At Serene Aqua, we believe the right lighting transforms a property from basic to breathtaking. Our custom landscape lighting installations are designed to highlight your home’s best features while improving nighttime safety, security, and ambiance. Whether you’re illuminating a garden path, showcasing a retaining wall, or creating a serene atmosphere for your patio, our expert team installs lighting systems that enhance your home’s beauty and functionality.
Using low-voltage LED lighting, solar-powered options, and timeless fixture designs, we help Cincinnati homeowners extend their enjoyment of outdoor living well past sunset.
With 10+ years of experience in both hardscaping and lighting, we specialize in integrated lighting systems that enhance patios, gardens, walls, steps, and more.
We don’t use templates. Your landscape lighting plan is custom-designed to fit your home’s layout, architecture, and landscape features.
We install weather-resistant, corrosion-proof fixtures and energy-saving LED systems to ensure long-lasting results in Cincinnati’s four-season climate.
Our lights are built to shine through rain, snow, heat, and humidity—requiring minimal maintenance while offering maximum beauty.
From Hyde Park to Indian Hill, we proudly serve communities across Hamilton County and Northern Kentucky.
A driveway isn’t just a path to your garage—it’s the first impression your home makes. We specialize in custom driveways in Cincinnati that are both functional and stunning.
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Pathway & Walkway Lighting
✔ Safe Illumination After Dark – Prevent trips and slips with clearly lit paths, driveways, and entryways.
✔ Energy-Efficient LEDs – Long-lasting bulbs that require less maintenance.
✔ Stylish Stake Lights – Blend seamlessly into flower beds and lawn edges.
"Add depth and drama to your landscape with soft, focused lighting for flower beds, shrubs, and garden borders. Our accent fixtures highlight colors, textures, and seasonal blooms—bringing your garden to life after dark."
Garden & Plant Bed Accent Lighting
✔ Spotlight Focal Features – From ornamental trees to fountains and sculptures.
✔ Create Nighttime Ambiance – Gentle up lighting enhances garden aesthetics after dark.
✔ Solar Lighting Options – Eco-conscious solutions that reduce wiring and costs.
"Showcase the structure and style of your outdoor features with precise lighting for walls, steps, and stonework. Our hardscape lighting adds dimension, improves nighttime safety, and highlights your landscape’s architectural beauty."
Hardscape & Retaining Wall Lighting
✔ Integrated Lighting Systems – Perfectly installed within stone steps, patio edges, or walls.
✔ Waterproof Fixtures – Designed to endure Ohio weather conditions.
✔ Highlight Texture & Structure – Make every line, layer, and level pop.
Turn your backyard into a nighttime retreat. Our lighting designs for decks and patios create ambiance, extend functionality, and complement your outdoor entertainment areas.
We craft steps that integrate beautifully into your landscape built to handle Cincinnati’s freeze-thaw cycles.
Deck Railing & Stair Lighting
✓ Recessed Step Lights – Prevent missteps and falls without harsh glare.
✓ Under-Rail LEDs – Subtle illumination built into deck railings for a clean finish.
✓ Smart Dimmers & Timers – Adjust lighting for mood or time of day.
Ideal for transitional areas between decks, patios, or raised planters, our paver steps offer sleek consistency.
Patio & Outdoor Lounge Lighting
✓ Warm Ambient Fixtures – Ideal for conversation areas or dining spaces.
✓ Overhead Pergola or Bistro Lights – Stylish lighting options for covered patios.
✓ Low-Voltage Integration – Energy-saving systems that last season after season.
Add elegance and drama to water elements after dark. Our pool and landscape lighting services highlight the beauty and movement of water with safety in mind.
Thoughtfully placed pool and pathway lights improve safety and atmosphere—guiding every step while enhancing your outdoor ambiance.
In-Ground & Pathway Pool Lights
✓ Waterproof Lighting Fixtures – Built to handle moisture, splash zones, and seasonal shifts.
✓ Slip-Resistant Placement – Illuminates walking areas for nighttime visibility.
