2024 Awards of Excellence: Bronze Winners

Aq10 Sc Aoe Bronze

The PHTA Awards of Excellence program continues to highlight the best of the best when it comes to creating masterpieces in backyards and illustrating the many possibilities within pool building and design. AQUA is proud to present this year's Bronze winners, who have taken their craft to the next level. Enjoy the full list of these award-winning projects, and stay tuned for the Merit winners to be showcased later this month. 



Category: Pools With a Vanishing Edge | By Platinum Pools - A Cody Pools Company, Houston, TexasCategory: Pools With a Vanishing Edge | By Platinum Pools - A Cody Pools Company, Houston, TexasPhoto courtesy Rod Brady / Houston Real Estate Media

Platinum Pools - A Cody Pools Company

Houston, Texas

Decking Material: Deck Coating

Pool Interior Finish: Pebble Tec



Category: Pools with a Vanishing Edge | By Tipton Spires Design | Build, Houston, TexasCategory: Pools with a Vanishing Edge | By Tipton Spires Design | Build, Houston, TexasPhoto courtesy Jimi Smith Photography

Tipton Spires Design | Build

Houston, Texas

Decking Material: Natural Stone Limestone

Pool Interior Finish: Pebble Tec



Category: Pools with a Vanishing Edge | By California Pools & Landscape, Chandler, Ariz.Category: Pools with a Vanishing Edge | By California Pools & Landscape, Chandler, Ariz.Photo courtesy Ethan Cooper Photography

California Pools & Landscape 

Chandler, Ariz. 

Decking Material: Travertine Pavers

Pool Interior Finish: Pebble Tec



Category: Pools with a Vanishing Edge | By Yard Mods Tx, Little Elm, TexasCategory: Pools with a Vanishing Edge | By Yard Mods Tx, Little Elm, TexasPhoto courtesy Justin Allred / OtherRed Photography

Yard Mods TX 

Little Elm, Texas 

Decking Material: Silver Travertine



Category: Pools with a Vanishing Edge | By Artisan Pools NC, Kitty Hawk, N.C.Category: Pools with a Vanishing Edge | By Artisan Pools NC, Kitty Hawk, N.C.Photo courtesy Jimi Smith Photography

Artisan Pools NC 

Kitty Hawk, N.C.

Decking Material: Afyon Cloud Marble Sandblasted

Pool Interior Finish: Wet Edge



Category: Traditional | By Elite Luxury Pools & Landscaping, Omaha, Neb.Category: Traditional | By Elite Luxury Pools & Landscaping, Omaha, Neb.Photo courtesy Jeffrey Bebee Photography

Elite Luxury Pools & Landscaping

Omaha, Neb. 

Decking Material: Tiramisu Natural Travertine

Pool Interior Finish: Plaster



Category: Traditional | By Claffey Pools, Southlake, TexasCategory: Traditional | By Claffey Pools, Southlake, TexasPhoto courtesy Mike and Laura Farley / Farley Pool Designs

Claffey Pools 

Southlake, Texas 

Decking Material: Ivory Travertine Versailles Pattern

Pool Interior Finish: Pebble Tec



Category: Traditional | By Larsenโ€™s Pool & Spa, Tampa, Fla.Category: Traditional | By Larsenโ€™s Pool & Spa, Tampa, Fla.Photo courtesy Bill Horne / Horne Photography

Larsen's Pool & Spa 

Tampa, Fla. 

Pool Interior Finish: Pebble Tec



Category: Traditional | By Claffey Pools, Southlake, TexasCategory: Traditional | By Claffey Pools, Southlake, TexasPhoto courtesy Jose Serrato / Serrato Photography

Claffey Pools 

Southlake, Texas 

Decking Material: Platinum Brushed Limestone

Pool Interior Finish: Pebble Tec



Category: Geometric | By Elite Luxury Pools & Landscaping, Omaha, Neb.Category: Geometric | By Elite Luxury Pools & Landscaping, Omaha, Neb.Photo courtesy Jeffrey Bebee Photography

Elite Luxury Pools & Landscaping 

Omaha, Neb. 

