In the summer months, the terrace and balcony become a second living room. Who doesn't love the long summer evenings outside? Spending a few hours outdoors and in a cozy atmosphere while relaxing with a glass of wine is simply something everyone dreams of after a stressful day at work. With well-thought-out lighting planning, the outdoor area is beautifully highlighted. Depending on what purpose the terrace is used for, very different lighting concepts are possible. Different types of lighting can be combined successfully and beautifully so that no light is missed in the evening hours. When it comes to outdoor lighting and design, the following applies: less is more! It is precisely the low power levels that create a pleasant, comfortable atmosphere. The indirect patio lighting ensures optimal comfort on the terrace and balcony. In this article we present 13 ways to make the terrace a cozy place that also fits in with the rest of the house design.
Through indirectPatio lightingexpand the living room
Carefully planned and well thought-out indirect outdoor lighting enables sensibleExtension of the living roomto the outside and creates a gentle transition between inside and outside. Individual areas and beautiful points of light are designed. Spotlights embedded in the floor, wall lights for orientation, also for accents and diffuse light can be harmoniously combined with each other. Installed only at certain points, they create beautiful light-dark contrasts that enliven the area. Outdoor furniture, objects and plants become playful lighting accents. With optimal lighting, but not blinding, the impression of an outdoor living room is further enhanced.
LED lighting
Both in the living room and on the terrace or balcony, the lighting atmosphere is perceived as particularly pleasant if the light is emitted indirectly and does not dazzle. The right color temperature is also essential, which should ideally be warm white. Energy efficiency also comes last. The use of indirect LED patio lighting meets all of these points. The lamps can be permanently installed or replaceable.
Modern Lamp Designhas constantly developed in recent years. Much has been achieved in terms of lighting systems and energy efficiency. LED bulbs use less energy than conventional lamps and you can save up to 70% on electricity. In addition to the actual task of providing light, the lights today are also great eye-catchers. With their small size, high performance and made from robust materials, the outdoor lights are perfectly protected from the effects of the weather. In addition, simple and extremely flexible assembly is possible. Depending on the situation, some models can be easily hidden in plant pots or under the greenery so that they are hardly visible during the day.
Montageand supply lines
Especially with indirect patio lighting, you want to create the effect that the lights used only come into their own in the evening and should remain hidden during the day. To do this, all supply lines must be laid in such a way that there is no risk of tripping. The cables can be dangerous, especially in the dark. Of course, it also looks unsightly if cables are lying around on the high-quality wooden or stone floor. Mobile lights are a good choice. They provide beautiful lighting accents and at the same time safety and orientation. Regardless of whether you choose LED or halogen lamps, when choosing, you should definitely ensure that the patio lights have at least protection class IP44. This ensures that they are protected from rain and dust.
lightingonthe floor for better orientation
It is not uncommon for terraces to be reached via several steps. Sometimes it happens in the dark that the steps can hardly be seen. You have to look for the way and suddenly you stumble. That's why appropriate floor lighting ensures better orientation, especially here. A few small spots embedded in the ground are usually enough to illuminate the steps. However, they must always be installed in such a way that they do not blind the eyes.
It looks particularly beautiful when...LED recessed lights in the floorframe the terrace. This not only creates a feel-good atmosphere, but also highlights tripping hazards. For example, the LED spots are installed in the terrace stairs.
Decorative indirectPatio lighting
If you like it playful and perfect for garden parties, decorative indirect patio lighting is the best choice. Light balls, fairy lights and LED lanterns do enough magicwarm light, also ensure a happy atmosphere. They are now available in different shapes and colors. Many light objects not only serve to provide light on the terrace, but also as an accent and style element. Just a few of them are enough to create enough indirect light. Here we present a few contemporary designs.
Balls of lightEx-Moon
Ex-Moon is an outdoor floor lamp from In-es.design. It is made of a special material – Nebulite®, which basically consists of resin and glass fibers and is completely insensitive to dust and water. The unique lamp is inspired by the moon, where the name comes from. The unique surface and the diffuse light it emits are strongly reminiscent of the moon as seen from Earth. The lamp is available in different sizes – 50 cm ø, 70 cm ø and 120 cm ø. It looks very elegant and particularly beautiful when several pieces are put together.
Wall lightsfor the terrace
Without a doubt, wall lights are extremely space-saving and allow lighting on small terraces and balconies. A lamp mounted on the wall used to be functional and bright, but not very comfortable and emotional. Today, wall lamps provide a pleasant, warm lighting atmosphere that is associated with the living room. At the same time, this makes it possible to set vertical light accents at certain points.
Lumfor inside and outside
Lum isa wall cladding systemmade of copper with integrated lights. It can be used both indoors and outdoors and its size is variable. You can cover an entire wall with it or create a floor lamp. The special material processing and the warm light create a unique, artistic effect that by no means goes unnoticed.
Conclusion
To create the perfect atmosphere outside, you can use a mix of fixed recessed lights and mobile lamps for outdoor lighting. Which outdoor lights you ultimately choose is of course a matter of taste, but it also depends on the environment. However, glare should always be avoided. For this purpose, lighting consultants recommend using indirect patio lighting and a warm light temperature. The new models of outdoor lights now work almost exclusively with LED technology, which ensures longevity and energy efficiency.
