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
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.