Posted by JaneGWalker on May 17th, 2013 @ 9:04 PM
L.E.D
- Versatile and durable
- Lasts up to 50,000 hours
- No warm-up time
- Takes 8 watts to power your bulb
- No filaments or moving parts
- Light produced is directional and focused
Halogen
- Fragile
- Lasts between 2,000 and 3,000 hours
- Takes 35 watts to give the same effect as an LED bulb
- Filaments
- Light produced bounces in all directions
LED lighting will on average save you 80% on your electricity bill when switching from a halogen outdoor lighting system. That’s a ton of cash! Also and LED bulb’s life span is much longer than a halogen bulb. The more rounds it can go the less money and time you have to spend maintaining it. In this battle of the bulbs you have two warriors to choose from: LED or halogen.
If you don’t currently have an outdoor lighting system at your home, make sure you feel comfortable with how it works and looks before purchasing it. At Outdoor Lighting Perspectives, we offer our clients a free nighttime demonstration. During the demonstration, our outdoor lighting designers install a temporary lighting system so you can see how it will look each and every night. Not only does this make our clients more comfortable with their purchase, but it also allows us to make sure the design is just right.
If you have an outdoor lighting system that’s halogen, but are interested in LED lighting, you may be in luck. A lot of existing systems can be retrofitted to LED pretty easily. Make sure to reach out to your landscape lighting company to see if it is something they can do.
As always, we at Outdoor Lighting Perspectives are available for any questions you may have regarding residential, commercial and holiday outdoor lighting. Please do not hesitate to contact your local Outdoor Lighting Perspectives office if you have any questions!
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Posted by JaneGWalker on May 3rd, 2013 @ 6:45 PM
LED landscape lighting has been growing in popularity over the last few years and has been a staple in the lighting industry. Technology has improved greatly and due to its energy efficiency, LED is a wonderful option when considering outdoor lighting. LED bulbs last much longer than standard low voltage lights and require much less maintenance, making it very useful in many installations (including fixtures that may be in hard to reach areas). Recently our Outdoor Lighting Perspectives of Long Island location installed two residential outdoor lighting systems using LED lights that have enhanced the respective properties beautifully.
The first takes place in the front of the client’s home. Amy and Dennis Downling, who are the local experts in outdoor lighting in Long Island, were called to this home because there wasn’t sufficient lighting after dark. The house itself has a lovely stucco finish with large front columns. The columns not only have ornate details at the top, but also stone bases as anchors. These dominating features, however, couldn’t be appreciated at night. The addition of LED lights fixed that.
The Dowlings designed a lighting system that highlights the features and textures of the home. LED up lights were installed at the base of each of the four front columns. Despite being low voltage (the system uses less than 100 watts!), LED provides enough light output to illuminate the columns from the stone base to the very top architectural details. From the warm stucco color to the green landscaping, the white LED light allows the colors on the property to pop.
The second LED lighting project from Outdoor Lighting Perspectives took place at the back of the house. This homeowner had a multi-level deck that included 2 sets of stairs and a hot tub. LED lights were installed onto several of the posts as well as the top and bottom of the stairs to provide sure-footing. Take a look at the picture and notice how well lit the deck and stairs are. The LEDs are bright enough to light the entire area although they are only situated on the posts. The complete system included 20 deck light fixtures and uses less than 80 watts!
While energy efficiency is important to us, we want to make sure that quality of the light output is high enough to ensure enhanced safety and security (as well as beauty). That’s why, for example, we utilized LED landscape lighting and not solar lighting. Solar lighting technology isn’t at the point where the performance is reliable. LED, however, is. The brightness as well as the color is very good. While the initial cost of LED lighting fixtures may be higher than an incandescent or halogen fixture, the energy cost is much lower.
For those homeowners who are reading this and saying “I wish my existing lighting system was LED,” you do have options. Depending on the existing lighting system, it can be retrofitted using new LED bulbs.
If you have questions regarding LED landscape lighting or outdoor lighting in general, please contact your local Outdoor Lighting Perspectives office.
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Posted by JaneGWalker on April 18th, 2013 @ 5:15 PM
A few years ago my in-laws moved into a new construction home in a new neighborhood. The house and yard are fabulous. Off the back of their house, they have a lovely covered porch that opens up to a nice deck. On the far end of the deck, there are a few stairs that lead out into the yard. It’s a great space to sit and enjoy a drink and some appetizers, but at night, it was a little unsafe. The neighborhood they live in doesn’t have a lot of street light that spills over into their yard, so when the sun goes down, it’s dark. You can barely see the stairs that lead to the yard, until we urged them to add outdoor deck lighting.
