Plain pool construction guidance from our Santa Monica design desk on what drives the cost, how a build really goes, and how to hire without overpaying.
Here is what average cost of an inground pool really involves for a Santa Monica backyard, in plain terms.
Read more →Santa Monica lots run tight, but most of them can still hold a great pool. Here is an honest look at what fits on a small lot, how to think about size, and where homeowners go wrong.
Read more →On a tight Westside lot, a plunge pool can be the smarter choice. Here is an honest comparison of plunge pools and full-size pools for compact Santa Monica yards.
Read more →Many Santa Monica lots have access too tight for a standard excavator. Here is how a pool actually gets built on a constrained site, and why solving access first matters.
Read more →A spa can be the centerpiece of a small backyard, with or without a full pool. Here is how to add a spa to a compact Santa Monica lot and the configurations worth considering.
Read more →Salt air and steady sun are hard on a pool. Here is how to choose finishes, tile, and decking that hold up in Santa Monica's coastal climate.
Read more →Choosing a pool contractor is a big decision, especially on a tight lot. Here are the questions worth asking and the answers that signal a contractor worth hiring.
Read more →For a renovation, a repair, or pool deck installation, our Santa Monica team assesses it honestly, quotes the work in writing, then does the work right if you go ahead.