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Trends might come and go, but one thing is clear: great outdoor lighting will alwaysbe in style.However, with everchanging technologies and shifting needs and preferences, you can always use some fresh ideas for illuminating patios, porches and backyards.
As summer approaches and outdoor gatherings become more frequent, now’s the time to rethink your lighting setup. From sustainable designs to tech-savvy solutions, this year's trends blend style with functionality to help you create cozy, welcoming outdoor spaces.
Browse our outdoor lighting collection to find stylish options that bring these trends to life.
These days, everything is smarter—including your outdoor lighting. Smart outdoor lighting allows you to control your outdoor ambiance with a tap on your phone or even through voice commands. In 2025, more homes are using Wi-Fi-enabled bulbs and fixtures that integrate with Alexa, Google Assistant or Apple HomeKit. These lights can change colors, dim on demand and even schedule themselves based on sunset and sunrise, giving you the ultimate in convenience and customization.
Source: San Diego Lighting Solutions
There will always be a place in design for sustainability—and this trend brings it front and center. Solar-powered outdoor lights now feature longer battery lives, sleeker silhouettes and improved charging capabilities. Whether you're illuminating a walkway or spotlighting garden features, you can go green without compromising on style.
Source: Creftivity Designs
The ultimate in versatility, portable outdoor table lamps offer style and mobility. At Kouboo, our rattan table lampsand woven bamboo lanterns bring a coastal, artisanal feel to alfresco dining or patio lounging. These rechargeable lights move easily from one area to another, making them perfect for entertaining.
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Customizable lighting is key in 2025. Dimmable fixtures allow you to shift from bright task lighting to a more ambient glow as the evening progresses. Whether it’s a wall sconce or a tabletop lamp, adjustable brightness adds flexibility to your space.
Source: Melanie Jade Designs
Much like indoor lighting, layered lighting outdoors involves using different types of lights together—ambient, task and accent—to create dimension and mood. Combine string lights, sconces, floor lanterns and overhead pendants for a complete outdoor lighting experience.
Source: Martha Stewart
For a modern, unobtrusive glow, recessed lighting installed in decks, steps or pathways is definitely trending in 2025. These lights offer safety while adding sleek, architectural lines. The low-profile design allows the beauty of your landscaping or structure to shine.
Source: Chris Lewis Group
Organic textures and materials—like rope, rattan and bamboo—continue to trend in 2025. These fixtures are perfect for creating a relaxing, beachy vibe in your backyard. Kouboo’s collection celebrates the organic, with handcrafted pieces that embrace nature’s charm.
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They might sound like a throwback, but timeless lantern designs (with a modern twist) are making a comeback. Matte black, aged brass or distressed white finishes evoke a vintage feel while LED upgrades provide energy-efficient performance. Place them on steps or tables for a cozy glow.
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Hidden or indirect lighting that highlights trees, shrubs or garden walls is certainly gaining in popularity. This trend focuses on illuminating the landscape rather than the fixtures themselves. Use uplights or well lights to cast dramatic shadows and enhance the texture of your yard.
Source: Contemporist
Bold, oversized pendant lights aren’t just for indoor spaces anymore. Outdoor versions of these dramatic fixtures can effortlessly anchor patios, pergolas and porches. Think handwoven rattan shades or industrial-inspired domes that double as sculptural focal points.
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Colorful LED lighting isn’t just for holiday decor anymore. Outdoor spaces are getting playful with hues like soft blue, warm amber or vibrant pink to reflect personal style and set the tone for special occasions. Look for color-changing bulbs to make this trend easy to implement.
Source: Oregon Outdoor Lighting
In 2025, lighting is becoming part of the furniture itself. Tables with built-in lights, benches with LED underlighting or planters that glow are popping up in stylish outdoor setups. These pieces add function and flair in one swoop.
Source: Outdoor Living Style
String lights continue to evolve beyond simple café strands. In 2025, look for creative uses—zig-zagging across yards, hung in layers, or woven into trellises and greenery. They now come in all shapes and sizes, from fairy lights to Edison bulbs and globe designs.
Source: Martha Stewart
Who says safety can’t be stylish? Motion-activated outdoor lighting is definitely becoming more refined and design-forward. Instead of stark floodlights, new models offer sleek looks with the same protective benefits. Ideal for driveways, entryways or side yards.
Source: 7 Pandas
This year is all about mixing materials—metal with wood, glass with rattan, concrete with copper. These combinations bring depth and visual interest to your lighting. It’s a great way to tie together different textures in your outdoor decor.
Source: Gardening Etc.
In 2025, technology, sustainability and creativity take center stage to help you design beautiful, functional and, of course, well-lit outdoor spaces. Whether you're drawn to smart features, vintage charm or natural textures, there's a lighting style to match your aesthetic.
Ready to update your outdoor space? Explore Kouboo’s outdoor lighting collection to find handcrafted designs that light the way forward.
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