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To achieve multiple layers with outdoor lighting, you’ll need to plan with depth and dimensions in mind. Plan a design around four distinctive layers of illumination. Some should distinctly overlap one another and others should blend and synthesize together.

Every outdoor lighting design is different and must be planned around the unusual dimensions of a yard and its contents. Sculptures, fountains, bridges, rock formations and ornamental structures are great for providing accents or feature lighting opportunities.

Depending on the overall emotional tone you plan to create, any number of light fixture styles and types can be used to illuminate any object. Trees are great for providing moonlighting opportunities with the use of concealed mercury vapor lights.

You might find that you’ll want to install fixtures that are completely hidden, this way they only illuminate the object of interest. You might go the opposite route and use highly decorative, visible outdoor light fixtures that add an additional aesthetic to your yard.

If you are uncertain as to the type of outdoor lighting to use, always call a professional and ask about specialty commercial grade fixtures, particularly ones for mood-setting effects . Consider having them come to your home for consultation. Most times consultation if free.