Adding lighting to your landscape not only enhances its visual appeal but also improves safety and functionality, allowing you to enjoy outdoor spaces during the evening. Here are some tips and ideas for incorporating lighting into your landscape:
1. Pathway Lighting: Install low-voltage path lights along walkways, driveways, and garden paths to improve visibility and create a welcoming atmosphere.
2. Accent Lighting: Use uplights or spotlights to highlight architectural features, trees, or focal points in your landscape.
Experiment with different angles and intensities to create dramatic effects.
3. Deck and Patio Lighting: Incorporate recessed lighting into decks or patios to provide ambient lighting for outdoor dining and entertaining. String lights or LED strips can add a festive and cozy atmosphere.
4. Moonlighting: Mount lights high in trees to mimic the effect of moonlight filtering through branches. This creates a soft and natural illumination.
5. Outdoor Wall Sconces: Install wall-mounted fixtures on exterior walls to provide both safety and decorative lighting.
Choose fixtures that complement the architectural style of your home.
6. Smart Lighting Systems: Consider using smart lighting systems that allow you to control the intensity, color, and timing of your outdoor lights through a mobile app or voice commands.
We can design and install all your landscape lighting needs. Our experienced staff has received training on all the top industry brands: Kichler, FX, WAC & Lumien. Contact Springview today to set up a site visit.
