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Lush greens, decorative stones, and herbal gardens—elements like these make up some of the best landscape designs. But what good is the finest gardens without light to set the mood and enhance and electrify their beauty?
Low voltage lighting adds an element of grace and sophistication to your landscape by brightening walkways, bushes, and porches, and adding a distinct mood and feel to every inch of your home. Whether you are entertaining for a group or simply enjoying a warm beverage alone, the mood of your space is important to create the effect you desire. Landscape lighting is designed to help you create that mood no matter what outside environment you enjoy.
The first step to creating a mood with your landscape lighting is to decide on the right mood. Do you want a more quiet elegance? A romantic backdrop? A space for entertaining? Regardless of your desire for your landscape, there is a lighting solution that will fit your needs.
If you are going for a certain mood with your lighting, take special note of the type of lighting to ensure your desires are met. For example, if you want to create a subtle ambiance, path lighting is the easiest and most effective way to do it. These lights offer a warm glow perfect for a night stroll or teatime for two.
Directional lighting is perfect for the person who wants to create a more spontaneous, “artsy” mood by highlighting certain areas of the garden. Whether a fountain or a creative arrangement of seasonal flowers, your lighting can set the focus on those prized areas to give your landscape a “wow” effect.
The design of your lighting fixture can also create a specific mood. For example, this Tiffany Landscape Lighting Flower would suit the homeowner who desires more fun and animated style, while the Tulip Landscape Light fares better in a more romantic atmosphere. Additionally, while white lights are normally used in a serene oasis landscape, colored lights can be added to provide softer shading and create entirely different moods.
If you want to create a mood with your lighting, correct placement is also very important. Pay attention to the natural light hitting the area, whether from the sun, moon, or another source, and emphasize darker areas more aggressively with your lighting.
Also, place your lights towards the main focal points in the landscape. Similar to how you would create focal points in your homes like a stone fireplace or a large bay window, your outdoor landscape should draw the eye to key places. Arrange your lights to highlight these special features.
When lighting your landscape to create a mood, remember to trust your instincts because they always know best. At the end of the day, your landscape should speak to your unique personality and self-expression and ultimately make you very happy.
