Tips for outdoor lighting

First of all, we must realize that the lighting needs of outdoor space - in relation to an interior, are completely different. There are common parameters, such as the proper distribution of lighting, similar to the use of space, but since there is no structure in the outdoors, we need to focus our attention on specific points.

The use of space determines the amount of LED lighting we need. For example, in restaurants, the lighting should be sufficient to create a pleasant atmosphere, but at the same time, one can eat or have a problem-free activity (there are countless restaurants where you do not see what you eat). to highlight, to highlight the architectural elements of the building (faces - vertical elements), to live the vegetation (trees - shrubs). Each case is specialized depending on the subject to be illuminated. Another category is signage, it concerns passageways (stairs, paths) and delimitation (pillars) so that you can move safely.

A very important issue that demands our attention is the degree of waterproofness as well as the material that the luminaire is made of. We should not forget that an outdoor luminaire will encounter weather conditions requiring a degree of leak-proof ness, the resistance of the material to rain, air, humidity, sun. In the case of waterproofing, there are fluctuations ranging from IP44 to partially enclosed spaces (balconies), IP54 for uncovered spaces (vertical surfaces - walls, floor lamps), IP67 for fully watertight luminaires (sinks) and IP68 for indoor luminaires in the water (swimming pools, fountains).
Do not be afraid of the changes in the temperature of light. Create an interesting game with cool and warm lighting. Some plants are better emphasized with cold light, (olives cypress, olives), others with warm (laurels, pines). Cold light gives a sense of joy but also impressive. Never use cold lighting in sitting areas because you will create anxiety for yourself and your guests.
Very basic is the lighting study, especially at the stage where work is done in the building or in the garden (it saves you time and money). Expert lighting consultants can protect you from a lot of mistakes. From where the benefits, durability, and reliability of the product should go, up to the type of luminaire that will give the desired result (do not all do the same job). Also, do not forget that we have to do with an external environment, so the whole result has to blend harmoniously with the surrounding environment and not cause light pollution (how many times have we not looked away just to avoid a beam of light or even worse in homes seeing them lit up you think every day is Christmas).