Vibrant blue and orange hues turn up the heat in this contemporary backyard, bringing a taste of the tropics to Osterville, Mass. With a sleek swimming pool, two umbrellas and cushioned chairs just steps away, the owners will surely feel like they're on vacation.

Floor-to-ceiling windows look over the backyard, allowing the owners to soak up views of blue skies and calm water even from inside. And when they're ready to head out? French doors create an easy transition onto the deck.

What slice of paradise would be complete without a spa? After swimming a lap or two in the pool, the owners can retreat to this corner and unwind.

To increase the backyard's functionality, landscape architect Mary LeBlanc added a fire pit to the deck. Now even when it's too cold to swim, the owners can still entertain family and friends.