Summer 2013 | Artful Living

Day in the Sun

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Southview Design Creates Unrivaled Outdoor Spaces

Summer is the perfect time to move the office outdoors or enjoy a meal alfresco. But a lackluster exterior environment can distract from the fun in the sun. Many Twin Cities homeowners have tapped Southview Design to create the perfect backdrop for enjoying the season. Here are some of their stories.

Here in Minnesota, we spend a lot of time by the water during summer. For homeowners who don't have a lake home, a swimming pool satisfies that desire. Sometimes that means creating a level space to install the pool. These two families had unique, challenging landscape issues to be addressed in order to accomplish that dream.

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Swimming Pool Landscape Designs

Gem Lake Jewel

2019 AWARD WINNER – Working through uncooperative weather and into December, our design and installation crews went the extra mile (or ten) to create this suburban luxury landscape.

No-Mow Forest Backyard

2019 AWARD WINNER – This backyard landscape blends modern and natural elements to create a low-maintenance outdoor living space with a trend-setting plunge pool.

Family Fun in Front

Nature provided this riverfront home with a stunning backdrop, but the yard lacked sufficient space for family gatherings. This classic design features a fully fenced swimming pool, hot tub, paver patio and low maintenance plantings.

Afton Oasis

2023 AWARD WINNER – Luxury swimming pool landscape with bluestone pool deck, party barn, fire patio, and sophisticated garden.

Swimming Pool Overhaul

2014 AWARD WINNER – This Wayzata landscape renovation is the winner of awards from NARI, MNLA, NALP and PLANET and includes a swimming pool, outdoor kitchen, fireplace, cabana, renovated basketball court, and more.

Classic Backyard & Swimming Pool

2018 AWARD WINNER – With amenities like a dining patio, fire table, and swimming pool, this landscape is ready for summer pool parties and fall evenings around the fire – or enjoying the hot tub.

Private Lakeside Paradise

2016 AWARD WINNER – Five years in the making, this secluded backyard will take your breath away. Overcoming significant construction challenges to combine lake access and a private pool.

Resort Living in Roseville

Personalized backyard resort with a pool, spa, outdoor kitchen, and living room. Everything you need for the perfect summer.

Backyard Retreat in Apple Valley

This Apple Valley backyard resort was thoughtfully designed to ensure the homeowners’ suburban lot emulates a private and luxurious oasis.

Petite and Shady Pool

This shady backyard in the forest has it all: a pool and patio, colorful flowers, a fire pit, and a bubbling water feature.

Swimming Pool Overlooking Wetlands

2023 AWARD WINNER – Retaining walls transform a featureless slope into a multi-level backyard resort with a swimming pool, patio, wood-burning fireplace, and hot tub.

Lakeside Award-Winner

2013, 2012 AWARD WINNER – Minnesota backyard resort with swimming pool, pond, putting green, pergola, outdoor kitchen, and fire pit.

Minnesota Family Lakehouse Landscape

A lake home landscape designed around a swimming pool for the extended family to enjoy.

Resort Living on Lake Minnetonka

Nestled along the shores of Lake Minnetonka, this modern lakeshore landscape design seamlessly blends opulence and nature. Designed in partnership with builder John Kraemer & Sons and architects Murphy & Co, the home and outdoor space is an entertainer's paradise.

Elegant Estate

Did someway say curb appeal? Stunning paver driveway, front entry, and swimming pool in North Oaks.

Multi-level Outdoor Living

A functional landscape design with patios at three levels. An outdoor kitchen, an outdoor living space with a fire pit, and a plunge pool and hot tub.

Making a Splash

These homeowners expressed interest in a backyard swimming pool but were doubtful one would fit in their small Minneapolis backyard. With a little creativity, Southview was able to bring the client's vision to life.

Pool With A View

2015 AWARD WINNER – A national award-winner. Peaceful outdoor living with wetland views, bluestone pool deck, colorful gardens, and hot tub.

North Oaks Backyard Haven

Backyard resort in North Oaks featuring a swimming pool, covered kitchen, gas fireplace, and more.

Big Impact - Small Space

Designers overcame several unique challenges to squeeze a deck, pool, and patio with fireplace onto this compact lot in Excelsior, MN.

Lakeside Jewel

2016 AWARD WINNER – Expansive views and dramatic landscape design include an Infinity swimming pool, fire features, an outdoor kitchen, and a hot tub.

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