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…]
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…]
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…]
Properties in the Clearwater and Tampa Bay area come in all shapes and sizes. This is not limited to the layout of homes. Lots vary greatly too. Just because a lot is small doesn’t mean that it is not well-landscaped, gardened, and tended with care. But when it comes to outdoor lighting, small spaces do … [Read more…]
Wouldn’t you like to give Dad a gift he’ll remember, one that will enrich his life? Dad has done so much. Day in and out, he has sacrificed his own fun and relaxation for the well being of his family. He deserves a gift that rewards him, allows him to escape the rat race, and … [Read more…]
Last week, Outdoor Lighting Perspectives of Clearwater and Tampa Bay showed you how, with just a little creativity, we can turn any pool area into a personal oasis with Tampa Bay pool area lighting. This week, we want to show you more details of that install. Why? It is a uniquely styled space, and these … [Read more…]
Sometimes creating the perfect outdoor lighting solution can be as simple as finding the perfect fixture. Recently, we completed a commercial job for a restaurant that is a wonderful example. The project involved illuminating a lovely palm tree located in an island out front of a busy restaurant. The area is surrounded by pavers and … [Read more…]
Beautiful landscaping requires a lot of hard work, and maintaining a beautiful yard is not for the faint hearted. So you have every right to be proud of what you’ve accomplished in your yard. A lot of sweat went into it. With spring just around the corner, it is the perfect time to think about … [Read more…]
Once again, Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, the day we celebrate who and what we love. Despite all the pressure our culture puts on us during this time to do something amazing, don’t get stressed out. While fancy dinners and elaborate surprises are wonderful, often the moments we remember most are the quiet … [Read more…]
It’s the week before Christmas, when all through the place, our holiday lighting is finished with smiles from our client base. Their lighting is hung by the trees and roof line with care, in hopes that the festivities are enjoyable to share. And now that their homes and outdoor spaces are light for the holidays, … [Read more…]
While the rest of the country is shivering in the cold, we are experiencing beautiful, mild weather here in the Clearwater and Tampa Bay area. 70’s and sunshine make living in Florida amazing this time of year. Just in time for the holidays, our weather is perfect for outdoor gatherings. Once the sun goes down, … [Read more…]
Outdoor Lighting Perspectives of Clearwater & Tampa Bay present the best outdoor lighting for your home, trees, pathways, pool areas and more. With custom designs, high quality fixtures, strong guarantees and professional customer service, you’ll be happy you chose Tampa Bay’s best outdoor lighting company. Robert van der Putten, Owner Outdoor Lighting Perspectives of … [Read more…]
The environment of the Tampa Bay area is, in one word, stunning. Due to our subtropical climate we get to enjoy some of the best vegetation in the entire country. Simply looking out your window will confirm that statement. You probably see a lush yard, thriving foliage, and at least one our state’s signature palm … [Read more…]
An arbor is one of the most beautiful and enduring pieces of a landscape. It takes time, precision, and a lot of hard work to bring it to life. And there is no better way to appreciate it than to add arbor lighting. I recently had the opportunity to put up some beautiful outdoor lighting … [Read more…]
This past week, we just completed an exciting project for a homeowner on the Clearwater waterfront. This homeowner is an existing client and has been making some spring improvements. They built a new area for entertaining guests, it stretches back to the seawall, and they are lucky enough to have a beautiful forest of mangroves … [Read more…]
One of the things I enjoy most about being in the business of professional outdoor lighting is being able to come up with unique lighting options to suit the individual needs of my clients. There is more to the art of outdoor lighting than just installing a fixture. Being able to address the specific needs … [Read more…]
We are so fortunate to live in the Tampa Bay area and enjoy warm weather throughout the year. I watch the evening news and can’t imagine what it would be like to live with those colder temperatures. Our lush environment allows us to spend more time outdoors, even when the sun goes down. But, if … [Read more…]
Black Friday and Cyber Monday have once again soared by for another year. If you’re sitting in front of your computer looking for the perfect gift to give, why not give the gift of light. Outdoor lighting is the gift that keeps on giving night after night, year after year. Outdoor lighting enhances your beautiful … [Read more…]