Gulf Coast Curb Appeal: How Upward Lighting Transforms a Home’s First Impression
Posted by Meredith Folger Amon on
Curb Appeal on the Gulf Coast: The Power of Upward Lighting
Why I Lean on Upward Lighting
When I pull up to a property in Orange Beach or cross the bridge onto Ono Island, my first impression forms in the first five seconds. Upward lighting, used thoughtfully, makes those five seconds count. It carves depth into the façade, lifts architectural details out of shadow, and turns coastal landscaping—palms, live oaks, yaupon holly—into focal points. It’s one of the most efficient, high-impact changes sellers can make before listing on SearchTheGulf.com.
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