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Inspiration for Outdoor Lighting
Our outdoor spaces have become living areas, lounges, and extensions of our homes, furnished with architect-designed furniture just as we do indoors. Outdoor lighting plays a key role in this transformation, as it creates atmosphere, enhances functionality, and ensures that outdoor spaces can be enjoyed all year round. Exterior design has become just as popular as interior design, and this includes garden and outdoor lighting. The right lighting can transform your facade, terrace, garden, and driveway into a seamless extension of your home—both visually and functionally.
It is no longer enough to simply have light for orientation; we now invest in design statements that create atmosphere and define spaces while remaining aesthetically pleasing. But outdoor lighting is much more than just mood and decorative lighting. It also includes practical solutions that improve safety and everyday comfort.
RØRHAT wall lamp and garden stand
RØRHAT is a simple outdoor lamp made in Denmark with a focus on quality materials. The lamp has a classic, timeless design and is available in a variety of colours and materials, so you can choose the one that suits your outdoor space.
MIRAGE væglampe
MIRAGE is an outdoor wall light that combines clean lines and technical precision in its design. Place MIRAGE on your house wall, all the way up to the front door, to create a cosy, safe and inviting welcome to your home.
CUBE wall lamp and garden stand
CUBE is an elegant and classic wall and standing lamp, and one of LIGHT-POINT's most popular offerings. Each of the many models in this series has its own light cone, providing effective and decorative illumination.
Outdoor Lamps for Security and Safety
Outdoor lamps serve important functions and address very practical needs—namely, ensuring safety and security. They help us navigate from the carport or driveway, prevent us from tripping in the dark, and ensure that we feel secure when arriving home late at night—making it easy to find our keys at the front door. The right lighting improves orientation and creates a welcoming entrance to your home.
Lighting also has a preventive effect, deterring unwanted visitors. A well-lit driveway and facade signal activity and contribute to a secure home environment. By combining wall lights, bollard lights, and spotlights, you can achieve a balanced lighting design that not only enhances security but also highlights the architecture of your home.
Tips for Outdoor Lighting in Your Outdoor Space
There are outdoor lamps to suit every taste, location, and purpose. That’s why it’s important to carefully consider what type of lighting you actually need. Function should take priority over form in the initial selection.
Outdoor lighting should be chosen thoughtfully to prevent light pollution, as poor lighting choices can be both intrusive and wasteful. Select only the lights and fixtures that are necessary. A layered lighting approach is ideal: general lighting for orientation, mood lighting for a cosy atmosphere, and accent lighting to highlight architectural features or garden areas.
First and foremost, lighting should provide guidance, and secondly, it should create ambience and the desired mood. These functions require different types of fixtures and a well-thought-out lighting plan. Wall lights with up-and-down illumination can create an elegant facade effect, while recessed spotlights or bollards along pathways provide comfortable and functional lighting.
But what should you choose? The golden rule is to select outdoor lamps that complement your home’s architecture. At LIGHT-POINT, you'll find inspiration for outdoor lighting with our range of stylish, minimalist lamps that suit most homes. And don’t forget—a well-placed light can beautifully highlight the architectural features of your house.
Whether you prefer a minimalist, modern look or a more classic design, it is essential to choose lamps made from durable materials that can withstand the elements while matching your home’s aesthetic.
ORBIT wall lamp and garden stand
The award-winning ORBIT's optics cast broad, soft light. Place it on an outer wall of your house, then illuminate your driveway with the standing model, also suited to illuminating planters and gardens.
SOHO wall lamp
SOHO is a wall lamp featuring recessed round tiles that can be placed creatively in any desired pattern on the wall. This collection is perfect for creating a striking visual impact on your outdoor space.
COMPACT wall lamp
COMPACT is a stylish and functional wall light that combines discretion with energy-saving LED technology. COMPACT is the ideal solution for illuminating outdoor passageways or tiled areas with elegance and efficiency.
Modern Solutions for Outdoor Lighting
Danes are design-conscious people, and our outdoor spaces have gained a whole new status. Today, we no longer simply refer to the terrace or garden—we speak of the outdoor space. The boundary between indoors and outdoors has become fluid.
Despite Denmark’s unpredictable weather, more and more people enjoy spending their free time outdoors, extending their living spaces outside. This means that lighting must not only be functional but also enhance the aesthetic experience of the home—both from the inside and outside. Lighting plays a crucial role in creating continuity between indoor and outdoor spaces, ensuring that the outdoor area feels just as comfortable and functional as the interior.
