Backyards, reimagined across Orange County.
Step through 10 completed pool, spa, and landscape transformations — real backyards, from first excavation to final walkthrough.
Every project below is a real Aquaterra backyard.
Filter by project type, or click any photo to open the full gallery for that backyard.
Orange County, CA Coldwater Residence — Backyard Renovation
A dated pool deck and yard reworked into a cohesive entertaining space with new hardscape, planting, and lighting.
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Orange County, CA Heritage Oak Drive Backyard Escape
Ground-up backyard build centered on a custom pool, designed to feel like a private resort steps from the back door.
View project gallery Orange County, CA Resort-Style Backyard Oasis
A full design-build transformation — pool, spa, hardscape, and planting — captured start to finish in an extended photo set.
View project gallery Orange County, CA Poolside Entertaining Escape
A compact backyard reworked around one goal: more usable space for entertaining, right at the water’s edge.
View project gallery Orange County, CA Custom Pool Design & Build Process
A closer look at how Aquaterra builds a custom gunite pool — from excavation and steel to plaster and final decking.
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Orange County, CA Coldwater Residence — Modern Pool & Spa
Clean-lined pool and spa remodel with updated tile, water features, and a modern hardscape palette.
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Orange County, CA Coldwater Residence — New Pool Construction
A full backyard build documented in detail, from initial grading through the finished pool and landscape.
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Irvine, CA Coalmine Avenue Backyard Transformation
An Irvine backyard rebuilt around a new pool, layered planting, and hardscape designed for year-round use.
View project gallery Porter Ranch, CA Porter Ranch Luxury Backyard
A large-scale backyard build with pool, turf, and layered landscape — shown here from ground level and aerial views.
View project gallery Orange County, CA New Construction Backyard Retreat
Our newest completed backyard — a fresh pool build captured with both aerial and ground-level photography.
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Free design consultation for Orange County homeowners — walk us through your space and we’ll walk you through what’s possible.
Before you book a consultation
Where are these projects located?
Most of the backyards above are in Orange County, CA — including Irvine — with select projects in other Southern California communities such as Porter Ranch. Aquaterra Landscape is based in Newport Beach and primarily serves Orange County homeowners.
Do you handle both design and construction?
Yes. Aquaterra is a design-build company, meaning one team handles everything from the initial concept and 3D design through permitting, construction, and the final walkthrough — for new pools, pool remodels, outdoor kitchens, fire features, water features, and landscape.
How long does a pool or landscape project take?
Timelines depend on scope. A full new pool build typically takes longer than a remodel, since it includes permitting, excavation, and plaster cure time, while a landscape or hardscape-only project can often move faster. We’ll give you a realistic timeline specific to your project at your consultation.
Can I see more photos of a specific project?
Yes — click into any project above to open its full photo gallery. If you’d like to talk through a similar layout, budget, or style for your own backyard, mention it when you book your consultation.
What’s included in a free design consultation?
An on-site walkthrough of your backyard, an honest conversation about budget ranges, and initial thoughts on design direction — no obligation to move forward.
