Lighting indoors and out is a critical element of your home. As you know, it's a functional need for visibility, safety, and a host of reasons. And there's an aesthetic side, as lighting adds panache and flair, bringing out all the beauty and detail in a home.

Although many people like to go DIY with landscape lighting, professional designers and installers have years of training and experience in avoiding many pitfalls. In this blog, we've put together five top landscape lighting installation tips from the experts that help you think about outdoor lighting for your Atlanta, GA, home. 

Some people may know a lot about home audio – the indoor type – but when it comes to outdoor audio, they might not know where to start. Outdoor sound systems can be quite simple in some circumstances, but when you attempt to cover a large area, it’s not quite the same as, say, hooking up a receiver to two stereo speakers. 

So what should you know about outdoor audio for your Buckhead, GA, home that no one is telling you? We’re going to spill the beans below!

Rosemary Beach may not get freezing temperatures, ice, and snow, but we do get our share of weather events. Plenty of rain, abundant sun, salty Gulf breezes, and 90%-plus humidity can take its toll on the outside of Florida Panhandle homes. On the other hand, this beautiful weather also drives us to enjoy an outdoor lifestyle. And that means our outdoor entertainment needs to be up to the task of surviving and even savoring Florida. 

For outdoor sound systems, we have the solution you’ll want. Sonance outdoor speakers come from the company that practically invented architectural and outdoor speakers. In this block, we’ll take a look at two of their most rugged speakers – Rock and Mariner – that deliver years of aural enjoyment outside. Please keep reading to learn more!

Once upon a time, the hearth (or fireplace) was the place where families gathered. In the 1950s, a new device became popular for doing the same, but it was far more entertaining than a fire – the TV. Some might lament the simplicity of days gone by, but there's no denying how important a communication and entertainment medium TV has become. 

We have some good news for gathering your family around the new hearth. Today’s outdoor TVs, like the Samsung Terrace TV, are an excellent way to spend time with family and friends and enjoy fresh air too. Samsung’s Terrace is particularly good at being a do-it-all entertainment hub for the outdoors. Keep reading below to see what the Samsung Terrace can bring to your Sandy Springs, GA home. 

Most of us say we want to spend more time outside. Want to put that thought into action? It’s likely you’ve already invested a significant amount in the outdoor amenities and landscaping of your Buckhead, GA home. Add an outdoor sound system, and you’ll have a way to make all of it that much more fun. 

To linger longer outdoors, we have just the solution for you. Sonance outdoor speakers let you add stellar sound to your patios and landscape for rich, even, full sound throughout your space. Explore more about Sonance outdoor solutions below!

Florida’s temperate year-round weather is perfect for an outdoor-oriented lifestyle. Ok, so you might be wondering, what if I want a little TV entertainment on my patio and outdoors? Can I just use a regular TV outside? The short answer is you can, but it may not be safe or last long. Regular TVs simply aren't made to withstand the heat, cold, humidity, and wetness of outdoor environments. Did we mention insects? We all know we have those in Florida too, and they might want to camp out in an unprotected TV set. 

Fortunately, there are great outdoor TV options for your Rosemary Beach, FL home. One of our favorites is the recently introduced Samsung Terrace TV. Read more about it below!

Florida's balmy year-round weather is perfect for an outdoor-oriented lifestyle. Whether you enjoy swimming in the pool, a soak in your spa in cooler months, grilling in the outdoor kitchen, or cocktails and conversation under your pergola, your Destin home is the perfect place to enjoy al fresco activities all year long.  When adding or upgrading any of your outdoor amenities, be sure not to forget about the importance of lighting. The right lighting plan will let you take full advantage of all your outdoor features and set the ideal ambiance for any occasion. The best way to add functional and beautiful lighting to your outdoor areas is to work with a professional landscape lighting company. Keep reading for three of our favorite ways to add outdoor lighting to elevate your outdoor features.

Spring is a great time of year in Georgia. Warm but not hot temperatures, sunshine, and blooming dogwood, azaleas, and cherry blossoms conspire to lead us outside. Once you’re outside in your patios and yards, we have some ideas to keep you out there longer!

