THE LIGHTEN UP JOURNAL
Illuminating Ideas Inspiring Outdoor Living
Discover inspiring outdoor lighting ideas, Emerald Coast lifestyle inspiration, creative entertaining tips, delicious recipes, and helpful advice to make every moment a little brighter.
Outdoor Lighting
Emerald Coast Living
Recipes
Margaritaville Lifestyle
Helpful Hints, Tips & Other
STORIES, IDEAS & INSPIRATION
Fresh Inspiration for Beautiful Living
Explore our latest stories, creative ideas, and helpful tips to inspire your home, outdoor spaces, and coastal lifestyle. From stunning lighting designs to entertaining ideas and everyday inspiration, discover something new with every read.
Shake ‘n Sip Tropical Cosmopolitan
Shake, Shake, Shake, Sip, Sip, Sip! Enjoy this classic cocktail with a tropical twist.
Grilled Margherita Pizza
Good pizza, great company, and beautiful surroundings make every gathering special. Fresh grilled margherita pizza is easy to make and a perfect dish to share on your patio while you
Game Day Zucchini Bites
Bite-sized treats. Easy to grab veggie zucchini pizza bites between plays. Cheesy, delicious and a game day win!
Bright Lights & Bugs
The Facts The Emerald Coast, with its warm evenings, is perfect for enjoying a tranquil poolside setting. The distinct charm of pool lighting in this region, may attract unwanted bugs
Why Live in Margaritaville
Life is better when every day feels like a vacation! 🌴☀️ – Imagine starting your morning with a golf-cart ride, enjoying a game of pickleball, relaxing by a resort-style pool,
The Art of Paver Lighting That Makes Your Home Shine
It’s the details that make a home unforgettable. Discover how built-in lighting transforms pavers, walkways, and outdoor living spaces into stunning nighttime showcases. When it comes to exceptional outdoor lighting,
Stunning 1st Impression with Built-In Driveway Lighting
Your driveway is one of the first features people see when approaching your home. Why not make it part of your property’s nighttime appeal? Built-in driveway lighting incorporates specially selected
Emerald Coast’s Magical Winter Activities
Winter Magic on the Emerald Coast Who says beach season has to end when summer is over? Winter on Florida’s Emerald Coast brings a different kind of magic. Picture peaceful
Patios That Pop
Making Your Patio Pop Don’t have a pool, but a patio? Not a problem. Let Lighten Up Lighting make your patio pop and become the envy of you neighbors with
Let's Light Up Your Nights!
Let's Create Something Beautiful Together.
From illuminating your home’s architecture to transforming your landscape, pool enclosure, or waterfront retreat, every exceptional lighting project begins with a vision.