View of the pool, poolside bar, and back of the home. Dex by Terra landscape and hardscape project in Westminster, MA.

Resort-Style Backyard Landscape Design in Westminster, MA

Project Type

  • Hardscape Design
  • Landscape Design

Features

  • Pool Deck
  • Sunken Poolside Bar
  • Pool House & Pavilion
  • Techo-Bloc Concrete Pavers
  • Keystone Retaining Walls
  • Gardens & Plantings
  • Landscape Lighting

Location

  • Westminster, MA

Year

  • 2025

A Sloped Backyard Transformed Into a Refined, Resort-Style Retreat

This Westminster, MA backyard was designed as a multi-level outdoor living retreat, transforming a sloped property into a functional and inviting landscape built for everyday use and entertaining.

The project features a 1,344 sq. ft. pool deck constructed with Techo-Bloc Blu 60 HD pavers, paired with 97 linear feet of 14-inch Venetian Bluestone coping surrounding an existing fiberglass pool. Together, these materials provide durability, clean lines, and a refined finish underfoot.

Custom retaining walls built with Keystone Victorian Compac segmental block terrace the yard and define key activity areas, including the swim-up bar. A pool house with pavilion extension adds shade, storage, and a natural gathering space.

Layered plantings soften the hardscape and add seasonal texture, while low-voltage LED lighting is integrated throughout the space to extend usability into the evening.

The result is a thoughtfully engineered landscape that balances structure, comfort, and long-term performance.

The poolside bar with sun setting in background. Dex by Terra landscape and hardscape project in Westminster, MA.

Wow! That's all I have to say about the Dex by Terra team. From our initial meeting with Ed, to review and design, to the site workers that showed up every day rain or shine. Mark the mason, Andy with irrigation, Rob for landscaping, and so many more not mentioned... they were all outstanding!

Rudi Coetzee

Quality of work was above and beyond expectations. The Dex team fixed any issue or concern that we had. They always had a smile on their face and no issue was too big or small to fix. Midstream changes, additions, and revisions were never an issue. They accommodated every little thing we asked!

Rudi Coetzee

This is a classic example of you get what you pay for. I can 100% - without any reservation - fully recommend the Dex team. You will NOT regret one moment! Thank you Guys and Gals, you created our own personal oasis!!!

Rudi Coetzee

A view of the client's backyard looking toward their home before Dex by Terra's landscape and hardscape design build project in Westminster, Massachusetts.
Dex by Terra Landscape Designer creating residential hardscape plans.
View of the pool, poolside bar, and back of the home. Dex by Terra landscape and hardscape project in Westminster, MA.

The Process

PLAN

Our planning process began with a walkthrough of the property and thoughtful dialog which formed the client's wish list and budget.

DESIGN

Hand sketches, perspective renderings, and detailed architectural plans were developed and approved by the client.

CONSTRUCT

No stone is left unturned by our construction team, ensuring the project is done right and on budget.
poolside landscape plantings. Grasses and purple flowers. Dex by Terra landscape and hardscape design build project in Westminster, Massachusetts.

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