1. Excessive brightness and glossy white LEDs are seen as a blunt safety‑by‑illumination myth
"The 'lights=safety' nonsense shows no sign of coming to an end." – trollbridge
"I hate outdoor LED lights so much, I won’t be surprised if … they cause permanent eye damage." – SuperNinKenDo
2. Smart, low‑impact, adaptable lighting is preferred
"Where I live … the lighting system has presence sensors, so it turns on as you walk and off shortly after – it feels like a friendly ghost." – Loic
"We need much better engineering standards … instead of a few bare bulbs that cause glare." – michael1999
3. Lighting isn’t a reliable crime deterrent; pedestrian‑centric design matters more
"The biggest excuse for ultra‑bright streetlights is crime prevention, but it’s often just an excuse." – swiftcoder
"Criminals aren’t hiding in bushes in desolate parks to mug or rape random people; the real risk is trip‑and‑fall hazards, not muggers." – naravara