Skip to main content
Outdoor lighting

The Most Radiant Yard on the Block

The CEO and Co-Founder of American Lightscapes, Jonathan Torres, loves what he does. Especially after Daylight Savings Time.

By Susan Shalhoub
 

Why? Because there is more darkness, of course – and more darkness means more time to enjoy exterior lighting on your property.

Even from an interior perspective, looking out the window to see sparkle and glisten from the outdoors gives homeowners a warm, cozy feel.

“Exterior lighting doesn’t only emphasize focal points on your property such as a long driveway or a stunning palm tree, it also provides an element of safety and security,” Jonathan said. This is an important point to note as Jonathan is a former law-enforcement officer who left the force to start American Lightscapes with
Co-Founder Dayne Ford – and never looked back.

The company serves the Sarasota and Manatee County regions.

“What I do now – meeting with clients for a consultation and discussing ways to visually expand their outdoor space, whether it’s lighting a beautiful landscape, pool area or driveway – is truly tapping into my creative side and such a rewarding career change for me,” he said.

Lighting for lanai and pool cage enclosures, either as a fixed color, Bluetooth programmable or dimmable versions, is a very popular seller. For good reason, as you can turn up the multi-colored lights while entertaining guests or dim them down to enjoy a quiet evening on your patio.

Exterior lighting designs, typically the classic, elegant white in the non-holiday season, and changing to colorful holiday-specific themes throughout the year, add visual interest, beauty and emphasis to the best elements of your property. But they are also a sensible investment, says Jonathan.

  In terms of electric costs, because these are 100% LED systems, the average residential property takes only about 25 cents of power to run all night long. “Homeowners can set it to be on as long as they want. Personally, I like dusk to dawn,” he said. “It’s nice to wake up in the middle of the night and see the property illuminated.”

American Lightscapes stands by their workmanship and products, providing warranties on both. They sell various lines of products at different price points, including the industry-leading FX Luminaire. So American Lightscapes customers can rest easy. Not only is your investment protected, but this exterior lighting adds to the value of your home.

“An American Lightscapes design enriches the property’s curb appeal when it comes time for resale, as well as increasing the enjoyment during the time a homeowner is living there,” said Jonathan.

With specialized company installers on every job, customers can quickly see their home, yard, outdoor areas and landscaping in a new light.

Call American Lightscapes today at (941) 208-0867 to learn how they can illuminate and beautify your property, and visit americanlightscapes.com to see examples and read reviews from their impressed clients.