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Are You Ready? Outdoor Lighting for Your Columbia Deck or Patio

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Outdoor lighting creates the best area for summer night life on your patio.
Outdoor lighting creates the best area for fall night life on your patio.

Are you ready for fall? It’s the season of mild temperatures allowing for outdoor dinners on the deck and endless late-night conversation on the patio. While personally you may be more than ready for these meaningful moments, your property may not be. So the past few weeks, you’ve been sprucing up your landscape, tending to outdoor maintenance in anticipation of the changing season ahead. While you were doing all this, did you notice any dark spots on your property after sunset? Your landscape and architecture may be illuminated, but if your outdoor living spaces are dark, your neighbors and passers-by may be enjoying your outdoor lighting more than you are.

 

Decks and patios provide a spot to enjoy fall nightlife that can be relaxing and intimate or exciting and lively. They really can be whatever you want them to be. Outdoor lighting helps you create these atmospheres. It provides mood and aesthetics and also makes your favorite outdoor living space functional after sundown. Now that milder nights will soon be here, it’s time to upgrade your outdoor lighting so you can take round-the-clock advantage of these areas, and Outdoor Lighting Perspectives of Columbia can help.

 

With LED, we may be able to add more new lights than you think.
With LED, we may be able to add more new lights than you think.

If you are concerned about the additional costs you will accrue on your energy bill by making an addition, consider LED for your deck or patio. Even if your system consists of halogen fixtures and components, LED is an option. In many cases, more LED fixtures can be added to your transformer than halogen because they pull less voltage, meaning you can get more light for the same amount of energy consumption. While some may be reluctant to mix halogen and LED lights, we would not suggest such a option if it could not be done seamlessly. Of course, if you would like to keep your system consistent, your new deck or patio addition can certainly be halogen. Or perhaps, you would like to upgrade your entire system to LED. That too can be arranged.

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We know you are ready for the cooler, fall nights outdoors relaxing and celebrating with friends and family. Be sure your deck or patio is ready too. Outdoor lighting is that final touch you have been looking for. It will elevate your outdoor living spaces and provide a safe place for your favorite gatherings. If you are ready to add deck or patio lighting, contact Outdoor Lighting Perspectives of Columbia today. We will do a custom design that will highlight the very best of your unique space. Call Outdoor Lighting Perspectives of Columbia today at (803) 935-4611, email us at columbiasc@outdoorlights.com, fill out the form to the upper right or visit our website for more information. We look forward to hearing from you soon!

Columbia Water Features are More Enjoyable with Outdoor Lighting

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Water features have become increasingly popular in Columbia backyards the last several years. It could be a rocky mountain waterfall in the corner of your yard, a pebble stream leading down to your dock or a stone structure on your patio. Water features give Columbia residents year-round enjoyment with the soothing sounds of the trickling water. But if you don’t have Columbia outdoor lighting showing off your water feature at night, you’re missing out on a lot.

Relaxing and captivating at the same time, the trickling sounds ease all the cares of the day away. Imagine sitting on your deck or patio watching the light bounce off the movement of the water at night, enjoying the full experience only possible with water feature lighting from Outdoor Lighting Perspectives of Columbia. Our approach to water feature lighting is much like our approach to landscape lighting, architectural lighting, deck and patio lighting and every other area of your outdoor living spaces. Bringing out our clients’ vision while enhancing the best characteristics of their space.

Each water feature we light is as unique as our clients, so every trait is taken into consideration as we design the best custom lighting plan for your water feature. And, we go beyond the focal aspect to look at the foliage, trees, pathways and sitting areas surrounding the feature because outdoor lighting is about enhancing the entire area. Take a look at this water feature in one of our client’s backyard. The fountain was placed in the middle of their patio so using our cast brass underwater lights were perfect for this setting. Our fixtures are made of solid brass and designed with waterproof and watertight gaskets. The lights shine up on the stone structure to show the textures of the material but also bounce off the cascading water as it falls to the base. Because our case brass underwater lights give off plenty of illumination, we only needed to add some additional path lighting around the seating area to create the perfect ambiance to this setting.

Columbia water feature lighting

 

It is important, when lighting a water feature, to illuminate the water and surroundings using various fixtures to accentuate the entire space. With this feature, not only did we light the pathway leading up to the feature, behind the water itself, but also installed up lighting on both sides to show the brick wall and creeping ivy surrounding the piece. The combination of these fixtures not only highlights movement, textures and reflections but makes the focal point one worthy of an entire night of gazing.

 

Columbia focal lighting in backyard

You may not think of a babbling creek as a water feature but if you had one that looked like this clients, you would definitely want to view it and listen to it from the deck above. All that was needed to bring this water movement to life at night were our copper path lights placed along the edges of the brook. The light reflects off the water as it dances down the stream bringing hours of soothing enjoyment to these homeowners.

Columbia path lighting by water

Choosing the perfect lighting effect for your Columbia water feature is part of the custom design plan you will receive from Outdoor Lighting Perspectives of Columbia. Our extensive line of copper and brass fixtures and our experience in the outdoor lighting industry allows us to choose the perfect light for your space. You’ll receive nothing but awe-inspiring beauty.

