Features
Turning Every Path Into an Experience
Harnessing the power of blended light and sound outdoors.
Outdoor Lighting
Features
Navigating the Landscape
Hidden Creek Landscaping integrates light and sound into a scenic riverfront yard in Ohio.
Lighting & Shades
New Backlight Accessory From Coastal Source Adds Integrated Lighting to the Razor Speaker Line
The Razor Backlight adds soft architectural lighting to the Razor form factor.
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.
Lighting & Shades
WAC Group Introduces Versatile Outdoor X Track Lighting System
Field cuttable sections and flexible connectors allow lighting to evolve with the space.
Lighting & Shades
Nightscaping Now Shipping LED, Low Voltage, Modular Outdoor Lighting Product Line
The brand will participate in Lightapalooza 2026 with both an exhibit (booth #530) and a dealer training session.
Events
AiSPIRE and WAC Group Announce Plans for Lightapalooza 2026
Will introduce new products and host education sessions at the event.
News
DMF Lighting and HK Luxury Make Changes To Marketing Leadership
Stephen Roome moves to lead marketing for HK Lighting as Rebecca Lynn joins DMF Lighting to drive integrator channel strategy.
Lighting & Shades
Coastal Source to Debut New Finishes and Fixtures for EVO at Lightapalooza 2026
EVO’s flexibility is being expanded with the introduction of an array of refined finishes that include Vintage Brass, Black, White, and Nickel.
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.
Lighting & Shades
Tech Showcase – Lighting Solutions
A look at some of the more recent entries into this growing product category.
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.
CEDIA Show
Coastal Source, Lutron, Draper At Home, and Access Networks Announce Plans for Destination Outdoors at CEDIA Expo 2025
Spanning 24,000 square feet, Destination Outdoors will showcase the full potential of modern outdoor living.
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.
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...
News
Josh.ai Partners With Oelo for Outdoor Lighting Control
CinDev is the first independent developer to release a certified NIMBLE DevSuite driver, integrating Oelo Lighting Solutions with Josh.ai’s control platform.
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 Promotes Four Executives to Vice President
Recognizes the long-time contributions of its four most senior and tenured leadership team members.
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.
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
Coastal Source Adds Zone Pacific Sales as Manufacturer Sales Reps
Zone Pacific now covers the Northern California and Northern Nevada markets.
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.
Lighting & Shades
Coastal Source Releases Versatile EVO Outdoor Light
Numerous shrouds, hats, risers, and accessories enable hundreds of unique fixture designs to solve all problems a lighting designer may face.
Blogs
2024 CEDIA Shares: HK Lighting
HK Lighting gives Residential Systems readers a sneak peek at what the company is planning for its CEDIA Expo 2024 exhibit.
Features
Bright Ideas for Outdoor Spaces
Sleeker designs, smarter technology, and creative applications keep outdoor lighting at the top of consumers’ must-have lists.
CEDIA Show
What You Will See at CEDIA Expo’s 2024 Destination Outdoors
Coastal Source, Draper At Home, Just Video Walls, and Access Networks team up to offer a look into all that’s possible for today’s outdoor...
Lighting & Shades
Twinkly Reveals its 2024 Christmas Smart Lighting Portfolio
includes new Tree Topper, Light-Up Reindeers, Net Lights, Permanent Outdoor Lights, and its longest ever String Lights product.
News
Coastal Source Announces Plans for CEDIA Expo 2024
New EVO outdoor lighting, CUBE outdoor subwoofer, and two 90-minute outdoor lighting training seminars will be the show’s highlights.
News
AiSPIRE/WAC Lighting to Show Colorscaping System at CEDIA Expo 2024
Exterior LED luminaires are designed and engineered to illuminate landscapes with tunable white light and an unlimited color palette.
News
Coastal Source Expands AccessReps’ Territory to New England
Access Reps currently represents Coastal Source throughout upstate New York.
Lighting & Shades
AiDot Releases Solar Spotlights With Hubless Group Control and Music Sync
The Linkind SL5 Solar Spotlights can be controlled simultaneously through the AiDot app.
News
Coastal Source’s 15th Mobile Demo Van to Soon Hit the Road
The van will head to New England in July where it will provide on-site customer product demonstrations.
Audio
OSD Releases Nero Eclipse Outdoor Light and Speakers Combination
LED lighting blends with 360-degree sound.