Decking Material: Nordic Silver Travertine

Pool Interior Finish: Plaster



Category: Geometric | By J&M Pool Company, Senoia, Ga.Category: Geometric | By J&M Pool Company, Senoia, Ga.Photo courtesy Aubrey Gall / Aubrey Alexander Photography

J&M Pool Company

Senoia, Ga.

Decking Material: Birch Grey

Pool Interior Finish: Pebble Tec



Category: Geometric | By J&M Pool Company, Senoia, Ga.Category: Geometric | By J&M Pool Company, Senoia, Ga.Photo courtesy Jimi Smith Photography

J&M Pool Company

Senoia, Ga. 

Decking Material: Silver French Pattern Travertine

Pool Interior Finish: Pebble Tec



Category: Geometric | By Ikeโ€™s Carter Pools, Oakland Park, Fla.Category: Geometric | By Ikeโ€™s Carter Pools, Oakland Park, Fla.Photo courtesy Jimi Smith Photography

Ike's Carter Pools 

Oakland Park, Fla. 

Decking Material: Stone Grey

Pool Interior Finish: Pebble Tec



Category: Geometric | By Diffazur Piscines, Saint-Laurent-Du-Var, Alpes-MaritimesCategory: Geometric | By Diffazur Piscines, Saint-Laurent-Du-Var, Alpes-MaritimesPhoto courtesy Jean-Claude Fayet / Vision Plus Production

Diffazur Piscines 

Saint-Laurent-Du-Var, Alpes-Maritimes 

Decking Material: Stone

Pool Interior Finish: Plaster



Category: Geometric | By Diffazur Piscines, Saint-Laurent-Du-Var, Alpes-MaritimesCategory: Geometric | By Diffazur Piscines, Saint-Laurent-Du-Var, Alpes-MaritimesPhoto courtesy Jean-Claude Fayet / Vision Plus Production

Diffazur Piscines 

Saint-Laurent-Du-Var, Alpes-Maritimes 

Decking Material: Stone

Pool Interior Finish: Plaster



Category: Geometric | By Diffazur Piscines, Alpes-Maritimes, FranceCategory: Geometric | By Diffazur Piscines, Alpes-Maritimes, FrancePhoto courtesy Jean-Claude Fayet / Vision Plus Production

Diffazur Piscines 

Alpes-Maritimes, France 

Decking Material: Stone

Pool Interior Finish: Plaster



Category: Geometric | By Harold Leidner Landscape Architects, Carrollton, TexasCategory: Geometric | By Harold Leidner Landscape Architects, Carrollton, TexasPhoto courtesy Jimi Smith Photography

Harold Leidner Landscape Architects

Carrollton, Texas

Decking Material: Concrete | Artificial Turf



Category: Geometric | By Pulliam Pools, Fort Worth, TexasCategory: Geometric | By Pulliam Pools, Fort Worth, TexasPhoto courtesy Jose Serrato / Serrato Photography

Pulliam Pools

Fort Worth, Texas 

Decking Material: No Color Salt Finish

Pool Interior Finish: Wet Edge



Category: Geometric | By Morris Pools, Mesa, Ariz.Category: Geometric | By Morris Pools, Mesa, Ariz.Photo courtesy Ethan Cooper Photography

Morris Pools

Mesa, Ariz.

Decking Material: Texas Cream Limestone

Pool Interior Finish: Wet Edge



Category: Geometric | By Morris Pools, Mesa, Ariz.Category: Geometric | By Morris Pools, Mesa, Ariz.Photo courtesy Ethan Cooper Photography

Morris Pools 

Mesa, Ariz. 