If you have a water feature or are considering the addition of one at your Columbia home that you would like to enjoy even more after the sun goes down, give us a call. We are the area’s premier outdoor lighting designers and will capture that look and feel you desire. All the work you put into making it look great during can be enjoyed at night with custom outdoor lighting from Outdoor Lighting Perspectives of Columbia.

Outdoor Lighting Perspectives of Columbia

Kenny Kaufman, Owner

Outdoor Lighting Perspectives of Columbia
803-935-4611
columbiasc@outdoorlights.com

Outdoor Lighting Perspectives of Columbia Nominated as The Best Outdoor Lighting Company

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Columbia Metro MagazineWhat’s your definition of the word best? Merriam-Webster online describes it as better than all others in quality or value, most skillful, talented, or successful and most appropriate, useful, or helpful. Thanks to the readers of Columbia Metropolitan Magazine, Outdoor Lighting Perspectives of Columbia has been nominated as the Best Outdoor Lighting Company in the 24th Annual Best of Columbia contest and we couldn’t be more thrilled!

Columbia Metropolitan Magazine says that readers consider this year’s winners to have worked hard to offer service of the “highest degree” with moral standards that offer customers the utmost degree of integrity. That’s how we treat every client at Outdoor Lighting Perspectives of Columbia. Every call that comes in is regarded as if they are our only client. From our custom outdoor lighting designs created to highlight each unique characteristic of their property to our professional installation, done as if it were our own home, to proactive maintenance to make sure their outdoor lighting system continues working perfectly and of course our superior customer service ensures each client is treated with the utmost degree of integrity.

Best of ColumbiaBeing nominated is an incredible honor but the contest is not over. Now we need you to cast your vote! Follow the link http://columbiametro.com/Columbia-Metro/Best-of-Columbia-Ballot/ if you agree with the readers of Columbia Metropolitan Magazine and believe Outdoor Lighting Perspectives of Columbia is the Best Outdoor Lighting Company in Columbia. Voting continues until Monday, October 13th!

If you’re looking for the best outdoor lighting system for your Columbia home, deck, patio, dock, pool area or landscaping, give us a call. You’ll see firsthand how we we’ll treat you with the utmost integrity. We can also custom design the perfect outdoor lighting plan for your outdoor living spaces and show you how beautiful and functional your home can be night after night. Give Outdoor Lighting Perspectives of Columbia your vote today and then give our office a call to get started on your own best outdoor lighting plan.

Kenny-Kaufman

Kenny Kaufman

Outdoor Lighting Perspectives of Columbia
(803) 935-4611

Columbia Outdoor Lighting Keeps Your Gamecocks Party Going After the Game

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custom-southcarolina-gamecocks-neon-sign-3_giantWe admit it; we’re kind of crazy for the Gamecocks here in Columbia. It was a tough start to the season but there’s plenty of time to rally back and bring home some wins. If you’re ready to host a football party for some of the remaining games on your Columbia deck or patio, call Outdoor Lighting Perspectives of Columbia to install outdoor lighting so your celebration can last long after the big win.

 

If you can’t make it to the next home game or want to watch the Gamecocks play their 5 away games tailgating on your deck or patio, let us help create the perfect atmosphere with Columbia outdoor lighting. In fact, we can install an entire outdoor lighting system that will make your outdoor living spaces the preferred place to be for the remainder of the season.

 

Outdoor lighting can be installed in unique ways for a custom lighting plan.
Outdoor lighting can be installed in unique ways for a custom lighting plan.

Columbia deck and patio lighting can enhance your spaces and create zones used for different tasks. We can take our high quality outdoor lighting fixtures and install them in unique ways like upside down around your grilling area, with extra switches that allow them to be turned on or off when the burgers and brats are done, above a bar or island area as pendant lighting to display the delicious smorgasbord or even under built in benches or a seating area where your grilling perfection can be enjoyed.

 

The game on the 13th against the Bulldogs kicks off at 3:30pm. At games ends, your party could just be starting and you’ll want your friends to stay and celebrate.  Instead of fighting your way out of the parking lot, you could be sitting back and enjoying the fall weather with great company. When you’re ready to move to another area on your deck or patio or even over to your outdoor fireplace or firepit, everything will be perfectly lit to avoid tripping hazards or bumping into furniture.  With Columbia step and path lighting your guest will be able to travel safely to their cars at the end of the night. Accent lighting can even be installed so your guests can see that garnet and black flag flying high in your yard.

 

Let us create the perfect outdoor lighting plan for your deck.
Let us create the perfect outdoor lighting plan for your deck.

Let Outdoor Lighting Perspectives of Columbia custom design a deck or patio lighting plan to fit your needs. Our Columbia LED outdoor lighting is energy efficient, our high quality outdoor lighting fixtures are made from solid copper to blend in beautifully with your landscaping and our experience will give you an outdoor living space your proud to show off long after football season is over. Give us a call today for a free consultation!