✓ Color-Changing LEDs – Enhance ambiance for parties or relaxation.
Perfect for homeowners who want their water features to feel integrated with the surrounding landscape and nighttime mood.
Fountain & Pond Accent Lighting
✓ Underwater Spotlights – Make flowing water shimmer at night.
✓ Backlit Rocks or Boulders – Add soft drama with light hidden in the landscaping.
✓ Custom Positioning – We tailor each light for shadow, depth, and angle perfection.
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We proudly serve neighborhoods throughout Hamilton County and Northern Kentucky, including:
At Serene Aqua, we transform ordinary yards into extraordinary nighttime retreats through professionally designed landscape lighting systems. Whether you’re illuminating garden paths, spotlighting trees, or adding glow to patios and retaining walls, our lighting solutions enhance safety, highlight beauty, and extend outdoor enjoyment well into the evening.
From energy-efficient LEDs to custom-built step and accent lighting, every design balances function with ambiance. Our Cincinnati-based team delivers precise, durable lighting installations that complement your architecture and landscaping style. Whether you live in Ohio or Kentucky, we’ll help you create an outdoor space that shines—literally.
The best lighting for a front yard combines path lights, uplighting, and accent fixtures. Path lights provide safe navigation to your entryway, while uplighting highlights architectural elements or mature trees. Accent lights can draw attention to garden features or stonework. At Serene Aqua, we tailor front yard lighting to each home’s layout, ensuring your space looks welcoming and elegant.
Absolutely. We specialize in integrating lighting into existing patios, garden beds, and outdoor features without disrupting your current layout. Whether you have pavers, natural stone, or mulch beds, our team can install low-profile fixtures and smart transformers to bring out the best in your landscape—while keeping wiring discreet and safe.
While solar-powered lights can work for accent purposes, Ohio’s cloudy winters and short daylight hours can limit their reliability. For consistent brightness and long-term performance, we recommend low-voltage LED lighting connected to a central transformer, especially for areas needing year-round illumination like walkways, entries, or slopes.
Modern low-voltage LED landscape lights can last 30,000 to 50,000 hours, depending on the brand and usage. At Serene Aqua, we only use high-quality, weather-resistant fixtures that are tested for Cincinnati’s seasonal changes—from humid summers to icy winters. With proper installation and occasional maintenance, your system can last well over a decade.
Yes! We use layered lighting techniques to highlight both vertical elements like trees and horizontal features like flower beds. Up lights or moonlights can enhance trees, while small flood or wash lights bring out the color and texture of ground-level plants. Our custom designs ensure these lights complement—not compete—with each other.
We do. Sloped, tiered, or uneven landscapes often require strategic fixture placement and beam angle adjustments to ensure even light distribution. Whether your property has garden terraces, retaining walls, or hillside paths, our team designs with elevation changes in mind—enhancing safety and aesthetics across every grade level.
With today’s energy-efficient LED systems, the impact on your bill is minimal—often just a few dollars per month. Low-voltage systems draw very little power and can be connected to timers, motion sensors, or smart home controls to further optimize usage. We always design with energy savings in mind.
Yes, effective lighting can deter intruders and improve safety. Strategically placed lights near entry points, driveways, and dark corners reduce shadowed areas and increase visibility. Motion-activated or dusk-to-dawn lighting options add an extra layer of protection for your home and family.
Yes. Whether you need a system tune-up, fixture replacement, or wire repair, Serene Aqua offers professional maintenance services—even if we didn’t install your system originally. We can upgrade outdated halogen systems to energy-efficient LEDs or troubleshoot dim or malfunctioning zones.
Scheduling is easy. Call us at 513-919-9979 or use our online contact form to request your free consultation. One of our local lighting experts will visit your property, assess your goals, and provide a customized lighting design and estimate—all with no obligation
Invest in a breathtaking landscape that enhances your home’s beauty and functionality. Whether you need new plantings, custom hardscaping, or a complete outdoor transformation, our expert team is here to help!
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