The Tampa Bay area has many architectural and landscape features that are unique to our little corner of the world. Last week we talked about lighting your home’s façade to show the intricate architectural details and make it look larger. To really showcase your area, you should illuminate the trees in your outdoor spaces as well.
Tampa Bay’s majestic trees can become masterpieces with the right outdoor lighting.
Outdoor lighting for trees can be tricky because of the nature of the object being lit. Professional outdoor lighting designers know the right type of light to use at the best angle to illuminate the tree properly. At Outdoor Lighting Perspectives of Clearwater, we also know the proper distance the fixture needs to be installed to light the full canopy and the best place to mount the fixtures depending on the desired effect.
You want outdoor lighting to look natural and illuminate the best features of the area or object being lit. Trees are no different. The trunk size and canopy need to be considered when deciding on the type of lighting technique. There are two types of lighting we can design for your trees, depending on the effect that appeals to you. The most common type of tree lighting is up lighting. Up lighting trees, especially palm and oak trees with the magnificent canopies can make a very dramatic statement. With up lighting, we install a well or flood light very close to the tree to direct the light up the trunk, under the canopy, illuminating the entire entity. Placing fixtures on the ground directed upward reveals the trees magnificent elements and makes all of its surrounding more stunning.
Up Lighting on tree’s can make a dramatic statement.
The other type of lighting is called down lighting or moon lighting. Down lighting is a look that is not as commonly used but is impressive when placed in the majestic trees surrounding your home. With this type of lighting, flood lights are actually mounted in the tree at different levels to cast light down through the leaves and branches of the tree. This replicates the look and shadowing created naturally by the moon which is soothing and comforting to the eye.
Down Lighting in trees casts soothing and comforting shadows.
If you are unsure of the best type of lighting for your space, give us a call. We can show you the differences with a free nighttime demonstration to help get the most natural look for your home.
Robert Van de Putten, Owner
Outdoor Lighting Perspectives of Clearwater
727-785-6000
Outdoor lighting for trees can be tricky because of the nature of the object being lit. Professional outdoor lighting designers know the right type of light to use at the best angle to illuminate the tree properly. At Outdoor Lighting Perspectives of Clearwater, we also know the proper distance the fixture needs to be installed to light the full canopy and the best place to mount the fixtures depending on the desired effect.
You want outdoor lighting to look natural and illuminate the best features of the area or object being lit. Trees are no different. The trunk size and canopy need to be considered when deciding on the type of lighting technique. There are two types of lighting we can design for your trees, depending on the effect that appeals to you. The most common type of tree lighting is up lighting. Up lighting trees, especially palm and oak trees with the magnificent canopies can make a very dramatic statement. With up lighting, we install a well or flood light very close to the tree to direct the light up the trunk, under the canopy, illuminating the entire entity. Placing fixtures on the ground directed upward reveals the trees magnificent elements and makes all of its surrounding more stunning.
The other type of lighting is called down lighting or moon lighting. Down lighting is a look that is not as commonly used but is impressive when placed in the majestic trees surrounding your home. With this type of lighting, flood lights are actually mounted in the tree at different levels to cast light down through the leaves and branches of the tree. This replicates the look and shadowing created naturally by the moon which is soothing and comforting to the eye.
If you are unsure of the best type of lighting for your space, give us a call. We can show you the differences with a free nighttime demonstration to help get the most natural look for your home.
Robert Van de Putten, Owner
Outdoor Lighting Perspectives of Clearwater
727-785-6000