Decorative LED Street Lights & Post-Top Lighting
Create welcoming, well-lit outdoor spaces with decorative LED area lighting from Signature Streetscapes. Designed for downtown streets, residential communities, parks, campuses, walkways, and commercial properties, our LED post-top lights combine energy-efficient performance with distinctive architectural style..
Choose from several decorative LED street light designs, then customize your lighting assembly with the appropriate wattage, lumen output, color temperature, light distribution, mounting components, and decorative accessories. Whether you're planning a new lighting installation or upgrading existing fixtures, Signature Streetscapes can help you find the right solution for your project.
STEP 1: Choose Your LED Post-Top Light Style
Start by selecting a decorative LED street light design that complements the architecture and character of your space. Signature Streetscapes offers several distinctive styles, ranging from contemporary designs to traditional globe-inspired fixtures.
Crown Globe Post Top Lights
A traditional post-top lighting style ideal for historic districts and classic streetscapes.
STEP 2: Select LED Lighting Specifications
Choose the lighting specifications that best meet your project's illumination requirements. Consider the size of the area, desired brightness, pole spacing, and surrounding environment when selecting your LED configuration.
Key specifications include:
- Wattage: Select the appropriate power output based on your lighting requirements and existing fixture specifications.
- Lumen Output: Determine how much usable light is needed to illuminate the intended space.
- Light Distribution: Choose a distribution pattern, such as Type III or Type V, to direct light where it's needed.
- Color Temperature: Select from warm (3000K), neutral (4000K), or cool (5000K) lighting options where available.
- Voltage: Specify the appropriate electrical configuration for your installation.
If you're replacing existing fixtures, consider their current wattage and light output when evaluating LED upgrade options. Our LED post-top fixtures offer energy-efficient alternatives to traditional HID lighting.
STEP 3: Customize Decorative Lighting Details
Complete the appearance and functionality of your decorative LED street lights with additional components and accessories.
Finials (Ring of Fire)
Add a decorative finishing touch to your Ring of Fire fixture with an optional finial that enhances its overall appearance.
Fitter/Base
Select the appropriate fitter or base to securely connect your lighting globe or fixture to the pole.
Uplight Lid
Customize your fixture with an optional uplight lid designed to direct illumination upward and enhance the visual effect of your lighting assembly.
STEP 4: Complete Your Lighting Assembly
Bring your project together with compatible light poles and decorative bases. Signature Streetscapes offers components designed to create a coordinated outdoor lighting assembly.
Choose from:
- Light Pole Shape: Select round or square pole configurations.
- Pole Diameter: Available in 3-inch and 4-inch options.
- Decorative Pole Bases: Add architectural detail while complementing your selected light fixture.
- Mounting Configuration: Specify the appropriate surface-mount installation components.
Coordinating your LED fixtures, poles, and decorative bases creates a cohesive appearance throughout your property or community.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT LED AREA LIGHTING
What are the benefits of decorative LED street lights?Decorative LED street lights combine architectural styling with energy-efficient illumination. They offer an alternative to traditional HID lighting, helping reduce energy consumption while providing consistent illumination for streets, parks, walkways, campuses, and other outdoor spaces.
Can LED post-top lights replace existing HID fixtures?Yes. Certain LED post-top fixtures are designed to replace existing HID lighting configurations. For example, some Ring of Fire and Ball of Fire models offer one-for-one replacement options. Verify wattage, mounting compatibility, electrical requirements, and light distribution before selecting a replacement.
What is the difference between Type III and Type V light distribution?Type III distribution generally directs light outward in a broad forward pattern, making it useful for illuminating areas adjacent to streets and walkways. Type V distribution provides a more symmetrical pattern around the fixture, making it useful for open areas and spaces requiring more uniform illumination.
What color temperature should I choose for outdoor LED lighting?Color temperature affects the appearance of outdoor lighting. Warm 3000K lighting creates a softer, more traditional appearance, while neutral 4000K provides a balanced white light. Cool 5000K produces a brighter, cooler-white appearance. Your selection should consider the surrounding architecture and intended atmosphere.
Can I customize the appearance of my decorative LED street lights?Yes. Depending on the fixture, you can select from different decorative styles, finishes, accessories, and mounting components to create a coordinated lighting assembly.
What applications are decorative LED post-top lights best suited for?Decorative LED post-top lights are commonly used for downtown streetscapes, residential communities, parks, campuses, walkways, golf courses, amusement parks, and commercial properties.
Can Signature Streetscapes help with a custom lighting project?Absolutely. Signature Streetscapes offers a complimentary Signature Design Service to help customers develop lighting concepts and coordinate the components needed for their projects.
NEED SOMETHING CUSTOM?
Every streetscape lighting project has different requirements. Whether you're planning a new installation, upgrading existing fixtures, or coordinating decorative lighting throughout a community, our team is here to help.
Take advantage of our complimentary Signature Design Service. We'll work with you to explore lighting options, coordinate components, and develop a solution that meets your project's functional and aesthetic requirements.