Preloader Close

Landscaping: West Hillhurst 002

NW Calgary - West Hillhurst 002

The major focus of this backyard is truly as a Staycation experience. Central to the layout is a fiberglass swimming pool from Pentarm. After experimenting with different models in the design process, the model that suited this application best is the Santa Marta. With dimensions of approximately 8.8m x 3.4m (29’ x11’) it features a flat bottom and tanning ledge for resort inspired lounging. We fitted it with a motorized safety cover, and the equipment is conveniently housed in the detached garage.

The other major component of this project is a large composite deck covered with an aluminum louvered roof pergola. This space acts as a large outdoor room and can be enclosed further by lowering the motorized screens. These screens block wind, enhance privacy, and retain warmth when closed but when raised allow the breeze and light to carry through, especially when the lovers are opened . LED lighting enhances the mood and extends the use into the evening hours.

The deck also extends to incorporate a spa with privacy screen surround. The screens are made from powder coated aluminum and composite materials for many years of trouble-free service. The spa is positioned for easy access in the winter and overlooks the pool to add to the staycation backyard vibe.

This family includes a pair of very active dogs, and the synthetic turf on the pool level and side-yard beside the garage gives them a place to play and the turf adds a splash of green to offset the hardscaping. The pool deck is made from pavers and a contrasting band was incorporated around the pool as an accent. Low maintenance landscaping buttons up the small garden spaces completing this stunning project.

A challenge in designing this type of project on a property with a detached garage is often drainage, and this project was no exception as it is a very flat back yard and the garage/house combine with fixed elevations and drain to the fixed elevation of the back lane. Raising the entire pool level with a course of pre-cast block retaining helped tremendously with controlling drainage. Also, as with most pool projects we build, we incorporated the ability to capture water in a sump system that can be pumped out if necessary.
Landscape construction by The Landscape Artist

Landscaping Project Video




Landscaping Project Photos

NW Calgary - West Hillhurst 002

All season aluminum pergola with motorized roof
All season aluminum pergola offers a relaxing view of the pool
The Fiberglass pool was craned over the house into the space on the stone block patio
Step out from the Aluminum Pergola out to the Hot Tub
All season aluminum pergola privacy and protection from bugs with motorized screens
All season landscaping with pergola, pool, deck and hot tub

Landscaping

View More Landscaping Projects

Backyard basketball and sports court with poured cement retaining walls and deck space.

Landscaping Design
& Construction Project:
Aspen 003

Beachfront landscaping with synthetic grass, curved patio design and glass bead fire pit.

Landscaping Design
& Construction Project:
Auburn Bay 003

Lounge on the patio or closer to the lake or use the artificial turf putting green

Landscaping Design
& Construction Project:
Bonavista 001

curb appeal with ,mutiple patio areas created by small retaining walls

Landscaping Design
& Construction Project:
Cranston 001

Cement retaining walls frame this modern design incporporating terraces and stairs to the river

Landscaping Design
& Construction Project:
Cranston 002

Lower tier of the yard stepping down to the artificial grass putting green, patio and water feature.

Landscaping Design
& Construction Project:
Cranston 003

Cement retaining walls frame this modern designed patios and backyard basketball sports court

Landscaping Design
& Construction Project:
Cranston 004

Beautiful garden beds were designed between the house and garage leading to the backyard lilly pond and lower patio seating area with the fire pit

Landscaping Design
& Construction Project:
Dalhousie 001

Outdoor fireplace on patio provides privacy in this Calgary landscaping project

Landscaping Design
& Construction Project:
Mountain Park 001