Spring Garden Illumination There are countless factors that came into play when creating this landscape lighting design, particularly the custom pool area with a waterfall feature and multi-level alcoves and gathering areas. The homeowners, Valerie & Doug are passionate about their outdoor living space and are avid gardeners with a broad

Mansion in May is now Open! 2017 Alnwick Hall – The Abbey After Dark Architecturally, the Abbey is a mansion unlike any other. Extensive ornamental moldings accentuate every window and door. When washed with light, these intricate yet bold details produce intense shadowing which present a unique opportunity but also

I was recently interviewed for a story on how got I started, it was fun to look back and share my perspective. Here is the excerpt on my love for landscaping lighting design. As I approached my 40th birthday, I had what some may call a midlife crisis. I wanted to

With each passing day, we linger outdoors a little more to enjoy the comfortable temperatures and great weather.  Many gardens, thoughtfully designed to include a variety of interesting features, are usually draped in darkness at night. The view from inside the home has vanished but moonlighting can help accentuate the

It is our favorite time of year again….spring! We truly believe that the right landscape design, complimented with the right lighting design makes your outdoor living space a home – standing out in the pack. The right landscape lighting allows you to accent certain parts of your yard.  A lighting

About twenty-something years ago I was introduced to Stephen Covey’s (at that time) new book, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People.  The company I worked for at the time, adopted it lock, stock and barrel and wove it into the culture, providing us with constant reinforcement and frequent training.

You see them every day. They’re in our traffic lights, exit signs, and auto taillights. They flood the shelves in every store during Christmas season. They’re different, brighter, smaller, and significantly more expensive. So what is Landscape LED Lighting and why is it important?  Do I really want or need LEDs? Why

Most people realize that education doesn’t end when one lands a job. Often times, we find that that is when the real studies begin. For many of us who have embarked on second careers, a new degree or certificate is only the beginning. Those of us with more life experience

Check Out Business Podcasts at Blog Talk Radio with FD2B Talk Radio on BlogTalkRadio During this Blog Talk Radio, Michael discussed low-voltage landscape lighting, and topics such as: Misconceptions the public has about landscape lighting Common problems in lighting installations The most exciting things happening in the field of lighting