 

Kenny-Kaufman

Kenny Kaufman

Outdoor Lighting Perspectives of Columbia
(803) 935-4611

 

Outdoor Lighting Makes a Grand Entrance in Forest Acres

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Making an entrance is a beautiful thing, especially when it is done right.  We aren’t talking about tripping over a chair as you enter the room, spilling a tray of drinks all over the guests so that all eyes are on you.  We are talking about the grand entrance outdoor lighting can make to your Columbia area home.  Take for example the entrance we enhanced with landscape lighting at this home in Forest Acres.

Starting with a beautiful home makes our job easy.  While the homeowners had  lights by their front door, they weren’t portraying that welcoming feeling they had envisioned.  Not only was the home difficult to see from the street at night, the gorgeous palm trees that we are fortunate to have in our area were completely lost.  They knew they wanted to create an atmosphere that welcomed them home after a long day.  We were able to do this with just a few Columbia landscape lighting fixtures.

Palm Tree Lighting Forest Acres

We started with the trio of palm trees near the top of their driveway.  By positioning Columbia landscape lighting fixtures at the bottom of the trees, we not only illuminated the trunks of the trees, showing the textures that can only be found in palms, but we were able to light all the way up to the unique shape of the fronds.  Lighting the palm trees also brightened the darkened corner of the home.

 

Driveway Lighting Forest Acres

 

Going further down the drive we added six of our copper path lights to the sides.  Our path light is one of our most versatile outdoor lighting fixtures, spreading a warm ambient light on the drive and surrounding grounds to give the perfect amount of illumination.  Path lights are great for this application as well as in landscaping because they are lower to the ground and give off just enough light to bring out the colors of your flowers or guide you safely through a walking area.  Because they cast light down, they also work great in naturally dark or secluded areas where you just want a soft accentuation of light or increased visibility.

 

If you’re interested in bringing any of your outdoor living spaces to life at night call Outdoor Lighting Perspectives of Columbia.  We have a full line of quality copper outdoor lighting fixtures that can be used in a variety of applications.  Our nighttime demonstrations and custom outdoor lighting designs are part of our process so you can see what your spaces will look like before the work is Kenny-Kaufmandone. Whether you want to enhance the curb appeal of your home or add deck lighting, dock lighting, landscape lighting or anything in between, we are Columbia’s best choice when it comes to custom outdoor lighting.  Give us a call today to see what we can do for you.

Outdoor Lighting Perspectives of Columbia
(803) 935-4611

 

 

 

Fly the American Flag Proudly This July 4th Here in Columbia

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4th of July fireworks
The 4th of July is right around the corner!

The Fourth of July, the day we celebrate living in a country that gives us opportunity and freedom, is just a week and a half away. It’s the time we all remember what we have been given and what it has cost. There will be fireworks, food, and lots of red, white, and blue in our clothing and the décor. And flags will be flying – lots of them. Really, what better way is there to show your gratitude and pride in our country than by flying our flag proudly? If you are displaying the American Flag this July 4th, remember that Flag Code requires that the flag only be flown from sunrise to sunset, unless it is “properly illuminated during the hours of darkness” (U.S. Flag Code). You can, of course, take down your flag at sunset, but if you want to show your patriotism all night, let Outdoor Lighting Perspectives of Columbia help by providing beautiful lighting for your flag.

 

According to Flag Code, American flags flow after sundown must be illuminated.
According to Flag Code, American flags flow after sundown must be illuminated.

If you already own an outdoor lighting system, adding a few lights for your flag is easy and probably cost less than you might think. By adding LED fixtures, you can have dramatic illumination that mixes seamlessly into a halogen system and doesn’t pull much voltage from your transformer. The LED fixtures will consume less energy over time, so your energy costs less month to month then if you install halogen.

 

Let Outdoor Lighting Perspectives of Columbia highlight your flag this July 4th.
Let Outdoor Lighting Perspectives of Columbia highlight your flag this July 4th.

Chances are we will probably choose one or more spotlights or well lights to illuminate your flag and we will probably use the uplighting technique commonly used to light trees. If however, your flag is suspended on your porch, we have the option of exploring other techniques and fixtures. No matter how we illuminate your flag, we will ensure that it is visible, beautiful, and noticeable. If your flag is located near a wall, we will also be conscious of the shadows it can create. If appropriate to the wall and surroundings, we may even highlight the shadow using a technique known as shadowing. Of course, we will still be certain to illuminate your flag itself so your patriotism and respect for our flag clearly shows.

 

So as you get ready for the 4th of July, don’t forget the most iconic symbol of the holiday – the American flag. Be sure it waves proudly and majestically all day and all night. Contact Outdoor Lighting Perspectives of Columbia. We will ensure this treasured symbol stands out to remind your family and neighbors what the celebration is all about.

 

Kenny-Kaufman

 

Kenny Kaufman, Owner

Outdoor Lighting Perspectives of Columbia
803-935-4611