The Backyard Oasis
Custom Pool & Outdoor Living Space in Cincinnati, OH
We created a multi-season, multi-use retreat in this homeowner’s gently sloping backyard. A custom arbor and fireplace near the home provide a quiet space to sit and enjoy meals or the company of friends and family, while a trio of ceramic pots add the soothing sound of a fountain. In the custom gunite pool, a necessary retaining wall became a unique opportunity to add twin waterfalls to the pool. A third waterfall cascades between the raised custom spa and the pool below. The in-pool sun shelf with a trio of bubblers completes the resort-style feel of this spacious backyard.
This featured project is a great example of what’s possible when landscape design and build is approached as one integrated plan. Every element—from the outdoor fireplace and arbor to the gunite pool, spa, retaining wall, and waterfalls—was designed to work together, creating a backyard that’s as functional as it is beautiful across multiple seasons.
A Multi-Season Outdoor Retreat
Outdoor Living Space Design
For this featured project, our goal was clear from the beginning: create a resort-style outdoor living space that felt natural within the homeowner’s gently sloping backyard while maximizing functionality, comfort, and year-round usability.
Close to the home, we positioned a custom arbor and fireplace to create an intimate gathering space.
We then mapped out the pool area to take advantage of the yard’s natural elevation. The slope required a retaining wall for structural support—but instead of concealing it, we designed it as a feature element. By incorporating twin waterfalls into the retaining wall, we transformed a necessary structural solution into a dramatic focal point.
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