New enhancements empower lighting pros with greater flexibility in system design
MOORESTOWN, NJ, January 20, 2026 — Coastal Source, manufacturers of high-performance outdoor audio and lighting solutions designed and engineered to Defy the Elements™, is returning to Lightapalooza 2026 (February 16-19 at Booth #237) with new finish and fixture options for its award winning, next-generation EVO outdoor lighting system.
“EVO established a new standard for rugged, high performance outdoor lighting when it was introduced in 2024,” said Franco D’Ascanio, Founder and CEO of Coastal Source. “Crafted from solid brass for maximum durability, EVO was immediately embraced by lighting designers because it is built to thrive in the harshest environments while delivering powerful illumination with minimal glare. EVO offers superior lumen output and a wider beam spread than traditional MR 16 fixtures, making it the ideal solution for highlighting pathways, architectural details, and outdoor living areas with precision and sophistication.”
At Lightapalooza 2026, EVO’s flexibility and customization is being further expanded and enhanced with the introduction of an array of refined finishes that include Vintage Brass, Black, White, and Nickel. The line can be further personalized with interchangeable shrouds, hats, and lenses to suit any style. Coastal Source’s proprietary Plug+Play™ technology enables quick, hassle-free installation, while integrated CREE LED modules deliver energy-efficient lighting.
“Whether seamlessly tucked into a landscape or featured as a striking design element, EVO’s new range of fixtures and finishes further enhance curb appeal, safety, and ambiance, bringing elevated outdoor lighting to life for every style of residence,” D’Ascanio said.
Coastal Source’s most advanced lighting platform, EVO is designed to solve the real-world challenges lighting designers and integrators face when illuminating complex outdoor environments – from residential landscapes to expansive commercial outdoor living spaces.
Compared to traditional outdoor fixtures, EVO delivers smaller, more refined fixture profiles with higher light output, wider beam angles and multiple dispersion options, including directional and 360+ illumination. The result is reduced glare, improved optics and more natural, visually comfortable lighting scenes that enhance architectural features, plantings and outdoor gathering spaces.
EVO’s modular ecosystem of shrouds, risers, hats and accessories enables hundreds of unique fixture configurations, giving designers the freedom to tailor solutions to the specific needs of each project. EVO can be deployed across softscapes, hardscapes, pathways, trees and architectural features, allowing for cohesive lighting designs with a consistent aesthetic throughout an entire property.
Recipient of a 2024 CEDIA Best of Show Award, 2024 CE Pro BEST Award, 2024 CEDIA Smart Home Award, and the 2025 Technology Designer Performance Home Award, EVO comes backed by Coastal Source’s industry-leading five-year manufacturer’s warranty, providing peace of mind for integrators and homeowners alike. When service is eventually required, the LED module can be easily replaced without removing or replacing the brass fixture — eliminating unnecessary waste, reducing maintenance time and lowering long-term ownership costs.
“Now, more than ever, EVO empowers lighting designers to create stunning designs while giving homeowners years of extraordinary outdoor experiences,” D’Ascanio said.
For more information about EVO and Coastal Source’s complete line of outdoor audio and lighting solutions, www.coastalsource.com. Hi-res imagery is available for download here.
