Key takeaways
- Light in layers, not one big glow
- Angle matters more than brightness
- Contrast makes things look three-dimensional
- The Fixture Planner shows how many fixtures a layout needs
The best-looking night views are not the brightest. They are layered.
Three layers
Foreground light shows paths and beds, middle light shows the house and trees, and background light shows distant trees and walls. Together they give depth.
Angle beats brightness
A low beam across a wall shows texture. A beam from straight on flattens it. Shielded fixtures keep the glare out of your eyes.
Contrast
Dark areas are part of the design. Leaving some parts dim makes the lit parts glow.
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