Compact, elegant water for courtyards and smaller yards, ideal for cooling off, soaking and entertaining.
A plunge pool is a small, deep pool designed for cooling off and sitting in the water. A spool combines a pool and a spa, with a heated seat, jets and a cool plunge in a single shell. Both fit places where a full pool would not.
They are popular in courtyards, townhome yards and urban lots, and they pair well with a wall water feature, planting and a small seating area. Because the footprint is small, finishes and details matter more, and we treat them like a jewel box.
Careful layout, a single focal wall and simple materials let a compact pool feel generous. We use reflection, planting and lighting to extend the space.
A small volume heats quickly and costs little to keep warm. With a cover and jets, a spool becomes a daily ritual in every season.
Small pools can sit close to a house or a fence. We plan privacy screens, sound control and structure with that proximity in mind.
Because the footprint is small, every surface is close to the eye. Tile, stone, plants and lighting are chosen with care, and a wall feature gives the space focus.
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BeforeAfterPremium finishes in a smaller footprint.
Small volumes warm quickly.
Spool designs with hydrotherapy.
Screens and greenery that make a retreat.
Water and wall washed in soft light.
Safe, tidy coverage when not in use.
Every topic has its own page with what to expect and how we approach it.
Pool situationSmall YardsA smaller lot can still have a beautiful pool. Plunge pools, spools and clever layouts make every foot…Learn more 
Pool situationNew ConstructionPlanning a pool with a new home gives the best layout, the smoothest schedule and the cleanest finish…Learn more 
Pool situationOlder PoolsAn older pool often has good bones. A thoughtful update of surfaces, equipment and surroundings can make it…Learn more Pick a shape and enter the length, width and depth to see the surface area and an estimate of gallons.
We listen to how you want to live outside, walk the site and talk through ideas, budget and timing.
We draw the pool, deck, planting and lighting together and walk you through the views.
We finalize plans, manage permits and engineering, then excavate with care for soil and landscape.
Reinforcing steel, plumbing and electrical go in, with inspections and photos before anything is covered.
The shell, tile, coping, deck, interior finish and landscape come together.
We balance the water, test every feature and teach you the controls before the first swim.
They can be quite compact. We aim for enough depth and seating to feel comfortable, and we check access and setbacks first.
It is better for cooling off and soaking. For swimming, a lap pool or swim spa is a better fit.
Often, yes. Access for equipment is the key question, and we plan the method during the site visit.
Safety rules apply to small pools too. We explain local requirements and options that look elegant.
Yes. A small volume heats quickly, and a cover helps keep it warm.
Spas and Hot TubsA raised or sunken spa spilling into the pool, heated, jetted and ready for every season.Explore 
Sheer Descents and Water WallsGlass-clear sheets of water and sculpted walls that bring light, sound and movement to the pool.Explore 
Automatic Pool CoversA motorized cover that closes the pool at the push of a button for safety, cleanliness and heat…Explore 
Landscape Design and PlantingLayered planting, screening, lawns and beds that frame the pool and give the yard privacy and color.Explore Tell us about your yard and we will call you back to talk it through.
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