How To Create Your Own Dream Custom Pool Design

Custom swimming pools are one of the best ways to bring vacation vibes to your Houston backyard all year round.  With a custom pool design, every feature, every contour, every aspect down to the finest detail has been specially chosen by you.  And that is the magic of a custom pool.  It is specially tailored to make you happy.  But if you want to make sure that your pool design meets every one of your needs, it might be worth getting in touch with a professional pool builder to ensure every option has been considered.  

If you know you want a custom pool but just don’t know where to start, here are some tips on how to make your custom pool design the pool of your dreams.  

A cozy backyard patio with a fire pit in the center, surrounded by comfortable seating and lush greenery.

What is a custom pool design?

A custom pool is a pool that has been specially designed to fit your individual needs and desires. With a custom-made pool, you can choose its shape, its size, its depth, select special water features, choose particular building materials, and select what kind of water you will have in your pool.  This custom design contrasts with standard pool designs which just follow a template that is not tailored to your own backyard or tastes.  

What are the advantages of a custom pool design?  

Custom pool designs have many advantages over standard pools.  Unlike standard pools, custom-made pools make your personal vision a reality.  Every little detail is used to bring your dreams to life and transform your backyard into the magical space that you’ve always wanted it to be.  

HERE ARE SOME OF THE KEY ADVANTAGES YOU CAN ENJOY WITH A CUSTOM POOL DESIGN.  

Tailored to your own individual needs and desires

With a custom pool design, you can make your pool whatever you want it to be. 

If you have young children, you can fit water slides, wave machines, or special rock pools like you find at the beach.  Alternatively, if you want somewhere to relax in the sun with a good book, why not fit a tanning ledge or a jacuzzi with romantic fire bowls for when the sun begins to set?

Transforms your outdoor space 

Custom pools are specially fitted to the layout of your house and backyard.  This means that every inch of the space is optimized for luxury and convenience.  In addition to your pool design, you also add pergolas, walkways, beautiful landscaping and additional water features to expand your outdoor space.

Increases price of your home

And of course, a custom design pool increases the worth and desirability of your home.  Because the pool has been specially designed to fit your house and backyard, it is a natural addition to the estate.  

How to choose the best design for you 

While designing your own custom pool can be exciting, it can be a baffling and frustrating activity too.  

To help guide you through the design process, here are some tips on how best to start thinking about your custom pool design.  

Study Your Own Living Space

The key to designing a custom pool is to study the layout of your own backyard.  This will help you know what features to put where and how to best achieve the desired effect.  

Here are some features to think about:

  • What is the size and shape of your backyard?

  • Which areas are overlooked and which are more private?

  • Do any particular spaces have particularly nice views or get the sun at particular times of day?

  • What is the architecture of your house and which designs would compliment it?

  • Which part of the house would you access the pool from?

Think about what you want to use the pool for

The best way to hone in on exactly what you want your pool to be like is to think about who is going to use the pool and what activities you would like to accommodate. 

Is it going to primarily be used for relaxing in the sun?  For parties?  For the kids to play around during the day?  To do your morning exercise?  

Select any special design features that will enrich these activities

Once you know exactly what you would like your pool to be used for, you can select the features that are going to be best.  If you want to sunbathe, consider a tanning ledge situated at a point in the garden that gets the most sunlight.  If you want the pool to be kid-friendly, make it not too deep with lots of bubble fountains, rock walls and fun slides that are easily accessible from the house.  

Take Account of Your Budgey

Make sure that you know what your budget is before you start designing.  Not only does this give you a better idea of what kind of pool you could go for, but it also means that the project will get completed.  

Know the Latest Fashions 

Don’t forget to check out the latest trends in pool design.  You can do this by looking at magazines, websites, or asking your friends.  This is a great way to get ideas for what your pool could look like and make sure that you will be happy with it for years to come.  

Make your dream pool a reality with L3 Design custom pool builders

At L3 Design, we specialize in making your custom pool vision a reality.  If you need any help with your design ideas or advice on how to make the most of the layout of your backyard, don’t hesitate to contact us.  

 
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