Unique Lighting Designs Posts
Project Overview When restoration efforts began on the historic Dr. Susan La Flesche Picotte Center in Walthill, Nebraska, the goal was not only to preserve an important piece of [...]
Hidden on an old campground outside of Elkhorn, this remarkable home compliments the natural elements of its surroundings. It has several distinctive characteristics, from the mix of materials and [...]
A well-executed outdoor deck lighting design can extend the nighttime use of your space while creating a warm and inviting ambiance for evening enjoyment and increase safety. As the [...]
For the people of Papillion, the Veteran’s Memorial is a way to bring the community together, creating a sense of honor and pride for the men and women who [...]
It’s officially summer, and Independence Day is right around the corner! Whether you plan to spend it in Omaha entertaining a small soiree or in your backyard solo, we [...]
After a hot day, what better way to end it than a relaxing—and refreshing— late-night dip in the pool? Most pools have underwater lights to make a late-night swim [...]
Flag Day is coming up on June 14. It is a day to honor the American Flag and what it represents. There are certain lighting requirements when the American flag is flown [...]
Hidden on an old campground outside of Elkhorn, this remarkable home compliments the natural elements of its surroundings. It has several distinctive characteristics, from the mix of materials and [...]
What Questions Should You Ask an Outdoor Lighting Contractor? Quick answer: Ask about their experience specializing in lighting (not general landscaping or electrical work), [...]
As the gloomy winter months are behind us, the promise of warmer temperatures and the opportunity to spend more time outside are on the horizon. Perhaps it’s from being [...]
A water fountain is a magnificent feature of a home, garden, or outdoor space. If it is a distinctive feature on your property, landscape lighting can transform it into [...]
The path leading to the front entrance of your home is one of the most popular places for landscape lighting. There are several beneficial reasons to illuminate the walkway too. It can [...]
Have you ever pulled into a driveway so dark you had difficulty navigating your way around it? Perhaps, you worried about hitting something on the property or wondered if [...]
It’s the best time of the year. The days may be getting shorter, but Omaha’s beautiful autumn weather makes it comfortable enough to spend more time outside long after [...]
As the fall begins in Omaha, we can look forward to using our outdoor areas more. Outdoor fireplaces are a wonderful place to enjoy its warmth with loved ones. [...]
As we approach more enjoyable weather, you might spend these chilly evenings gathered around the warmth of your fire pit. The fire pit is an outdoor feature commonly enjoyed [...]
Whether you’re just trying to understand some of the popular landscape lighting design techniques or preparing to meet with a designer, it’s a good idea to know some of [...]
A deck or patio is a wonderful extension of the home. If you are ready to utilize yours more into the evenings, then you are going to love these [...]
What better way to spend these long, leisurely summer nights than at your lake home? From the late nights spent gathering around the fire pit telling stories and roasting [...]
The garage is often a prominent portion of the front home. Outdoor garage lighting can increase nighttime security while also providing a unique curb appeal. In this post, we [...]
The backyard of a lake home can be a wonderful place for entertaining and taking in the beautiful sunset views. Late at night, it can be difficult to see [...]
Being on an unlit dock or near the lake can be dangerous in the dark of night. It can be difficult to see tripping hazards or elevation changes. One [...]
These warmer months are wonderful for hosting backyard BBQs, wine nights with the gals, and other outdoor events. But, once it gets dark you are left with two options [...]
If you have ever tried cooking in an outdoor kitchen at night, you know how difficult it can be. Having the proper lighting is essential to safe grilling and [...]
Many homeowners have a gate or fence surrounding their backyard or pool area. It can be difficult to enter or navigate your gate entrance in the dark of night. A little [...]
As homeowners, we put a lot of time and energy into our home. From mowing the lawn and trimming the bushes to sprucing up the exterior and making improvements, [...]
This elegant estate located in Omaha, Nebraska, stands in an established neighborhood full of mature trees. When the homeowners purchased the home, it had a lighting system with older [...]
If you have ever walked your property at night, you know how difficult it is when you can’t see where you are going or what’s in front of you. [...]
A deck and patio in Omaha, Nebraska, has been transformed into a functional, family-friendly outdoor space with the perfect splash of light. Some enhancements to the previously uncovered deck [...]
Built in 1966, the Danish Brotherhood Building has a beautiful white stone exterior, stepped dormers, and a distinctive copper spiral shaped spire art piece that sits on top of [...]
