Lighting the pool for East Texas evenings.
Pool, landscape and patio lighting that make the backyard as good at night as it is during the day.
In East Texas, many of the best hours in the backyard come after the sun goes down. Good lighting turns the pool into a centerpiece at night, makes the space safer and lets you keep using it long after dinner.
Start with the pool itself. In-pool LED lights can change color, highlight steps and benches, and make the water glow. Placing them so they light the whole pool evenly avoids dark corners and harsh glare.
Light the way around the water. Step lights, deck lighting and lit stairs help people move safely between the house, the patio and the pool. The Miller project uses lighting along its custom stone steps so the path is as beautiful as it is practical.
Highlight features and landscaping. Uplighting on trees, rock work and waterfalls adds depth to the yard at night. The Phillips project's integrated lighting shows how a rock waterfall can become the focal point of the evening.
Plan the gathering spaces. Outdoor kitchens, pavilions and seating areas need task lighting for cooking and softer lighting for relaxing. String lights, sconces and fire features add warmth.
Coordinate the electrical early. Lighting is easiest and most cost-effective when it is planned with the pool's electrical and controls during design. Ask about controls that let you switch scenes or colors from your phone.
Look through our evening project photos for ideas, and tell us how you plan to use the backyard after dark.