As the sun sets and darkness falls each evening, the personality of your outdoor space dramatically shifts. However, with a well-designed landscape lighting plan, you can transform your property from drab to dramatic after dusk.
Here are four tips to make your landscape light up and shine once the sun goes down.
- Decide Which Elements You Want to Highlight. One of the first steps in developing an impactful landscape lighting design is deciding which elements you want to highlight. Do you want to showcase your pool, illuminate your lush lawn, or light up a winding walkway or driveway? Determining where your lighting priorities lie will inform the fixtures and placement you choose.
- Choose a Suitable Lighting Technique. Next, explore lighting techniques to bring your vision to life. Uplights at the trees’ base shine upward through branches to create a magical, shadowy effect. Conversely, downlights highlight architectural details with a grazing illumination that mimics the moon’s silvery glow. And don’t forget to factor in your safety by lighting up various walkways and steps.
- Develop a Layout. Once you’ve determined your lighting goals and techniques, it’s essential to sketch out a landscape lighting plan. Calculate where fixtures should go, how many you need, and their spacing relative to one another for optimal coverage. Also, consider cable routes and power supplies to keep the wiring neat and functional.
- Work with a Professional. Finally, consider working with our landscape lighting professionals to bring your vision to fruition. As professionals, we know the latest options when choosing fixtures, bulbs, and lighting controls. We can advise you on the best designs to optimize ambiance and function. Furthermore, we can manage all the landscape lighting installation details, allowing you to relax and enjoy your vibrant, luminous landscape when the sun goes down.