Sure footing is important in any space, but when it involves older people or children and changes in elevation, it becomes even more important. When we at Outdoor Lighting Perspectives visit our clients’ properties, we always look for the areas that need extra lighting, and decks are usually one of them.
There are a few options when it comes to outdoor deck lights. The most common is installed at the top of the posts or along the railings, like the ones seen here that shine down on the decking below. Depending on the amount of railing between posts, one light may only be needed for every two or three posts.
Another deck lighting option is LED rope lights, seen here lining this pool. These are easily installed along the underside of the railing for a more modern look. At Outdoor Lighting Perspectives, we’ve installed this type of deck and patio lighting on a lot of residential as well as commercial properties with patios. The LED rope lighting is available in several colors if the customer wants something other than the warm or cool white.
One aspect of deck lighting our outdoor lighting designers pay particular attention to are the steps. Steps, not surprisingly, can be the most dangerous part of the deck. They need to be clearly visible to make sure that no one trips and falls. There are two ways we light stairs. The first is installing lights on the railings like we do along the deck in other areas. The second option is to install the light on the vertical part of the step.
Not only does deck lighting increase the safety of our outdoor living space, but it allows you to enjoy it at all hours of the day and night. A well-lit outdoor area is much more inviting that a dark deck or patio. We are firm believers that if you have invested money in your outdoor living structures, you should be able to use them!
If you have areas of your yard that need some extra lighting to be safe, please reach out to your local Outdoor Lighting Perspectives office.
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Posted by JaneGWalker on April 11th, 2013 @ 7:22 PM
At Outdoor Lighting Perspectives, we are always intrigued by new lighting technologies, so it isn’t surprising that an article discussing crime fighting street lights piqued our interest. The city of Chattanooga tested new LED technology in a crime-ridden park in their city and now they are looking to switch out lights across the rest of the city.
Coolidge Park in Chattanooga is a large park in the city that had become dangerous for visitors at night. Gang violence had pushed the city towards incorporating large stadium lighting throughout the park to make sure all the areas were well lit. Worried that the stadium flood lights would ruin the park’s atmosphere, a local company brought a new lighting technology to the table (you can read the whole story here).
Instead the company proposed trying wirelessly controlled LED street lights that were not only energy-efficient, but could help combat the growing crime problem. Each light bulb is able brighten a crime scene or tail a suspicious person running through the park. Controlled out of patrol police car, the new park lights have not only cut down the crime, but increased the park’s use. People are now enjoying the park at all hours of the night.
For the city of Chattanooga, the benefits of a new lighting system like this are many. LED bulbs in general are much more energy efficient than other lighting options, but there are additional savings due to their controls. The lights dim at times when they aren’t being used cutting down on wasted energy and light output. Additionally, the city will save money on maintenance as LED bulbs can last up to 50,000 hours.
Because the entire lighting system can be controlled manually, they city is looking at possible ways to take advantage, for example using them to flash warning signals during emergencies.
Street lighting, as shown through this Chattanooga example, is a big crime deterrent and makes people feel safe in areas after dark. Unfortunately, a lot of municipalities have outdated systems that require a lot of maintenance or don’t provide enough light. At Outdoor Lighting Perspectives, we try to work with what fixtures are already on the property if we can and just retrofit the light source. For instance, a parking garage may have metal halide high bay lights that we can retro fit to LED or induction lighting. Both LED and induction lighting not only last much longer than metal halide, but they are also much brighter for a safer look.
If you have questions regarding commercial outdoor lighting, please contact your local Outdoor Lighting Perspectives office.
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Posted by JaneGWalker on April 4th, 2013 @ 3:18 PM
One of my favorite parts of my job is talking to our outdoor lighting professionals about the projects they are working on. Some have some wonderful new clients who want some unique and contemporary outdoor lighting systems. Over the last few months I’ve noticed a trend: outdoor lighting systems in outdoor living spaces.
At Outdoor Lighting Perspectives, we are huge proponents of making sure you get the most out of your outdoor living spaces with professional outdoor lighting. Yet, we still find that a lot of homeowners have decks, porches, patios, outdoor kitchens and other outdoor structures that they can’t use at night. That seems to be changing. More of our clients are asking us to enhance their outdoor living spaces with beautiful and efficient low voltage outdoor lighting.
