WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAID ABOUT THIS PROJECT:
“ Their experience,
communication, and attention to detail made all the difference throughout the entire process.”
Inspired by the clients’ love of travel, each space was planned to feel immersive and intentional, supporting both relaxed daily use and elevated entertaining.
Located in the Glen Abbey community of Oakville, this project was designed for homeowners with a
passion for travel, who wanted to recreate that experience within their own backyard.
This project was designed to create a private outdoor living environment inspired by high-end resort
experiences.
Glen Abbey Resort-Inspired Retreat
A travel-inspired resort-style backyard designed for entertaining and everyday use
After
Before
APPROACH
This project was executed as a full demolition and design-build reconstruction to transform the existing
backyard into a cohesive, resort-style outdoor living environment.
features
The water feature wall was engineered with sheer descent features to create movement and sound as a
central focal point.
Material selections were chosen to achieve a clean, modern aesthetic while maintaining warmth and
cohesion throughout the space.
renovation
The existing pool was reconfigured to reduce depth, creating a more functional and social environment
Existing structures and surfaces were removed to allow for the complete reconfiguration of the space and
proper structural preparation.
EXPERIENCE
Fire features, landscape lighting, drainage systems, and natural stone finishing were integrated
throughout to ensure durability, performance, and visual cohesion.
The interlock system was installed with deep base preparation to support high-use areas and long-term
performance.
Custom pool with integrated sheer descent water feature
Tiered armour stone retaining wall system for grade management and structural support
Fire and water feature wall with integrated fire bowls
Tempest torches providing heat and ambient lighting
Natural stone coping and architectural finishing details
Outdoor dining and entertaining terrace
Landscape planting and softscape installation
Structural retaining walls and pillar system creating elevation and definition
Integrated landscape lighting system with WiFi-controlled timer
Comprehensive drainage and water management system
Planting and softscape elements to soften and complete the landscape
Zoned outdoor living layout designed for entertaining and flow
“From the beginning, we felt complete confidence in Daniel and his team. Their experience,
communication, and attention to detail made all the difference throughout the entire process.”
This once-nice property was tired; the clients did not like the pool's depth or the existing stairs. The space was not well utilized, and there was a drainage issue.
We completely removed everything from the site and started with a fresh canvas.
A complete transformation. A functional space, a pool our clients love and an outdoor resort that you never want to leave.
This project is located in the Glen Abbey community of Oakville and highlights Scenic Stone Landscape &
Design Inc.'s expertise in resort-style outdoor living design and high-end landscape construction.
Serving Oakville, Burlington, and Mississauga, Scenic Stone Landscape & Design Inc. specializes in
outdoor living design, poolscapes, interlock installations, and full design-build landscape
transformations.