Beyond Illumination: Designing Gardens for the Evening
Beyond Illumination: Designing Gardens for the Evening The garden has not lost its purpose after the light of day is gone. The correct lighting may really bring out an entirely new side to the countryside. Pathways become more accessible, seating places stay usable, and architectural or planting aspects become more apparent after dark. The trick is to do all this without making the garden too brilliant. This is when pole lights for garden settings come in handy. Positioned above ground level, they can diffuse light across lawns, pathways, driveways, courtyards, and other larger spaces. However, their usefulness depends on more than appearance. The final result depends on the mounting height, beam distribution, brightness, weather resistance and placement. Why Elevated Lighting Works in Larger Gardens A low fixture is good if you want to accentuate a particular region, but it will not reach very far. A higher fixture can cast its light over a larger swathe of terrain and, in turn...