Here’s a great example from Rick Johnson, who designs and installs outdoor lighting in Austin. He had a call from a client who recently had a beautiful outdoor kitchen built in their backyard. They entertain a lot and wanted to open that space up to guests all night long. They had a few existing flood lights, but they weren’t enough to properly (and beautifully) light the whole area and didn’t show off the details of the outdoor kitchen. Rick and his team were able to give the homeowners a lighting system that features the sleek lines of the kitchen while making the space safer for guests.
Our most frequently used outdoor lighting fixtures are our copper path lights and our well lights. Neither of those were used in this installation. Instead, the Outdoor Lighting Perspectives of Austin team used LED rope lighting and small down lights in this space. LED rope lights are just that, rope-like encasing with LED lights within it. They are great for entertaining spaces as they emit enough light to properly light an area, but they are also available in a variety of colors for a funky look. In this instance, LED rope lights in a cool white were the perfect complement to this modern outdoor kitchen.
To highlight the design and texture of the outdoor kitchen, the rope lighting was installed on the underside of the bar area, along the step from the pool patio to the outdoor kitchen and along the top of the retaining wall that defines the space. The stone work on the retaining walls can now be appreciated at all times of the day.
Although the LED rope lighting is aesthetically pleasing, it also increases the safety of the space. Now the railings, steps and sharp edges are more clearly seen by guests for sure-footing.
The rope lighting, with its down-lighting nature was not enough to make this kitchen useable. The counters and cook space needed to be lit too! Small down lights were installed on the beams of the existing pergola for some overhead lighting. It is just enough to light the space efficiently without overwhelming the area.
Whether it is an outdoor kitchen like this, a deck, patio or other outdoor living space, outdoor lighting is imperative if you want to enjoy the space at all hours of the day safely. If you have a space that needs outdoor lighting, reach out to your local Outdoor Lighting Perspectives office. Our custom designs will ensure that you have a system that not only beautiful, but efficient and effective.
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Posted by JaneGWalker on March 29th, 2013 @ 6:03 PM
Next up in our series of outdoor lighting techniques is up-lighting. Up-lighting is one of the most versatile strategies in outdoor lighting design as it is used in a variety of applications. Up-lighting is an excellent way to highlight the beauty of trees and architectural details.
A number of fixtures can be used when up-lighting, but the most commonly used fixture is the well light, or BB3 (seen here). The fixture is installed into the ground, no deeper than 12 inches. Different beams of light can be achieved by placing the fixture closer or further away from the structure and by changing the angle of the light bulb.
Grazing is a form of up-lighting that enhances the textures of a vertical space by placing a fixture only 6 to 8 inches from the surface and aiming the fixture directly upward. It is an absolutely gorgeous outdoor lighting effect on a brick, stone or stucco building as it brings out all of the details. It does not, however, work well on a siding due to the shadows it would create because the surface isn’t flat. Here’s a great image of grazing up-lighting from Outdoor Lighting Perspectives of Birmingham. This outdoor lighting system in Hoover, AL included a wall that surrounded part of the outdoor living space. If you can pull your eyes away from the beautiful sunset through the window, take a look at the texture that the lighting brings out. That architectural detail of the space can now be admired at all times of the day and night.
Tree lighting is another popular form of up-lighting. As opposed to moonlighting in trees and the shadows it creates, the tree trunk and branches are the focal point in up-lighting trees. The outdoor lighting fixtures are installed near the base of the tree. Most of our clients enjoy the warm wash of light up the trees, but some have added a pale blue lens to for a more subtle look. At Outdoor Lighting Perspectives, we’ve up-lit trees with dramatic results. For our clients who have clients bordering their outdoor living spaces, up-lighting trees is a great way to draw the eye outward and add interest to an otherwise dark surrounding. Take these beautiful trees for example, the installed up-lights make them stand out against the dark sky, adding visual interest to the space.
Depending on the structure, where it is located, and what surrounds it, up-lighting can also be used for fountain or statue lighting.
The key to all outdoor lighting design is using the right techniques, with the right fixtures, installed in the right place. The designer has to consider where the excess light will go and make sure that it does not shine into the home, a neighbor’s home or property, or into any of the areas that people gather in when entertaining. At Outdoor Lighting Perspectives, we place temporary lights in place so that we can be sure that the system will look and perform exactly how intended.
