What Will I Regret Not Thinking About Before I Build My Pool?
Six decisions worth making before the concrete goes in.
A pool is a big investment, and some of the most important decisions are surprisingly small. Before construction begins, think about how the whole backyard will work — not just what the pool will look like.
Six Questions Your Future Self Will Thank You For Asking
Where will everyone actually sit?
The pool might fit, but is there enough space for loungers, a dining table, BBQ, kids, towels and easy movement around the pool? In some backyards, a bigger pool can mean less usable space for the way you’ll really live.
Where will the sun be when you use it?
The house, trees and neighbouring buildings can change where the sun and shade fall throughout the day and seasons. A spot that feels perfect at 10am may feel very different at 4pm. Think about when your family will actually use the pool.
Afternoon drinks?
What will you actually do in the water?
Swim laps? Kids playing? Sit on a bench? Lounge on a ledge? The way you plan to use the pool should influence the shape, depth, steps and where the social spaces go. Good design keeps different uses working together rather than competing.
Sit. Relax.
What might you want later?
Heating, lighting, extra power, an outdoor shower, a future outdoor kitchen or automation may be easier to allow for while the site is under construction. You may never want every feature — but this is the time to ask what is worth preparing for.
Hard later.
What will you see from inside your home?
You may look at the pool far more often than you swim in it. Think about the view from the kitchen, living room and outdoor areas — the pool, landscaping, a wall, equipment or a beautiful outlook.
you live with?
Where does all the water go?
In heavy Brisbane rain, existing levels, paving, gardens and stormwater infrastructure can affect the design. That is why drainage and site levels are worth understanding before everything is beautifully finished.
rain doesn’t care.
Some things are easy to change now. Very hard (and expensive) later.
Once the concrete is in, it can be difficult to move plumbing, add power, change pool depth or increase space around the pool.
That’s why we take the time to understand your lifestyle, your site and what you may want in the future — before we build.
Good design is thinking ahead.
DON’T JUST DESIGN THE POOL.
Design the way you’ll live around it.
A well-designed pool should feel like it always belonged — to your home, your block and your lifestyle.
