A 70-acre Hunt Country farm project started with skepticism, evolved through phased trust, and culminated in a flawless fundraising event—and a personal invitation beyond the work itself. This project wasn’t about lighting fixtures. It was about experience, judgment, simplicity, and designing for growth without excess.

Spring in Northern Virginia is the perfect time to refresh your outdoor spaces. With warmer weather and longer days, homeowners have an opportunity to enhance landscaping, improve functionality, and add beauty to their properties.

Whether you’re installing a new patio, planting a garden, or building a deck, planning your lighting upfront ensures proper placement, avoids unnecessary digging or disruption, and enhances safety and ambiance from day one.

Here are 8 spring projects you can tackle now—with tips on how to integrate outdoor lighting into each one.