Outdoor lighting done well can turn dark, unusable areas into inviting vistas for after-hours activities. But as an article from This Old House reminds us, lighting is also crucial for safety. Walkways should be illuminated not only so that guests feel comfortable but so that personnel can find your driveway in the event of emergencies. Outdoor lighting... [Read more...]

The American Lighting Association reminds us in the Bright Ideas newsletter that, "Creating a beautiful landscape does not have to be expensive. A few well-placed low-voltage path or accent lights can have a huge impact." Whether you are working with a sweeping landscape or a modest yard, here are some of the tips that ALA suggest for achieving a lot with a little... [Read more...]

Not sure where to start when trying to install or update landscape lighting? A great way to start is simply by walking out into your yard or property at night and determining the specific areas that would benefit from being highlighted. Remember that you are night trying to light the entire exterior; this would result in an unpleasant "ballpark effect," as... [Read more...]