If you prefer landscape lighting fixtures that are barely noticeable, then you’ll want to learn more about these stylish LED well lights. They’re versatile, durable, and provide excellent illumination. [...]
There’s a NEW project in our gallery. This dream vacation home is tucked away in a secluded lakeside peninsula. The outdoor space includes an infinity edge pool, perimeter overflow [...]
Did you get a chance to read Sunday’s edition of the paper? McKay Landscape Lighting’s Outdoor Lighting Designer, A.J. Coleman, was featured in an article about creating unique, active play [...]
Working with our clients to come up with unique outdoor lighting design ideas to fit their personal style is what we enjoy about what we do. Today’s blog post [...]
About a year ago the homeowners of this newly constructed outdoor space started planning the backyard of their dreams. The initial backyard renovations included an in-ground pool the whole [...]
Refurbishing an older home can sometimes be a daunting task. It took the homeowners about three years to completely restore this historic home in Omaha. Built in the 1920’s, [...]
Want to know what is involved in managing large and complex landscape lighting residential projects? For one, lots and lots of planning and coordination, especially when several contractors are also involved in the project. Owner [...]
A garden can be a peaceful sanctuary. It’s a wonderful place to relax and unwind while being surrounded by nature and blooming flowers. After a full day of work, dinner, [...]
When you think of the treehouse you had as a kid, you think of all the wonderful memories you made with your siblings and friends. The hideaway it created [...]
Chilly nights like these are perfect for a relaxing evening under the stars, next to a cozy outdoor fireplace or fire pit. Landscape lighting is a great addition to increase the [...]
The past few weekends here in Omaha remind us that warmer weather is on the horizon. These nice evenings provide an opportunity to cozy up on our deck or [...]
Now that we’ve provided tips for lighting your home for security and safety, let’s dive into the fun stuff. Lighting to accentuate the beauty of your home and boost [...]
Although winter arrived not that long ago, we’re counting down the days until spring. Only 61 more days! While we love the beauty of winter, there is something about [...]
If there is one thing we love, it is a fixture with an element of uniqueness and functionality to it. So you can imagine, when we came across these bollards, it didn’t [...]
When new homebuilders contacted AJ Coleman, outdoor lighting designer, they were looking to forgo the traditional coach lights for their home. Knowing they wanted quality fixtures to light the [...]
You’re considering outdoor lighting for your home, when the company already working on your place mentions they do lighting, too. You think, great we’ll have them do it. Or maybe you even try the do-it-yourself [...]
As a homeowner, you invest time and money into making your home look good during the day and often overlook it’s evening opportunities. Low voltage landscape lighting can extend your [...]
Technology has changed a lot in the past twenty years. Did you know that the first outdoor fixtures were developed from mayonnaise jars, painted coffee and fruit juice cans, [...]
At McKay Landscape Lighting, we’ve noticed more of our clients are creating outdoor living areas for entertaining and spending more time enjoying the outdoors after the sun goes down. [...]
Happy Friday everyone! Since we are counting down the days to spring, why not feature some hot trends on our radar! Here are a few things to inspire you [...]
McKay Landscape Lighting has experience lighting a number of different aspects of a property. One unique aspect that is often requested is outdoor pavilion lighting. Pavilions are an integral [...]
In honor of Memorial Day, we would like to shed a little light on flagpole lighting. If you have a flagpole in your front or backyard, consider the impact [...]
While we like to stay away from using colored lenses at McKay Landscape Lighting, adding a Cool White LED bulb to a Blue Spruce can be a subtle and [...]
Similar to an outdoor kitchen, your deck extends your living area outdoors. As the weather continues to warm up, we are all likely looking forward to spending more time [...]
As we continue our outdoor kitchen lighting series, we move on to McKay Landscape Lighting’s unique grill lighting. One of the most important aspects of an outdoor kitchen is [...]
As homeowners, we enjoy finding ways to decorate our home and enhance its beauty. Coach lighting fixtures are a year-round accessory for the house, similar to a piece of [...]
As summer begins to near, you may be getting your swimming pool in shape for a summer of fun in the sun. Perhaps one thing that you haven’t considered [...]
Some previous posts have focused on traditional deck lights, but today the focus is on one of McKay’s newest types of lighting: Bistro lighting. This type of lighting is [...]
