WHO WE ARE Bright Ideas Inc. was established in 1993 by co-owners Larry Jones and Robert Martin. Our 'Bright' idea was to provide safe, durable, custom low voltage outdoor lighting while at the same time providing unmatched service and reliability. We observed many homeowner attempts to illuminate their property with cheap hardware store lighting. We began by researching the low voltage industry and found the lighting system that we continue to use today, that has proven to be superior to any other system we have come across since. After establishing the philosophy that lighting installed properly and with the right product would prove to be a significant enhancement to one's property, we took the next step. In 1996, we trained to become the best lighting system designers we could be completing and excelling in several design school courses. The friendly, trusting relationships we have established since, as well as the pleasure and pride we take along with our client's in our lighting systems, have made our business a truly gratifying one. At Bright Ideas, our customers come first. We take a consultative approach to educating our clients to ensure fully understand project details and receive the best value for investment. To that end, we encourage the creation of a landscape lighting plan as crucial first step toward your success. Through this process we clarify your vision, identify products to be used and come to an agreement on the budget and expected results. This professional approach helps guarantee your full satisfaction with the project. While we maintain these standards, the unfortunate reality is there are independent contractors that do not share this professional approach. It is in your best interest to conduct research into the company best suited to your needs - a company interested in expanding their business through exceptional service and customer satisfaction. Here are some examples of the Bright Ideas difference: Bright Ideas maintains a corporate headquarters at 1305 Schoolhouse Road Unit 3, New Lenox, Illinois and is available to answer any questions about how to select the right company or to discuss your project needs. Bright Ideas believes in serving our customers for the long-term. To that end, we continually invest in company improvements such as vehicles, equipment and employee training programs to help serve you better. All staff members are certified and trained to install our lighting systems. In 1998 alone, we claimed five awards in lighting and landscape design and continue to receive accolades on a regular basis. Numerous articles have been published about our work in the Southtown Economist, Crains, The Star and many other Chicago area newspapers., as well as being the feature story on NBC and ABC news programs. Bright Ideas has been interviewed on several major radio stations in the Chicago Area including the top afternoon drive time program. They liked us so much, we even did a project for the disc jockey.