How to Illuminate Architectural Features

You put a lot of time and effort into your home. So why only show it off in the daytime? Make your home visible day and night by using outdoor light fixtures. Creative Nightscapes will take you through some steps to help illuminate the architectural features of your home at night. Illumination Architectural Features Many elements of […]

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What is Contemporary Lighting?

Bold, minimalist, refined, and striking—these are all terms you could use to describe contemporary outdoor lighting. In this blog post, Creative Nightscapes will take you on a tour of contemporary outdoor lighting and how it can be used to bring a fresh look to your home and yard. Contemporary lighting can also serve as a […]

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Outdoor Lighting Techniques for Fall

Outdoor lighting goes a long way in highlighting the beauty of your home’s landscaping. While you may be able to see it all just fine during the day, a little lighting here and there at night can create truly breathtaking beauty. If you enjoy cool fall evenings outdoors around a fire pit or just taking […]

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Outdoor Lighting for Outdoor Kitchens

Adding an outdoor kitchen to your patio space can be a great way to take your outdoor entertaining to the next level. Rather than having to seclude yourself inside your home’s kitchen to prepare a meal for your guests, an outdoor kitchen allows you to remain a part of the party while you prep, cook, […]

Lights installed around a patio set the poolside mood
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Contemporary Outdoor Lighting Designs

Outdoor lighting allows you to make the most out of your outdoor space because with outdoor lighting, the sunset no longer means it’s time to go inside and stop the fun. Whether you are enjoying a warm summer evening by the pool or a cool autumn evening spending time with friends, outdoor lighting ensures that […]

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Why You Should Hire a Professional Lighting Company

Why Should You Hire a Professional Outdoor Lighting Company? Figuring out optimal lighting indoors is already difficult between trying to figure out placement, bulb type, and ambience. Figuring outdoor lighting is even more difficult. Not only do you have to consider those things, but you may also need to have electrical work done to make […]

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Outdoor Renovations to Improve Curb Appeal

Many people focus on making sure they love the feeling they get when they walk through their front door by making sure their home is decorated perfectly on the inside. But what about on the walk to the front door? A lack of curb appeal can detract from even the best interior design. Here are […]

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What Is Undercap Lighting?

Making your garden shine with undercap lighting is a great way to freshen it up for parties and informal hangouts. Doing this has other benefits as well, including safety for people and security for the home. But what is it, exactly? In a nutshell, undercap lighting is a valuable technique where the light fixture is […]

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Solutions to Common Outdoor Lighting Problems

Outdoor lighting can give you the freedom to enjoy your property whenever you’d like, the peace of mind of added security, and the reality of your dream backyard. However, it also comes with its own set of problems. Because it is in the great outdoors, outdoor lighting can be damaged by pests and exposure to […]

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DFW Commercial Outdoor Lighting Tips

No matter what kind of business you own in the DFW Metroplex, the products you sell, or the services you provide, it is universally true that half of the battle is getting new clients through your doors. Most individuals use the outward appearance of a store as a guide to help them decide which ones […]

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How to Protect Your Outdoor Lighting From the Elements

The right outdoor lighting can add warmth and function to your outdoor space. From productive task lighting to ambient mood lighting, there are plenty of options to choose from. One thing you’ll want to be careful about as you select and install lighting on your property, however, is protecting it against damage from the elements.  Not sure […]

raised path lighting to light up walkway to front door
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Lighting Ideas for Outdoor Entertaining

Looking to take your outdoor entertaining to the next level? If so, then it might be time to refresh and update your outdoor lighting. After all, the right outdoor lighting can help you extend your entertaining well into the evening hours without skipping a beat. Meanwhile, outdoor fixtures can provide just the right type (and […]

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How to Light a Water Feature

Adding a water feature can be a great way to enhance the visual appeal of your backyard or outdoor living space. By lighting an existing water feature, you can create a beautiful focal point within your backyard. There are many different types of lights and lighting techniques that you can use to optimize the look […]

A Stone waterfall grotto in a backyard pool illuminated by lighting
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Scary Halloween Lighting Ideas

Halloween is known for its spooky decorations, making it the perfect time to take advantage of spooktacular lighting options to create some nightmarish scenes. Outdoor lighting is absolutely necessary to show off your Halloween decorations; otherwise, they may not be visible at twilight or the witching hour! And don’t settle for simply illuminating your hard […]

Landscape lighting of small shrubs on a wall
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What to Consider When Choosing Outdoor Lighting

If you are thinking about adding outdoor lighting to your home or updating your existing setup, there are some things you need to consider. Some of these considerations should include what size fixtures you need, what you want to accent, and what style looks best for your home. Here are some things to keep in […]

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Lighting Choices to Promote Energy Efficiency

Looking for ways to make your home more energy efficient? You may want to take a look at your home’s lighting. The average homeowner spends about 5% of their energy bill on lighting their home. While that may not sound like a lot, cutting back on lighting costs helps save the average household between $30-$40 […]

A gorgeous patio with beautiful lights to show off the greenery.
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Selling Your Home? Outdoor Lighting Adds Curb Appeal

April through September is the peak season for moving. Summer brings in warm and beautiful weather, and it is the perfect time for families to search for their dream home. If your family is planning on moving and selling your old home, these upcoming months would be the perfect time to do it! However, you […]

Outdoor lighting illuminates a beautiful University Park home
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What to Look For in an Outdoor Lighting Company?

There’s nothing quite like seeing the familiar and comforting shape of your home softly illuminated by a gentle halo of light under the dark cover of night. Not only can outdoor lighting add aesthetic charm to your home, but they can also add a measure of safety and security to make sure you can always […]

Lighting improves the curb appeal of a model home
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Sunday Night Lights for Enjoying Football

The pride you have for your favorite football team is apparent. You are decked out in your favorite jersey. War paint adorns your cheeks. You have mastered the game face and your special recipe for the ultimate grilled chicken wings, burgers, and hotdogs. Now you just need the ultimate place to cheer your favorite team […]

Mood lighting sets the scene on a garden patio at night
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