To replicate the lines of the rectangular pool, we installed an ipe wood border along the edge of the pool and a raised deck on the Northern end of the pool. Ipe wood does not retain heat like some other wood, so the decking will never be too hot to walk on despite being in direct sunlight.
Ipe, often referred to as Brazilian walnut due to the fact that it hails from South America, is desirable because it is naturally resistant to rot, abrasion, weather, and insects. Ipe is extremely dense and hard and lasts up to 75 years due to the natural oils within the wood making it an ideal, albeit a luxury choice for outdoor use.
In contrast to the smooth wood, Landscape Assistance installed a lush, low maintenance, drought-resistant hybrid Bermuda lawn. Though lawns have become uncommon in Southern California some homeowners opt to have them installed and Landscape Assistance commonly recommends this variety and has it installed as sod. Sod installation is quick and provides instant results. Hybrid Bermuda sod, in particular, possesses a nice denseness, lush texture, grows and repairs itself quickly which makes it a great choice high traffic areas, athletic fields or parks.