Home With Endless Outdoor Amenities

Because of the poolhouse's sliding doors on both sides of the structure, sightlines are open across the entire backyard. An open air seating arrangement is an inviting spot on cooler nights, situated next to an outdoor fireplace.

A charming octagonal patio is a lovely open air retreat. It's warmed by a white brick fireplace and surrounded by pretty gardens and trees.

There's a gentle harmony about the backyard. A peaceful sitting area leads to the poolside patio. On the other side of the pool, the poolhouse beckons with large glass sliding doors. Sustainability was an important element in the poolhouse's design and includes high-efficiency lighting, insulation, eco-friendly wood, and smart home controls to curb electricity waste.

Out beyond the poolhouse and pool, rambling grounds help the home feel miles away from anything. Majestic trees offer natural privacy.

This home's pool house faces a tennis court on one side and the pool on another. In order to make the house accessible to both elements, Mark Kaufman of GTM Architects, added large sliding glass doors on either side.

On the tennis court side, an open steel-and-wood pergola gives dappled shade to an outdoor dining area.

This backyard serves up an excellent game with its beautiful tennis court and, for cooling off, a pool and poolhouse.