Blogs
2026 CEDIA Shares: DMF Lighting
DMF Lighting gives Residential Systems readers a sneak peek at what the company is planning for its CEDIA Expo exhibit.
Landscape Lighting
CEDIA Show
DMF Lighting Reveals Plans for CEDIA Expo 2026
Will showcase Artafex 1 and outdoor lighting solutions from sister brand HK Lighting.
Lighting & Shades
Coastal Source and Lutron to Show Unified Indoor-Outdoor Lighting Experience at CEDIA Expo 2026
Pre-orders for VIA, developed by both companies, begin August 18, with product shipments scheduled to begin early October.
CEDIA Show
Unique Lighting Systems Announces New CEDIA Partner Program
Program combines design support, training, field expertise, and premium products to help dealers launch and scale profitable outdoor lighting businesses.
News
Coastal Source Completes Inaugural, 41-Stop 2026 Road Tour
Visits with more than 700 dealers in 33 cities confirm the outdoor living industry is moving beyond individual products to complete outdoor living environments.
Blogs
2026 CEDIA Shares: Coastal Source
Coastal Source gives Residential Systems readers a sneak peek at what the company is planning for its CEDIA Expo exhibit.
News
Nightscaping Launches Three-Tier Outdoor Lighting Design Support Program
Design Studio was created to help its dealer network sell, design, and deliver outdoor lighting projects faster and with greater confidence.
News
WAC Group/AiSPIRE Reveals Plans for CEDIA Expo 2026
New products will include the Outdoor X-Track and new Colorscaping and Landscape lighting fixtures.
Audio
Coastal Source Debuts New EVO Fixtures and Product Enhancements
EVO Shielded and Semi-Shielded Surface Lights provide two new approaches to glare control and surface illumination.
Features
Outdoor Week: 4 Reasons to Sell Outdoor Tech Maintenance Services
How to help your clients protect their investment.
Features
Outdoor Week Case Study: A Private Tropical Oasis
Integrated Coastal Source lighting and audio bring this Florida Keys estate to life.
Sponsored
Creating a Backyard Glow-Up
Cactus Sight and Sound uses PureEdge Lighting to upsell a small outdoor AV job into a marquee project.
Events
Coastal Source Launches Nationwide 2026 Road Tour
Tour to showcase EVO and VIA lighting, 1000 Series Bollards, PowerSource, and the new Coastal Source Design Studio.
News
Coastal Source Launches New Design Studio
Design Studio combines planning tools, conceptual design services, real-time consultations, and immersive 3D visualizations into an interactive platform.
Features
Elevating Outdoor Lighting
What integrators can learn from lighting designers for outdoor spaces.
News
Liaison Technology Group Adds Outdoor Lighting Division
Outdoor lighting designer Craig Rudasics has been brought on to lead the Liaison Outdoor Lighting team.
Lighting & Shades
Coastal Source Adds New Directional Marker Lights to EVO Line
The new EVO Press Fit Marker range includes three beam-pattern options: Bi-Directional, 360°, and 180° Marker Lights.
Features
Turning Every Path Into an Experience
Harnessing the power of blended light and sound outdoors.
Features
Navigating the Landscape
Hidden Creek Landscaping integrates light and sound into a scenic riverfront yard in Ohio.
Integration Guides
Residential Lighting Best Practices Guide 2026 Now Available
Produced by Residential Systems in cooperation with Lightapalooza, the digital edition of the latest Residential Lighting Best Practices Guide is now available.
News
AWA Reps to Represent Coastal Source Throughout the Upper Midwest
AWA will serve as its full line sales representative in Illinois, Wisconsin, Michigan, Minnesota, Indiana, Kentucky, North Dakota, and South Dakota.
News
Case Study: Landscape Lighting Brings Beauty After Sunset to a Carolina Mountain Home
Coastal Source lighting and audio transform a mountain retreat in Landrum, South Carolina.
News
Nightscaping Taps Muto Communications as Business Development Partner
Debuted at CEDIA Expo, Nightscaping’s Locklin LED outdoor lighting series ships Q4.
News
Lighthouse Design Studio Adds Sales Rep Firms, Announces Lightapalooza 2026 Sessions
Atlantic Integrated, Sound Tech Marketing, Momentum Marketing, and F.B. Sales Inc. to represent the outdoor lighting design firm.
Features
Choosing the Right Landscape Lighting Fixtures
The four key product characteristics you need to create long-lasting and effective landscape lighting designs.
Lighting & Shades
Coastal Source and Lutron Partner on VIA Outdoor Lighting Solution
VIA is a new line of Coastal Source fixtures that integrates Lutron’s Ketra and Rania intelligent lighting technology.
Lighting & Shades
Outdoor Lighting Brand Nightscaping Enters the CEDIA Channel With the Locklin Series
Locklin is a compact IP68 adaptable fixture system with corrosion-free, tool-less interchangeable Twist-Lock Power Bases.
Blogs
2025 CEDIA Shares: Coastal Source
Coastal Source gives Residential Systems readers a sneak peek at what the company is planning for its CEDIA Expo/CIX 2025 exhibit.
Blogs
How to Sell Landscape Lighting Design
When done correctly, outdoor illumination offers another lucrative product category for integrators.
Audio
Review: SixFive Fusion Landscape Lighting and Audio System
The Fusion Landscape’s goal is delivering immersive, balanced sound throughout an outdoor space, rather than produce high SPL-levels, helping to create a great backyard...
Events
Coastal Source to Demo Audiophile-Quality Outdoor Sound at Audio Advice Live 2025
Will have two immersive exhibits: a custom-built pergola booth inside the hotel and a Mobile Demo Van stationed just outside.
News
Coastal Source Introduces Design Services Program
The new program features a streamlined two-tier structure to better support projects of any size and at any stage of the process.
News
Coastal Source Delivers EVO Outdoor Lighting in New Recycled Packaging
EVO arrives in recycled cardboard cartons that contain only cardboard, paper, and cotton muslin bags.
News
Case Study: Stylish Outdoor Lighting for a Seaside Home
Newport Home Theater uses Coastal Source outdoor lighting to instill peace and harmony in posh lighting project.
Features
Outdoor Week Case Study: Total Yard Takeover
When the client bought the property next door to expand his yard, he knew he wanted a well-lit exceptional space to entertain and relax.
Features
Outdoor Week: Bringing the Indoors Outside
Luxury home builder provides a full experience for buyers that extends beyond the walls of the house.
News
Coastal Source EVO Outdoor Lighting Solution Now Shipping
Also features new eco-friendly packaging that facilitates installation and reduces on-site waste.
Features
The Importance of Landscape Lighting Design
Some concepts to consider when presenting outdoor lighting options to clients.
Awards
AiSPIRE’s Colorscaping Smart Lighting System Wins HTSA ‘Innovative Product of the Year’
Award was announced during the buying group’s Fall Summit.
Events
Coastal Source Announces Exhibit and Session Plans for Lightapalooza 2025
New EVO and Ketra-Ready Modulus Bullet Light outdoor lighting solutions take center stage along with three training sessions.
News
Case Study: Adding Outdoor Audio to a Landscape Lighting Project
New Jersey home is transformed with outdoor lighting and audio from Coastal Source.
News
Coastal Source President Jeff Poggi to Transition to Consultant at the End of the Year
Co-founder Franco D’Ascanio to return as interim president.