Pool Features and Options
Build a Backyard That Feels Custom
A premium pool is more than the shell. Explore curated upgrades we install, organized by category, with compatibility notes for gunite, fiberglass, and vinyl liner pools.
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Most Requested Upgrades
These are the options that consistently deliver the biggest “wow” with the least regret. Use these as your shortlist, then dive into details below.
Automatic Safety Cover
Cleaner pool, safer backyard, and a streamlined look.
Sheer Descent
Modern waterfall line with motion and sound.
Fire Bowls
Premium ambience and a true focal point at night.
LED Lighting
High impact for safety, ambience, and nighttime use.
Tanning Ledge + Bubblers
The most-used “lounging zone” for many families.
App Automation
Simplifies ownership, scheduling, and feature control.
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Safety & Covers
Plan these early for the cleanest install and best-looking finished product.
Automatic Safety Cover
Motorized cover system that improves safety, reduces debris, and supports heat retention.
- Cleaner water and less day-to-day maintenance
- Streamlined look, especially when planned with coping and deck details
- Best included during design to coordinate tracks and clearances
Manual Safety Cover Options
Durable seasonal protection that helps keep the pool secure and covered off-season.
- Great for leaf-heavy yards and winterization
- Practical alternative to automatic systems depending on priorities
- We confirm the right cover type based on layout and deck design
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Water Features
Add sound, motion, and a resort feel. These pair well with lighting and automation.
Sheer Descents
A clean sheet waterfall that provides a modern look and calming sound.
- Strong visual impact with minimal footprint
- Ideal on raised walls, planters, or outdoor living transitions
- Plumbing and wall geometry affect flow quality
Deck Jets
Arcing water streams from the deck into the pool. Fun, dynamic, and great at night.
- Pairs well with color lighting for evening effect
- Placement matters to control overspray and sound
- Often best with automation for simple control
Bubblers
Adds sparkle and sound, especially on tanning ledges and shallow lounging areas.
- Ideal for baja shelves and social zones
- Great “resort feel” in daylight
- Works best when planned with ledge depth and seating
Waterfalls & Statement Features
A bold focal point that adds strong sound and a true “oasis” vibe.
- Best suited for custom gunite designs
- May require additional structural and utility planning
- We review feasibility based on layout and engineering
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Fire Features
Warmth, glow, and a luxury focal point. Fuel source and clearances are planned in design.
Fire Bowls
Premium visual statement, especially when paired with water features and lighting.
- Luxury ambience for entertaining
- Utility planning for gas and safe clearances
- Often paired with raised walls and sheer descents
Fire + Water Combinations
A signature “centerpiece” upgrade that ties the entire backyard together.
- High-end look and strong night-time impact
- More coordination for utilities and structure
- Best with a cohesive hardscape and lighting plan
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Lighting
One of the highest ROI upgrades for safety, ambience, and night swimming.
Underwater LED Lighting
Efficient lighting that transforms the pool at night. Choose white or color-changing.
- Improves safety and extends usable hours
- Balanced placement reduces “dark zones”
- Pairs well with automation for easy control
Perimeter & Accent Lighting
Step lights, path lights, and wall accents to complete the outdoor living space.
- Safer transitions and better navigation at night
- Highlights walls, planting beds, and outdoor kitchens
- Best planned with hardscape layout
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Fun & Sports
These options influence layout and depth, so they are best discussed during design.
Volleyball & Basketball Combos
Multi-sport setups designed for family fun and entertaining.
- We plan anchor points and deck clearances
- Compatible with many shapes and sizes
- Great for parties and active swimming
Diving Depth & Slides
Classic deep-end use when the footprint, depth profile, and approach area allow.
- Requires proper depth and length planning
- May influence overall pool footprint and setbacks
- We review safety considerations during design
Tanning Ledges, Benches, Social Zones
Shallow lounging areas and built-in seating create the most-used zones in many pools.
- Great for families, entertaining, and relaxing
- Often paired with bubblers and umbrella sleeves
- Availability varies by pool type and model
Attached Spas & Spillovers
Add hydrotherapy and a premium look with integrated spillways and raised spa designs.
- Perfect for shoulder seasons and nightly use
- Pairs well with tile, lighting, and raised walls
- We design it to fit your layout and traffic flow
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Finishes & Visual Design
Selections that define the style of the pool. We guide choices to match your home and hardscape.
Waterline Tile
A premium visual line that elevates the pool and pairs beautifully with raised walls and spillovers.
- High visual impact with minimal footprint change
- Wide range from modern to classic styles
- Best selected alongside coping and deck tones
Vinyl Liner Patterns
Liner pattern choices dramatically affect the water color and overall feel of the pool.
- Water tone can change significantly by pattern
- Borders help tie in coping and deck design
- We review samples during the selections process
Fiberglass Color Options
Factory finishes influence water tone and how the pool looks across different light conditions.
- Curated factory color palettes by manufacturer
- Availability confirmed during ordering
- We help match finish to decking and landscape plan
Custom Shapes, Steps, & Layout
We tailor the pool to how you live, with traffic flow, seating, and sight lines in mind.
- Entry steps, benches, swim-outs, and social areas
- Designed to connect seamlessly with patios and outdoor living
- Planned for future add-ons like fire, water, and lighting
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Comfort & Equipment
Equipment influences energy use, water clarity, and how easy the pool is to own.
Heating Options
Extend the season with a setup matched to your pool size, utilities, and swim habits.
- More comfortable water and longer season
- Selection depends on utilities and usage
- Pairs well with automation for scheduling
Sanitization & Water Feel
We review options based on owner preference, maintenance style, and long-term expectations.
- Choice depends on how hands-on you want to be
- We align expectations around maintenance and care
- Final setup is confirmed in your proposal
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Automation & Controls
Centralized control for lighting, heating, pumps, and features. Built for simplicity and consistency.
App-Based Automation
Schedule pumps, manage heating, and control features from your phone.
- Easy day-to-day ownership
- Better consistency for water quality
- Ideal when adding lighting and water features
Feature Zoning (Lights, Water, Fire)
Separate control zones so the backyard runs cleanly and scales as you add features.
- Cleaner installs and fewer afterthought add-ons
- Independent control for different areas and experiences
- Designed to grow with your backyard plan
Want a feature package that matches your budget?
We’ll recommend options based on your yard, priorities, and how you plan to use the pool.
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