Design inspiration
Pick a direction. We'll draw it for your yard.
A few looks Houston homeowners ask for most. Bring the ones you like to your design visit and we'll model your version in 3D, fitted to your lot, your easements and your budget.
Photos on this site are style references to help you choose a direction. Before you sign anything, we'll show you finished pools by the builder assigned to your project.
Build in the things your family will actually use
Every feature here gets planned into the structure and plumbing from day one. That's why it pays to decide before the dig.
Book a design visitNot sure what fits your lot or budget? That's what the visit is for.
Slides and grottos
Stone-wrapped slides, caves and jump rocks, engineered with the shell so they look like they belong.
Tanning ledges
A shallow shelf for loungers, umbrellas and toddlers. Usually the busiest spot in the pool.
Fire and water
Fire pits, fire bowls, scuppers and sheer descents that carry the yard after dark.
Raised spas
A spillover spa with its own heat and jets keeps the pool earning its place in January.
Pavilions and kitchens
Shade, grills and swim-up bars planned with the pool so the levels and sightlines line up.
Lighting and automation
Color LED lighting, variable-speed pumps and phone control for heat, lights and cleaning.
From first sketch to splashdown
Every pool runs the same countdown. You always know which step you're on, what it costs and what happens next.
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Design visit
We walk the yard, measure and talk through how you'll use it. About an hour at your home.
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3D design and quote
See your pool modeled on your lot, with an itemized price from the builder before you commit.
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Contract, permits, HOA
You sign directly with the builder. We prepare the permit and HOA packets and track approvals.
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Dig, steel and gunite
Excavation, rebar, plumbing and the concrete shell. The yard changes fast in these first weeks.
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Tile, coping and deck
The finishes you picked go in, and the equipment pad gets plumbed and wired.
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Splashdown
Interior finish, fill, start-up and a walkthrough of your equipment. Then you swim.
Designed by Splashdown. Built by Houston crews we've vetted.
We're your design and project team. Construction is done by an independent, insured Houston pool builder we match to your project, and your build contract is directly with them. Here's what that means for you.
Book a design visitWe check the builder before you meet them
Finished pools we've seen in person, current liability insurance, licensed electrical subs, supplier references and a clean lien history.
One contract, in plain English
Scope, equipment models, finishes and schedule are itemized, with the Texas residential disclosures included. Nothing is left to a handshake.
Payments follow the work
A deposit to start, then draws tied to milestones you can see from your kitchen window, like excavation, gunite, decking and plaster.
One person to call
Your Splashdown project lead handles selections, HOA questions and schedule updates from the first sketch through start-up.
Questions people ask before they dig
Don't see yours? Bring it to your design visit, or call (346) 654-1067.
What does a custom pool cost in Houston?
In Greater Houston, most custom gunite pools run from about $70,000 to $150,000, and resort-style yards with pavilions and outdoor kitchens go higher. Your quote is itemized, so you can see what each feature adds before you decide.
How long does it take?
Plan on a week or two for design, a few weeks for permits and HOA approval, then roughly 8 to 16 weeks of construction. Rain and custom features can stretch that, and we'll tell you when they do.
Who actually builds my pool?
An independent Houston pool builder that we've vetted and matched to your project. Your construction contract is with that builder, and we stay on as your project team until start-up.
How do payments work?
You pay the builder in stages written into your contract: a deposit to start, then draws at milestones like excavation, gunite and plaster. You always know what the next payment is for.
Do I need a permit or HOA approval?
Almost always. Pools inside city limits need permits and inspections, and most Houston-area HOAs review plans first. We prepare both packets.
Will Houston clay soil be a problem?
It's the reason engineering matters here. Expansive clay moves with moisture, so the shell's steel and the deck drainage are designed for your soil instead of copied from a template.
Can I finance it?
Yes. Many homeowners use a pool loan or home equity. We can point you to lenders who fund pool projects. Approval and terms are between you and the lender.
Book a design visit
Tell us a little about your yard. We'll come out, measure and talk through what you want.
- 1 We call within one business day to set a time.
- 2 We walk your yard and measure. Plan on about an hour.
- 3 You get a 3D design and an itemized quote to review at your own pace.
Rather talk now? Call (346) 654-1067, email [email protected] or message us on Facebook.
Request your design visit
Call or email us and we'll set a time to walk your yard, measure and talk through what you want.
Call (346) 654-1067 Email [email protected]