If you have questions regarding outdoor lighting on your property, contact your local Outdoor Lighting Perspectives office. Our trained lighting designers will create a beautiful system that you’ll enjoy night after night.
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Posted by JaneGWalker on March 1st, 2013 @ 5:24 PM
At Outdoor Lighting Perspectives, we are constantly surprised by the generosity of not only our clients, but our local owners who provide beautiful outdoor lighting systems for their clients. We are thrilled to hear how they are giving back to their communities but also to nonprofits that are looking to make a difference. Joe Bozich of Outdoor Lighting Perspectives of Chattanooga recently donated an outdoor lighting system to a charity in his area for their annual live auction, and the finished product was gorgeous!
Since opening his outdoor lighting company in Chattanooga, Joe has been extremely active in his local community. He is a member of the local Chamber of Commerce and won the Home Builders Association of Southern Tennessee’s Rookie of the Year after his first year of business. Additionally, he prides himself on being active with non profits in the area. In November, Joe and his team donated a seven light lighting package to the live auction for the American Lung Association of Tennessee. The event included cocktails, dinner, karaoke and more. When it came time for the live auction, the lighting package raised $1,100 for the cause!
The winner of the low voltage lighting system is a Family Practice doctor who lives in the country. The house sits in a valley with beautiful mountain views for miles. It was, however, very very dark at night due to its remote location. The owner of the home wanted to make it easier for guests to find his home by up-lighting the exterior. He ended up adding several more LED light fixtures to the already purchased package to make sure the finished product is exactly what he envisioned.
The house itself is a crisp white color with yellow shudders. Joe installed LED fixtures for its white appearance so it wouldn’t make the house look yellow. The front, as you can see, has a beautiful wrap around deck. Well lights were installed at the base of each of the columns to highlight the architectural details of the porch without blinding anyone on it. This is an important part of any well designed outdoor lighting system. Too many times, spot lights are installed in places where the light beam can go directly into someone’s view. Our goal at Outdoor Lighting Perspectives is to make the light, not the fixture the star of the show.
Above the porch, two small spot lights were installed along the gutter line to highlight the second level of the home. Doesn’t the outdoor lighting make the house look stunning against the dark night’s sky?
In addition to highlighting the house, the homeowner wanted to add tree lighting so some of the trees on the property for visual interest. Up-lighting the trees was done by installing LED well lights at the base of the trunks. A warm wash of light was shot directly up the tree, highlighting its texture and lovely branches. I hope to see another picture when the leaves are back in the springtime.
We are proud to see Joe and his team provide such a great job for such a wonderful cause. If you have questions regarding outdoor lighting in your area, please contact your local Outdoor Lighting Perspectives office.
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Posted by JaneGWalker on February 14th, 2013 @ 6:28 PM
This past weekend, my husband and I went away. To make sure we got the most time out of our trip, we took a late flight home on Sunday night. Whenever I fly, I try to sit in a window seat. I like to look out as we take off and land and take in the areas. Flying at night, as you can imagine, doesn’t provide me with as much to look at besides lights. But, and you know this if you read this blog, looking at lights is just fine by me. The biggest thing I noticed was the difference between HPS and LED commercial outdoor lighting.
Most of what I looked out on during my flight home was streets and parking lots. While we’ve discussed LED vs. high pressure sodium (HPS) lighting in the blog before, from high up you can really tell the difference. Those with HPS lights looked yellow-orange from above and not very safe looking. On the streets, the light spread of the HPS was completely different than those with LED or induction lamps. LED commercial lighting has a bright white look that spreads much wider than HPS. The parking lots that surrounded malls and shopping centers that had LED lights were adequately lit to the point where I would feel safe there after dark.
LED and induction lighting have many more benefits than HPS. While the initial cost of the fixtures are higher, the property can save 50% on their energy costs of running the system, and with some commercial systems running 24 hours a day, that’s huge savings! Additionally, maintenance costs go down because they don’t need the same amount of maintenance. The lamp life of a HPS is anywhere from 10,000 to 20,000 hours while induction and LED are 100,000 and 50,000 hours respectively. That’s 11 years if it’s going all day which means less bulbs changes and adjustments.
The financial savings that come with LED and induction outdoor commercial lighting is really important and a great reason to switch your lamps in itself, but the safety and security, for me, is the biggest benefit. No one wants their customers to feel uncomfortable on their property and streets and parking lots that are well lit will attract more people. Take this picture to the right. Which one would you want to be under at night?
