Yard Crashers Season 5 Episode 10 Vegas Splash Pad
- June 9, 2011
- 20 min
In Yard Crashers Season 5 Episode 10, viewers are transported to Las Vegas where host Ahmed Hassan takes on the challenge of transforming a dull and boring backyard into a fun and colorful splash pad for a family of four. The family's childhood dream is about to become a reality as Ahmed and his team of designers and builders work against the clock to create a space that's perfect for both kids and adults.
At the beginning of the episode, Ahmed meets with the family to discuss their vision for the backyard. The family father is a firefighter and mother is a nurse; they have two kids, a boy and a girl, and they all want a space to play and unwind after a long day. The current yard is a mishmash of concrete and rocks with a small patch of grass and a generic pool. The family’s wish was for the yard to be turned into a safe space for the kids to play with features like a splash pad and a water slide, while still retaining some green space for the adults to relax.
Knowing that he has his work cut out for him, Ahmed takes on the challenge with his usual enthusiasm, energy, and creativity. The first step is to get the old pool out, which takes some effort but proves to be just the beginning for this challenging build. The next step is the splash pad design: Ahmed and his designer, Matt Blashaw, work together to create a circular design with water features all around.
It takes a lot of input and modifications to get the design right, and this is where the family is most involved. They are firm on the fact that the space should be safe and attractive, and Ahmed does his best to deliver on that. Once the design is approved, it is time to get to work.
Transforming a backyard into a splash pad is no easy feat, especially given the dry and arid climate of the Vegas region. Ahmed uses the existing concrete slab to build the base for the splash pad, creating several levels that will allow water to be delivered from different water features all around. The kids are excited to see the progress, especially when they see the water slide structure in place.
There are numerous hurdles to overcome during the build, including issues with plumbing, which is always a stressor given the tight timeframe. Nonetheless, the team bands together and pulls off the build just in time for the grand reveal.
As the construction wraps up, the real fun begins. Ahmed and his team surprise the family with an array of features that are sure to make the backyard an oasis and a playground all at the same time. First, he installs a full lighting system that illuminates the space beautifully, revealing the full depth of the design.
Next, he adds custom-built benches and a fire pit, allowing the family to gather and relax by the warmth of the fire. Finally, it’s time to unveil the main attraction: the splash pad. Ahmed rattles off the list of features including a slide, water jets, fountains, and a custom fountain in the center. As the family steps into the splash pad, the excitement and joy on their faces are infectious.
Viewers are bound to be thrilled with the final result. Ahmed has pulled off yet another fun and functional backyard makeover, which goes to prove that with a little creativity, intuition, and hard work, any space can be transformed into a wonderful oasis.