A Backyard Retreat in Flower Hill: Custom Pool & Cabana in Roslyn, NY
Some backyards are made for laps. Others are made for living in. This Flower Hill project in Roslyn, NY set out to do both — a clean-lined gunite pool paired with a fully equipped, open-air cabana that turns the whole yard into an extension of the home. It’s a project that shows off what All Island Group does best: pools and outdoor living spaces built to be used, not just admired.
A Pool Built for Everyday Use
The centerpiece is a rectangular gunite pool with crisp, modern lines and a wide tanning ledge finished in a deep blue mosaic tile that catches the light beautifully underwater. A set of full-width entry steps, trimmed in the same tile, makes getting in and out effortless for swimmers of every age, while a dark stone coping band frames the water and ties the whole design together against the surrounding bluestone patio. It’s a layout that balances serious swimming space with the kind of shallow-water lounging that gets used every single day of summer.
Project Video
An Outdoor Living Space, Not Just a Poolside Structure
Just steps from the water, the open-air cabana is where this project really sets itself apart. Built with a soaring timber-frame roof, a standing-seam metal top, and white brick columns, the structure gives the whole backyard a defined architectural anchor — something that reads as a true second living space rather than an afterthought. Inside, an exposed wood ceiling and cross-braced trusses add warmth and craftsmanship overhead, while a stone-tiled fireplace wall with a mounted TV creates a natural gathering spot for cool evenings and game-day get-togethers alike.
Project Gallery
Outfitted for Serious Outdoor Cooking
No outdoor living space is complete without the right equipment, and this cabana delivers. The kitchen is built around a full-size Alfresco grill and a Big Green Egg in the large size, set into custom stainless steel cabinetry with plenty of prep and storage space. It’s a setup built for hosting — whether that’s grilling for a crowd or slow-smoking dinner while everyone else is still in the pool.
Designed for Lounging, Too
Beyond the kitchen and fireplace, the space was designed with relaxation in mind. A canopied daybed offers a shaded spot to unwind steps from the water, while a dining set with a market umbrella provides a sunny option for meals poolside. Manicured lawn, mature privacy hedges, and hydrangeas in full bloom round out a backyard that feels private, polished, and ready for anything from a quiet morning swim to a full-scale summer party.
Construction Gallery
The All Island Group Difference
This Flower Hill project is a great example of what happens when pool construction and outdoor living design come together under one roof. From the gunite shell and tile work to the timber-frame cabana and outdoor kitchen build-out, every element was designed and built to work as a single, cohesive space.
Thinking about a project like this for your own backyard? Contact All Island Group to start planning your custom pool and outdoor living space today.
