Raleigh homeowners love their sunny days by the pool. With busy schedules, though, many families want to enjoy that space after dusk too. Thoughtful outdoor pool lighting in Raleigh turns your pool area into a warm, welcoming place long after sunset. It also keeps family and guests safe.
Joe Yanulevich spent more than 35 years in concert and theatrical lighting before he started lighting landscapes. On stage, light sets the mood without calling attention to itself. Your pool area deserves the same care.
What kind of lighting does a pool area need?
A pool area needs both functional lighting and mood lighting. At night, most people spend little time swimming. They’re more likely to be cooking, dining and socializing. So the lighting should support all of that and feel pleasant.
That’s why we never wash the pool with a harsh spotlight. Instead, we combine several soft effects to light the elements around the pool.
How can trees frame a pool at night?
The most natural light comes from above, like the sun and the moon. If a tree canopy hangs over your pool deck, moonlighting can create a magical effect. We can place moonlights high in tall trees or on the side of the house.
Soft uplighting adds a touch of class to any setting. River birches, crape myrtles, Japanese maples and palms are some of our favorite trees to uplight. Their complex limbs look beautiful at night, all year long. Trees near the pool often reflect on the water’s surface as a bonus.
Path lighting is a smaller version of downlighting. It lays gentle pools of light along your walkways so everyone can move around safely.
How do you light water features, walls and fences around a pool?
The landscape around your pool works like a backdrop. Many pool areas now include water features, waterfalls or decorative fences. We make sure these features aren’t over-lit. We also choose the right color temperature so the landscape doesn’t compete with the pool’s own lights.
Wall washing is the finishing touch. A soft, warm wash across walls and pillars defines the edges of the space. It gives your pool area a sense of balance and composition.
Is low voltage lighting safe around a pool?
Yes. We use 12-volt low voltage lighting around pools, which is the safe choice near water. Good exterior lighting adds ambiance, safety and security all at once.
Outdoor pool lighting in Raleigh, designed by an artist
Joe’s 35+ years in concert and theatrical lighting shape every design, and his work has earned Masters of Landscape Lighting recognition. We’d be glad to talk through ideas for your pool, home and outdoor spaces.
For more ideas, read about pool deck lighting design, moonlighting for homes in NC and tree uplighting techniques.
Ready to enjoy your pool after dark? Contact Lite Visions.
Give us a call: Nine one Nine-518-9950
