Embrace your inner festive spirit and illuminate the holiday season with an awe-inspiring display of outdoor lighting! For commercial properties, outdoor lighting is a great way to channel your business’s holiday spirit and put a smile on every customer’s face.

If you’re new to celebrating the holiday season with outdoor lighting, here’s everything you need to know before you get started with your commercial lighting for the holidays. 

Why add outdoor lighting for the holiday season?

Enhancing the holiday atmosphere with outdoor lighting isn’t just about creating a visually stunning spectacle; it’s about fostering a sense of community, joy, and celebration. Here’s why incorporating outdoor lighting is a good idea for your business this holiday season.

Bring ambiance and festive cheer

Outdoor lighting instantly infuses any space with warmth and festive spirit. It sets the stage for merry gatherings, lifting spirits and spreading joy among neighbors, customers, and passersby. Lighting up for the holidays is a cherished tradition that embodies the spirit of celebration, marking the season and its festivities in a visually stunning way.

Encourage community bonding

Brightly lit streets and businesses encourage community engagement. Whether through neighborhood tours or attracting patrons to commercial areas, these displays foster a sense of togetherness and camaraderie.

Promote businesses and joy

For commercial spaces, holiday lighting can be a powerful marketing tool. Eye-catching displays attract shoppers, increasing foot traffic and creating a memorable shopping experience. Also, studies show that well-lit environments positively impact mood. During the darker winter months, vibrant lighting can counter seasonal affective disorder and uplift spirits.

Ideas for commercial outdoor lighting this holiday season

Adding outdoor lighting during the holidays transcends mere decoration; it’s about creating lasting impressions, fostering connections, and spreading the joyous essence of the season. Here are some ideas for lights that will help your building embrace the holiday spirit.

Themed displays

Create immersive experiences by adopting specific themes such as winter wonderlands, Santa’s workshop, or a magical forest. Incorporate corresponding lighting elements like icicle lights, snowflake projections, or themed figurines to bring these concepts to life.

Architectural highlights

Highlight the unique architectural features of your building using uplighting, accentuating lines and textures. Adorn entrances and windows with LED lights or garlands to draw attention and create a welcoming ambiance.

Tree lighting

Trees are natural focal points. Wrap them in string lights or use color-changing bulbs to create a mesmerizing display. Consider synchronized lighting shows for a dynamic and engaging effect.

Pathway and landscape lighting

Guide visitors with illuminated pathways, using stake lights, lanterns, or LED strips along walkways. Enhance green spaces with subtle lighting to accentuate bushes, shrubs, and other landscaping elements.

Call Houston Lightscapes for expert outdoor lighting services

At Houston Lightscapes, our team has decades of experience in transforming building facades into beautiful, illuminated experiences. Contact our team today for a free consultation, and embrace the holiday spirit with stunning outdoor lighting!

The team at Houston Lightscapes takes pride in their many years of experience in the landscape lighting industry. They've been serving the greater Houston area for over 30 years bringing innovation and elegance to their designs. Learn more about Houston Lightscapes here.