The Inspired Intermedia digital book collection
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113 "I've always believed great design is felt more than seen. Lighting should bring calm, beauty, and emotion to your space, night after night," says Tarek Kaouk, founder and owner of Lumen Landscape Lighting. The outdoor lighting design and installation firm is dedicated to transforming homes and landscapes after dark through purposeful, thoughtful illumination. At Lumen, lighting is treated not as an afterthought but as an art form, Tarek brings nearly a decade of hands-on experience, a background in architectural design, and a deep passion for creating lighting experiences that elevate how people live in and love their homes. LUMEN LANDSCAPE LIGHTING CHARLOTTE, NC From the first consultation through custom design, meticulous installation, and final nighttime adjustments, clients work directly with Tarek and his team to create lighting solutions that are intentional, personalized, and tailored to each home's unique features and the homeowner's lifestyle. Lumen is committed to excellence, premium materials, and craftsmanship that stands the test of time. Whether highlighting architectural features, accenting gardens, or extending outdoor living spaces into the evening, Lumen's designs bring both beauty and functionality to life after sunset. BOTH PAGES: Lighting is used as a quiet architectural language, one that guides movement, reveals form, and deepens the connection between indoor and outdoor living. Warm, layered illumination draws the eye outward from covered seating areas, allowing the landscape and architecture to unfold gradually rather than all at once. Downlighting integrated into overhead structures provides functional ambient light while preserving the intimacy of the space below, avoiding glare and visual clutter. Beyond terraces and outdoor living areas, carefully placed accent lighting highlights pools and reinforces circulation paths while bringing the beauty of trees into soft focus — all without overpowering the environment. The overall approach prioritizes contrast, texture, and intention, ensuring that each light serves a purpose while contributing to a cohesive, immersive nighttime experience. Photographs courtesy of Lumen Landscape Lighting Lumen Landscape Lighting