Transform Your Large Outdoor Space With the Right Lighting

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Understanding the right types of lights and how to arrange them will help you succeed at lighting your outdoor living space. In this blog, we’ll provide tips and tricks to transform your large outdoor space with the right lighting.

Most popular outdoor lighting

When it comes to lighting up a large outdoor area, you have many options. To lessen the burden on you, we’ve listed a few of the most popular options and why they’ve seen a surge in interest:

1. Solar lights

These are great for people who want to be environmentally friendly. They come in various sizes and shapes and can be used both indoors and outdoors. They are typically more expensive than traditional but they do not require any electricity, just sunlight. If solar lights have piqued your interest, the Solare Standing Teak Floor Lamp by Unopiu is an elegant and striking cable-less outdoor lighting solution.

2. LED lights

LED (light-emitting diode) lights provide bright illumination without the hassle of changing the batteries often or replacing them entirely when they burn out.

3. Halogen lights

Halogen lights last longer than incandescent bulbs and produce more light, but they are also more expensive than both fluorescent and LED bulbs.

4. Battery-operated lights

Battery-operated lights are perfect for smaller spaces where electricity may not be available or if you just want something more portable.

Solar lights

Sustainable and environmentally friendly designs are rising in popularity and solar lights are the perfect way to reduce any negative impact on the planet. They work by capturing the sun's energy during the day and storing it in their batteries. When the sun sets, solar lights use that energy to illuminate your outdoor space.

You can use them for all your outdoor lighting needs, and you no longer have to rely on electricity from the grid. Solar lights are highly beneficial in various situations including unplanned power outages.

This innovative illumination method is truly a magnificent feat in the world of lighting. Solar lights typically last much longer than traditional bulbs, but that’s just the tip of the iceberg. High-quality solar lights are capable of withstanding harsh weather conditions such as rain and snow without needing frequent replacements or maintenance.

String lights

String lights are a fantastic method to bring warmth to any space. They're perfect for parties or gatherings (indoors or outdoors) as they create an inviting yet sophisticated atmosphere.

String lights are also great for lighting up your yard at night, adding a bohemian touch to your outdoor space. Here are some of the pros and cons of string lights:

Pros:

• Cheap, easy to install, and versatile. They can be used for a variety of different applications, from lighting up a room to decorating your outdoor space.
• They're generally weatherproof and may be used outside year-round.
• They're low-voltage, reducing the risk of these lights being a fire hazard.

Cons:

• String lights are typically made with thin wire that can easily break if tugged at or leaned on.
• The lighting provided by string lights may not be sufficient to illuminate large spaces.

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Colour-changing lights

There are many benefits associated with using colour-changing lights. They're easy to set up and take down, which makes them ideal for use in temporary or permanent installations. Colour-changing lights are typically easy to adjust. The brightness can be increased or dimmed depending on your needs.

Lights that change colour add a touch of whimsy and excitement to your space. They are suitable for intimate gatherings or events.

Chandeliers and other hanging lights

Outdoor spaces are just as important as indoor ones, especially when it comes to entertaining. However, the exposure to various elements makes many hesitant to display luxury lighting outdoors.

This doesn't have to be the case. Chandeliers or other hanging lights make outdoor spaces feel luxurious and sophisticated by providing ambient lighting to create a warm, inviting atmosphere. The Wind Hanging Outdoor Lighting by Vibia is just one of the stunning options for outdoor lighting, its glass fibre shade and other innovative materials are truly a work of art.

Chat with our expert design team to discuss your outdoor lighting needs and find an elegant piece that creates a unified appearance with your indoor and outdoor aesthetic.

Conclusion

The most important thing is that you want to choose the light source that is going to work best for you. Take into account how high up the area is, how low you want the lights themselves to be and how you want the light to interact with the area itself.

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