The Montoya
The Montoya
My Backyard Transformation – The Montoya Magic
You know that feeling when you walk into a space and immediately go “wow”? That’s what happened when we installed the Montoya design in our backyard. The white decking was my husband’s idea – “It’ll brighten up the whole area,” he said, and boy was he right. It’s like the entire space got a facelift. The corner kitchen surprised me most. I thought it would feel cramped, but it’s become our go-to spot for summer BBQs. And those glass bowls? My neighbor Karen won’t stop asking where we got them. They catch the afternoon light in this magical way that makes the whole yard sparkle. But let’s talk about the real star, that spa. After the kids are in bed, you’ll find me there with a glass of wine, watching the LED bubbles dance under the stars. It’s my 15 minutes of peace in this crazy life.
The Montoya
How We Created Our Perfect Outdoor Oasis
When we first planned our backyard makeover, we nearly went with that trendy modern look everyone’s doing. So glad we didn’t! The Montoya design gave us something better, stylish but actually usable. The white decking worried me at first (coffee spills, anyone?), but it’s held up beautifully. And that corner kitchen? Game changer. No more running inside for forgotten condiments during cookouts. Our favorite addition might be the waterfall. There’s something about that gentle sound that instantly chills me out. The glass bowls add just enough bling without being flashy. And the spa… well, let’s just say our electric bill went up because we use it so much!
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Why Our Backyard Became the Neighborhood Hangout
Remember when backyards were just for mowing? Not anymore. Since we got the Montoya setup, our place has become the unofficial gathering spot. The kids love the open deck space for their games. Us adults? We migrate to the kitchen area (where the drinks are) and the spa (where the relaxation happens). That waterfall provides the perfect background noise to drown out the occasional kid meltdown. Funny story, we had to make a “spa reservation” system because everyone wants to use it. Not complaining though! It’s been amazing seeing how one thoughtful design brought our whole neighborhood together.
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Kenneth S. in Bonita Springs, FL,
Project: Remodel a Swimming Pool
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Lori D.,
Project: Build or Install an In Ground Swimming Pool
“Shane Mirise the owner of this company handled my pool resurfacing and my replacement pool cage enclosure after the hurricane. He handled the project every step of the way. Explained each process and, the work was done by a professional crew and is excellent quality. We love our new pool and cage. Thank you, Shane.”
Hilary B. in Fort Myers, FL,
Project: Resurface a Swimming Pool
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Nelson W.,
Project: Install or Repair Pool Tile
