The Dinalight lighting dimmer facilitates variable control of the lighting intensity of luminaries. Beyond the finger-touch operation, it contains an infrared receiver and innovates the use of a standard (e.g. television set) remote control unit to operate. Dinalight can either stand on the desk connected to a table or floor lamp or even replace any wall-mounted switch. One or more luminaries can be connected to the dimmer and controlled simultaneously. It is designed with an elegant, user-friendly interface. The casing has tactile qualities and projects an image of convenience and functionality.