How To Light an Outdoor Space | Outdoor Kitchen Part 9

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thank you to Noom for sponsoring this video! Click here to take your quick and easy free evaluation to help create your custom plan: bit.ly/noom_aprilwilkerson

[@nica.rivera]

The lighting makes this place look so relaxing.😀

[@AprilWilkerson]

It really does! Thank you for watching.

[@SSBailey77845]

April; I am so completely impressed with what you have done here. My second gig was that of a swimming pool designer and builder for many years. Lighting was a key element for the enjoyment of the entire pool and backyard environment for my clients. I learned so much from you. We are almost neighbors (I’m in Brenham) and I would love to visit your shop and this deck….we are planning our own and this series will be a key resource for us!

[@dddube12]

Very nice April, looks like you will be enjoying that kitchen, for years to come!!!!

[@BoomerKeith1]

With the lighting, it literally looks like it could be in a magazine (like Better Homes & Garden). Absolutely amazing April!

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thank you for your kind words!

[@Cornish_Co]

April did an excellent job installing her lighting system and provided great information. I've been working with Kichler landscape lighting, outdoor lighting, and ceiling fans for nearly a decade and love it. It simply outlast the competition and is far superior to anything found at the big box stores or on Amazon. If anyone is looking to purchase Kichler and wants to purchase from a knowledgeable distributor, I recommend the Wolf Creek Company.

[@craft0145]

She did not provide information on cost? It’s rather misleading if you ask me.

[@BearCreekWoodworking]

The Lighting really sets off this outdoor kitchen and gathering space. This will be a beautiful, relaxing, and fun space for you, your family, and friends for many years to come April! Great Project and Awesome Lights!!!

[@MisterTee2010]

Love you April. Will always watch your channel until I die. Really like the outdoor kitchen.

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thank you for your kind words. Thanks for watching. :)

[@claytonbink1647]

Thank you, April for the lighting tutorial. You are an amazing success story for people everywhere. Drive, Determination and a willingness to learn will serve each of us well.

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thank you for your kind words. Thanks for watching. :)

[@talladegadude4852]

Looks beautiful and so relaxing!

[@OriginalRaveParty]

It looks so beautiful April 😍

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thank you!!

[@bosse641]

Looks so much better with the right lighting.

[@ejcastro9518]

Beautiful build. Love the final results. My old eyes would say the walkway is a trip hazard as there doesn't appear to be enough light, but that could just be the camera. I hope you get to host many many evenings of outdoor enjoyment

[@jamesr8519]

Outstanding space April!!! I am seriously jealous !!!

[@bynahelemaal]

Incredible! The lighting at night makes it look like one of those outdoor dining things you see on like instagram of people on vacay in a high end resort in bali or bora bora and fire breathing dancers etc. In the background performing during a dinner show!

[@AprilWilkerson]

It definitely adds to the ambience! I love the look. Thank you for your kind words.

[@BeastOfSoda]

This was done in exquisite taste; you really are proficient at all trades. Congratulations.

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thank you for your kind words. I'm glad you're enjoying my channel. Thanks for watching.

[@chrish2666]

Looks wonderful April. The lighting adds so much to your project. Great work.

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thanks so much

[@rickgaine3476]

You have done a nice job with this project. I hope you get much enjoyment out of it.

[@youtukang]

😊😊👍

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thank you, I certainly will! Thank you for watching.

[@spatel3783]

looks stunning April! creates a nice chilled vibe. some serious forward planning to get it looking that slick!

[@lesfogerson1092]

Excellent April. You do a fantastic job on your videos. A real pleasure to watch while being really informative too. Thank you.

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thank you so much!

[@dennisdegroot7769]

Amazing outdoor kitchen April. Hope you and your beloved ones can and will enjoy the neat and wonderful outdoor kitchen for a long long time. 🤓

[@BillCarlson]

This is absolutely amazing April! I'm not sure I've seen such a well done lighting setup. I'm in awe!!

