Large poolside patio was artistically divided by bluestone ribbons and a central stone mosaic focal point.
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The homeowners wanted to add a pergola for shade over their hot tub and the adjacent seating area. For additional comfort, they wanted a way to hang a ceiling fan safely in this space. A pergola provides the perfect place for a ceiling fan because we can run electrical wiring through it inconspicuously. Finally, they wanted to add a gas-burning fire pit next to the seating area for outdoor entertaining and poolside ambiance after dark.

Bundy Drive Brentwood modern home backyard poolside bar & kitchen. Photo by Simon Berlyn.
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A refresh of this poolside space required not only palm trimming and plant removal, but a rethink of the understory planting. The blue gray hues of agave and blue fan palm provide contrast to the monochromatic green. As flowering shrubs and vines grow into the space, they soften the stucco walls and screen neighbors. The pool equipment was relocated, and the new pool tile selected by the homeowner really pops, even making the pot look new (see Before photo).

Custom slanted pergola built in San Antonio by Alamo Patio Covers over a pool area to deliver targeted sun control, open airflow and comfortable poolside shade, The angled design reduces direct heat while enhancing the visual impact of this outdoor living space.

The transformation begins as lush, artificial greenery panels are installed on the right side of the grid. The contrast between the installed section and the remaining bare grid highlights the immediate visual impact of the green wall, adding texture, depth, and a natural feel to the area.

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photography by Andrea Calo
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Blue glazed pots that match the blue tile of the pool are given new life planted with summer annuals. Previously removed from the landscape, repurposed 'Brakelights' Hesperaloe makes a spiky accent that can take the sun.

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Two story terrace overlooks large pool.
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A woven lounge chair sits on the deck beside the curving pool. Decorative screening, dark fencing and planting create a layered backdrop.
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This project began with the installation of a new stain and stamp patio. We used a Flagstone Stamp in Natural Brown.
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This poolside professional stainless steel gas grill is powerful enough to entertain any number of guests! It came from Woodland Direct of Michigan and was built for some serious grilling!

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An outdoor living project combining concrete hardscape, a pergola-covered kitchen, and a custom rectangular gas fire pit. Geometric paving and green joints connect the cooking, lounging, and poolside areas, while warm finishes complement the surrounding landscape. These images show the project with AI-assisted virtual furnishing, landscaping enhancements, and a visualization of the completed pool. (Actual project photography. Images enhanced and virtually staged with AI; pool completion and selected finishes are digitally visualized.)