Some lighting projects are about enhancing beauty. Others are about preserving history.
Blingle! of Northern Colorado was honored to help restore a meaningful piece of Fort Collins history by illuminating the cross atop the 75-foot tower at First United Methodist Church. For the first time in decades, the church's iconic cross is once again shining over the community, serving as a visible symbol of faith, hope, and tradition.
Completed just in time for the church's Christmas Eve service, this project represents the power of thoughtful lighting design to bring new life to historic landmarks while preserving their significance for future generations.
Bringing Light Back to a Fort Collins Landmark
For many years, the cross atop the church tower remained unlit. Church leaders sought a solution that would respectfully highlight this important architectural feature while providing reliable, energy-efficient illumination.
The Blingle! team worked closely with church representatives to develop a lighting solution capable of showcasing the cross from a significant height while maintaining the aesthetic integrity of the historic structure.
The result is a striking nighttime presence that allows the cross to once again serve as a recognizable landmark within the Fort Collins community.
Overcoming the Challenges of a 75-Foot Installation
Lighting a structure at the top of a 75-foot tower requires specialized planning, equipment, and expertise. Accessing the cross safely and efficiently was one of the project's most significant challenges.
To make the installation possible, Blingle! partnered with Our Family Tree Service and Wisdom Crane, whose specialized equipment and expertise helped provide safe access to the tower's upper reaches.
This collaboration allowed the project team to complete the installation efficiently while maintaining the highest standards of safety and workmanship.
Architectural Lighting for Churches and Historic Buildings
Architectural lighting serves a unique purpose beyond basic illumination. It highlights the character, craftsmanship, and significance of buildings that play an important role in their communities.
For churches, houses of worship, and historic properties, professional lighting can:
- Enhance visibility of important architectural features
- Create a welcoming presence after dark
- Improve safety around the property
- Highlight historic landmarks and structures
- Preserve and celebrate a building's legacy
- Support special events, services, and holiday celebrations
Carefully designed lighting can draw attention to steeples, crosses, bell towers, stonework, stained-glass features, and other architectural elements that make each building unique.
Illuminated in Time for Christmas Eve
The timing of this project made the completion especially meaningful. With the cross illuminated once again before Christmas Eve services, church members and visitors were able to experience a renewed sense of tradition during one of the most important celebrations of the year.
The restored lighting serves as a lasting enhancement that will continue to benefit the congregation and the broader Fort Collins community for years to come.
Thank You to Our Project Partners
Blingle! of Northern Colorado extends its sincere appreciation to First United Methodist Church for entrusting us with this important project and to Our Family Tree Service for their invaluable partnership in making the installation possible.
Projects like this demonstrate how professional outdoor lighting can do more than illuminate a structure—it can help preserve history, strengthen community connections, and restore cherished landmarks.
Outdoor and Architectural Lighting in Fort Collins, Colorado
Blingle! of Northern Colorado provides custom lighting design and installation for churches, commercial properties, historic buildings, community landmarks, residential homes, and special events throughout Fort Collins, Loveland, Windsor, Timnath, Greeley, and surrounding communities.
Whether you're looking to highlight a historic feature, improve your property's nighttime appearance, or create a custom outdoor lighting design, our team can help bring your vision to light.