{"id":156,"date":"2026-08-19T17:33:13","date_gmt":"2026-08-19T17:33:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/barklygroup.com\/?page_id=156"},"modified":"2026-09-09T20:14:45","modified_gmt":"2026-09-09T20:14:45","slug":"rako","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/barklygroup.com\/index.php\/rako\/","title":{"rendered":"Rako"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>.bkg-product{color:#17312b}.bkg-hero{min-height:68vh;display:flex;align-items:flex-end;padding:7vw;background:linear-gradient(90deg,rgba(9,28,23,.84),rgba(9,28,23,.12)),url('https:\/\/barklygroup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/smart-lighting.png') center\/cover;color:#fff}.bkg-wrap{max-width:1180px;margin:auto;padding:90px 28px}.bkg-eyebrow{text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.19em;font-size:12px}.bkg-product h1,.bkg-product h2,.bkg-product h3{font-family:Georgia,serif;font-weight:400;line-height:1.08}.bkg-product h1{font-size:clamp(48px,7vw,92px);max-width:950px;margin:12px 0 22px}.bkg-product h2{font-size:clamp(36px,5vw,62px);margin:12px 0 24px}.bkg-product h3{font-size:27px;margin:10px 0}.bkg-lead{font-size:20px;max-width:780px}.bkg-two{display:grid;grid-template-columns:1.05fr .95fr;gap:70px;align-items:center}.bkg-product-shot{width:100%;max-height:580px;object-fit:contain;background:#f2eee7}.bkg-caption{font-size:12px;color:#65716d;margin-top:8px}.bkg-caption a{color:inherit}.bkg-list{display:grid;grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr;gap:12px;padding:0;list-style:none}.bkg-list li{background:#f2eee7;padding:18px 20px}.bkg-band{background:#17312b;color:white}.bkg-cards{display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(3,1fr);gap:18px;margin-top:38px}.bkg-card{background:#f2eee7;padding:28px}.bkg-uses{display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(4,1fr);gap:12px;list-style:none;padding:0}.bkg-uses li{border-top:1px solid #9caaa4;padding:20px 6px}.bkg-steps{display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(4,1fr);gap:20px;margin-top:38px}.bkg-step span{display:block;font-size:12px;letter-spacing:.16em;margin-bottom:12px;color:#9fb3aa}.bkg-cta{text-align:center;max-width:850px}.bkg-btn{display:inline-block;margin-top:18px;padding:14px 24px;background:#17312b;color:#fff!important;text-decoration:none;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.12em;font-size:12px}@media(max-width:760px){.bkg-two,.bkg-cards,.bkg-uses,.bkg-steps{grid-template-columns:1fr}.bkg-hero{padding:44px 24px;min-height:60vh}.bkg-wrap{padding:62px 22px}.bkg-list{grid-template-columns:1fr}}.bkg-gallery{display:grid;grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr;gap:22px}.bkg-gallery figure{margin:0}.bkg-gallery img{width:100%;height:480px;object-fit:contain;background:#f2eee7}.bkg-gallery figcaption{font-size:13px;color:#756f66;margin-top:8px}@media(max-width:760px){.bkg-gallery{grid-template-columns:1fr}.bkg-gallery img{height:330px}}.bkg-official-image{display:block;border-radius:inherit}.bkg-official-image img{transition:transform .25s ease}.bkg-official-image:hover img{transform:scale(1.015)}.bkg-official-btn{margin-left:10px;background:transparent!important;color:#17312b!important;border:1px solid #17312b!important}@media(max-width:700px){.bkg-official-btn{margin:12px 0 0;display:table}}<\/style><div class=\"bkg-product\"><section class=\"bkg-wrap\"><div class=\"bkg-two\"><div><div class=\"bkg-eyebrow\">System overview<\/div><h2>The right atmosphere at one touch<\/h2><p>Rako can simplify complex lighting schemes into clear scenes for daily life, entertaining, relaxation and night-time use. Its wired and wireless options make it suitable for both new projects and considered upgrades.<\/p><p>We assess the property, lighting loads and control points before specifying the system. Programming and scene-setting are refined at the end of the project for a natural user experience.<\/p><\/div><figure><a class=\"bkg-official-image\" href=\"https:\/\/rakocontrols.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Visit the official Rako website\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"bkg-product-shot\" src=\"https:\/\/barklygroup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/rako-product.webp\" alt=\"Rako product range\"><\/a><figcaption class=\"bkg-caption\">Product imagery courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/rakocontrols.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Rako<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><\/section><section class=\"bkg-band\"><div class=\"bkg-wrap\"><div class=\"bkg-eyebrow\">System capabilities<\/div><h2>What a Rako system can deliver.