Importance of Cost-effective Low-voltage Landscape Lighting Ideas

It’s cold outside, and all you want to do is curl up under a comfy blanket with a cup of tea. It’s tough to think about, but now is the perfect time to start thinking about and planning new additions or changes to your landscaping, so when the ground warms up, you’re ready to go.

First things first: you’ll want a design that’s beautiful but it also needs to function for you and your family. In most cases, form will truly follow function, particularly in the area of landscape lighting fixtures. Lighting is vital to the look and usability of your outdoor spaces and it’s usually beneficial to get help from an expert.

What look do you favor in residential lighting design? Is your home full of classic architectural features? Or is it more contemporary in appearance? Outdoor rooms should echo their hub, which is in most cases the house. Classic architecture affords the most flexibility as far as landscape designs, because it can accommodate contemporary accents. It can also accommodate very classic looks, like soft lighting that simulates moonlight or other natural light sources.

In short, classic architecture can be treated like the little black dress of architecture! Contemporary architecture, on the other hand, calls for bold choices in landscape lighting. Whether you go with LED lights capable of producing any color in the spectrum, or high-contrast spotlighting to feature your home’s interesting architectural features, bold and eye-catching are the ways to go for a contemporary look.

Now think about the safety of you and yours. Are entrances well lit? Are they welcoming? Motion sensor lights, or fixtures that turn on and off automatically with sunset and sunrise, can be cost-effective choices plus they can help make your home less inviting to intruders, by eliminating shadows.

All paths and driveways should be well lit, particularly if there is any unevenness to contend with. You can use low voltage landscape lighting mounted to posts, or pavers that are completely embedded into the walkway, and know that you are increasing your outdoor space’s aesthetic value and its safety at the same time.

If you have any raised features like porches or decks, it’s crucial that you light them. You don’t want anyone traipsing up or down steps in the dark! These outdoor rooms become functional gathering spaces with the right lighting. You can create any atmosphere you desire, from highly romantic and soft to exciting and vibrant. Last but not least, make sure all play areas are well lit. Kids want safe, fun areas that draw them in and allow them to have fun long after dusk!