When our client in Waukee, IA, contacted us, they wanted to create the ultimate outdoor living space. They have a large backyard, so their goal was to maximize that area with a new pool! Our team helped bring their vision to fruition, with the installation of the pool that has an automatic pool cover being the first step of this project. Additionally, we incorporated new landscape beds around the pool deck and backsides of the house to further enhance the space with softscape elements. The last step of this extensive project involved installing outdoor lighting in the surrounding landscape beds to improve visibility and aesthetic appeal at night. With everything finished, they now have an extended living space perfect for hosting and entertaining outside.

The First Step of This Outdoor Living Project Was to Install the Pool

Rectangular pool in Waukee, IA, with a pool deck in a backyard.

This outdoor living project involved multiple elements, but the first step was to install the main feature that everything else would complement: the pool! We expertly designed the rectangular pool to be the focal point of our client's backyard before installing it with precision and attention to detail. This pool has a sun shelf where they can sit in shallow water, which is surrounded by a paver pool deck with an accent design to create a unique look. It is also complete with an automatic pool cover so they can easily cover it when it's not being used to keep it debris-free while reducing evaporation.

Different materials are available to construct swimming pools, including fiberglass, gunite, and vinyl liner.

We Incorporated New Landscape Beds Around the Pool Deck

Once the pool was installed, we moved on to incorporating new landscape beds around the pool deck and backsides of the house. These beds encompass the back of the pool deck, wrapping around one side to further define the space and bring a cohesive design of softscape elements. We filled them with gray trap rocks as the ground cover, which complemented the light gray of the paver pool deck. Different types of plants were also installed to add pops of greenery throughout the beds, along with edging to separate them from the lawn.

Outdoor Lighting in the Landscape Beds Completed This Project

The final step of this project was to install outdoor lighting in the landscape beds surrounding the pool area. Fixtures were placed along the edges, allowing our client to continue to use the space even at night while ensuring its beauty can still be seen. We also use LED lighting because it's long-lasting and energy-efficient, meaning they can get the most out of it. Today, they boast an equally functional and aesthetically appealing outdoor living space that they can enjoy for years to come.

Schedule a consultation for our outdoor living services by contacting us today!

Are you looking to build the outdoor living space of your dreams? If so, look no further than our outdoor living services! At ETCH Outdoor Living, we have the skills and expertise to design and build your desired features, including pools, plus incorporate landscaping elements and lighting to achieve your goals. With us, you can rest assured that you are working with trained professionals, and we will collaborate with you to ensure the result is exactly what you want.

We proudly serve residential and commercial property owners, along with HOAs, in Waukee, IA, and throughout the nearby cities, such as Ankeny, Johnston, Urbandale, and West Des Moines. Schedule a consultation for our outdoor living services by contacting us at (515) 654-5447 today! We look forward to working with you and delivering the same high-quality services we are known for.