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Design Guide

Pool Design and Your Environment

Robert FosterJune 2024
Pool Integrated with Landscape

Creating Harmony with Your Landscape

The best pool designs don't just sit in your backyard—they become an integrated part of your outdoor environment, complementing your home's architecture and existing landscape.

Key Design Considerations

  • Sun Exposure: Consider sun patterns throughout the day. Position pools to maximize afternoon sun while providing shaded areas for hot summer days.
  • Existing Landscaping: Work with mature trees and plants rather than removing them. Use natural features to create privacy and wind protection.
  • Home Integration: Design pools that complement your home's architectural style, from modern geometric to natural tropical themes.

Tropical vs. Modern Designs

In Tampa Bay, you can choose between lush tropical designs with rock features and plants, or clean modern aesthetics with geometric shapes and minimal landscaping. Both can work beautifully when properly integrated with your property.

Working with Our Designers

Our outdoor living designers specialize in creating pools that enhance your existing environment rather than fighting against it. We'll assess your property, understand your vision, and create a design that feels like it was always meant to be there.

Design Your Perfect Outdoor Oasis