Circuit layouts are only wasteful in some circumstances. For the majority of new homes they are just fine, with room switches controlling exactly what one would

Circuit layouts are only wasteful in some circumstances. For the majority of new homes they are just fine, with room switches controlling exactly what one would expect. Must greater finesse over lighting can come from using proper lights, can lights you can aim can make a room completely different from simple ceiling lamps, ditto for table lamps. Plus you can do wonders using in house wiring for having various items talk to each other. Wireless seems overkill to individual items.