Outdoor Holiday Lighting Design in Chicago
Outdoor holiday lighting design is about understanding the home in front of you. The rooflines, the trees, the walkways, the architectural details that make your home unique.
Our designers have been working with Chicago-area homes for over 20 years, and that experience shows in every project.
We know how to light a sprawling Tudor in Winnetka differently than a brick Colonial in Park Ridge or a contemporary home in Vernon Hills.
We know which trees to light and which to leave dark. We know how to use garlands, wreaths, and LED lines to draw the eye exactly where you want it. The result is a display that looks like it was designed for your home, because it was.
What's Included
Roofline Design
We study your roof pitch, peaks, valleys, and architectural lines to create clean, intentional lighting placement.
Tree and Landscape Design
We know which trees to light, how high to go, and whether to wrap or spotlight. Mature trees on North Shore properties are one of our specialties.
Entry and Walkway Design
The approach to your front door sets the tone. We design garlands, wreaths, and pathway lighting that welcome guests.
Full-Property Planning
Front yard, side yard, back yard, and outdoor living spaces. We design the full picture so everything is cohesive.
Template vs. Custom Design
Without Professional Help
A one-size-fits-all approach where the same lights go on every roofline the same way. Your house ends up looking like everyone else’s.
With Light Up Your Holidays
A custom design built specifically for your home’s architecture, landscape, and your personal style. Your house looks like it belongs on a holiday card.
Our Outdoor Holiday Lighting Design Work
Areas We Serve
North Shore
- Winnetka
- Wilmette
- Kenilworth
- Glencoe
- Evanston
- Highland Park
- Lake Forest
NW Corridor
- Arlington Heights
- Park Ridge
- Northbrook
- Glenview
- Barrington
- South Barrington
Lake County
- Vernon Hills
- Libertyville
- Lincolnshire
- Grayslake
Western
- Hinsdale
- Oak Brook
- Elmhurst
- Western Springs
- Barrington
- South Barrington
- Oak Park
- River Forest
- Burr Ridge
- Naperville
FAQ Questions
Anyone can clip lights along a roofline. Design is about intention: which elements of your home to highlight, how to use light to create depth and dimension, where to place garlands and wreaths for maximum impact, and how to make the whole property feel cohesive. It’s the difference between ‘there are lights on that house’ and ‘that house looks incredible.’
Yes. We’ve designed outdoor lighting for Tudors, Colonials, Craftsmans, ranches, contemporaries, and new construction across the Chicago area. Every architectural style has different lines and features, and we design specifically for yours.
Yes. We have a portfolio of before and after photos showing our outdoor designs on homes across the North Shore and greater Chicagoland. Ask during your design consultation and we’ll show you examples that match your home’s style.
Absolutely. Many of our clients want front yard curb appeal combined with a beautifully lit back yard or patio for holiday entertaining. We design the full property as one cohesive look.
What Our Clients Say
Curious about what your home could look like?
Schedule a free design call or text us at (312) 728-8499. We’ll walk through your home and put a plan together.