Poolside Perfection with Breeze Blocks
Using Breeze Blocks to Elevate Your Pool Area
Breeze blocks are the ideal blend of form and function for outdoor spaces, offering privacy without shutting out the landscape. Rooted in mid-century design but perfect for modern living, they’re a natural fit for our Canadian poolsides — as screens, fencing, or bold design features.
Minimalist
If your yard or pool is backing onto a busy roadway, sometimes a screen is not enough to grant you the comfort you seek in your private getaway space. In our first example, we can see how a standard block wall can be elevated significantly with a simple crowning row of Empress breeze block. The result is maximum privacy, while also adding a touch of style. It’s proof that minimal doesn’t mean boring — it means intentional.
Form & Function
Our goal when building with breeze blocks isn't just to add privacy — it’s to create outdoor spaces that feel better to be in. A well-placed screen can dapple harsh sunlight, welcome a cooling breeze, and subtly divide a yard into distinct zones without walls or fences.
Follow the Sun
When designing your pool surround, consider the angle of the summer sun and prevailing winds. A thoughtfully positioned breeze block wall can cast moving shadows across your lounge area, offer shade when it’s needed most, and make the entire pool zone more inviting and comfortable.
Privacy with Style
Privacy doesn’t have to mean tall fences or blank walls. Here, breeze blocks create a semi-private enclosure that still feels open and inviting. The play of shadow and sunlight through the cutouts adds an artistic layer to the space, turning what could have been a plain barrier into a design feature. It’s an elegant way to screen out the neighbours — or just define your own space.
A classic 4-leaf pattern adds a beautiful touch to this pool area
Statement Pieces
Sometimes, you want your outdoor space to make a statement — to feel like a destination. In this case, the breeze blocks aren’t just functional — they’re the star of the show. Bold patterns and functional integration make these screens a focal point, turning a regular pool area into a high-design lounge. It’s where architecture meets art.
An abundance of square-on-square makes this a true statement piece!
We hope you've found inspiration for making the most of your own pool area. We only get a few months to enjoy them each year in Canada, so its important to make the time spent truly special. If you'd like to discuss your own pool plans with us, feel free to reach out, we'd love to help make your dream a reality!