Do you want to take your outdoor entertaining to the next level? In this case, your outdoor lighting may need to be refreshed and updated. You can extend your entertainment well into the evening hours with the right outdoor lighting. Whether task lighting, mood lighting, or anything in between, outdoor fixtures can provide the right amount (and type) of light.
You can incorporate the best lighting into your existing outdoor space by considering a few creative ideas. It is always best to consult a professional, such as our experts at Lights Over Atlanta, to optimize your exterior lighting.
String Lights
It has become increasingly popular to use string lights outdoors in recent years. They are incredibly versatile and can be hung almost anywhere. In most cases, you will see them suspended from a patio/deck or placed around an outdoor gathering area (such as a fire pit). Additionally, they are often strung across plants to create a whimsical feel that keeps guests from stepping on greenery accidentally.
String lights have many advantages, beginning with their ease of installation and removal. It makes them a great choice for hanging out during special events, though they can be left up for months if they are of high quality.
For added convenience, string lights can also be controlled with a simple switch or timer. Additionally, depending on the brightness, they can create a cozy/romantic atmosphere or an exciting one. If you're looking to add more visual interest, this type of lighting is even available in a wide variety of colors.
Path Lighting
Are you looking for a lighting option that provides both ambiance and security? The use of path lighting is a wise decision. You and your guests can avoid tripping hazards by installing this type of lighting along a walkway or other exterior pathway. Around stairs or other elevation changes, path lighting is frequently used.
Path lighting can also assist your visitors in moving safely from one area to another if you have various outdoor entertainment areas (such as a patio and a separate fire pit area). However, since solar-powered lights don't store enough energy to be useful, we advise against relying completely on them.
Kitchen Lighting
You'll need dependable task lighting around your grill or another cooking area if you're cooking outside in an outdoor kitchen or eating area, especially in the evening when it gets darker earlier. To ensure complete and proper cooking, the right illumination can also help you view your food more clearly.
Of course, effective kitchen lighting may help your visitors see the food clearly and feel more at ease when it's time to serve it. If you have a location for an outside bar, you should also have nice mood lighting there. Just be careful that, if you have an outdoor television, the illumination doesn't shine so brightly that it drowns out the screen.
Decorative Fixtures
Even with the proper task and mood lighting, it's always a good idea to include a few decorative lamps to highlight significant garden elements. This may include monuments, aquatic features, and unique vegetation. In addition to showcasing your yard's "pride and joy," decorative lighting fixtures can help your guests focus on something distinctive while they are there. Your outdoor living space also gains an additional level of refinement and personality thanks to these fixtures.
Common examples of ornamental fittings include the following:
well-lighting
spotlighting
moonlighting
underwater lighting
Keep Lights From Being Too Bright
Do not use excessively powerful or bright lighting to dominate the natural beauty of your living space, regardless of the sort of lighting fixtures you use. Instead, concentrate on achieving the ideal ratio of light to dark in order to create a relaxing environment that you and your loved ones may appreciate.