Architectural outdoor lighting decorates buildings, landscapes

Architectural outdoor lighting is used to highlight or obscure the surroundings. It is the process of shaping, altering, or changing people's perception of a structure, surface, or area by the use of light.  

It can also be described as a form of art where the only restrictions are those of the imagination. The luminaires must typically be kept as concealed as possible, unless they are works of art in and of themselves, as providing visual comfort and establishing environments that evoke strong emotions are the most crucial roles they perform. Common external uses include accentuating distinct landmarks like monuments or signages, or creating façade lighting using wall-washing or blade techniques. 

Purpose of lighting design 

Establishing the major design goal is the first step in thinking about outside lighting. The target could be highlighting important elements, giving otherwise unnoticeable surfaces some drama, or just making an easy path and entryway. Trees and plants can be emphasised as well as a building's architectural aspects. Let's determine the outdoor places which require focus, then look for solutions for each one, whether it's ambient string lights for the ideal outdoor party or task lighting for safety. 

Next, when creating our lighting design, we should be aware of the fundamental sorts of fixtures. 

Lastly, we ought to consider upkeep and security. A dark yard or aisle has many dangers, especially for guests who are not familiar with our space.  

Therefore, it is important for architectural outdoor lighting to ensure the safety in aisles. The lighting is also used to ensure security because it is one of the factors that can prevent thieves. 

Smart lighting can be used to prevent thieves from breaking in our homes. 

Types of Outdoor Lighting 

Task Lighting 

To illuminate pathways and entrances, task lighting is a crucial place to start. Task lighting becomes crucial when carrying out particular duties. Outdoor lighting is useful at many places, from driveway, pathway, and deck to outdoor steps. Make sure to choose a wet-rated fixture if the site is exposed to the weather. Additionally, users also need to ensure that the light fixture is marked as external illumination on all occasions. 

Ambient Lighting 

This type of lighting provides a general illumination to the outside space. Using an excessively bright lightbulb outside is a common error. In general, a bulb with a lower lumen output or wattage works well in low light. These are typically post lights or outside wall lights. Often referred to as general lighting, ambient lighting emits a pleasant amount of brightness without creating glare, enabling safe vision and walking. 

Accent Lighting 

By generating visual interest, accent lighting brings drama to an outdoor area. Lighting specific areas, such as walkways, doorways and landscaping requires careful consideration. We can draw attention to architectural elements, planting areas, and trees. Spotlights are typically used to provide this kind of lighting. Here, a taller building or tree can be used to generate drama with the use of up lighting. 

Choosing suitable lighting 

Architectural outdoor lighting is frequently used for commercial buildings to illuminate the entire surface or highlight attractive details.  

But it is not just used for space lighting. Exercise caution while utilizing uplights since they can easily produce unwanted glare and light pollution. It is important to take into account the users in the area as poorly installed lighting can produce glares that affect people working on site and those entering and exiting the building. 

Outdoor Wall Lighting 

Walkway or Path Lighting                                                           Landscape Floodlight 

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