Journal / Patios and decks
Patios and decks ideas for after dark.
Outdoor living lighting should help people gather, move, and enjoy the surrounding view. These guides consider the patio as an evening room with several layers.
Eight focused guides
Choose the question that fits your project.
These articles are planning resources for Pittsburgh-area homeowners. A property-specific design still begins with a conversation and a look at the setting.
Explore the topicBluestone patio lightingBluestone has a subtle surface that can look flat under overhead brightness and richer with nearby planting accents.Explore the topicSmall patio lightingA compact patio needs only a few carefully chosen points of light to feel complete.Explore the topicDeck step lightingDeck stairs need a readable sequence of treads without bright spots that dominate the gathering area.Explore the topicPergola lightingA pergola can hold gentle downlight while the surrounding garden adds depth beyond its posts.Explore the topicOutdoor dining lightingThe table needs enough light for comfort, but the most inviting view may come from softly lit surroundings.Explore the topicPoolside landscape lightingLighting around water calls for careful attention to reflection, glare, and applicable electrical requirements.Explore the topicCourtyard lightingA courtyard can feel larger when a feature beyond the seating area is lit and walls retain some shadow.Explore the topicBackyard entertaining zonesDining, cooking, and quiet seating often need different light levels within one connected yard.
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