Educational series all about outdoor lighting!
Most people don’t think much about outdoor lighting until it’s done right. In Florida, where the outdoor season never really ends, a thoughtful lighting system matters more than most people realize. Whether it’s a cool January evening on the patio or a warm summer night by the pool, the right
If you’ve ever noticed that the night sky looks brighter than it used to, or that you can barely make out the stars from your backyard, you’re not imagining it. Light pollution has quietly become one of the most widespread environmental issues in the country. More than 80% of Americans
Coastal environments present challenges that aren’t always obvious at first. Where other climates contend with cold and ice, the primary concerns here are heat, humidity, and salt air, and of these, the Florida sun is often the most damaging factor when it comes to outdoor lighting fixtures. Many fixtures available
In warm-climate areas like Florida’s Treasure Coast, outdoor spaces aren’t something you use once in a while, they’re part of everyday life. Much of the year, evenings are the most comfortable time to be outside, whether that means sitting on the porch or spending time on the patio in the
In theatrical lighting, there is a technique known as isolation. The same approach is used in landscape lighting to highlight trees and objects with focused beams, often referred to as uplights or accent lights.
To make a special event, such as a corporate holiday party memorable, lighting designers often use gobos, which are custom patterns inserted into fixtures to add texture and visual interest to entertainment areas.
In landscape lighting, this same idea occurs naturally. Tree fronds, branches, and leaves act as organic gobos, casting layered textures across the ground and surrounding surfaces.
Outdoor Lighting Defined By Artistry & Intention