Patio & Bistro Lighting
Outdoor spaces feel completely different after dark. The right lighting turns a backyard, patio, or dining area into somewhere people want to linger. At Hanging Lights Club, we design and professionally install patio and bistro lighting for homes and businesses across Palatine and the northwest suburbs, from a single pergola to a full commercial patio.
Classic Bistro & Patio String Lights
The timeless café look. Warm, glowing string lights strung overhead that make any space feel inviting the moment the sun goes down. We handle the full installation the right way: proper anchoring, tensioned cabling so the lines stay tight and even, and weather rated bulbs and sockets built to last through Chicago seasons. No sagging strands, no extension cords running across the yard, no guesswork.
- Backyards, patios, and decks
- Pergolas and gazebos
- Pool and lounge areas
- Outdoor dining and seating
Color Changing & Permanent Patio Lighting
Want more than warm white? We also install color changing permanent patio and bistro lighting using Minleon products. These give you a clean, warm glow for everyday use and full color whenever you want it, all controlled from an app. Set the scene for a dinner party, match team colors for game day, or run a custom palette for an event.
Because these are permanent, IP67 waterproof rated, and require no cutting or splicing, they stay up year round and look great whether they're on or off. Best of all, they can be matched and synced with permanent lighting installed on the home itself, so your roofline, trim, and patio all work together as one coordinated system.
- Homeowners who want everyday ambiance plus color on demand
- Backyards and entertaining spaces that double as event areas
- Anyone already considering permanent lighting on the house who wants it to extend to the patio
Built for Commercial Spaces
Patio lighting does real work for a business. It extends usable hours, defines outdoor seating, and gives guests a reason to stay. We install for:
- Restaurants and outdoor dining patios
- Breweries and taprooms
- Bars and lounges
- Event spaces and venues
For commercial clients, the color changing permanent option is especially powerful: brand colors, seasonal themes, and event lighting all from one system, with no nightly setup and nothing to take down. Running a restaurant, brewery, or venue? Request a commercial quote and we'll design a setup built for your space and hours.