What is the difference between 'uplighting' and 'downlighting' techniques in landscape lighting design?
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A
Uplighting uses fixtures above the subject; downlighting uses fixtures below
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B
Uplighting directs light upward from ground level to illuminate trees or structures; downlighting mimics moonlight by placing fixtures above to cast light downward
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C
Uplighting is used for pathways; downlighting is used for water features
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D
There is no functional difference between the two techniques