San Juan Capistrano, California

A Little Closerto Paradise.

Bringing a grotto pool and a backyard dream to life.

Evening concept

The drained pool and pebble prep, before the first refill update.

Base colors and finishing details around the grotto.

Planning irrigation and drainage around future turf and tropicals.

Less getting away.
More staying here.

I’m Mike. This is the story of restoring our pool and making a little more life outside.

Underway

Pebble finish, rockwork, and the first refill.

Planned

Irrigation, tropicals, shade, and an outdoor shower.

Ahead

Everyday use and real-world reviews.

The products and people behind the backyard.

Bon Pergola. Design phase in progress. Build coming in November.Meet our partner