Why Lumen Lighting?
At Lumen Lighting, we approach outdoor lighting as an art — blending thoughtful design with precise execution. Founder and Charlotte native Tarek Kaouk brings over half a decade of hands-on experience, a background in architectural design, and a deep passion for creating lighting experiences that transform how people live in and love their homes.
Our work has earned award-winning recognition for its creativity, craftsmanship, and lasting impact. We blend innovation with care to design lighting that feels as intentional and beautiful as the homes themselves.
If you’re looking for lighting that’s artistic, thoughtful, and built to last — you’re in the right place.
Step 1
We Listen and Walk Your Property
Every great lighting design starts with listening.
We meet you at your home to understand your goals, walk the space together, and start shaping a vision based on how you live and what you value.
Step 2
We Create and Present Your Custom Lighting Plan
We design a custom lighting plan tailored to your home’s architecture, landscape, and lifestyle.
You'll review a lighting sketch, design concept, premium fixture options, and real project examples — choosing the selections that feel right for you and your home.
Step 3
We Install and Reveal the Experience
Once your design is approved, we schedule your installation. We treat your home with care — clean installation, zero mess, and attention to every detail.
After installation, we fine-tune every fixture, aiming and adjusting until the lighting feels just right.
Then comes the moment everyone’s waiting for — the nighttime reveal. Bring the family, flip the switch, and see your home in a completely new light.
The Lumen Difference
Our People
Our Personalization
Our Process
Our Product
Behind every lighting design is someone who cares deeply about getting it right. From your first consultation to final adjustments, you’ll work directly with founder Tarek Kaouk and a team that values craftsmanship, clear communication, and respect for your home. We treat each project like it’s our own — with care, creativity, and precision.
Our personalization begins with understanding — how you live, what you love, and what you want your space to feel like after dark. We design from the ground up, crafting lighting systems that reflect your vision and highlight your home’s unique features. It’s a fully personalized process that results in lighting that feels natural, intentional, and entirely your own.
We walk your property with care, ask the right questions, and study your home through the lens of both design and lifestyle. From there, we craft a custom lighting plan — thoughtfully positioning each fixture to complement your architecture, highlight key features, and enhance the way you use your space. After installation, we return at night to make live adjustments, fine-tuning every beam until your home feels balanced, beautiful, and complete.
We design lighting to last — and to make that happen, we use only the highest-grade materials on the market. That’s why we rely on marine-grade solid brass fixtures, professional-grade wiring, and the most secure, waterproof connectors available, ensuring consistent performance through every season. As lighting designers, our goal is for the artistry we create to be experienced exactly as intended — with no interruptions, no failures, and no shortcuts. When you step outside, your lighting should feel as effortless and beautiful as the day it was installed.
A Word From Our Founder
“I’ve always believed great design is felt more than seen. Lighting should bring calm, beauty, and emotion to your space — night after night.”
Tarek Kaouk
Lead Lighting DesignerWhat Our Clients Say About Our Lighting
Hedi J
Client of Company“They truly exceeded my expectations with their craftsmanship and dedication.”
Brian Quick
NFL Wide Receiver“Literally the best in NC… made me feel like a kid again seeing how the house lights up.”
Colton M
Client of Company“Clean, polished, professional job — lighting done correctly is a game changer.”
Judy T
Client of Company“Wow, what a difference! Tarek is knowledgeable, hardworking, and dependable.”
Mark M
Client of Company“Tarek treated my house like his own. VERY meticulous and used quality materials.”
Ashley R
Client of Company“Tarek doesn’t stop until he’s personally satisfied — that’s rare. The craftsmanship was top notch.”
Maureen P
Client of Company“It feels like I’m in an elegant resort — their creative ideas elevated the beauty of our home.”
Let’s Design Something Special
This short form is your first step toward a beautifully lit home — one that feels more inviting, more secure, and more alive after dark. We’ll walk your property, listen to your vision, and create a custom design tailored entirely to you.
Fill out the form, and we’ll be in touch shortly. Prefer to talk? Call us at (980) 522-2222, and we’ll get you on our quote schedule now.