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thank you so much!!

[@lcook0825]

I’ve watched all your videos. This is up among the best for sure.

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thank you for your kind words. Thanks for watching.

[@karenalefounder4083]

Stunning April good choices.

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thanks so much!

[@johnquinton]

congrats on creating such a beautiful outdoor living space April! i've really enjoyed this series.

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thank you so much! Thanks for watching. :)

[@NickRock]

Awesome, this is such a beautiful and relaxing space. The lightning is well placed.

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thank you so much

[@billyshumate853]

April everything looks great. Take care and have a blessed week and see you on your next vidja.

[@fryreartechnology7611]

This project is so awesome! Love how great y'all made it.

[@fryreartechnology7611]

I was first wow that's a first!

[@_Merica_USA]

Very nice work Ms. April

[@k4x4map46]

whew stepping right on up! deserves a place in architect digest! well done love the lighting!

[@ssboot5663]

BIG all night patio BBQ and all night-er party coming up at APRILS PLACE SOON! Nice LIGHTS!

[@brianlam257]

I love this lighting crash course!!!

[@FredMcIntyre]

Awesome job on the lighting April, really makes it magical at night! 😃👍🏻👊🏻

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thank you!! I think it looks stunning!

[@Mikidy303]

Nice video! You convinced me! I can do this! First step: Move to Texas hill country. Thanks for posting, very nice outdoor kitchen. The lights only make it better.

[@Romans828girl]

That is an excellent first step. If only I could convince my husband, whose nickname is Frosty the Snowman...

[@Dale-ko9kc]

Awesome, Awesome Job April. I Started thinking about Mosquitoes & some kind of repellent around the edges. Maybe not hanging but something. Looks awesome...

[@jamesstanlake4064]

Great clear and concise explanation of how and why things work. Good as always!

[@AprilWilkerson]

Glad you liked it! Thanks for watching.

[@davecurda2350]

Absolutely beautiful space.

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thank you

[@sirjasim4469]

Cool n nice as usual

[@youtukang]

Real project 👍👍

[@sirjasim4469]

@@youtukang👍

[@kellyfish4281]

How luxurious!! Such a fantastic space. You’d never catch me inside again 🪴

[@jimmyjames3220]

Wow it's something how lighting here and there makes it all look awesome!

[@AprilWilkerson]

Yes! Makes all the difference in the world!

[@olddawgdreaming5715]

Beautiful lighting set up and install April! Totally awesome job! Thanks for sharing with us, very enjoyable series. Fred. 🙏🏻🙏🏻👍👍👏🏻👏🏻👋👋

[@AprilWilkerson]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@0Gviii08]

You hands create a wonderful place, 😘

[@guybowers9094]

The lighting is great. It has been fun to watch each step of this project. Hoping you will post the final vid of you barbecuing something for all your help

[@AprilWilkerson]

Glad you are enjoying the Series. Thanks for watching.

[@Grunt49]

Great design!Your hard work shows❤💯

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thank you so much!

[@cabman86]

This is an awesome deck! You did an amazing job!

[@joexg50]

Very nice and helpful info.. I found myself looking out for your lil dog.. She managed to get in several shots, 😋. 👍

[@raullizana5006]

April. té quedó genial la iluminación, Saludos desde Chile 🇨🇱

[@699hazard]

I would have used solar lights on the footpath so no wires are needed but this looks awesome April.

[@BMtn-sx8xr]

Solar lights don't work well with trees surrounding them. In this case it looks like using low voltage lights was the right choice

[@Jones572]

Beautiful ❤️🤙🏾💯. You Guys rocked out this project! Very cool...

[@AprilWilkerson]

Glad you liked it!!

[@taleg1]

What about adding movable wind breaks for more comfort on windy days? Or if you really want to go over the top add openable glass walls all around and suddenly you'd have an outdoor living room with kitchen that would retain heat even when it was cold outside.

