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Poolside Paradise
A plain pool deck turned into a year-round entertaining wing with a covered pavilion, an outdoor kitchen and fireplace, and a natural-stone spa spilling into the pool.
How this project came together
The challenge
Concrete, lawn and patches of dirt around the house and attached garage. The pool, spa, BBQ area and curved walkways were already in, along with irrigation valves, hose bibs and outlets. Nobody was talking about putting in a pool here. The job was working out what to do with the one they had.
The design decision
We remodeled the pool and spa with new tile, coping and plaster, then rebuilt the yard around them: a built-in BBQ and pizza oven with seating, two pergolas, new step treads, new lawn, a water feature, paths that go where people actually walk, and reworked planting.
The build
The remodeled pool pairs with new decking, treads and coping, a BBQ island and a pergola for the shade. Pavers, decomposed granite and concrete steps make up the hardscape. Artificial turf and layered drought-tolerant beds keep the upkeep low. The lighting does two jobs at once: atmosphere, and getting from the house to the pool safely after dark.
The Design Process
From survey to buildable plan
Every project is measured, drawn, and approved before a shovel goes in the ground. These are the actual drawings for this property.
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100%Base Plan
This base plan outlines an existing property with a central residence, attached garage, and a mix of concrete, lawn, and dirt areas. Notable existing features include a pool, spa, BBQ area, and curved walkways throughout the backyard. Utility placements such as irrigation valves, hose bibs, and electrical outlets are also marked. The layout provides a clear reference of existing conditions, forming the foundation for future design improvements.
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100%Design Proposals
This sketch outlines a proposed landscape upgrade featuring a remodeled pool and spa with new tile, coping, and plaster finish. The plan incorporates new hardscape elements including a built-in BBQ and pizza oven with seating, two pergolas, and upgraded step treads. Additional features include new lawn areas, a water feature, defined pathways, and thoughtfully designed planting zones.
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100%Conceptual Plan
This conceptual landscape design features a modern outdoor space with a remodeled pool, updated decking, step treads, and coping. It includes a built-in BBQ island, shaded pergola, and hardscape elements like pavers, decomposed granite, and concrete steps. Artificial turf, layered planting beds, and drought-tolerant plants add low-maintenance greenery. Integrated lighting enhances both ambiance and safety.
Before We Built It
The space, rendered in 3D
Homeowners approve a photorealistic model of their own property before construction starts, so what gets built is what they signed off on.
Before & After
The property as we found it
Drag the handle to see the same view before construction began.
Before After
Finished Project
Poolside Paradise in detail
7 photographs of the completed project.
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