Whether you’re looking for sunny coastal views, a vibrant art culture, or a welcoming community, St. Petersburg is a great place to enjoy a custom pool. A luxury pool is an investment that increases the value of your home, especially when it’s custom-designed around the way you live.
At WinWay Pools, we design and build custom luxury pools that feel tailored to you: the shape, the features, the lighting, and the way it all ties into your home and landscape. In this blog, we’ll share how our design professionals can take you from idea to “wow” — with examples and ideas to help you plan your own coastal Florida water retreat.
Start With Your Vision: We’ll Turn It Into a Plan
Every project begins with a conversation about how you want to use your pool: morning laps, weekend grilling, quiet soaks, kid play zones, or all of the above. From there, we can map out the right footprint for your lot, budget, and architecture, and then layer in the features that make it distinctly yours.
Need some inspiration? Our Pools Gallery is a great place to start! Browse our pool and spa designs and custom pool enclosures for fresh ideas. We can then take your ideas and customize them to fit seamlessly with your yard and landscaping. Plus, WinWay designs and builds custom homes in St. Petersburg and across Pinellas County. This means we can coordinate seamlessly with our sister company, WinWay Homes, if you’re still in the process of building a new home.
A Pool Design That Fits & Makes Your Yard Feel Bigger
Thoughtful pool shapes and alignments make even compact lots feel generous. This includes keeping the geometry clean — rectilinear or softly radiused — and aligning coping, waterlines, and doors so inside and outside read as one space. Sightlines stay open so your pool’s features feel intentional.
Before we break ground, we’ll carefully measure the dimensions of your backyard and take note of any physical obstacles, such as trees, utility lines, landscaping structures, or uneven ground. It is rare for any yard to be completely flat or level in the St. Petersburg area, so your custom pool should be proportionate to your yard, while still allowing room for decking, lounging areas, or outdoor kitchens.
Outlining Expectations for Your Pool Construction
It’s important to consult with your pool builder before construction to ensure you and your builder are aligned on expectations. Keep in mind that a truly custom pool takes time to design and build. Permitting is a time-consuming process, and timing depends on where you live in Pinellas County. It’s also important to remember that weather conditions can also impact your timeline. Expect a few weeks where your yard will be transformed into a construction site.
At WinWay Pools, we will not cut corners when it comes to designing your luxury pool and tailoring it to your lifestyle. Whether you’re interested in a sleek lap pool, a freeform lagoon-style retreat, or a show-stopping infinity edge, we’ll discuss:
- Pool size and shape considerations
- Interior finishes (e.g., pebble, quartz, tile, mosaics)
- Water features like spas, jets, or cascading waterfalls
- Smart pool automation options for easier maintenance
- Decking and landscaping preferences to enhance your home
And of course, we’ll review your pool’s budget and desired timeline. This is also where we evaluate your site layout to determine any limitations due to zoning, HOA regulations, county building codes, and any terrain challenges specific to St. Petersburg and Pinellas County.
Personalizing Features That Invite You to Stay a While
This is where the fun begins. We’ll help you choose add-ons for your custom pool that match your lifestyle (and your maintenance preferences) without crowding your pool’s shell. How about a heating and cooling system for a relaxing swim, no matter the season? Or maybe you’d like to integrate a spa, so you can seamlessly transition from an invigorating swim to a soothing soak, enjoying the perfect blend of activity and relaxation.
If you’re envisioning a serene escape, water features such as cascading waterfalls and bubblers can bring visual depth and tranquility. Or maybe your family would enjoy a custom slide to add an amusement park touch to your backyard. Some additional features might include:
- Tanning ledges that provide the ultimate relaxation spot under the sun.
- Wall panels that offer the perfect balance of seclusion and openness, ensuring you never feel cramped or restricted.
- Lighting scenes with in-pool LEDs, step markers, and landscape accents for evening magic.
- Summer outdoor kitchens and lounge niches that turn a pool into an all-day destination.
- Automated cleaning systems with “smart” technology to ensure optimal chlorine levels and water balance without constant monitoring.
Local Expertise, Designed Around You
At WinWay Pools, we live and build here. This means we understand how to create pool designs that work for Pinellas County codes, soils, and sea air. We also build layouts that match how St. Pete families actually use a backyard: quick morning swims, weekend cookouts, and sunsets with the water glowing.
Our tailored service starts with a personal visit to your home, where we take detailed measurements and photos of the proposed pool area. Utilizing cutting-edge design software, we carefully craft a 3D mock-up of the proposed design, ensuring that it meets both your vision and local building regulations.
The entire team at WinWay Pools understands that a swimming pool is not just an addition to a home but also a reflection of one’s lifestyle. Our key priority is to provide exceptional customer service and support. From your initial consultation to final pool inspections, we keep you well-informed at every stage of construction.
If You Can Dream It, We Can Build It
St. Pete is renowned for its vibrant arts scene, pristine beaches, and year-round sunshine, offering the perfect backdrop for luxurious outdoor living. If you’re ready to elevate your outdoor living experience, browse our Pools Gallery for fresh ideas to reflect your unique lifestyle and your home’s aesthetic.
Not finding what you’re looking for? Our WinWay Pools designers and builders can customize a plan with all the features and characteristics to create the pool of your dreams. Contact us today, and our specialist will meet you at your house to go over design details, dimensions, and site specifics.
