Throughout the country autumn is known as prime planting season. From Maine to Miami homeowners choose the cooler months of autumn and into winter to embark on landscape renovations big and small. Here in our area planting is possible throughout the year, but many Clearwater and Tampa Bay residents are beginning to plan their anticipated … [Read more…]
Outdoor task lighting is highly underrated in the landscape and if you’re one of those unfortunate people who has cooked a severely undercooked burger because you can’t see while you are cooking (and had to put it back on the grill), then you know how important task lighting can be. With all the stainless grills, high-end … [Read more…]
When it comes to lighting outdoor spaces, most tend to think of simply illuminating their outdoor living structure or the exterior of their home. However, landscape lighting, one of the most underestimated aspects of outdoor illumination can actually extend the outdoor living space physically as well as visually for homeowners…especially those that have four-legged, furry … [Read more…]
If you are a proud American, flying the US flag on your property either on a ground or building pole is a pretty obvious thing to do, but most people don’t realize that the American flag is also a great lighting opportunity whether you live in a home or have a commercial space. Believe it … [Read more…]
If you have an existing outdoor lighting system that’s aged or fails to perform, you are not alone. It’s estimated that 85% of existing systems in this region are non-functioning. Upon inspection of your system, you may find fixtures or wiring made from materials that are lower quality or react negatively to the environment causing … [Read more…]
Illuminating your neighborhood entrance, its sign and the landscaping surrounding the entry truly signals to visiting guests that they’ve arrived to a place that’s a little beyond the ordinary. There is a certain feel of elegance and even increased stature that comes about simply from having a welcoming main entryway into the community. Custom lighting … [Read more…]
One of the most personally rewarding parts of being a homeowner is the selection of your favorite decorative elements, items and accessories for your home’s interior and exterior that truly define your personality and individuality. Even in a development where the basic layout of the homes seem similar, no two residences are the same. Your … [Read more…]
To be an artist or to possess artistic ability one must have the right balance of vision and skill. Artists surround us in all walks of life and they often have careers in which art plays an integral part. Although painters, wood crafters and sculptors are the professions one would think of first, artists can … [Read more…]
Installing an outdoor lighting system will enhance the beauty of your home at night, however, there are more reasons than just ambiance to consider exterior lighting. While having an in-home security system, such as one by ADT of Tampa (stephencollins@adt.com) provides you with safety and security, when combined with an outdoor lighting system, you, your … [Read more…]
Imagine, you’ve planned a lovely dinner party under the stars. You’ve worked so hard on all of the details…mojitos and sangria with appetizers to start, Chili Tequila Grilled Salmon Steaks paired with a Marinated Southwestern Bean and Cilantro Salad for dinner and followed by a Frozen Margarita pie for dessert. Everything is almost ready with … [Read more…]
As part of the Outdoor Living Brands family of companies whose operational vision is to enrich lives with a wide array of products and services which celebrate living outdoors, we here at Outdoor Lighting Perspectives of Clearwater and Tampa Bay strive to keep up with the latest trends for the outdoor lifestyle so we may … [Read more…]
The temperatures are really heating up in our area…so much so that many homeowners are spending more time in their backyard pools, especially in the evenings! The right lighting makes all the difference when it comes to the safety and enjoyment of your pool and surrounding areas at night. Much the way candlelight sets the … [Read more…]
Let’s face it; in our experience, most homeowners and business owners who have outdoor lighting love outdoor lighting. This includes clients that have watched their systems degrade over time. If your system includes fixtures or wiring made from materials that are lower quality or react negatively to the environment they are more likely to “age” prematurely and … [Read more…]
A home owner’s association( HOA) has a responsibility to promote safety and bring a sense of warmth to a community. HOAs often turn to decorative outdoor lighting to bring that ambiance and comfort to a neighborhood, which also adds a lot of beauty and value to the homes within. However, many communities rely on gas-powered lanterns to … [Read more…]
During the spring and fall many Clearwater and Tampa Bay homeowners begin to move forward with exterior renovations. This is the season when many homeowners choose to take on their most elaborate landscape additions and improvements. This may mean installing a new landscape, outdoor living space addition or revamping an existing one. When contemplating any extensive or small exterior renovation project … [Read more…]
If you are one of the fortunate homeowners lucky enough to live by the water, you know the beauty that ensues looking out at your property’s most prominent feature — the view. Having the backdrop of the ocean changes the entire aspect of your home and your property. It would be a shame to not be able to … [Read more…]
Creating the perfect outdoor lighting solution is all about using the proper fixture with the best design. As award-winning professionals in this field, Outdoor Lighting Perspectives of Clearwater and Tampa Bay is thrilled to have Luminous Accents by Casuwel available for our clients. These exquisitely innovative contemporary light forms will add just the right amount … [Read more…]
In keeping with one our most recent posts, “Clearwater & Tampa Bay outdoor lighting is helping neighborhoods make a grand entrance!“, Outdoor Lighting Perspectives of Clearwater and Tampa Bay just finished up a dramatic neighborhood entrance makeover through lighting! When we initially met with the President of the Home Owner’s Association in this particular neighborhood, … [Read more…]
With a great deal of impetus placed on new, or “from scratch” outdoor lighting installations from other outdoor lighting providers it is refreshing to know that we are different. Not only do we cater to new installations, Outdoor Lighting Perspectives of Clearwater & Tampa Bay also specializes in bringing your existing lighting system up to … [Read more…]
It is with great pleasure and much excitement we announce our association with Casuwel outdoor living furniture and accessories. Our addition of this exclusive line of outdoor furnishings will give our clients even more options to enhance their spaces and we’re thrilled to be able to present these high quality products to our customers at … [Read more…]