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Creating Curb Appeal: 10 Front Yard Hardscape Ideas
Your house doesn’t only need to look good inside, but outside as well. To do that, like many other homeowners, you may need to upgrade
We all know that lighting can have a powerful effect on our emotions, right? Think about set lighting in movies, at concerts, and at popular entertainment venues. These all set mood and impact how we feel. Likewise, you may have given careful thought to the lighting design inside your home, especially in certain areas. But what about your outside lighting design? We want to encourage you to give the lighting for your outside living space just as much consideration—especially if you plan to spend a lot of time outdoors. In this post, we’ll offer some expert tips on how to design landscape lighting to beautify your property. Read on! How to Design Landscape LightingHere’s how to make your home look amazing after the sun goes down. Add some lighting for a beautiful nighttime display by following these important suggestions. 1. Start With a PlanWe say this a lot, but it’s unfortunate how often DIYers or first-time homeowners make costly mistakes due to lack of basic planning. With this topic, it’s important to pair lighting with function, so think about how you’ll use each outdoor space.
Knowing how you’ll use each space will help you plan lighting logistics like switches, outlets, and low-voltage power lines. 2. Know Your Landscape Lighting Effects
Walkways are common areas for downlighting, while uplighting is attractive around bushes or shrubs, as well as on garden walls. Your local landscape designer can provide guidance about which types of lighting best suit your property. 3. Add Lights in LayersKeep in mind that you don’t have to have every outdoor light on at all times. Plan your lighting for two different scenarios: when you’re inside looking out, and when you’re enjoying your outdoor space. Make sure any fixtures you add don’t create glare or (even worse) shine directly into your home. 4. Remember to Use White Light
Instead, choose white lights that have a cooler blue color temperature for your greenery lighting. The whiter your lights, the healthier your plants will look. 5. Don’t Overdo ItLike many design elements, less is more when it comes to landscape lighting design. If you try to highlight too many features, nothing will stand out. Space out your walkway downlights at least 2 feet apart—any more will be overkill. Another tip is to pick one type of lighting fixture for downlighting and accent lighting. Mixing fixtures poorly can draw attention to the lights themselves, rather than to your beautiful landscape design. Need Help With Your Landscape Lighting Design?Now that you have some good tips on how to design landscape lighting, what’s next? Use the ideas outlined above to create a beautiful nighttime atmosphere around your property. Are you lucky enough to have a home at Lake of the Ozarks? Are you ready to transform your landscape design with attractive lighting? Get in touch with us today and let’s discuss your project.
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