[@speedracer210]

April... I've been a loyal subscriber of yours for several years. I started watching you when you first started posting videos once in awhile. I live in Utah and I'm hoping to take a trip to come meet you and also buy a wood slab from your business. Have a great day my friend.

[@AprilWilkerson]

Awesome! Thank you for watching and for staying along for the ride.

[@mikecurtis2585]

Have a great 4th of July weekend. Thanks 😊🙏

[@giannif.8505]

Ciao, mi dispiace molto di non sapere parlare la tua lingua e di non capirla , sei favolosa, simpaticissima, bravissima, e preparatissima. Sappi solo che sono anni che ti seguo, praticamente da sempre. Ti saluto caramente. Gianni ( Torino / Italia )

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thank you for your kind words. I'm glad you enjoy my channel. Thanks for still being along for the ride. Thanks for watching. Hello from Texas! :)

[@robertjosephmurphyii4947]

Soooooooooooo amazing and relaxing April. I can't get over how beautiful it looks. Great job.

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thank you so much!

[@93gmctruck18]

Looks nice I have a question about what kind of switch did you use for the low voltage to turn on n off thanks let me know

[@mikecurtis2585]

Looks great very nice 👍. Thanks 😊!!

[@melvinstevens2518]

Ok... Nice outdoor entertaining space. What about bug control?

[@tenntonnhammer]

I’ve been watching this series and I have a couple questions. With all of that lighting, won’t that attract bugs in the summer? Your log boxes, under the floor and walk path, aren’t you concerned with rattlesnakes up under there? I live in Tulsa and even in the out skirts of town we have rattlesnakes and some scorpions. Just curious. It looks fantastic!!!!

[@sygad1]

Looks stunning, (I wasn't expecting anything else to be fair at this point). Interested to know if you considered LED strip lights and RGB

[@tkmoseley]

April, amazing work as always. Question about the controllers. Did you have to use three separate transformers for the three zones you described? I’m currently designing our patio and would like to break out 2-3 zones that are also controllable by switch. Wondering if you were able to run multiple switches on the same transformer or if you had individual transformers? Thanks in advance.

[@-gina1114]

Beautiful lighting design! Gentle suggestion: for personal safety reasons, I would light the walkway up a bunch more. Concerned about someone accidentally falling off the walkway in the night, twisting their ankle, breaking their arm, etc.

[@NavyCopMA1]

Curious what your wood prices are like down there... Trying to build a shed and the cost has easily doubled so I am at a stand still until things even out somewhat.

[@Jason_xofilos]

Your lighting looks wonderful and well thought out. Are you going to revisit your water collection issues in your outdoor kitchen?

[@mrxmry3264]

looks like you lit the area next to the walkway but not the walkway itself. one option i'd like to try is taxiway lighting: a couple of blue lights along the edges and green lights along the centerline.

[@jayhitek]

That is ridiculous. Excellent work.

[@TonsOFun.010]

April, do you plan on putting lattice or anything around the bottom of the deck to keep the critters out? It would be cool to see how to cut the pieces whether it be in CAD or something simple like cardboard. Also your thoughts to make an access panel to get to the electronics.

[@tonyaddy7825]

Nice Lights April!! need to know the model of chain light hung over the counter??

[@HARMARSCH2]

April, Love how the lighting turned out. Been really enjoying this build series. I must admit I’ve only been a subscriber for about a month after seeing a Marathon of The Series your on with Tim Allen and Richard Karn on History Channel.

[@AprilWilkerson]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@bigdaddio1959]

Have you considered adding a task light for the grill surface?

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thats a great idea

[@joerivera4344]

Hermoso trabajo siempre te deséo muchos éxitos en todo lo que te propongas hacer 💪💪🔥. Dios te bendiga mucho 🙏

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thank you!!

