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…]
There is no shortage of magical images of outdoor lighting among home and garden media these days. It seems as though the ambiance of outdoor lighting is featured in every magazine in the newstand! Among the most news-worthy is festive lighting. Often referred to under a host of different names such as fiesta lighting, festival … [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…]
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…]
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…]
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…]
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…]
More than just a few Clearwater and Tampa Bay residents have a backyard pool. In our area, many homeowners would call a pool a necessity, while folks who live further North would consider it a luxury. Our mild climate allows for almost year-round use of a backyard pool or spa. The area that surrounds the … [Read more…]
In the Outdoor Living Brand network of companies, no higher honor can be bestowed upon a franchise and its owner than to receive the President’s Award. One recipient is chosen among all Outdoor Lighting Perspectives franchises, nationwide, and is based upon top-line sales growth, leadership, outstanding client service and the ability to build a strong team. … [Read more…]
Valentines Day is just around the corner; isn’t it time to choose a gift for your beloved one that truly signifies the feelings you have for them? Let’s face it, flowers, as lovely as they are will quickly wilt and lose their vigor. Much is the same with chocolates because if not enjoyed in a timely … [Read more…]
Did you know that Florida is one of the top states in the nation for retirees as well as snowbirds? Thousands of winter residents reside in the Clearwater and Tampa Bay area each year. Florida, of course, is a draw to snowbirds for its miles of beaches, semi-tropical climate, idyllic landscape, scenic splendor and wide range of activities to participate … [Read more…]
Here in the Clearwater and Tampa Bay area, we take pride in our tropical foliage, especially our palm trees. However, there are many other types of trees that thrive here, and they are especially beautiful too. (Just maybe not what people think of first when they someone says “Tampa Bay”.) Chances are, you probably have … [Read more…]
Now that fall temperatures have arrived in the Clearwater and Tampa Bay area, it’s time to spruce up your landscaping. With sap low, it’s time to prune trees, bushes, and vines, reseed the lawn, and apply fertilize. It is also the best time to plant for many varieties. Even though there aren’t as many flowers … [Read more…]
Don’t you love the holidays? Enticing smells, sounds of laughter, and oh-so-many lights lift our mood and make us feel good about the world. The holidays remind us of the good things in life and help us remember to wish others well and to work for peace on earth. As an adult, these are cherished … [Read more…]
Gas lighting used to be the most popular type of outdoor lighting. It was used for centuries because of its cost effectiveness but now that electricity is economical, gas lighting is used primarily to display an old-world charm. The problem that remains is the cost of the gas and keeping those lights running. Whether in … [Read more…]