Graham Pool & Cabana

Graham Family Outdoor Living Retreat

Client: Graham Family

Project Type: Custom Outdoor Living & Amenity Build

Investment Range: $450,000 - $500,000

Project Overview

For the Graham family, this project was about more than adding features — it was about creating a destination at home. Designed as a fully integrated outdoor living retreat, the space blends recreation, relaxation, and gathering into one cohesive environment. Every element was constructed to feel permanent, intentional, and built for long-term enjoyment.

Set against a wooded backdrop, the finished project feels private, grounded, and thoughtfully scaled to the property.

Scope of Work

This project included the construction and coordination of multiple outdoor living components, including:

- Custom swimming pool with integrated hardscaping

- Pool deck and surrounding stone surfaces

- Covered pavilion structure with vaulted wood ceiling

- Outdoor kitchen with built-in appliances and stone finishes

- Custom masonry pizza oven

- Outdoor shower installation

- Dedicated poolside bathroom

- Electrical, plumbing, and fixture coordination across all amenities

Construction Highlights

Purpose-Built Outdoor Structures:

The covered pavilion serves as the heart of the space. Built with exposed beams and a tongue-and-groove wood ceiling, it provides shade, airflow, and architectural interest while protecting appliances and gathering areas from the elements. Structural planning ensured durability without compromising openness or views.

Outdoor Kitchen & Cooking Features:

The outdoor kitchen was designed for real use — not just aesthetics. Stainless steel appliances, stone veneer, and durable countertops were selected to withstand weather exposure while supporting frequent entertaining. The custom-built pizza oven adds both function and personality, becoming a natural focal point for gatherings.

Seamless Utility Integration:

Outdoor projects of this scale require careful coordination of plumbing, gas, electrical, and drainage systems. From the outdoor shower to refrigeration and cooking equipment, utilities were integrated cleanly and discreetly, maintaining both performance and visual cohesion.

Material Durability & Finish Selection:

Materials were chosen with outdoor longevity in mind — slip-resistant stone surfaces, moisture-tolerant finishes, and weather-rated fixtures throughout. The result is a space that performs just as well as it looks, season after season.

The Result

The finished retreat functions as an extension of the home — a place for family time, entertaining guests, and enjoying the outdoors without compromise. By combining skilled construction, thoughtful sequencing, and detailed finish work, the Graham family’s backyard was transformed into a multi-use environment that feels both elevated and effortless.

This project reflects how intentional outdoor construction can redefine how a home is experienced — creating spaces where memories are made long after the work is complete.