1. Understand the style and atmosphere of the courtyard
First, we need to accurately grasp the overall style of the courtyard. If the courtyard is in Chinese classical style, then the solar outdoor garden light can choose a shape with traditional Chinese elements, such as imitating the style of ancient palace lanterns, with exquisite Chinese carved patterns on the lamp body, and the color can be solemn vermilion or bronze. If it is a European-style courtyard, the shape of the lamp can refer to the wall lamp or street lamp shape in European architecture, such as spiral lamp posts and carved lampshades, and the overall color is mainly beige or golden yellow, showing the elegance of European style. For modern minimalist style courtyards, solar outdoor garden light should emphasize simple lines and geometric shapes, such as using simple rectangular or cylindrical lamp bodies, and neutral colors such as black, white, and gray are preferred, so that it can match the modern atmosphere of the courtyard.
2. Consider plants and landscape layout
Plants and other landscape elements in the courtyard are important factors in determining the location and shape of solar outdoor garden light. If there are tall trees in the courtyard, the height of the solar outdoor garden light can be appropriately lowered to avoid being blocked by the trees. The shape can be relatively small and exquisite, such as glowing mushrooms hidden in the grass, or the shape is like falling leaves, which echoes the plant landscape. In places with flower beds or waterscapes, the solar outdoor garden light can be designed to have a waterproof shape, such as a lotus rising from the water, or a firefly shape by the stream, adding a touch of agility to the waterscape.
3. Pay attention to the combination of lighting effects and shapes
The shape of the solar outdoor garden light should not only be beautiful, but also consider the lighting effect. For the corners of the courtyard where a warm atmosphere needs to be created, the lampshade of the lamp can be made of frosted material to scatter the light softly, and the shape of the lamp can be a round sphere, giving people a soft feeling. If it is used to illuminate the path in the courtyard, the shape of the lamp can be directional, such as a small lighthouse, focusing the light on the road, and the shape can have some indicative arrows or lines, which enhances the functionality while also integrating with the landscape.
4. Customized solar outdoor garden light
If the existing solar outdoor garden light on the market cannot meet the requirements of perfect integration with the courtyard landscape, then you can consider customization. You can communicate with the designer about the theme of the courtyard, your own preferences and special landscape elements. For example, you can design a solar outdoor garden light with a pet silhouette based on the theme of family pets; or design a solar outdoor garden light with local cultural symbols based on the characteristic culture of the area where the courtyard is located, so that the solar outdoor garden light becomes a unique highlight in the courtyard landscape.