If you’re adding an outdoor spa to your home, it's smart to spend some time thinking about the experience you want to create. Discerning homeowners don’t just want to soak in the tub—they want a relaxing, immersive experience. The best way to achieve this is by carefully planning the surrounding space. Here's what to focus on as you get started.

What to Consider for Your Luxury Spa Design

1. Shade & Privacy

To really relax outdoors, you need a spot that’s sheltered and private. Tall, lush plants can hide you from view while also screening out some sunlight to create a cool, green oasis where you can unwind. 

You can also create a spa enclosure using privacy fencing or outdoor decorative screens. When you create your hideaway, make sure there’s room for lounging around the edge of the spa, and consider including a barbecue, fire pit, or seating area to allow you a range of ways to enjoy the space.

2. A Treat for the Senses

Your spa area should obviously be visually beautiful, and the warm water will feel good on cool days. However, it's important not to neglect the other senses. 

Plant sweet-smelling flowers so that you can enjoy their fragrance while relaxing. Additionally, native plants will attract birds to the area to serenade you. Consider adding an additional water feature like a fountain or waterfall so that you can also enjoy the sound of splashing water.

3. Comfortable Seating

The more inviting resting places your oasis offers, the more time you’ll want to spend there. Seating inside the spa is a good starting point, but it's also wise to add comfortable benches or outdoor furniture to the area around it. These spots will allow you to enjoy the fresh air and entertain friends and family.

For a beautiful home oasis with water features in North Georgia, choose Artistic Pools, and in the Chattanooga area choose Master Pools. For 65 years, they’ve provided Georgia and Tennessee with award-winning luxury pool and spa designs. They’re members of the Pool and Hot Tub Alliance® and the Master Pools Guild®. For a free consultation, call (770) 458-9177 in Atlanta or (423) 443-2989 in Chattanooga. Learn more about stunning water features online.