If you want to have another feel when you take a bath, you can built the hot tubs in your garden. Erica Moir, vice president of product development have suggestion when you want to built hot tubs in your landscape area. “Determine the best location for your hot tub by taking a lawn chair and placing it in several locations around your back yard,” she said.

“Pay attention to the views in all directions and determine what accessories, decoration and vegetation you need to optimize the experience for yourself and your guests. Vision, planning and creativity are critical starting blocks in any backyard design project.”

Here are some hot tips for landscaping around your hot tub, drawn from the award-winning entries received by Jacuzzi Hot Tubs and Sundance Spas:

Varied views

When there is a gorgeous view, take advantage of it. But even if there is not a sweeping vista of majestic valleys or panoramic mountains as a backdrop, create your own interesting visuals to enhance the experience of using the back yard. Simple artwork, pendant style candle holders, murals and decoration can spice up an otherwise boring wall.

Material magic

Use various types of architectural and landscape materials in interesting ways. Natural stone, brick, block, synthetic or wood decking, waterfalls, fencing, grass and flowering foliage all come together to create a varied and visually stimulating area.

Privacy

Gazebos, pergolas, screens, shrubs and strategically-placed walls afford modesty and essential privacy for the back yard and hot tub serenity zone. If you are planting trees or shrubs, consider the plant’s eventual maximum size and place accordingly. Surrounding the space with dense plant life creates a cocoon of intimacy.

Varied views

When there is a gorgeous view, take advantage of it. But even if there is not a sweeping vista of majestic valleys or panoramic mountains as a backdrop, create your own interesting visuals to enhance the experience of using the back yard. Simple artwork, pendant style candle holders, murals and decoration can spice up an otherwise boring wall.

Water features

Select a hot tub with a built-in waterfall or water feature to bring the feeling of peace and serenity. Look for models that will run the water feature even when the main hot tub pumps are not on so that you can enjoy the sounds of nature any time.

Night lighting

Today’s hot tubs have amazing, energy-efficient, multi-color LED lighting effects both under water and around the exterior. But don’t stop there.

Consider the pathway from the house to the hot tub and ensure that you provide adequate lighting for those late night soaks!

Ready?

“After you have your plan, it’s very important to take a tape measure then mark out the space using masking tape or chalk,” adds Anthony Pasquarelli of Sundance Spas. “That’s the only way you’ll be able to see how much room you have for all the elements you want to include.”

Consult your landscaper for more great landscaping ideas and to see more award-winning back yards, visit www.jacuzzi.com and www.sundancespas.com.

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