I don't know about you, but no matter how much I love my job and my coworkers, sometimes the work week seems to drag on and on and ON. I just need a break to recharge and refresh.

What if that relaxation was just a matter of opening your back door and stepping onto a beautiful patio, with a pool or spa just steps away? I'm talking about the kind of dream backyard that makes you wonder if you really need to leave town for a vacation.

Those are the kinds of backyards my friends at Aaron Pools and Spas love to design and create. A family-owned and -operated business, they have installed well over 3,000 swimming pools and hot tubs since 1972 from Cape Cod to Connecticut. They appreciate the opportunity to complete both small projects and truly high-end masterpieces.

Check out some of these backyard wonders brought to life with their computerized design system:

1) Outdoor Entertaining Extraordinaire

With table-seating for 12 right off the house and a large-fenced in pool complete with pool house and two smaller seating areas, this design will welcome your extended family, your son's soccer team and your daughter's drama club.

When the rest of the family is gone, Mom and Dad can swim laps, soak in the sun or dip in the hot tub. And .... wait for it, a separate fireplace and seating area offers a cozy option for cooler weather, extending the season when the space can be used.

2) Open-Air Paradise

If a pool house just isn't your style, check out this design, where pavers and landscaping define a cozy fire circle, a versatile seating area with pergola and a huge pool. Out here, no one remembers (much less mentions) upcoming work deadlines, school projects or tough clients.

3) A Show-Stopper

If your family is really just interested in the main attraction, this design complements the existing deck and offers plenty of low-maintenance space.

4) Grill Master's Masterpiece

If you cringe at the idea of having to run inside for food, check out this design. Whether you're in the pool or in the spa, you can see when the grill master plunks your burger on the bun.

5) A Well-Balanced Wonder

If you believe a pool should complete, but not dominate, your backyard, consider something more like this design. There's plenty of room for an attractive pool—and space for dogs to roam and kids to run.

Did one of these designs inspire you? Aaron Pools and Spas offers in-ground and above-ground pools, outdoor furniture, spas and Big Green Egg charcoal grills. You can request an estimate online or call them directly at (508) 996-3320.