With the longer Summer months ahead, many of us will be spending more time outside and in our own gardens – so it’s important to create a well-lit space that you can sit back and relax in late into the evening.
Lighting in particular can transform the way our outdoor areas look and feel, adding a new lease of life to the space. From highlighting specific features of your landscape to creating a cosy ambiance perfect for al fresco dining, there are many benefits to incorporating outdoor lighting into your exterior design. In this blog, we will be exploring some of the best ways that lights will enhance the home.
Start off with the essentials
One of the most popular reasons why people use garden lighting is to illuminate functional areas such as a patio, pathway or garden room. Not only is this essential to making it easier and safer to navigate around in the dark, but it can add a touch of elegance to the area too. Whether you opt for a simple design or one with a more playful edge, here at Amos Lighting we have an extensive range of outdoor wall lighting for you to choose from.
If you’re wanting a more contemporary aesthetic, our Astro Dartmouth Twin Wall Light is the perfect option for this. Available in white, black, or grey, its muted design can complement a range of exterior styles. For something a little more impactful, the Konstsmide Monza Round Outdoor LED Wall Lights offers a striking glow. The sun-effect of its design can transform the outside of your house, bringing an element of cosiness and class into your backyard.
Make impact
If you’re looking to highlight a specific area in your garden, then why not consider an uplighting technique which involves placing lights at the base of trees, shrub and other garden features? Our Astro Bayville Spike Spot Light is the perfect option for this. It highlights the natural beauty of your garden, drawing attention to certain centrepieces, plants and zones.
Add some ambiance
Longer days are symbolic of the summer season, allowing people to enjoy the outdoors for as long as possible. If this sounds like you, it’s important to create a comfortable dining or seating area, enabling you to spend valuable time with family and friends. Along with an array of table decorations such as place mats, candles and outdoor crockery, table lights can add an intimate and special finishing touch. From portable lamps to rechargeable lanterns, we have a generous range to bring to the table; try out our innovative Konstsmide Scilla Outdoor USB Rechargeable Table Lamp for a sophisticated approach to outdoor dining.
Get creative
Whilst gardens hold a beauty of their own, there are ways to add your own personal stamp to the space. Whether you are incorporating a water feature, a garden ornament or some decorative lighting, there are endless ways to inject character into the space. Our Tala Muse Portable Lamps, available in a beautiful selection of Farrow & Ball paint colours, can add a nice splash of modern vibrancy to any corner. Or take a look at our Quintiesse Blacksmith 4 lt Ironwork Outdoor Chandelier for a more traditional approach.
Garden lighting can significantly enhance the beauty of your exterior and by using a combination of lighting styles and techniques, you can create a garden that is not only functional but is aesthetically pleasing too.
