Now that sunnier days are here, the season for outdoor entertaining is starting again. From outdoor dining areas to comfortable seating areas, strategically using different lighting elements can help you create an atmosphere that's both calming and inviting. Whether you’re hosting friends and family or looking to unwind alone after a long day, choosing the right lighting can help set the perfect mood for your outdoor spaces.
Portable Lighting
Portable lighting like wireless lamps or lanterns are a great option for customizable lighting. Being able to freely place your lighting helps to accentuate the right areas at night. Whether you’re relaxing by the pool or conversing on the patio, portable lighting offers a versatile solution for creating the right ambiance.
Hugh Decorative Lantern by Lark
String Lights
String lights are another versatile lighting option that can be customized to suit whichever space you’re placing them in. They can be hung straight across pergolas, walls and rooflines, or they can be wound around posts or poles. They provide a delicate, ethereal feel to create a cozy ambiance. They’re also suitable for small spaces like enclosed porches or condo balconies.
Connect Pro 48' RGB+CCT Outdoor String Light by DALS
Statement Pendants
Outdoor pendants are a great choice if you’re looking to add an accent piece to your backyard. If you have a large patio or porch, you can hang a large scale pendant to provide some wow factor. Even in smaller areas, you can choose a pendant with eye-catching details or unique materials to add a statement-making focal point.
Smart Landscape Lighting
Smart landscape lighting offers a customizable lighting experience that can be adjusted to suit the mood. Lighting can be placed around your backyard to accentuate your gardens and other focal points like statues and walls, providing a glowing backdrop for entertaining. Create a lively party atmosphere with bright coloured lighting, or a more subtle and sleepy ambiance with a warm, subdued glow. With smart lighting, the options are endless!
Connect Pro Smart Landscape 18" Rock Light by DALS
Timeless Lantern Lighting
Lantern light fixtures are a great way to create a timeless, secret garden style in your backyard. From wall-mounted lanterns to hanging fixtures, this timeless style is an iconic choice for the English cottage garden style. If you love to garden and meander through your backyard, lanterns are a perfect choice for creating an elegant atmosphere with a touch of style.
Raley Outdoor Wall Light by Hinkley
Modern Linear Path Lighting
If your style leans more towards a modern minimalist aesthetic, linear path lights are a great choice for a streamlined look. These fixtures are sleek with clean lines and fit right in with your landscaping. Try lining your pathways with evenly spaced lights to accentuate walkways or outline your patios to highlight your entertaining areas with a modern flair.
Atlantis Square Large LED Bollard by Hinkley
Shop Outdoor Lighting to Find the Perfect Fixtures for Your Backyard
Adapting trending lighting styles to your own personal taste is key to creating a backyard oasis that truly reflects your unique style and preferences. While following current trends can provide inspiration, infusing them with your personal touch adds a layer of authenticity to your outdoor space. Mix and match different fixtures, experiment with colours and intensities, and play with placement to create a lighting scheme that feels like an extension of your style.
Shop outdoor lighting on Lights Canada to discover a range of styles and fixtures types to find the perfect lights for your backyard oasis.
