The Vidlak
A blank backyard with nothing but a bare patio and a single palm tree was transformed into a resort-style retreat — a geometric pool with a Baja shelf and sheer-descent water features, turf, travertine decking, and layered desert landscaping.
The Overview
This yard started with nothing to work with: a plain covered patio, a stretch of gravel, and a single palm tree. We built the entire outdoor space from scratch — staking and excavating the pool, running new plumbing and electrical, forming and pouring the raised water feature walls, and finishing the yard with travertine decking, turf, and desert landscaping. The result is a clean, geometric pool with a Baja shelf and a sheer-descent water feature built into a raised, wood-look accent wall.
“To completely overhaul the property structure to maximize sun exposure, active entertainment, and fluid circulation throughout the yard.”
“We believe that the best pool designs are those that complement the natural environment. Our approach is to create pools that are both beautiful and functional, and that will provide years of enjoyment for our clients.”
“We began with site analysis, grading, and solar studies to plan the ideal pool layout. After 3D renderings and material selection, we engineered a custom retaining wall system and completed the build with excavation, smart automation, and lighting installation.”
Before & After
Project Gallery
Key Design Highlights
Every detail is custom built to suit the property flow. The highlights listed here represent the technical milestones of this construction.
A Baja Shelf Built In
The pool includes a wide Baja shelf tucked into one corner — a shallow lounging area that gives the family a place to relax in the water without needing separate loungers.
Sheer-Descent Water Feature
A raised wall clad in a wood-look finish sends a clean sheet of water into the pool, adding movement and sound while doubling as a planted accent wall above the waterline.
Turf Meets Travertine
A full turf strip runs alongside the pool, giving the yard a soft, usable lawn area next to the light travertine decking — practical for a family yard, not just a showpiece.
Desert Landscaping with a View
Low-water shrubs and palms line the block walls, and a view fence along the back of the property keeps the desert horizon visible instead of walling it off.
Bring Your Backyard to Life
Raised Water Wall
Desert Landscaping & Planting
Pool with Baja Shelves
Wood-Look Accent Walls
The Build Process
Layout & Excavation
Staked out the pool shape and excavated with the yard completely bare.
Plumbing, Electrical & Structure
Ran new plumbing and electrical lines and formed the raised water feature wall and pool structure.
Hardscape & Water Features
Installed the travertine decking and finished the sheer-descent water feature and Baja shelf.
Landscaping & Finishing Touches
Installed turf, desert plantings, and the perimeter block and view fencing.
“Our backyard went from an eyesore to the place we host every single weekend. The team did a fantastic job remodeling the old pool shell.”Vidlak Family
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