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Custom Pool Design Services in Lakeland

Your backyard in Lakeland or throughout Central Florida has specific slopes, sun angles, and sight lines that determine where a pool fits best and how it will be used year-round. Florida Aquascapes starts with a one-on-one design consultation that takes your daily routine, family size, and outdoor preferences into account before drawing a single line.


The process includes creating custom pool shapes and sizes from scratch, not selecting from templates. You receive 3D renderings that show what the finished pool will look like from different angles, and design revisions are included until the layout, features, and finishes match what you need. Spas, water features, lighting, and tanning ledges are integrated into the design based on your input, and all plans are created to meet Florida building codes and permitting requirements before construction begins.


If you want to see what a pool designed for your specific yard in Lakeland would look like, reach out to start a consultation with Florida Aquascapes.

What Happens During the Design Process

You meet with a designer who walks your property in Lakeland or a surrounding area, takes measurements, and discusses how you plan to use the pool—whether that means lap swimming, entertaining, or watching kids play. The consultation covers placement, depth zones, entry types, and any features you want included, such as built-in seating or waterfalls.


After the meeting, you receive 3D renderings that show the pool from multiple perspectives, including how it will look from your back door and patio. You can request changes to the shape, size, features, or finishes, and the design is revised until it reflects what you described. Once approved, the design is used to guide permitting and construction.


Steel reinforcement, plumbing layouts, and equipment placement are planned during the design phase to ensure the pool functions correctly and lasts. The design also accounts for drainage, sun exposure, and access for future maintenance. This stage defines what will be built, so time spent here prevents changes or regrets later.

Questions About Your Pool Design

Most homeowners want to know what the design process includes, how long it takes, and what decisions need to be made before construction starts.

What does the design consultation cover?
The consultation covers your yard layout, how you plan to use the pool, preferred shapes and depths, and any features such as spas or water elements. You also discuss finishes, lighting, and placement relative to your home and property lines.
How long does it take to finalize a pool design?
Most designs are finalized within two to three weeks, depending on how many revisions you request. Once the design is approved, it moves into permitting and scheduling.
What do the 3D renderings show?
The renderings show what your pool will look like from different angles, including views from your patio and windows. They include colors, finishes, and features so you can see the final result before construction begins.
Why is meeting Florida building codes part of the design?
Pools in Florida must meet specific structural, safety, and setback requirements to pass permitting. Designing to code from the start prevents delays and ensures the pool is legally compliant.
What happens if I want to change the design after seeing the renderings?
You can request revisions to the shape, features, finishes, or layout. The design is updated and new renderings are provided until you approve the final version.

A pool designed to fit your yard and your routine in Lakeland looks better and works better than one adapted from a standard plan. Florida Aquascapes creates designs that account for how your family will actually use the space, not just how it looks in a rendering. 


Contact us to schedule a consultation and start planning your custom pool.

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