With the weather warming up, and the days becoming longer, you will most likely find yourself outdoors on your deck or patio this Summer. Knowing the best lighting fixtures that can provide ambient lighting and security from dusk 'til dawn is extremely important. Take a look at some of our most popular outdoor lighting fixtures for outdoor living areas in the Summertime ..read more

Illuminating commercial properties is a part of our business that is growing now more than ever, and is unique because they can be enjoyed by all around the city. You might wonder, "Can a commercial property be illuminated with low voltage lights?" The answer is yes! When designed and installed by McKay Landscape Lighting's professional designers and technicians, we can create and install a lighting system that highlights the unique features of a commercial building that would otherwise go unnoticed at night. Check out some more of the commercial lighting projects we've recently worked on.&nb ..read more

Are you building or remodeling your home? Are you looking to revamp your peaceful escape, but not quite sure where to begin the process of adding landscape lighting? If you want the job done right, but have no experience with hiring landscape lighting designers or lighting contactors, how are you supposed to choose the best company for the job? Below are the best steps to take to hire a landscape lighting professional for your next project ..read more

Spring is finally here and with that comes more time spent outdoors, enjoying your lighting system. It is vital to learn how to keep your system running properly throughout the season. Take a look at some of the best ways to ensure your lights look their best for years to come ..read more

A well-executed outdoor deck lighting design can extend the nighttime use of your space while creating a warm and inviting ambiance for evening enjoyment and increase safety. As the sun sets, you have the perfect setting to relax under the evening sky or continue entertaining your company ..read more

With the new year comes new, modern fixtures that can update your lighting system. Incorporating stylish pathlights, bollards, and other unique fixtures into your landscape lighting design can help refresh your home. These fixtures are sleek, contemporary, and many customers are opting for a more modern look when adding light to their home ..read more

We have officially entered the holiday season! This means time spent with loved ones enjoying all that this season has to offer, including Christmas lights. Today on the blog, we are showcasing a special holiday lighting project that is Christmas card worthy. With a classic big red barn, tall trees filled with colorful starbursts and a horse waiting for a visitor, there are many parts to love about this colorful holiday lighting design ..read more

Using well lights to highlight various architectural features on houses is becoming more prevalent in landscape lighting designs recently. We see many customers having columns, arches and garages that they want to subtly illuminate, and well lights are the right solution in many cases.  ..read more

With Summer quickly fading, and Fall fast approaching, an outdoor fire feature with an inviting seating area is a great way to keep the Summer atmosphere alive. When creating a lighting design to highlight outdoor fireside spaces, it's important to utilize fixtures that not only bring warmth to your area, but also provide just the right amount of light and safety for you and your guests ..read more

For the people of Papillion, the Veteran's Memorial is a way to bring the community together, creating a sense of honor and pride for the men and women who have fought so bravely for this country.  As our summer days begin to wind down, we would like to share one of our most memorable projects from this year. Working with the City of Papillion we were able to illuminate Veterans Park, a local park honoring military veterans past and present. We were grateful to work on a project that pays tribute to military veterans in our local community ..read more