorrento Mesa just two years later. Today, our Miramar showroom continues to serve as a place where clients, builders, architects, designers, and industry partners can experience technology firsthand and explore ideas together.

As we reflect on the past 25 years, we are incredibly grateful for the relationships, partnerships, and trust that have shaped the journey along the way.

Read the full 25-year story here: [will insert link once blog is live]

A luxury home should not force you to change your habits. It should adapt perfectly to how you live. 🥂🔒True architectura...
05/27/2026

A luxury home should not force you to change your habits. It should adapt perfectly to how you live. 🥂🔒

True architectural automation centers entirely around experience. Your living spaces should give you the power to completely personalize every moment on autopilot. This includes hosting dynamic festive celebrations, enjoying immersive entertainment, or maintaining enhanced privacy and proactive security.

At LIGHTWORKS, we design intelligent environments that work quietly in the background. We seamlessly coordinate your automated lighting, hidden audio, climate control, and state-of-the-art energy management into a single intuitive interface.

🛠️ Ready to experience a fully personalized living environment engineered by high-end home automation installers?

Tap the link in our bio to book a comprehensive design consultation with the LIGHTWORKS custom smart home automation systems team here in San Diego, California.

📸: Savant Home

This Memorial Day, we pause to remember and honor those who served and sacrificed for our country.Wishing everyone a mea...
05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we pause to remember and honor those who served and sacrificed for our country.

Wishing everyone a meaningful and peaceful Memorial Day.

From the LIGHTWORKS team.

05/22/2026

basalte'sAdelante brings together door access, communication, and design in one refined interface. Combining a door phone, keypad, camera, and access control into a single architectural element, it is designed to feel clean, intuitive, and visually integrated from the start.

Thoughtful materials, minimal detailing, and a refined finish allow Adelante to sit naturally within the entrance of the home while supporting everyday convenience and security.

Experience Adelante in person at the LIGHTWORKS showroom. Book a visit today: https://www.sdlightworks.com/our-showroom

We’re grateful to be included in the 2026 CE Pro 100, ranked  #33 this year.Thank you to CE Pro for the recognition, and...
05/20/2026

We’re grateful to be included in the 2026 CE Pro 100, ranked #33 this year.

Thank you to CE Pro for the recognition, and congratulations to everyone recognized on this year’s list. It is a privilege to be alongside so many respected companies in the industry.

This recognition reflects the work of our incredible team and the continued support of our clients, builders, designers, architects, and partners. We truly appreciate every project and relationship that has been part of our growth over the years.

Looking forward to what’s ahead.

Read the full CE Pro 100 list here:
https://www.cepro.com/news/introducing-the-2026-ce-pro-100/626879/

Address

9880 Via Pasar Ste A
San Diego, CA
92126

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 4pm
Tuesday 7am - 4pm
Wednesday 7am - 4pm
Thursday 7am - 4pm
Friday 7am - 4pm

Telephone

+18584579100

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