Archives for March 2013

Creating Your Custom Swimming Pool

At Dreamscapes by M.G.R., we believe that your custom swimming pool needs to be a reflection of you and the way you live. If your main goal is to design your custom swimming pool and landscape into a vacation paradise where you can lounge and … [Read more...] about Creating Your Custom Swimming Pool

Water Tolerant Plant Landscaping in Your Backyard

Water tolerant landscaping is an essential aspect to planning your Southern California backyard. Water rationing and shortages and our beautiful, though somewhat drying sunshine can all wreak havoc on your plants, making consideration critical and … [Read more...] about Water Tolerant Plant Landscaping in Your Backyard

LED Pool Lighting Brightens Orange County Homes

Summer is coming up quick and pool parties are just around the corner - have you considered adding LED Pool Lighting to your Orange County pool remodel? After you've completed your Dreamscapes by M.G.R. pool and landscaping project, you'll want to … [Read more...] about LED Pool Lighting Brightens Orange County Homes

Orange County Pool Remodeling – Exploring Pebble Finishes

Trying to decide on the right surface for your Orange County pool remodeling project may have you considering a pebble finish. Pebble surfaces are also referred to as exposed aggregate or the more polished "terrazo" finish. This technique was … [Read more...] about Orange County Pool Remodeling – Exploring Pebble Finishes

Landscape Design With You in Mind

Great design in and around your home comes from creating balance. Water elements and fire elements and interwoven with elements in hardscaping and landscaping all need to work together to mesh into a cohesive design. A design that makes you feel … [Read more...] about Landscape Design With You in Mind

Apartment complex pool remodel

I am the owner of a 16 unit apartment complex here in Mission Viejo. We have a pool here ever... [read on ... ]

Google reviewer

Orange County California Pools

5.0

2018-05-15T00:09:55-07:00

Google reviewer

I am the owner of a 16 unit apartment complex here in Mission Viejo. We have a pool here ever since we purchased the property in 2008. However, it was never used and gotten quite dilapidated. The tile started to chip away and the flooring was becoming powdery from exposure to the weather. A friend of ours had used Dreamscapes to build the pool at their home so we gave them a call to see if they could help. They initially came out for the estimate and gave us some great ideas that would bring the recreational area to life. They proposed some cost effective landscaping to accent the pool that gave the place a whole new look. All the tiling was redone, inlets and outlets were replaced, and they even removed the awful diving board. The project was completed last Friday and our tenants there can't stop giving us compliments. I've never seen so many of our tenants out and about as I did this past weekend. Great job Dreamscapes, keep up the good work! Start Your Pool and Landscape Project Today Using Our Simple Online Form You and your family will love the change! Please Share Your Ideas With Us

https://dreamscapesbymgr.com/testimonials/apartment-complex-pool-remodel/

the experience and knowledge needed

Dreamscapes transformed our entire backyard. Out of 4 pool companies, they were the only ones that were qualified to take... [read on ... ]

Houzz reviewer

Orange County California Pools

5.0

2018-05-15T07:27:55-07:00

Houzz reviewer

Dreamscapes transformed our entire backyard. Out of 4 pool companies, they were the only ones that were qualified to take on our challenging project. Dreamscapes had the experience and knowledge needed to attack the size and grade of our property. Not only was our backyard a steep slope but a clean slate! All we had were weeds and dirt! We needed someone who had vision but most importantly, someone who could work with the slope. Our project required a pool, a spa, landscaping, hardscape, irrigation and much more. We met with Joe Lascola, the designer. He was perfect for us! Start Your Pool and Landscape Project Today Using Our Simple Online Form You and your family will love the change! Please Share Your Ideas With Us

https://dreamscapesbymgr.com/testimonials/dreamscapes-had-the-experience-and-knowledge-needed/

Their work was flawless

Dreamscapes was an absolute pleasure to work with!! I have a brand new home and wanted to do a swimming... [read on ... ]

Yelp reviewer

Orange County California Pools

5.0

2018-05-15T07:33:39-07:00

Yelp reviewer

Dreamscapes was an absolute pleasure to work with!! I have a brand new home and wanted to do a swimming pool and complete the front and back yard landscaping. From the initial meeting with Eric and throughout the entire design process it was done so professionally. The final design was far beyond anything we saw from any other contractors and he made suggestions for us that we hadn't even considered. Their work was flawless and all their workers, and project manager, were friendly and extremely patient with some of my indecisiveness at times. The final project is amazing! Start Your Pool and Landscape Project Today Using Our Simple Online Form You and your family will love the change! Please Share Your Ideas With Us

https://dreamscapesbymgr.com/testimonials/their-work-was-flawless/

both yards look gorgeous day and night

It was a childhood dream of mine to have a pool in my backyard. I had a vague idea about... [read on ... ]

Houzz reviewer

Orange County California Pools

5.0

2018-05-15T07:37:31-07:00

Houzz reviewer

It was a childhood dream of mine to have a pool in my backyard. I had a vague idea about what I wanted but knew my dream yard had to match what I could afford. Before hiring someone I wanted an idea of what could be done and what the price tag might look like. Kirk, from Dreamscapes, came out and did two 2D designs for me before I even settled on using Dreamscapes. Once hired, Kirk created a color 3D design complete with example plants, furniture, etc. Kirk iteratively altered the design until we had a blueprint for the backyard pool and entertainment space that I'd been dreaming about for so long. I was nervous about the scope and potential unexpected costs, as we had to demo not only the backyard but also the front yard, due to the layout access to my backyard. Dreamscapes, both Kirk and my project manager, Diego, reassured me all the way through the process. Kirk helped me pick beautiful materials that didn't completely break the budget. The Dreamscapes staff were incredibly talented, very polite, super helpful, and Diego kept the project moving quickly. The masons and glass tile specialists that they have are superb, as are their landscape architects. Ultimately, we had a pool with infinity spa, a travertine paver patio, lattice patio cover, fire feature and bbq island put into the back yard. The front yard was spruced up too as we had them update our front porch/ walkway and encircle our front yard with a stone veneered masonry and wrought iron fence. The yards were landscaped with colorful water-wise tropical looking plants and landscape lighting which make both yards look gorgeous both day and night. The 3D design was spot on, but the live version is so much prettier than I...

