How to Create a Dazzling Landscape with Outdoor Lighting Design

As the artist and writer Aaron Rose said, “In the right light, at the right time, everything is extraordinary.”

Nothing is truer when it comes to outdoor lighting design. 

In the right light, your outdoor areas take on a whole new dimension. Textures and colors stand out in contrast after the evening falls. Your favorite landscape and architectural features reveal a different type of beauty, while shadows interplay with light, creating a sense of magic and mystery. 

This same lighting increases the safety and the value of your home in Portland, OR.

Are you ready to transform your outdoor spaces after dark? Let’s see how it’s done.

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Creating an Oasis with Light

When integrating something new, people tend to overdo it. If a little light looks great, a lot of light will look even better. Such is not the case with landscape lighting, where excessive illumination creates a washed-out look. 

Instead, the key to an intriguing outdoor environment after dark is subtle lighting that resembles natural light. Strategically placed tree lights filter through branches and leaves, looking like moonlight. Underwater LED lights create a luminous glow. 

Enhancing Safety

Stair and walkway lights have evolved into an integral part of outdoor lighting design. The essential aspect of safety is ensuring that there are no shadows while clearly illuminating the edge of the steps. 

Today’s LED strip lights create a soft glow that encompasses the entire stair and can change colors to suit the outdoor activity. Step and nose LED lights cast a downlight that creates clear visibility and a soft, warm glow.

Pathway lights come in numerous styles. From sleek and contemporary to rustic charm, they complement your home’s design perfectly while lighting the way for guests and family. 

Increasing Your Home’s Value

Drive through your neighborhood at night, and you can immediately tell which homes made their outdoor lighting a priority. Softly illuminating trees, water features, architectural elements, entryways, and pathways enhances curb appeal and increases your home’s value. 

Managing Your Outdoor Lighting System

Smart lighting enables you to manage your new system effortlessly and adjust the ambiance for various outdoor activities. Press ‘Alfresco Dining’ to set the stage for hosting an outdoor dinner. Tap ‘Outdoor Entertainment’ to create a party-like atmosphere. These controls adjust the color and intensity while illuminating specific fixtures. 

For additional security, you can integrate lights with motion sensors. When someone heads outside in the evening, specific lights illuminate. When walking down a pathway, lights turn on to show you the way. If a suspicious individual is detected, your outdoor lights flash. You can also manage the system remotely and enhance safety by turning on the security lights when you’re arriving home later than expected. 

The advancements in outdoor lighting offer tremendous benefits, far exceeding those of their predecessors. At Eighteen Group, we transform outdoor spaces through the power of light, entertainment, and automation. To learn more about the possibilities in today’s outdoor lighting design or to schedule a complimentary consultation, contact Eighteen Group today.