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Which lamps should you choose to illuminate the facade of your house?

In this article, we will discuss which lamps are best for illuminating the facade of a house, what their advantages are, and what to look for when buying them.



Facade lighting of a house is an excellent way to highlight its architectural features and create a unique atmosphere around the property. Choosing the right lights for illuminating the facade requires considering several key aspects, such as the architectural style of the house, the type of light you want to achieve, and the specific functions the lights will serve.

Why illuminate the facade of a house?

Well-chosen lighting showcases the most interesting architectural elements, giving the building a distinctive character after dark. An illuminated facade increases visibility around the house, making the space more functional, which can facilitate movement around the property. Proper placement of lights can emphasize architectural details such as cornices, windows, or entrances, and add depth to the facade. It is essential for the light to be evenly distributed and not blinding, while still providing adequate illumination around the house.

Types of lights for facade illumination

The most important task is to choose the right type of lamps. You can use outdoor wall lights, spotlights, recessed fixtures, or standing lamps installed on the ground to illuminate the facade. Outdoor wall lights are ideal for wall installation, creating upward or downward light effects that allow for an interesting visual effect. Recessed fixtures can be installed in the ground, which also increases safety when moving around after dark. Here are the most popular types of lights used for facade illumination:

Outdoor wall lights

Wall lights are a classic solution for facade lighting. They are mounted on walls, often next to entrance doors, terraces, or balconies. They come in various styles—from minimalist, modern designs to more decorative, classic models.

There are many different types of wall lights that can be tailored to the style of the building and the user's needs. Here are the most popular ones:

  • Downward-facing wall lights: These types of lamps emit light downwards, making them ideal for illuminating paths, entrances, and doors. They provide gentle, directed light that effectively illuminates the area beneath them without creating blinding glare. This type of wall light is also suitable for modern facade designs.
  • Upward-facing wall lights: These lights are suitable for highlighting the height of the building and accentuating architectural elements such as cornices or decorative details. Upward-facing light creates more dramatic lighting effects, which works well for classic and more formal buildings.
  • Bidirectional wall lights (up and down): These wall lights emit light both upwards and downwards, creating even facade lighting and a subtle lighting effect around the building. They are an excellent choice for modern homes where minimalist design and functionality are important.
  • Decorative wall lights: Decorative wall lights are available in various styles—from rustic and traditional to modern and minimalist. Depending on the appearance of the house, you can choose ornate wall lights to add character to classic buildings or simple, geometric shapes for contemporary facades.

Examples of ideal lights for facade lighting include the Adela series for use on larger buildings and Adela Midi, which can be successfully installed on single-family homes.

LED Spotlights

Spotlights are powerful light sources that can be mounted on the ground or walls. Spotlights allow for precise direction of the light beam onto a specific area, providing great flexibility in designing facade lighting. They can be used to highlight specific elements such as the facade, columns, or architectural details, or to illuminate the entire building structure.

  • Wall-mounted spotlights: These are installed directly on the facade of the building, allowing the light to be directed toward specific elements such as windows, doors, or other architectural features. Wall-mounted spotlights can be adjustable, allowing for precise control of the lighting direction.
  • Ground-mounted spotlights: These are mounted on hard surfaces or, in the case of ground spikes, directly into the ground.

Drive-over lights

Drive-over lights are discreet lamps installed in the ground—in driveways or pathways. These spotlights are installed at ground level, directing light upwards, making them ideal for illuminating the lower part of the facade, columns, trees, or the entire building. They are often used in modern designs, where upward lighting creates an interesting visual effect.

Factors to consider when choosing lights

Light color

The choice of light color significantly impacts the final look of the facade.

  • Warm white (2700-3000K): Creates a cozy, homey atmosphere. It works well on buildings with traditional architecture.
  • Neutral white (3500-4000K): This is versatile and suits most facades, especially those with modern designs.
  • Cool white (5000-6000K): Adds a modern, elegant character to the building, but may appear harsh, especially on older structures.

More information on choosing the right light color can be found in the guide "Light Color in Outdoor Lamps."

IP Rating

Outdoor lighting must be resistant to weather conditions, so it's important to pay attention to the IP rating. All lamps in our offer have the appropriate IP rating for outdoor use.

Beam angle

The beam angle of a lamp determines how widely the light spreads in space. The beam angle affects whether the light will be concentrated on a single point or evenly dispersed over a larger surface.

  • Angle of 10–30° – A narrow beam angle is ideal for highlighting architectural details such as columns, sculptures, or other specific facade elements. Spotlights with this characteristic provide concentrated light and allow for a point lighting effect.
  • Angle of 30–60° – A medium beam angle, which is versatile and used to illuminate medium-sized facade areas or spaces directly around the building. The light is more dispersed but still controlled.
  • Angle of 60–120° – A wide beam angle used to illuminate larger sections of the facade or the surrounding area. This light is more dispersed, effectively illuminating the entire facade or a large space around the house.
  • Angle above 120° – A very wide beam angle, used to evenly illuminate entire areas, such as driveways, gardens, terraces, or large building facades. Lamps with this angle work well as general lighting.

Conclusion

Facade lighting is an investment that can significantly enhance the aesthetics and functionality of your property. The choice of lights depends on the building's characteristics, the desired effect, and aesthetic preferences. Whether you opt for classic wall lights, modern spotlights, or drive-over lamps, remember to choose energy-efficient and durable fixtures that can withstand outdoor conditions. This way, your facade will look impressive not only during the day but also after dark.