https://dreamscapesbymgr.com/testimonials/both-yards-look-gorgeous-day-and-night/

highly recommend working with Dreamscapes

My husband and I are renovation junkies, and the idea of demo-ing our entire yard, and starting from scratch was... [read on ... ]

Houzz reviewer

Orange County California Pools

5.0

2018-05-15T07:41:29-07:00

Houzz reviewer

My husband and I are renovation junkies, and the idea of demo-ing our entire yard, and starting from scratch was daunting even for us. From the start, we interviewed three companies. joe was our designer, and of all three companies, he was the only one that saw our vision and helped us expand that vision into something we could have never dreamed of. After months of designing and planning we finally decided to pull the trigger and sign the contract with Dreamscapes, it is a decision we will never regret. We were given Gabe as a project manager. Gabe was attentive, respectful, and ran a tight ship. I have never seen anyone work so hard, and be so busy, yet he always had time to answer a question or a phone call without ever making us feel like a burden. We were given a time frame of 4-6 months for our project to be completed, and they finished in 5 months. The workers were just as amazing as Joe and Gabe. They were extremely hard working, a lot of times being here 6 days a week. They cleaned up after themselves, and were extremely respectful of not only us, but the fact that we had to live in the construction zone. When we were looking to hire a company, we read all the reviews on every company. I noticed that the negative reviews for Dreamscapes, were pretty much all from people that had not used the company, but of the people that did, all had experiences like ours and the reviews were great. I would highly recommend working with Dreamscapes, and if I were to build another yard tomorrow, I would hands down use them again. Start Your Pool and Landscape Project Today Using Our Simple Online Form You...

https://dreamscapesbymgr.com/testimonials/highly-recommend-working-with-dreamscapes/

We will be using Dreamscapes again

Dreamscapes gave us world-class design & masonry results, handled every aspect of this massive project, including subs, with detailed organization.... [read on ... ]

Orange County California Pools

5.0

2018-05-15T14:33:08-07:00

Dreamscapes gave us world-class design & masonry results, handled every aspect of this massive project, including subs, with detailed organization. The contract was straightforward and all of our numerous change orders were meticulously tracked. Our project took longer than we expected, even with the additional projects accounted for, but we bear the responsibility for some of that. Overall, an extraordinary experience that completely exceeded our expectations. We will be using Dreamscapes again when we renovate the front yard. Our construction project was a complicated & costly major renovation of our backyard + pool + putting green + landscape + irrigation. Add into the mix my husband – he has a Type A personality - planned on being VERY involved in every single detail. Knowing this ahead of time, we did great research, and from that list, narrowed down our interview list to 5 firms. Out of the final five, two never showed up – nor communicated why – for the initial meeting, 1 was such a salesman we didn’t trust him and we were down to the final two. Our choice to go with Dreamscapes was based solely on Joe Lascola’s professionalism. Price wise, Dreamscapes was competitive with the other high end/full service firms we were looking at. When we first met with Joe, he was early to our meeting, prepared with many ideas, prepared to measure & take photos. Joe arranged for me to interview other Dreamscapes clients and one locally invited me to their house to see the work in person! Every meeting from there until we signed to contract was the same professionalism. Joe’s ideas were spot on and he really understands design, function and the need to consult the construction team to ensure that the design can be built. He REALLY listened to what we wanted...

https://dreamscapesbymgr.com/testimonials/we-will-use-dreamscapes-again/

I am so delighted with the design of my pool!

I am so delighted with the design of my pool - the sales team was so understanding of my wants... [read on ... ]

Camiuly H., Long Beach, CA
(Yelp review)

Orange County California Pools

5.0

2018-06-15T19:13:25-07:00

Camiuly H., Long Beach, CA
(Yelp review)

I am so delighted with the design of my pool - the sales team was so understanding of my wants & needs. The pool came out exactly how I envisioned it! I really appreciated that the communication was constant & any changes that needed to be made were discussed with me and documented. I thoroughly enjoyed having Dreamscapes as the company to make my vision become a reality. Thank you guys so much for your hard work and I will definitely recommend to my friends and families! Start Your Pool and Landscape Project Today Using Our Simple Online Form You and your family will love the change! Please Share Your Ideas With Us

https://dreamscapesbymgr.com/testimonials/i-am-so-delighted-with-the-design-of-my-pool/

Dreamscapes did an incredible job on our pool and backyard

Highly Recommend! Dreamscapes did an incredible job on our pool and backyard it turned out better than we ever could... [read on ... ]

Matt W., Lake Forest, CA
(Yelp review)

Orange County California Pools

5.0

2018-06-15T19:35:57-07:00

Matt W., Lake Forest, CA
(Yelp review)

Highly Recommend! Dreamscapes did an incredible job on our pool and backyard it turned out better than we ever could have imagined. They are pro's at what they do and we couldn't be happier. Kirk, Diego and all of their crew were on top of it ever step of the way. And their prices were very competitive. Don't look anywhere else, they are who you want to do your project. Start Your Pool and Landscape Project Today Using Our Simple Online Form You and your family will love the change! Please Share Your Ideas With Us

https://dreamscapesbymgr.com/testimonials/dreamscapes-did-an-incredible-job-on-our-pool-and-backyard/

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