[@sddiymakeitworthit7512]

Great job and thanks 🙏 for the informations

[@yekaterinapanferova1410]

Well done. I like your work and your family and animal and you

[@AprilWilkerson]

Thank you very much!

[@andrewarcher880]

Wow that space is really coming together, are you adding a hot tub or pool?

[@thekingsfool8879]

Awesome job!!!!!!!!!!!

[@firebird8600]

So neat!

[@leomartinez5389]

Looks beautiful, now next project should be grass and plants with sprinkles and lighting.

[@karunlee]

Nice it looks very relax and warm place. If it was in my country I would be very paranoid of mosquito and reptile haaa. :)

[@negotiableaffections]

Simply beautiful April. Are you lighting the route to the treehouse deck? I'm the sort who'd take my burger and soft drink off to a quiet space and the deck would suit me fine. BTW will Galadriel be making an appearance at the grand opening party?

[@absexpo6066]

Very nice

[@youtukang]

April 🌹🌹🌹🌹👍👍👍

[@wallaceloper637]

The Mosquitoes (it super time)! nice job just pointing this out.

[@wiggledytoes]

All sorts of planter boxes, big, small, hung, narrow, tall, recessed, floating, planters everywhere

[@gardengatesopen]

Lighting is key! 👍

[@EverythingWithEric]

This is awesome!

[@bastropplant5592]

I LIKE HOW YOU LEFT THAT STRAP ON THE CORNER BY THE RAFTERS!! LOL

[@AprilWilkerson]

It's my souvenior. :)

[@bastropplant5592]

@@AprilWilkerson LOVE IT!!

[@clyde7792]

how do you deal with all the bugs that the lights attract?

[@cabman86]

Seeing the bar, I wonder when you are going to build the bar stools.

[@AprilWilkerson]

Soon!

[@davidnationjr3988]

did a fantastic job heck the only thing your missing now is a waterfall lol

[@kieranpalmeira9748]

Is the exposure on the camera in the videos, the same as the human eye?

[@jvanamb]

April nice lighting job. A couple suggestions. For the hard scape lighting, under the bar, you could have used four fixtures to give the visual impression of light flow originating from the hanging fixtures, through the bar, and washing the stonework. Next you maybe considering for next week's path build. So I maybe jumping the gun. With a winding deck pathway to potential of slip and fall accidents make for a very real safety hazard. It may have been the Iris on the camera or the lack of ambient light. But you could add lights in the trees. Aimed at the pathway. Each fixture would have motion detectors. Then as a person enters the beam it would switch on the light for that stretch of decking. But be sure the light spills over the edge of the decking. That's where most trip/slip and falls occur. ~Jim

[@RobinP556]

I plan to build over the next 1-2 years. Any chance that I can hire you to come up to Tennessee to be my contractor! 😁

[@alansmith4734]

Awesome! Would 2 Ceiling Fans create a better breeze, as opposed to 1? The 2 Ceiling Fans would rotate in opposite directions, like a twin-engine airplane. LMAO. Using a Timer made me think of Home Alone. The kid knew when every house's Lights came on because of Timers. They sell Vacation Timers, which are random, but are used indoors.

[@ishratramey]

For lighting is tooo good realy to good for who dont no about planing on lighting your property But i think you should upload this video in last with party and showing how you utilize all the applications you install

[@MeAlone44]

Quite the captivating space you have created there, When's the pool going in? :D

[@AprilWilkerson]

Good question!

[@fahadmirza3367]

I think you need couple of Flood lights towards trees/jungle which will not just look good but also for safety purpose.

[@philipross3561]

Wonder if you have given an approximate price for the entire build

[@karenmitchell6814]

If I missed this, I’m sorry; but are the lights all LED or incandescent or a mixture?

[@ethandunlap6755]

This is beautiful but seems a little much but the little details could make or break something so A+ for effort

[@frenchcanadian3078]

what software are you using for 3d plans?

[@juanme5097]

Tremendous!