When you think about the best in rest and relaxation, that may include immersing yourself in water and enjoying the crisp Alberta air for as long as the temperatures will allow. Whether it’s a soak at the peak of the day with the sun’s rays adding the comfort or the twinkle of the stars in the night sky providing the ambience, there’s no doubt that a hot tub or outdoor spa adds a little luxury to your outdoor deck space. If you’re thinking about installing a hot tub on your deck, or you’re building from scratch for a design to incorporate a spa, here are some design ideas that you might want to keep in mind.
Creating entertainment zones
Increasingly, our outdoor living space incorporates more and more of the conveniences that traditionally have been restricted to indoor settings. Now, with features such as built in grills and full service kitchens, deck lighting and sound, it’s time to consider the function of your deck and consider developing sections which accommodate different purposes for either entertaining or just enjoying the solitude of your outdoor oasis on your own.
This may be accomplished by creating divisions and directing foot traffic through the incorporation of seating, installing a permanent countertop near your grill, or even creating multiple tiers within your deck that directs specific activities to a different elevation. This can be especially effective not only for design, but also for safety if you have children using the deck space. For example, walking out of your patio doors, you might walk directly onto the kitchen/bar service area. A few steps lower might be a seating area for casual conversation, a few steps higher might be your hot tub – allowing you the best views of your surroundings, while situated at a height to best ensure privacy.
What Are Your Surroundings?
If you are in the city and your deck is situated within the sight lines of your neighbors, you may want to incorporate some privacy screens or fencing to create intimacy in your environment. Alternatively, if your backyard view opens up to the breathtaking Alberta landscape, you may want your hot tub to remain in an open space to fully enjoy the views while letting the stress of the day dissolve away. To create a space that is more resilient to weather conditions, you might consider a canopy overhead or a pergola which provides some shade and protection from a turn in the weather.
Hot does the tub fit into the overall design?
You may want to ensure that your hot tub compliments the entire setting that you have created for your deck space. This may include color schemes and trims, weather the tub is inset to slide into from deck level, or raised based on your preference. You can also select decorative stone or wood around the perimeter of the hot tub to ensure a look that blends in with the overall theme of your deck space to increase the aesthetic appeal of your space as well as increasing the amenities for rest and relaxation.
Tell Us Your Idea
It’s your home and your deck project should reflect your tastes and be a space that you’ll want to spend your time enjoying. Drop in to see us in our showroom and share your ideas for your deck hot tub project. We can offer our expertise to ensure that you’ll be happy with the results. At Alberta Vinyl Decking and Railing, we have helped many Edmonton homeowners create an outdoor leisure space that they can’t wait to share with their friends and loved ones. We look forward to contributing to your deck success as well. Call us today.