The Luxury Redefined Blog

Blog – 30 July 2025

Your pool area should seamlessly combine style, durability, and practicality to create a space that rivals the finest indoor designs. With expertly crafted pool hardscapes, Smarterpools transforms outdoor living into a luxurious experience tailored to your unique needs. Using premium materials and innovative techniques, these hardscapes elevate your pool’s surroundings with the perfect balance of beauty and functionality.

Pool Decking – A Foundation of Style and Comfort

Premium Decking Options

Pool decking serves as the foundation of your outdoor space, blending beauty and durability. Smarterpools offers a wide range of premium options to suit every design preference.

Cool Decking

Formulated to stay cool underfoot even in direct sunlight, cool decking enhances comfort while providing a durable, slip-resistant surface perfect for poolside areas.

Cushion Tiles

Designed to provide a soft, slip-resistant surface, cushion tiles prioritise safety and comfort, making them ideal for children’s play areas, splash pads, and pool decks.

Grass and Artificial Turf

Offering natural aesthetics with minimal maintenance, grass and artificial turf stay cool underfoot and provide a slip-resistant surface for relaxation and play.

Putting Greens

Elevate your poolside retreat with a custom putting green, adding playful sophistication and a functional, interactive element to your outdoor space.

Integrated Features – Enhancing Functionality and Style

Built-In Seating and Fire Features

Hardscapes aren’t just about practicality—they’re about creating experiences. Integrated seating areas add comfort and style, providing a place to gather, relax, or soak in the poolside ambiance. Pair these with fire features such as fire bowls or fire pits to add warmth and drama to your space, making it a destination for evening gatherings or quiet retreats.

Water Features for Dynamic Appeal

Incorporate water bowls, statuary water features and waterfalls into your hardscape for a touch of serenity and movement. These elements blend seamlessly into your pool’s architecture, creating a tranquil environment that enhances the overall aesthetic.

Pathways and Edging – Connecting Spaces with Elegance

Natural Stone Pathways

Extend your pool hardscape into the surrounding landscape with carefully designed pathways. Natural stone or paver walkways provide a cohesive flow between different areas, guiding guests effortlessly from the pool to lounging or garden spaces.

Precision Edging for a Polished Look

Clean and defined edging is a hallmark of a professional hardscape design. It ensures transitions between your pool deck, garden beds, or other outdoor areas are both seamless and visually appealing, offering a cohesive and polished appearance.

Smart Features – The Future of Pool Hardscapes

Lighting for Ambiance and Safety

Hardscape lighting enhances your pool area’s ambiance while ensuring visibility and safety after dark. Linear LED lights can outline pathways, define pool edges, or highlight seating areas. For a touch of elegance, integrate uplighting into water features, creating a serene and inviting nighttime retreat.

App and Voice Control for Ultimate Convenience

Manage your poolside experience effortlessly with app and voice control. Adjust the brightness and colour of your hardscape lighting, or activate fire features with simple voice commands through platforms like Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant. This seamless integration of technology adds convenience and sophistication to your outdoor space.

Why Invest in Quality Pool Hardscapes?

Hardscapes form the backbone of your pool’s design, combining practicality with visual appeal. They define the flow of your outdoor space, provide durability for years to come, and elevate the overall atmosphere with carefully chosen materials and features. With Smarterpools, every hardscape is thoughtfully designed to complement your pool while reflecting your style and preferences.

Smarterpools – Transforming Outdoor Living with Exquisite Hardscapes

At Smarterpools, we specialise in designing and constructing bespoke pool hardscapes that combine timeless elegance with modern functionality. From stunning decking to integrated features and smart lighting, we craft every element with precision and care. Let us transform your pool area into an inviting retreat that enhances your outdoor lifestyle with unmatched sophistication.Pool decking serves as the foundation of your outdoor space, blending beauty and durability. Smarterpools offers a wide range of premium options to suit every design preference. Natural stone, porcelain, or ceramic tiles provide timeless elegance, while resin-washed stone creates a sleek, modern look. For effortless maintenance, composite decking delivers a contemporary, weather-resistant solution, while traditional teak wood decking offers natural charm and unmatched durability.