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" For first-timers, consider Lutron&amp;#039;s Credenza three-way lamp dimmer ($10 to $20)\u2014it simply plugs into the lamp and then into the outlet, much like an extension cord. It saves energy; say you dim the lights by 25 percent, then you save about 25 percent on your energy bill and the bulb lasts four times longer. Plus you&amp;#039;ll stop constantly pawing the switch underneath the shade (especially helpful for delicate, pricey pieces). Lutron also offers a great selection of dimmers that can be easily installed in your wall in place of existing light switches. Affordable and easy to use, the new Qoto dimmers ($10 to $20) can be controlled from one or two locations and can blend into any decor when combined with Fassada fashion wallplates, which feature a &amp;quot;no visible screws&amp;quot; design. If you&amp;#039;re ready to dim with abandon, try one of Lutron&amp;#039;s whole-house automated systems\u2014RadioRA (starts at $1,800) and the more-extensive HomeWorks (starts at $5,000), which let you personalize and control all the lighting systems in your home with the push of one button. For info: 800-523-9466; lutron.com.       Check out the complete story in the October 2003 issue of Home Magazine      Click here for more Design and Decorating ideas     "^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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