An outdoor audio system adds the soundscape to your idyllic outdoors. While music may be the primary app you’ll use outdoors, we have a couple of other ways you can take full advantage of your open-air environment. Keep reading below for three ways to enjoy high-fidelity outdoor sound in your Canton home.

With comfortable temperatures in the 70s and 80s, spring in Georgia is a wonderful time for all things outdoors. Whether it’s a long bike ride on the Silver Comet Trail, a day at Stone Mountain Park, or just enjoying the sunshine and fresh air in your own backyard, it’s a perfect time to play before the arrival of summer heat. But then it’s time to swim, right? 

While we’re not Atlanta’s version of Outside Magazine here, we are one of the metro area’s premier purveyors of outdoor entertainment solutions to make your home’s outside spaces the place to be in warm weather. In that spirit, here are three ways to enjoy an outdoor sound system this summer!

With Florida's effortless outdoor lifestyle, you've likely invested heavily in your outdoor spaces. From the sabal palms to bald cypress trees to the many flowers, the yards and gardens in your Destin home are natural areas for relaxation and enjoyment.

There’s only one problem. If you don’t have a great lighting plan, all that beauty is lost to the darkness of night. As a landscape lighting company, we love to help Destin homeowners create a new view at night. Read on below to learn four ways we can transform your nightscape with light. 

Want to make the most of your Florida patio? Install an outdoor TV to add multiple dimensions of entertainment. Enjoy a movie under the stars, March Madness basketball al fresco, or any other video entertainment that goes well with a little fresh air and a gulf breeze in Santa Rosa Beach. 

It's not all just passive viewing, either. Why not enjoy some outdoor yoga or another favorite exercise outdoors as you follow along on the TV? An outdoor TV opens a world of entertainment and relaxation outside. If you're looking for a TV for a shaded patio, you can’t do better than the updated Séura Shade Series 2 line. Read more about them below!

Georgia has nice weather most of the year with only a few extremes. It’s humid and hot at the height of summer and can get quite cold in the lows of winter, but it's very pleasant for a good part of the year! That means you can enjoy your patios, decks, and yards in Atlanta for many months of the year. 

One way to get more out of your outside spaces is to control the environment with motorized outdoor shades. So, even when it's raining and blowing into your patio or the fierce summer sun is soaking your covered space, you've got a secret weapon at your disposal. Keep reading for three reasons you will love the flexibility motorized shades will bring to your outdoor space. 

While Alys Beach is a great place to be all year round, it’s hard to beat springtime. The spring breakers may descend into the area, but it’s short-lived. The Panhandle spring presents perfect Florida weather for the outdoor lifestyle, with warm days and comfortably cool nights. 

What could be better than enjoying glorious spring weather? Adding a soundtrack to set the ambiance, whether it's lounging by the pool or enjoying evening cocktails on the patio. But you don't want to settle for mediocre audio outside. You want outdoor sound that seems to waft up from your landscape all around you, letting you enjoy the music but without it being too loud or too soft. One of the best ways to do this is with a Sonance outdoor sound system. Read more about the various options below!

Is your Rosemary Beach home a black hole after dark? We understand if you want to enjoy beautiful starry Florida skies with a minimum of light pollution, but your home doesn't have to go completely dark at night. Without disturbing the starry sky, landscape lighting can add beauty, safety, and convenience to your property.

GHT Group is your local expert landscape lighting company, with an office right here in Santa Rosa Beach. While we have many lighting techniques that can set off your home at night, here are three of our favorites that any home can use for that extra bit of nighttime flair. Please keep reading below!

Get out the candy corn, pumpkins, and costumes: Halloween is nearly here! And what would Halloween be without the season’s classic hair-raising films? Whether you’re a slasher fan or prefer family-friendly flicks, there’s no shortage of thrilling Halloween movies to get you into the holiday spirit.

This year, make your Halloween movie marathon even more fun (and spookier) by watching in the backyard under the night sky. With an immersive flat-panel outdoor TV like those from Samsung and Séura, you can pair your love of movie nights with the crisp fall weather of Santa Rosa Beach, FL.

Below, check out 12 of the best Halloween movies to binge this season!