Shipping container pools are an easy and cost-effective way to create a unique and stylish swimming pool. They are quick to install and can be customized with different features and finishes. Plus, they’re also resistant to rot, rust, and other weather elements, making them an ideal choice for outdoor swimming. And that is exactly what this client went for – a Modpool Shipping Container pool! We reached out to the designer, Mike Omar, for his input on the pitfalls and highlights of this project.
The Biggest Challenge in the Project
A transplant from Brooklyn, this client wanted a pool in the backyard, but the prospect of going through the long process of digging one was daunting. So Mike proposed a creative solution: a shipping container pool. The client’s backyard was particularly challenging, as it was sloped and solid rock – meaning every inch of the pool had to be carved out of the rock. It was a laborious process, but the end result was worth it.
Mike was restricted in what he could do for the client’s desired outdoor space due to the solid rock basin. In order to create a creative solution, he thought of Modpools. He contacted them and their team arrived with a crane to set the pool in its foundation. After connecting it to the gas, the pool was ready for use in only three days.
Finding a Solution
Mike sought to create a seamless connection between the house and backyard by constructing a 500-square-foot patio off the back of the house. This patio allowed his clients to sit and enjoy the view of their new backyard, complete with an aquarium-like pool, while merging their existing landscape with the newly-installed shipping container pool. In addition, Mike constructed a stunning composite deck above the pool, which provides the perfect place to relax and soak up the sun with its accompanying lawn furniture, plants, and plenty of amusement.
The Designer’s Favorite Element
Mike’s favorite part of the backyard makeover has to be the custom pool – and it’s easy to see why. It’s the perfect spot to beat the heat in Nashville and it’s like no other pool out there. Can you blame him for loving it?
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We are so proud to have been recently featured in an article by the New York Times on Farmers’ Markets! They had lots of awesome things to say about the market we call home, and shouted us out directly!
“One of the oldest Tennessee markets, the Nashville Farmers’ Market, is just a mile away from the honky-tonks on Broadway. The market’s current version, a long way from the 40-foot-long “city market” in 1802, is a 16-acre grid of stalls and one pavilion just north of the Capitol in the city’s urban core.
The open-air stalls operate throughout the year inside two large covered sheds that serve 150 vendors, including ranchers, artisans, dairy farmers and cheese makers as well as dealers of farm-direct products like honey, jams, jellies and chutneys. The market also lists 12 meat and seafood vendors.
Also open year-round is the Nashville market’s expansive, slightly raucous food hall, which offers several international restaurants, including Greek, Jamaican and Korean fare; cafes; a craft beer pub; and several specialty stores, including a comprehensive international market. If you have room in the car or truck, swing by the market’s popular Gardens of Babylon, a nursery with a focus on ecologically sensitive gardening practices.”
Our Garden Center is located in the heart of downtown at the Nashville Farmers’ Market. We carry an array of products for the home and garden, including vegetable and landscape plants, houseplants, pottery, organic amendments, and much more.
Check out some of the five-star Google reviews we’ve received about our outstanding garden center:
“I have been getting plants from Gardens of Babylon for several years now. Everyone has always been super helpful and informative based on my needs. I love their selection of plants and plant accessories.” – Nicole – Google review
“I love this place! Their pot selections are always so cute, they have a fun selection of crystals and incense, and of course – their plants are always high quality and wonderful. I could spend hours here and sometimes I do just looking at things. It’s definitely my go-to garden center here in Nashville.” – Stephanie – Google review
The Integra Group, behind BOSS Software, announces the winners of the 2022 BOSS Elevation Awards. The BOSS Elevation Awards are given annually to users who have taken their knowledge of the software to the next level to manage their businesses more efficiently and profitably.
Gardens of Babylon has been a BOSS user for 12 years and were awarded the BOSS Fast Track Award for achieving the highest revenue growth! Gardens of Babylon owner Marcus Kerske credits BOSS with enabling our company to better manage the details that come with a sharp increase in sales – 35% since 2020. “BOSS has become the backbone of our landscape division and has allowed us to make sure we are more accurately tracking job costing, material usage and labor hours,” said Kerske. “We have been able to create processes, including generating valuable reports, in one centralized software to support our growth.” Read the full article from Lawn & Landscape here.
As an award-winning landscape company, Gardens of Babylon is proud to offer the highest quality services to homeowners seeking to elevate their outdoor spaces. From residential to commercial, they specialize in all aspects of landscaping, including hardscapes, water features, lighting, lawn maintenance, and more. An experienced team of landscape professionals will work with you to create a beautiful landscape that meets your individual needs and budget. With years of experience, the team has received numerous awards and accolades for their work, and are proud to be recognized as a leader in the landscaping industry. Providing clients with exceptional service and unparalleled results has been the goal for 20 years of business.
The design process is simple and efficient – collaborate with a team of landscape designers to craft a unique design that reflects your individual style and budget, while improving the beauty of the entire lawn and garden. Gardens of Babylon provides premium perennials, annuals, trees, and shrubs, allowing the you to forgo the huge task of planting, for a price that meets your expectations. Whether the project is small or large, Gardens of Babylon can handle it from start to finish, including irrigation systems to protect the investment and a maintenance team to keep it looking perfect. Admire the beauty of your new landscaping and experience a sense of peace and serenity, knowing that it was professionally planted and designed.
Check out some of the five-star Google reviews received about Gardens of Babylon’s outstanding landscaping service:
“I absolutely loved working with Gardens of Babylon for our landscape project. I worked with Landscape Designer Vincent Scalone who was wonderfully thoughtful in discussing the potential design. I could tell he was really listening to the ideas and vision I had and used that to create a design that would work best with the type of yard and sunlight we had available. The installation crew was wonderful too. Very thorough in their work and great at communicating their plans and timeline. When thinking about future projects, I plan to use Gardens of Babylon again and would highly recommend them to anyone looking to landscape their home.” – Catherine
“Max Finkbeiner is the Landscape Architect that worked with my wife and me on our new home and pool. He is incredibly talented to ask the right questions then listen beyond what we said to show us more than ever expected. His promptness and attentiveness was more than what is experienced in today’s business relationships. Max’s presentation of his plans was outstanding to show in 2-D/3-D then animation as we “walked” our pool and entertainment area of our home. The accuracy of his work is worth gold and we recommend Max to anyone considering the services of Gardens of Babylon Landscaping.” – Kelly
Our Spring Plant Workshop series is designed to get your brain full of plant knowledge! Whether you’re a novice gardener or a seasoned pro, you’ll find something to learn in our workshops. Our upcoming workshops will be held on the second Saturdays of the next three months. Get your green thumb in gear and learn any of three subjects: terrarium building, vegetable gardening, and native perennial planting!
Terrarium Building Workshop
Sat, March 11, 2023, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM CST. Our plant experts will teach you how to construct a long–lasting desert terrarium. All the materials for this project will be supplied, so it‘s time to get your hands dirty and make something special!
Veggie Gardening Workshop
Sat, April 8, 2023, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM CDT. Harness the power of your own backyard ecosystem! Learn how to turn your patch of earth into a healthy, sustainable growing space with the help of our plant experts. With a few tips and tricks, you’ll be able to create delicious, organic produce in any size area, from raised beds to patio containers. Let’s get growing!
Native Perennials Workshop
Unlock the secrets of native perennials and learn how to create a beautiful and sustainable garden. Our experts will show you how to pick the right plants that are perfect for Tennessee’s climate and how to design a garden that will thrive without draining your water resources. Find out how you can support our local ecosystem by choosing native plants that provide essential resources for pollinators and wildlife.
Spring is just around the corner and February is the perfect time to start planning your landscaping for the year! Here are a few tips to get you started in the right direction!
Except for maples, birches, willows and yellowwood, now is a good time to prune trees.
Re-shape evergreen shrubs and shade trees, as needed, during the winter dormant period.
Plant any bare-root plants including fruit and nut trees as well as roses.
Remove any dead plants or weeds from your garden areas.
Begin refreshing your mulch. Mulching reduces evaporation, retains moisture in the soil, suppresses weeds, helps with erosion, and adds nutrients to the soil.
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