Switching your lights to induction or LED doesn’t mean you have to invest in a completely new system. Most high voltage systems can be retrofitted using the majority of the existing fixtures on the property. A outdoor lighting professional can switch out the hardware so it works with the new technology.
If you are interested in learning more about energy efficient commercial outdoor lighting, please contact your local Outdoor Lighting Perspectives office.
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Posted by JaneGWalker on January 9th, 2013 @ 9:58 PM
The first big step to sustaining your business, especially in hard times, is to attract people on the streets—total strangers—to come to your shop’s door. Many establishments utilize attractive storefronts to draw potential customers and maintain an edge over their rivals. However, lighting is often overlooked, but it deserves some focus for increasing the overall appeal of your business for passersby.
Brighten Your Business
Eyes are attracted to light. By using well-placed and appropriate outdoor landscape lighting, you can draw passing eyes and turn total strangers into customers. Lighting isn’t just for indoors–lighting up your outside makes your business a welcoming bastion and adds a cheery complexion to your storefront.
Safety and Security
Commercial outdoor lighting isn’t all about aesthetics. Lighting can also be used to increase parking lot visibility and safety — you can’t have your customers stumbling around in the dark. A few decorative lights around the entrance of your store fits both form and function by being pleasing to the eye and directing traffic to the appropriate doors.
It’s About Atmosphere
Lighting plays a huge part in establishing the atmosphere of your business. Day spas, fine restaurants, and resorts will all want to use soft lighting to give customers a serene, calm, cozy feeling. Outdoor Lighting Perspectives specializes in finding the right balance between too garish and bright, and too dull and dark. We’d be happy to lend our professional eye and help you design a commercial outdoor lighting design that conveys the right message about your business.
“Let’s Go See the Lights”
Lights aren’t all about psychological and utilitarian functions. Outdoor lights can also be pretty to look at! Especially at holiday time, lights add that extra level of invitation into your store, and are an easy and fun way to keep your business looking friendly and welcoming. Putting some time and effort into beautifying your storefront with a well-planned lighting system could make a big difference in your store traffic.
Our lighting professionals are ready and willing to help you design an energy-saving lighting design that is tailored to what you want for your store. If you’re not sure what lighting design would be best for your business yet, don’t worry. With years of experience in this field, we’ll be happy to give you a few suggestions to get you going. Just give Outdoor Lighting Perspectives a call, and you’ll be on your way to a bright, well-lit future.
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Posted by JaneGWalker on January 7th, 2013 @ 8:20 PM
For thousands of years, humans have been using outdoor lights for warmth, security, celebration, and to create a sense of home. While lighting is often thought of in indoor terms, outdoor lighting can make a world of difference and add that special touch you’ve been seeking for your garden and lawn.
LED Lights Save the Day
It used to be that running lots of outdoor lights was an expensive, energy-consuming practice. With LED lights, it’s now anything but. Lighting can be used to accentuate outdoor decor and draw attention to fountains, statues, or gazebos. From festival holiday lighting and special occasions to everyday use, outdoor LED lighting is a great, energy-efficient way of turning a dark yard into a majestic and welcoming scene.
Install Before, or After?
Planning ahead with lighting design is important. Before you build, consult an Outdoor Lighting Perspectives specialist so that your low-voltage outdoor lighting can be put in place during building instead of having to retrofit. However, if you’re just now deciding on a lighting design, that’s just fine. We’ll be happy to install a lighting system based on existing structures and designs.
Energy Efficiency
Using low-voltage outdoor lighting saves both money and energy. LED lights last longer and shine brighter than traditional bulbs, so you don’t have to worry about lights burning out as often. LED bulbs are rated to last a minimum of 25,000 hours (the upper limit is about 50,000 hours). With these lights, you save time, money, and the environment, and that’s a deal you can’t say no to.
The Transformation of Outdoor Lighting
Outdoor lighting might sound frivolous to some, but the beauty and glow it adds to a house and lawn is stunning. There is more to outdoor lighting than just illuminating the darkness. Outdoor lighting dresses up beautiful foliage, greenery, and homes and turns them into warm, inviting beacons of friendship and welcome.
Outdoor Lighting Perspectives specializes in helping you design a lighting system that adorns your yard and patio area the way you want it to. We’ll gladly help you decide on the level of warmth, tone, and color of the lights that are perfect for creating the aesthetic effect you want.
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