<\/h2><ul class=\"bkg-list\"><li>Wired and wireless lighting control<\/li><li>Dimming and switching across multiple circuits<\/li><li>Custom scenes, schedules and keypad control<\/li><li>App-based room and whole-property control<\/li><li>Curtain and blind integration<\/li><li>Connection with compatible smart-home systems<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/section><section class=\"bkg-wrap\"><div class=\"bkg-eyebrow\">Why it stands out<\/div><h2>Designed for performance and everyday simplicity.<\/h2><div class=\"bkg-cards\"><article class=\"bkg-card\"><h3>Wired or wireless<\/h3><p>Rako provides options for new construction as well as projects where new control cabling is limited.<\/p><\/article><article class=\"bkg-card\"><h3>Simple scenes<\/h3><p>Multiple lighting circuits can be balanced and recalled from a clear keypad or app.<\/p><\/article><article class=\"bkg-card\"><h3>Expandable design<\/h3><p>Systems can grow from core rooms to a wider property as requirements develop.<\/p><\/article><\/div><\/section><section style=\"background:#f2eee7\"><div class=\"bkg-wrap\"><div class=\"bkg-eyebrow\">Where it works well<\/div><h2>Solutions shaped around the property.<\/h2><ul class=\"bkg-uses\"><li>Residential renovations<\/li><li>New-build homes<\/li><li>Restaurants and boutique hospitality<\/li><li>Lighting and blind-control upgrades<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/section><section class=\"bkg-wrap\"><div class=\"bkg-eyebrow\">Explore the product range<\/div><h2>Technology designed for real spaces.<\/h2><div class=\"bkg-gallery\"><figure><a class=\"bkg-official-image\" href=\"https:\/\/rakocontrols.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Visit the official Rako website\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/rakocontrols.com\/media\/3856\/21340-carousel-imagery-refresh_app-interface.jpg?crop=0.10143888888888888,0,0.097727777777777775,0&#038;cropmode=percentage&#038;width=1280&#038;height=800&#038;rnd=134007863280000000&#038;format=webp&#038;quality=80\" alt=\"Rako product range image\"><\/a><figcaption>Official Rako product imagery.<\/figcaption><\/figure><figure><a class=\"bkg-official-image\" href=\"https:\/\/rakocontrols.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Visit the official Rako website\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/rakocontrols.com\/media\/3854\/21340-carousel-imagery-refresh_keypad-images_with-rako-edit.jpg?center=0.5,0.50390625&#038;mode=crop&#038;width=480&#038;height=710&#038;rnd=134007859550000000&#038;format=webp&#038;quality=80\" alt=\"Rako product range image\"><\/a><figcaption>Official Rako product imagery.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><\/section><section class=\"bkg-band\"><div class=\"bkg-wrap\"><div class=\"bkg-eyebrow\">The Barkly approach<\/div><h2>From early design to confident handover.<\/h2><div class=\"bkg-steps\"><div class=\"bkg-step\"><span>01 \/ DISCOVER<\/span><h3>Understand<\/h3><p>We establish the rooms, routines, priorities and wider project requirements.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"bkg-step\"><span>02 \/ DESIGN<\/span><h3>Specify<\/h3><p>Equipment, infrastructure and interfaces are selected as one coordinated system.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"bkg-step\"><span>03 \/ DELIVER<\/span><h3>Install<\/h3><p>Cabling, equipment and controls are installed neatly and documented carefully.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"bkg-step\"><span>04 \/ REFINE<\/span><h3>Commission<\/h3><p>Programming, testing and user training turn the design into an intuitive experience.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"bkg-wrap bkg-cta\"><div class=\"bkg-eyebrow\">Start a conversation<\/div><h2>Discuss Rako lighting control<\/h2><p>Product selection and final functionality are confirmed during design and may vary by system, model and project requirements.<\/p><a class=\"bkg-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/barklygroup.com\/index.php\/contact\/\">Discuss your project<\/a><a class=\"bkg-btn bkg-official-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/rakocontrols.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Visit official Rako website \u2197<\/a><\/section><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>System overview The right atmosphere at one touch Rako can 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