Great lighting is not a product. It is a design decision that changes how your home feels, how it photographs, and how it lives after dark.
Light TN is an award winning outdoor lighting design firm serving Nashville, Brentwood, and Franklin with a design first approach that respects architecture, landscape, and the experience of arriving home at night. We create layered lighting plans, specify premium fixtures, and deliver a finished result that feels effortless, warm, and intentional.
What Outdoor Lighting Design Actually Means
Outdoor lighting design is the difference between a yard that is simply bright and a property that looks curated and elevated after sunset.
A true design plan considers:
• The architecture and facade composition
• The landscape structure, mature trees, plant layers, stonework, and grade changes
• How light should guide movement, not distract from it
• Glare control and beam control so the scene stays soft and refined
• Long term serviceability, wiring strategy, and system performance
If you want a home that looks incredible from the street, feels welcoming at the entry, and gains depth and mood across the property, the design phase is where that outcome is decided.
Our Lighting Design Process
This is the same process we use for premium homes throughout Brentwood, classic neighborhoods across Nashville, and estate properties in Franklin.
1. Discovery and property walkthrough
We start on site. We listen first, then evaluate architecture, landscape features, sightlines, and how you use the property.
What we identify:
• Primary viewing angles from street and key interior windows
• Arrival experience and entry hierarchy
• Architectural features worth highlighting
• Landscape focal points that deserve subtle emphasis
• Dark zones that need safe, beautiful guidance
2. Concept and layering plan
We design with layers, so the property has depth rather than a single blast of brightness.
Typical layers include:
• Architectural accent lighting that adds form and character
• Landscape feature lighting that creates dimension and texture
• Walkway and step lighting that guides without glare
• Entry lighting that feels welcoming and intentional
• Specialty moments like courtyard glow, pergola ambiance, or garden scenes
3. Fixture specification and system planning
We select fixtures based on beam control, finish, durability, and how the light actually lands on the surface. We also plan wiring and transformer strategy for long term reliability and future flexibility.
4. Implementation and craft focused installation
Design only works when execution matches the plan. Our team implements the design with careful placement, concealment, and clean wire strategy so the property looks natural in daylight and stunning at night.
5. Night aiming and fine tuning
This is where the magic happens. We return after dark to aim, shape, and balance the entire system. You will see the difference between installed and designed in this final step.
6. Ongoing support and system longevity
Outdoor lighting is exposed to nature. We offer support that keeps your system performing as intended through seasonal changes and landscape growth.
Why Homeowners Choose Light TN
Design first thinking
We design for the home, not for a parts list. The plan is driven by the architecture and the feel of the property.
Award winning quality and trusted reputation
Our work is recognized for design quality, craftsmanship, and client experience. Homeowners across Nashville, Brentwood, and Franklin choose Light TN when they want it done once and done right.
A refined, warm look that photographs beautifully
We prioritize controlled beams, soft glow, and balanced layers that look high end in person and on camera.
Premium components and careful details
Great lighting is not just brightness. It is restraint, positioning, beam control, and a system built to last.
Lighting Design Services
We design and implement lighting that feels architectural, timeless, and intentional.
Architectural facade lighting
Landscape feature lighting for trees, gardens, and stonework
Entry and courtyard ambiance
Outdoor living spaces, patios, pergolas, and pool areas
System renovations for older lighting systems that need a modern upgrade
Smart control options for scenes, schedules, and seasonal adjustments
What to Expect During Your Consultation
You will walk away with clarity on:
• What your property needs and what it does not need
• Where lighting will make the biggest visual impact
• How to avoid glare and over lighting
• How a professional design plan translates into real results
• Next steps for a design proposal and implementation schedule
- What your property needs and what it does not need
- Where lighting will make the biggest visual impact
- How to avoid glare and over lighting
- How a professional design plan translates into real results
- Next steps for a design proposal and implementation schedule
Frequently Asked Questions
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How much does outdoor lighting design cost in Nashville?
Design cost depends on property size, scope, and complexity. After a walkthrough, we provide a clear proposal that reflects the design intent and the level of detail needed for a premium result.
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Do you offer lighting design only, without installation?
Yes. If you need a design plan, fixture specification, and guidance for implementation, we can provide a design only scope. Many clients choose full service so the final result matches the plan precisely.
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How long does the process take?
Most projects move from consultation to concept to implementation in stages based on scope and scheduling. The final night aiming and fine tuning is always included because that step completes the design.
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Can you renovate an older outdoor lighting system?
Absolutely. Many properties in Brentwood, Nashville, and Franklin have older systems that need new fixtures, better beam control, cleaner lighting layers, and updated components.
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What makes a lighting system look high end?
Beam control, glare control, subtle layering, and careful aiming. High end lighting is more about restraint and placement than brightness.
