When ordering your outdoor lighting, it is important to select the proper size of light.  Most home owners make the mistake of putting up a post light that is too small for either the post or for the home itself.  Especially with two story homes, a post light needs to be sizable to make a statement - too small of a light will get lost in your landscape. 

 

Remember that your outdoor lighting will appear about half the size when viewed from far away.  Besides the all important post light, do you need hanging lights or wall lights?  Again, bigger is better - don't be nervous about getting a light too large for either side of your door. 

 

Consider having a few post lights if you have a very long driveway or consider adding garden lighting to accentuate that long path.

 

Outdoor lighting not only lets you enjoy your yard or deck at night, it also provides added security for your home.  A well thought out lighting design can make a significant change to your landscape, making your home more beautiful!