Just 30 minutes from the Adelaide CBD lies the historic and picturesque German township of Hahndorf. A popular tourism destination and home to some of South Australia's best loved wineries, Hahndorf expresses a rich history of quality and craftsmanship. The new Sidewood Estate cellar door and restaurant is no exception to this, as it has built up a remarkable reputation through its premium cider and wine ranges. 

Contrast of light and dark plays a big part in stimulating our senses, and by combining a variety of our steps lights, garden spike lights, strip lighting,  festoon lighting and bollard lighting we were able to produce a cohesive design that connected the surrounding landscaped gardens to the main building. The feature gum in the decked outdoor balcony has been wrapped in our commercial grade fairy light system called Twinkly. It can be controlled via a free app through any smart phone device to not only change colour, but custom design any pattern they wish. The black step lights mounted to each pole under the railing (picture below) are our own Saffire step lights.  Simple and discreet they create quite an impact for only 1W. The stairs are illuminated by washing light out over the step, not up into your eyes. The Keo Horizon step lights do a great job of this, and are impact resistant meaning they could even be driven over! Our little Quartz hardscape lights show the way down the lush green croquet lawns, and our IP68 weatherproof Halo Strip Lighting is under mounted into the handrails at the entry to lead and welcome you to the estate. For a more romantic and fun vibe our own Florence Festoon lights can be seen draped across the back verandah, adding warmth and visual interest.

Warm white lighting is a key element in softening a space to induce relaxation and comfort. Venues like cellar doors, wineries, restaurants, wedding venues and the likes are there to invite you in and encourage you to experience what they have to offer. Downlights are generally the go-to for many people, but as you can see from the photo's we've taken here at Sidewood, wall lights, pendant lights, recessed step lights and strip lighting all offer interest and ambience whilst also adding a sense of character and purpose. Utilising reflected lighting and fittings with lateral spread ensures balance and ambience.  

When working with exposed rafters or beams, track lighting offers a practical solution, especially for hospitality venues. The flexibility of being able to  move fixtures, add on more lights and manipulate the angles of the lights really allows the space to adapt for various uses and functions.

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​Remember lighting really is worth taking the time to discuss with your architect or builder as it can change the whole feel to your new build. At LED Outdoor + Architectural we are here to help. From fixture selections to full lighting plan designs, our friendly and professional team are keen to make your space look the best it can.

Andrea Merchant  

Let the golden warm glow from our Florence festoon lights allow you to add a bit of fun and mood to your outdoor space. The commercially rated weatherproof festoon lights offer a durable lighting solution that can be left up year round. Purposely designed with 1W safe clear polycarbonate globes spaced every 50cm, you can be assured that these 24V low voltage lights will handle the task at hand. 

Some benefits of festoon lighting include:

1. Atmosphere: Festoon lights create an instant warm and inviting atmosphere to any space whether that be indoors or out. The simplicity of the festoon is what makes it such a classic and timeless element. The amount of light that the Festoon produces is almost perfect, hang them up in your garden or patio for a warm and intimate feel for outdoor entertaining. Alternatively hang them inside, down a wall or over a bed head to create a stylish and modern interior look. 
2. Safe and long lifespan: Our Festoon lights run on a 24V low voltage system making them very safe and easy to install. 1 Watt globes are spaced every 50cm and have been specifically designed in clear polycarbonate for safety. Designed with heavy duty self-leveling cable and waterproof connectors on both ends these lights are built to withstand all weather conditions from heavy rain to the harsh summer sun.
3. Easy to install: The globes very easily screw into the long rubber cable. The fixture is very flexible and enable you to put them wherever you want and whenever you want them up. Perfect for inside or outside, front or back garden all that is required is a few attachment points such as trees, balconies, roofs, etc.
4. ​Suitable for any occasion: Perfect for permanent exterior installations, our 10 metre Kits can be easily cut down or connected together to form longer runs. We also have custom lengths available upon request. The Festoon lights have become very popular for use in public spaces, interiors, cafes, pubs, wineries, restaurants and residential areas. 

NOTE:
- A support cable is required for cable runs over 10m. 
- To avoid voltage drop do not exceed 50m in one continuous run. 
- 10m kits can be connected together to make a long length or cut anywhere to make shorter. We also sell by the metre from 100m reels so we cater to everyones needs.

Please fell free to contact us for more details. 

Well done, you've made the effort to learn how to install your garden lights properly. It's not rocket science but it will take a bit of patience especially if you haven't done much soldering before. If you are unsure try and get someone who is confident to either show you or help you out.  A good landscaper or qualified electrician may seem costly in the scheme of things at the beginning, but the pain it can cause you in the long run if water seeps in to your wiring will hurt your pocket more.
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