Garden lighting can be used to create scenic effects and define different zones. Whether you have a small balcony, a standard terrace, or a luxurious outdoor lounge, good lighting design makes all the difference in shaping your outdoor environment.
Today, there are more flexible solutions than ever, making it easier to adapt lighting to different needs. In addition to fixed wall and ceiling lamps, you can integrate portable or hybrid models that work both indoors and outdoors. A combination of fixtures and flexible, transportable light sources allows for dynamic outdoor lighting that can be adjusted for different purposes and seasons.
Terrace Lighting for Long Summer Evenings
The season of leisure and long, lazy days under the open sky is approaching—a time for cosy outdoor moments and evenings that stretch into the night. Quiet hours are spent basking in the glow of soft, warm light, wrapped in a blanket as night falls.
There is something truly special—and almost magical—about ending the day in the gentle radiance of ambient lighting. The terrace is, above all, a place for relaxation and togetherness, for friends and family, for entertainment and tranquillity. It should be a space that is functional yet flexible, inviting yet embracing.
The right terrace lighting is about balancing function and atmosphere. Wall lamps can provide comfortable general lighting or enhance the facade's appeal - perfect for areas like dining areas or lounge furniture, while recessed spotlights can highlight specific areas, such as the terrace itself or pathways. Lanterns and smaller lights can be strategically placed to enhance the atmosphere and emphasize selected design elements.
A combination of different light sources ensures a dynamic outdoor space, allowing you to adjust the lighting to match the mood and occasion.
SERIOUS wall lamp
SERIOUS offers the perfect cosy lighting for your outdoor spaces. With its design that incorporates soft and rounded lines, it allows you to adjust the direction of the light, either from above or below, as wish.
LANTERN wall lamp and garden stand
LANTERN is an elegant take on outdoor lighting. The design is almost minimalist and the lamp exudes a clean and aesthetic look whether it is switched on or off. Place it around your garden to add a stylish look to your outdoor spaces.
DELI recessed luminaire
DELI is a Danish designed recessed light. By placing several DELI lights along a staircase or as an integral part of the terrace design, you can create a cosy atmosphere in outdoor areas with ambient light to set the mood.
Create a Cosy Atmosphere with the right Garden Lighting
Combine different types of outdoor lighting and place lamps throughout the garden. Lighting should be chosen based on where you need light when spending time outside and how you want to perceive the outdoor space from inside your home.
For general garden illumination, choose broad, diffused lighting. Strategically placed wall or post lamps can provide even, comfortable lighting that ensures security without over-illuminating the area. If you want a more sculptural or dramatic effect, spotlights or uplights are great for highlighting trees or facades.
Lamps installed in grass, flower beds, or gravel can serve as beautiful markers, defining areas within the garden. A good rule of thumb is to use multiple levels of lighting—low lighting along pathways and taller lights to accentuate trees and architectural elements.
Depth and layering in garden lighting are crucial. For example, illuminate a large tree at the far end of the garden with a spotlight, use uplights for general landscape lighting, and accent low-growing plants with bollard lamps. One common mistake is over-lighting—remember, lighting should primarily set the mood. The right lighting design can emphasize the garden’s structure, create soft transitions between light and shadow, and make your outdoor space inviting—even after nightfall.
Tip: Use Sensors for Energy-Efficient Lighting
There can be money to save by choosing outdoor lamps that are only turned on when needed. Placing lamps thoughtfully can minimize energy consumption while ensuring that the light is used efficiently.
There are different types of sensors that can "trigger" outdoor lighting to turn on. A motion sensor will turn on the light when someone approaches, which can be beneficial along pathways or at the entrance to your home. It can also increase the sense of security, as you can see if someoneis approaching your property. Tip: Remember to set the motion sensor correctly, as it will otherwise turn on when the neighbour's cat or other animals pass by.
A daylight sensor reacts to natural daylight and automatically turns on the light as darkness falls. If you want to control the lighting even more precisely, a timer can additionally be connected to your installation. This can be a practical solution that ensures the light is only on during the times when you need it the most.
Outdoor lighting is not just about light – it's a way to shape your outdoor space, create ambience, and ensure functionality year-round. With the right lighting, you can highlight architectural details, create security around your home, and make your garden or terrace an inviting space for relaxation, both day and night.
At LIGHT-POINT, you’ll find a wide selection of stylish and functional outdoor lamps that combine aesthetics and quality. Let yourself be inspired, and find the perfect lighting solution for your home.
