Many luxury homeowners spend practically a fortune building unique and lavish landscaping designs to beautify their outdoor spaces. But all the effort goes to waste after the sun goes down, leaving very little time to enjoy the flowers, trees, patio areas, and other architectural investments you’ve added to your home.

However, there is a reasonably simple solution you can incorporate into your Springfield, MO, property to enjoy your spaces even after dark: landscape lighting. With it, you can enjoy all your outdoor property investments no matter the time of day! To discover three other reasons your residence needs outdoor lighting fixtures, keep reading below.

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1. An Extra Living Space in the Outdoor Area

A well-designed outdoor lighting system illuminates your yard and transforms it into an outdoor entertainment oasis. You can extend your living space beyond the walls of your house - all you need to do is simply step outside. 

The possibilities are nearly endless. You can throw a pool party day or night with lights added for safety and ambiance. Or you can host a quiet gathering with friends around the firepit. Guests will be able to safely navigate their way through your yard thanks to lighting fixtures that flank walkways and steps. You can even invite the neighbors over for an outdoor movie night with perfectly dimmed patio lighting, so the screen contrasts perfectly without glare. Outdoor lighting creates a space you can never get tired of enjoying, whether you’re sipping your early morning coffee at dawn or hanging out with friends late into the evening.

2. Bring Your Landscaping Features Into the Limelight

Since you’ve heavily invested in your picture-perfect landscaping, it would be a waste to let it sit in the dark after dusk. Integrating landscape lighting fixtures can highlight your home's best features, such as the pool, pond, flowerbed, patio, pergola, or water fountain. Statement lights can make the installation stand out and make your home look stunning once the sun goes down each evening. From hanging lights to step lights to spotlights, outdoor lighting fixtures play a part in beautifying your property.

3. Boost Security and Safety by Lighting Up the Yard

Illuminating pathways ensure family members and guests avoid tripping and falling accidents. Use motion sensor-activated lights that switch on when movement is detected. Not only is this energy-efficient, but it’s a practical solution for driveways and walkways.

Outdoor lighting also improves the security of your home. A well-lit space deters potential vandals and burglars from breaching your property lines, so you’re being proactive with your protection. Also, illuminating your house number and making it visible from the street helps emergency response personnel respond quickly to future emergencies.

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Are you ready to transform your outdoor spaces with professionally installed landscape lighting? Our 3D Process ensures homeowners are taken care of every step of the way during their home integration projects. If you’re ready to start a conversation about what’s possible, call us at (417) 413-4415 or fill out this contact form.