Landscape Makeover: Grownup Getaway
Around this pool, there's plenty of play space for both kids and adults.
Before: There's a pool in this backyard and that's about it. Kids' toys are scattered around on bare ground, and there's no defined space for the parents to relax and entertain.
After: A cabana, complete with serving bar, anchors one end of the pool.
After: A beautiful water feature complements the setting. Two pumps provide a vigorous water flow of 8,000 gallons per hour.
After: Between the water feature and cabana, there's additional seating around a firepit and by the pool.
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