LANDSCAPE LIGHTING

Landscape lighting can enhance a landscape with dramatic lighting techniques which contrast light and shadow, or be more subtle with wide washes of outdoor illumination.
   
In addition to the aesthetics of landscaping lighting, well placed lighting fixtures improve visibility for home security and safety. 
   
Various styles and forms of landscape lighting include uplighting, accent lighting, silhouette lighting, directional lighting, path lighting, and security lighting. 
 
Outdoor lighting options include both low voltage lighting and 120-volt landscape lighting systems.
   

LIGHTING TECHNIQUES

Shadow Lighting - Place the lighting fixture so it shines on an object or tree, creating a shadow on a wall.
  
Uplighting - Use a spotlight to illuminate an attractive tree or plant in your landscape.
  
Accent Lighting - Highlight an architectural detail, statue or garden sculpture. 
  
Silhouette Lighting - Light the wall behind an unusually shaped tree to create a silhouette effect. 
  
Downlighting or Moonlighting - A spotlight hidden high in a tree creates an interesting moonlight effect. 
  
Path Lighting - Light the way to your front door for guest's safety and convenience. 
  
Area Lighting - Show off large areas of flowers and ornamental plantings.
  
Security Lighting - Well-lit outdoor areas can discourage burglars. Consider using photocells or motion detectors to activate these lights. 
  
Stair Lighting - Add embedded or external stair fixtures to reduce the hazard of dark steps. 
  
Wall Lighting - Illuminate an interesting wall... coarse textured walls can be 'grazed' with light. 
   
Column Lighting - Narrow spotlights can be used to define columns or pillars, creating an interesting effect.
   

• edging
• fences
• garden art
• patios
• ponds
• pools
• walls
• waterfalls