Landscaping, putting greens and fire features that finish the backyard.

A pool is the centerpiece, but the space around it is what makes a backyard feel complete. Landscaping, putting greens and fire features add color, activity and places to gather, and they are most effective when planned together with the pool.

Landscaping that frames the pool. Plants, beds and rock work soften hard edges and create privacy. The Miller project combined a new custom pool with detailed landscaping, decorative rock features and custom stone steps that completely redefined the space.

Choose plants for East Texas. Heat, humidity and heavy rain all affect what thrives. Keep plants with heavy leaf drop away from the water to reduce maintenance, and use rock and hardscape where grass struggles.

Putting greens. A synthetic putting green adds year-round entertainment for every age with very little upkeep. It can sit beside the pool or anchor its own corner of the yard.

Fire pits and fire features. A fire pit or fireplace extends backyard season into cooler evenings and gives guests a natural place to gather. The Phillips project includes a fire pit gathering space beside its rock waterfall.

Plan utilities and drainage together. Lighting, irrigation, gas lines for fire features and drainage are far easier to install during construction than after. Including them in your design and proposal keeps the whole project coordinated.

Tell us how you want to spend time outside, and we can design the pool and everything around it as one plan.