Decking Material: Pearl Contempo Travertine

Pool Interior Finish: Wet Edge



Category: Geometric | By Pulliam Pools, Fort Worth, TexasCategory: Geometric | By Pulliam Pools, Fort Worth, TexasPhoto courtesy Jose Serrato / Serrato Photography

Pulliam Pools 

Fort Worth, Texas 

Decking Material: Sundek

Pool Interior Finish: Wet Edge



Category: Geometric | By Presidential Pools & Spas, Gilbert, Ariz.Category: Geometric | By Presidential Pools & Spas, Gilbert, Ariz.Photo courtesy Michael Duerinckx Photography

Presidential Pools & Spas

Gilbert, Ariz. 

Decking Material: Travertine

Pool Interior Finish: Plaster



Category: Geometric | By Riverbend Sandler Pools, Plano, TexasCategory: Geometric | By Riverbend Sandler Pools, Plano, TexasPhoto courtesy Jimi Smith Photography

Riverbend Sandler Pools 

Plano, Texas 

Decking Material: Sky White Marble



Category: Geometric | By Riverbend Sandler Pools, Plano, TexasCategory: Geometric | By Riverbend Sandler Pools, Plano, TexasPhoto courtesy Kye Lee Photography

Riverbend Sandler Pools 

Plano, Texas 

Decking Material: Mexican Pewter Travertine



Category: Geometric | By Geometric | By Riverbend Sandler Pools, Plano, TexasCategory: Geometric | By Geometric | By Riverbend Sandler Pools, Plano, TexasPhoto courtesy Kye Lee Photography

Riverbend Sandler Pools

Plano, Texas 

Decking Material: Silver Travertine



Category: Geometric | By St. John Pools, Rosharon, TexasCategory: Geometric | By St. John Pools, Rosharon, TexasPhoto courtesy James Gill Boyd Aerial Photo Video

St. John Pools

Rosharon, Texas 



Category: Geometric | By Claffey Pools, Southlake, TexasCategory: Geometric | By Claffey Pools, Southlake, TexasPhoto courtesy Jose Serrato / Serrato Photography

Claffey Pools

Southlake, Texas 

Decking Material: Platinum Brushed Limestone

Pool Interior Finish: Pebble Tec



Category: Geometric | By Vue Custom Pools & Design, Greensboro, N.C.Category: Geometric | By Vue Custom Pools & Design, Greensboro, N.C.Photo courtesy Jimi Smith Photography

Vue Custom Pools & Design

Greensboro, N.C.

Decking Material: Pavers

Pool Interior Finish: Pebble Tec



Category: Geometric | By Vue Custom Pools & Design, Greensboro, N.C.Category: Geometric | By Vue Custom Pools & Design, Greensboro, N.C.Photo courtesy Jimi Smith Photography

Vue Custom Pools & Design

Greensboro, N.C. 

Decking Material: Travertine

Pool Interior Finish: Pebble Tec



Category: Geometric | By Backyard Paradise Luxury Pools, Montgomery, TexasCategory: Geometric | By Backyard Paradise Luxury Pools, Montgomery, TexasPhoto courtesy Ryan Hall Productions

Backyard Paradise Luxury Pools 

Montgomery, Texas 

Decking Material: Concrete with Spray Deck

Pool Interior Finish: Pebble Tec



Category: Geometric | By Backyard Paradise Luxury Pools, Montgomery, TexasCategory: Geometric | By Backyard Paradise Luxury Pools, Montgomery, TexasPhoto courtesy Ryan Hall Productions

Backyard Paradise Luxury Pools 

Montgomery, Texas 

Decking Material: Travertine

Pool Interior Finish: Pebble Tec



Category: Elevated Pool and/or Spa Structure | By California Pools & Landscape, Chandler, Ariz.Category: Elevated Pool and/or Spa Structure | By California Pools & Landscape, Chandler, Ariz.Photo courtesy Jon Hayward / California Pools & Landscape

California Pools & Landscape 

Chandler, Ariz. 

Pool Interior Finish: Pebble Tec



Category: Fiberglass Pools | By Hydroscapes Pools & Patios, Oklahoma City, Okla.Category: Fiberglass Pools | By Hydroscapes Pools & Patios, Oklahoma City, Okla.Photo courtesy High 5 Media

Hydroscapes Pools & