Modern Hillside Elegance – McLean Retreat with Overland Pearl Porcelain & Black Basalt

Tucked into the natural hillside of McLean, this residence by TriCrest Homes offers a masterclass in blending architecture with landscape. The outdoor living space is centered around a sleek pool and spa, accented by a waterfall crafted from solid blocks of rare white stone — a sculptural feature that commands attention while adding movement and sound to the environment.

The flooring throughout the pool deck and outdoor kitchen is finished in Overland Pearl porcelain pavers, a large-format 24x48 tile that introduces clean lines and a light, elegant tone. Their smooth, pale surface reflects the daylight, amplifying the sense of openness and drawing the eye toward the darker accents around the pool. This contrast is reinforced by Black Basalt copings in a 16x24 eased edge finish, which frame the pool with strength and sophistication. Together, the light porcelain and deep basalt create a striking modern palette that mirrors the home’s white-and-black façade.

The design carefully layers geometry and texture. Rectilinear paver layouts align with the home’s architecture, while the bold blocks of the waterfall add sculptural massing that feels grounded in the landscape. Boulder accents scattered across the upper lawn soften the precision of the hardscape, bridging the transition into lush plantings and natural contours of the hillside.

Supporting the backyard’s lifestyle is a covered outdoor kitchen and bar, designed with modern functionality and refined finishes. Paired with two formal lawn spaces and an upper lawn retreat, the setting accommodates both large-scale entertaining and intimate family gatherings.

Every detail — from the porcelain pavers’ luminous surface to the basalt’s dark grounding edge — works in harmony to create a backyard that is as elegant as it is enduring.