Water Features for your Poolside Landscaping in Dutchess County, NY

For some homeowners, putting the finishing touched on their new inground pool means installing a paver patio, adding low-voltage lighting, and perhaps a nice planting design to bring it all together. But many homeowners in Dutchess County, NY and the surrounding Hudson Valley area are really looking to bump up their poolside game even more. Landscaping around a pool—or Poolscapes as their referred to—can be brought to a whole new level with a water feature. There are two main types of poolside waterfalls.

The first is what's called a pondless waterfall constructed of natural boulders and rocks. The pool water is pumped to the top of the the feature and spills down through the levels of the boulders and back into the pool. The result is a landscaping design element that offers a visual focal point as well as an auditory element that is very soothing. 

Colorfalls Spillways by Atlantic Water Gardens

The second type of water feature that the Harmony Hill team recommends for poolsides is a sheeted waterfall. Often referred to as Colorfalls, these beauties are company, come with lighted spillways, and offer a bit more formal design look. While the pondless boulder waterfalls can be self contained, the Colorfalls units need to be sunk into some type of wall structure to hide the backside components. 

Whether you go formal or natural with the design, a poolside water feature for your Hudson Valley home is a great addition to the backyard living space. Here's a tip! If your inground pool hasn't been installed yet, you should consider working the water feature into the design plans right from the beginning. It will save you time and money in the long run. 

Enjoy!

Paver Walkways = Big Time Curb Appeal in Hopewell Junction, NY

We love interlocking concrete pavers. There, we said it. When deciding to replace or add a new walkway or patio area to your home, be sure to choose the best material for the job.

Why should you choose concrete pavers for your Dutchess County walkway or patio?

A much better alternative to poured or stamped concrete, pavers are a perfect choice for walkways and patios here in Dutchess and Orange County, NY. With the harsh NY winters, concrete pavers prevent cracking and the system is allowed to adjust with the freeze/thaw climate we live in. And nothing quite adds curb appeal like removing an old concrete walkway and replacing it with a vibrant new paver path. 

How did these Hopewell Junction, NY homeowners add amazing curb appeal to their Hudson Valley Home?

For this featured project, these Hopewell Junction, NY homeowners had an extra special element for creating instant curb appeal—mature plantings. The team at Harmony Hill Landscaping loves to work on properties with well designed plantings that have had many years to mature beautifully. Although the crew must be more sensitive to ensure they don't disturb the existing beauties, once the walkway, patio, or outdoor kitchen is completed, the impact is immediate. 

Add landscape lighting for extra safety and beauty.

A newly installed low voltage landscape lighting system completes this front entrance, bringing added function and security. Path lights manufactured by Cast Lighting in NJ line the walkway, spreading gentle lighting across the pavers. Landscape lighting is quite beautiful to experience and adds incredible resale value to any home.  

Hudson Valley Pool Patio + Walls: Part II (Saugerties, NY)

Another project here in Saugerties, NY wraps up beautifully! Unilock's Rivercrest wall product compliments this pool patio perfectly. With a few weeks left to enjoy the nice weather, these homeowners are set to finish out the summer in style and comfort. 

But even if your project hasn't yet begun, it's still a smart time to begin the process. With fall right around the corner, next spring is sure to come even faster! Saugerties, NY homeowners that begin outdoor living projects in the fall are prepared to enjoy the entire season next year. 

With design, permits, and construction to complete, why not get a jump on the 2016 season now?

Pool Renovation in Hawthorne, NY Complete!

Nothing injects new life into an old pool than a beautiful new paver patio. This Westchester, NY poolscape is a far cry from what it was a few weeks ago—the before picture shows the amazing transformation. 

Major home investments such as in-ground pools need a little love every so often. Often times, it's not always the only option to rip out the existing structure and begin anew. This beautiful Hudson Valley pool patio/outdoor living space is a perfect example. 

Enjoy!

A custom deck or paver patio for your Fishkill, NY pool

Looking to install an inground swimming pool or an above ground pool?  Much thought and planning needs to be put into the design and material choice of the pool's deck or patio. 

Here in the Fishkill, NY, many homeowners choose concrete pavers as the surface for the patio surrounding their new inground pool. Pavers from manufacturers like Unilock, Techo-Bloc, and Cambridge are perfect for pool patios as they are durable, flexible, smooth, and beautiful to look at. 

Above ground pools are very popular in some neighborhoods in Dutchess County in NY. Depending on the lay of the land where the pool is installed, a custom deck can do wonders for creating unity between the house and the pool. If designed and installed correctly, a custom deck can make an above ground swimming pool feel almost like and inground pool! Consider composite decking materials like Trex, Fiberon, and TimberTech as they can add longevity to your project, while also greatly reducing maintenance costs. 

Outdoor living areas are an amazing way to extend your home's livable spaces. By choosing the proper patio or deck around your pool, yours can be inviting and functional. 

Photos: Project in Fishkill, NY by Harmony Hill Landscaping