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PAUL WELTY DESIGN
Paul Welty, COLD, CLVLT
Sherwood, OR
503-807-6866
Whether lighting a rustic lodge or a grand countryside estate, the artistry of illumination transforms architecture into
experience. The right balance of warmth and shadow reveals character — wood panels glow softly, stone façades
come alive, pathways offer quiet invitation.
Lighting is what connects a structure to its setting, guiding the eye and shaping emotion long after sunset. On the
lodge exterior, accent lighting defines rhythm and texture, enhancing its welcoming glow against the deep blue dusk.
Across the estate, low-voltage uplights and subtle washes draw focus to the home's form and the landscape's graceful
contours, creating a harmonious composition that feels both intimate and expansive.
In every scene, light tells the story — of place, purpose, and presence — reminding us that after dark, beauty isn't
hidden; it's revealed.
Photography by Peter Blanchard, Manifest Photography
