Hidden spotlights can also be placed under eaves pointing downwards to gently bathe the exterior in light and add a touch of class along with that little bit of extra security. Strategically placed ground mounted floodlights aimed toward your home's front facing will add real security while also adding to your structure's nighttime curb appeal. Or maybe you think of a classic single lamp post stuck in the middle of a front yard or motion detecting lights that flick on and off automatically near the garage. When you think of outdoor lighting, do you automatically picture that strip of solar "runway" lights that lines your neighbor's front walk or driveway. Installing low wattage lights under trees and shrubs brings out nature's beauty at night without being blinding. All of these are well and good; but why settle for what everyone is doing, when with a little innovation and vision you can light for effect as well as functionality. Here are some quick ideas for lighting your home's exterior.

If you have flower beds in your front yard, consider running an electric line out to these areas and putting in accent.