Here is a job done for Larry and Mary, a nice local couple who had a pool installed and no patio around the poor thing.  They entertain a large family who visit often and who have children ready made for a nice swimming pool.  The project took up a substantial amount of territory, aside from this picture.  We made a sandbox, planted some very desert-themed cacti and yucca plants, even a Joshua Tree or two.  I liked the end result and so did they.