Don’t let your summer get cancelled – it is time to embrace the backyard staycation! With travel plans in flux, many people are looking for things to do close to home. While you’re stuck at home due to the COVID-19 pandemic, why not create the ultimate vacation experience right in your own backyard? Outdoor living is a big part of life in San Antonio so
Landscape Lighting Systems have changed dramatically over the last 20 years with the many technological advances. If your lighting system was installed before 2005, it is likely to be either a mercury vapor or metal halide system. These are outdated and can be hard to find replacement parts. Or maybe you have a newer system that utilizes halogen lamps. Either way, there are huge
One of the many charms of the Texas Hill Country is the beautiful night sky. Some homeowners may think they should avoid installing outdoor lighting in order to preserve the night sky. However, with responsible outdoor lighting design, not only can you enjoy the night sky but also enjoy your outdoor living space. I’ve lived in the Hill Country for most of my life, and
If you are having landscape work done at your home, it is a good time to consider adding landscape lighting to your home too. The big question is….what is the right time to have the lights installed? Should it be done before, during, or after your landscape installation? There is no wrong answer to the question however installing lighting before having major landscaping work done
“As we shelter in place, the rooms where we once spent few waking hours now encapsulate our entire existence—and this short-term recalibration may have long-term effects.” Dwell Magazine spoke with architects and designers to find out what the COVID-19 pandemic means for the future of home design. Read the full article here: The importance of creating a comfortable outdoor space is a key component, “Quilting
At Landscape Lighting Guru, we love questions! It is important that potential customers ask questions when deciding on a landscape lighting designer and installer. So what are the best questions to ask? Here are the top 3 questions that will help you find the best outdoor lighting company for your needs. 1. Ask your local lighting designer about their design process. What’s their philosophy about
Landscape Lighting Guru loves our clients, our team, and doing what we do. We want to keep doing what we do in a safe and sustainable manner while providing the utmost care and professionalism for all involved. Because of this, we’ve made some changes to the way we operate effective immediately. We’ll be keeping our distance. If we are working at your home, our crew
When you think of security lighting, you probably think of ridiculously bright, glaring flood lights. Security lighting can be so much more than that! Done right, outdoor security lighting adds ambiance and beauty to a home’s exterior décor while still providing security. If you are looking to add beautiful touches to your nighttime landscaping while also improving outdoor security, there’s no better way to achieve
You don’t need to travel to have a fun experience with your family!! This year they predict a surge in staycations as people put off traveling with the threat of the coronavirus looming. Instead of planning your summer vacation, plan to make your home the outdoor retreat that you have always been dreaming about. Bringing the outdoors in is a trend that started years ago
While curb appeal is important as you get ready to sell your home, it is also important while you are living there so you can enjoy it. Your house and property can really stand out when you create curb appeal and you definitely can spot a house when it is lacking curb appeal. Landscape Lighting is a very important part of creating curb appeal
