Ep 090 Outdoor Lighting with Jan Moyer

In this episode of the Luxury Outdoor Living Podcast, hosted by Mike and Trey Farley of Farley Pool Designs, the focus is on the transformative power of outdoor lighting in creating stunning landscapes. The guest, Jan Lennox Moyer, a renowned landscape lighting designer with nearly 50 years of experience, shares her journey from interior design to landscape lighting. She discusses the intricacies of landscape lighting, including the importance of power distribution, the impact of tree growth on lighting, and the nuances of lighting design for different plants and architectural styles. The episode also covers practical advice for homeowners on planning and designing outdoor lighting systems, managing budgets, and the importance of professional installation. Moyer emphasizes the magic and tranquility that well-designed landscape lighting can bring to outdoor spaces, making them enjoyable and beautiful at night.   Discover more: https://www.jbluminae.com/ https://www.farleypooldesigns.com/ https://www.instagram.com/farleydesigns/ https://www.instagram.com/luxuryoutdoorlivingpodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/poolzila/   00:00 Introduction to Luxury Outdoor Living 01:39 Meet Janet Moyer: Landscape Lighting Expert 02:51 The Evolution of Landscape Lighting 04:46 Designing Flexible Lighting Systems 06:58 Challenges and Solutions in Landscape Lighting 10:08 The Art of Lighting Trees 13:47 Advanced Lighting Techniques and Materials 20:02 Outdoor Kitchen Essentials 23:59 Planning Your Landscape Lighting 44:23 Introduction to Staircase Lighting 47:56 Solar Lighting Issues 49:40 Lighting for Stargazing 51:11 True Crime in Landscape Lighting 52:15 Power Distribution and Voltage Drop 01:00:22 Pruning and Lighting 01:06:10 Security Lighting 01:07:27 Budgeting for Landscape Lighting 01:13:22 Quickfire Questions 01:17:36 Conclusion and Contact Information