When it comes to lighting up an outdoor living area, great lighting is imperative. It not only makes the space beautiful in the evening hours, but it makes it functional, too.
Use built-in lighting
One technique we like to use around hardscaped areas is built-in lighting. Lights can be built right into steps, retaining walls, and more. You can even build lighting right into the patio itself.
We also like to incorporate niche lighting around specific features of the outdoor living area that the client wants to highlight.
Light up the landscape
Often, the areas around the patio contribute to the patio's appeal. we like to light up the landscaping around a patio so that plants can be enjoyed in the evening hours. Lighting up trees and shrubs also gives them a dramatic look and they can take on a whole new aesthetic appeal after dark.
Uplighting can be used to showcase a tree's beauty. With uplighting, the light fixture is mounted on the ground and the light is directed upward. This can make branches or the canopy of the tree take on a whole new look.
Take advantage of downlighting
One of our favorite lighting techniques is downlighting. With downlighting, the lights are mounted above the space (usually in a tree), and the light shines down. This can be a really great approach to light up a patio area in a subtle and appealing way. It is so much less abrasive than having a spotlight shining on your guests.
We also like to use downlighting to light up a pathway and make sure people can see where they're going.
Add lighting control
Adding lighting controls can also take a patio space to a whole new level. Clients love the idea that they can customize their lighting settings for any gathering. Using pre-set lighting arrangements, the perfect ambiance can be created at the push of a button.
People love the idea of controlling their lighting from their phone, Pre-set lighting, brightness, and other specifications can be customised exactly as the homeowner wants.
