DarkSky Approved Lighting: Let the Night Shine

What is DarkSky Approved Lighting?

DarkSky Approved fixtures are designed to minimize light pollution by directing light downward where it’s needed, rather than scattering it into the sky. These fixtures feature either integrated shrouds or use directional designs that keep light focused downward on pathways, entryways, and outdoor spaces, not the cosmos. The result? Beautifully lit landscapes that don’t compromise the stars above or the wildlife around it.

Why DarkSky Approved Lighting Matters

Beyond preserving our view of the night sky, DarkSky lighting plays a critical role in protecting wildlife. Many species, from sea turtles to migratory birds, are highly sensitive to artificial light. Excess light at night can disrupt their natural behaviors, migration patterns, and breeding cycles. By choosing DarkSky Approved fixtures, you’re not just creating a beautifully designed space while reducing light pollution; you’re supporting healthier ecosystems.

Where to Use DarkSky Approved Lighting

DarkSky Approved fixtures are ideal for use in areas where preserving natural darkness is essential or regulated. Coastal properties, waterfronts, and national parks often require DarkSky compliance to protect wildlife and maintain the integrity of the night environment.

DarkSky lighting plays a pivotal role in national parks and protected lands, where preserving natural darkness supports both wildlife and visitor experience. Parks with Dark Sky designations often see increased tourism driven by stargazing and nighttime programming, creating economic benefits for surrounding communities. Just as importantly, darker skies protect nocturnal animals and migratory species that rely on natural light cues for navigation, feeding, and breeding.

Along coastlines and waterfronts, artificial light can travel far beyond the shore, disrupting both marine and coastal ecosystems. Excess nighttime lighting interferes with behaviors like sea turtle hatchling navigation, seabird movement, and marine life rhythms below the surface. DarkSky Approved lighting helps reduce skyglow and light spill, protecting sensitive habitats while preserving the natural character of coastal nightscapes.

But these fixtures aren’t just for remote locations, they’re equally valuable in crowded neighborhoods where light trespass and glare can affect your neighbors and the surrounding community. Wherever thoughtful lighting matters, DarkSky fixtures deliver.

Our DarkSky Approved Collections

Offering a large array of DarkSky Approved collections, we give you a range of styles to complement any architectural aesthetic. From the modern lines of Cylinder to the coastal charm of Hatteras Bay and the classic appeal of Hampshire, each collection is designed to perform beautifully while respecting the night sky. Collections like Walden, Wesley, Estella, Ripley, Lozano, Northland, and Prin are either fully DarkSky Approved or are DarkSky Approved with required bulb or covering to meet compliance standards.