Floating Layers Tropical Landscape, Melbourne

Highlight sculpture. Not only does the spherical sculpture in the distant center deserve illumination, but so do the sculptural plants. This rich setting incorporates several techniques to illuminate the scene, and its focal points punctuate the landscape.Thinking about adding landscape lighting? A first step is to determine if you have a simple project or if you want professional help. You can use the following lists to home in on what’s important to you and frame the scope of your project. What you may want to illuminate:PathStepsTreesShrubsArchitectureSculpturePoolsFountainsWaterfallsTypes of fixtures:IncandescentFluorescentLEDFloodSpotRopeGroundWallMountedPostTorchFire pitEffects desired:FeatureDefinitionAccentuateLayerGlowGrazeHighlightAccentPool (congregate)BacklightBackdropReflectMore: Find landscape architects and landscape lighting designersOther guides to top home improvement projects

1. Go SolarSolar lights have dramatically improved in efficiency, reliability and life span. They’re still less intense than floodlights, so they’re best used as accent lighting, pathway lights or anywhere a subtler wash of light is needed. They work best in a sunny location where they can receive enough sun per day to get a full charge.Pros: If you’re using solar-powered lights with power units included, you have much more freedom to install lights without regard for their wiring needs. Cons: Solar fixtures may require more maintenance than other lighting types because the solar panels must have dirt and grime removed periodically to ensure a good charge. Solar lights can still work with a charge from an overcast day, but they perform best with several hours of sun on a daily basis.Maintenance: Solar lights are somewhat high-maintenance because the solar charging panels need periodic cleaning. Sustainability: Solar-powered lights are very sustainable when purchased for long-term use because they reduce your energy demands every day, adding up to a huge energy reduction over the years.

Outdoor lighting trees / fence line

Floating, layered steps going from back door to hot tub instead of gravel path, to better deal with grading change.

lighting, blue focal point, lanai ceiling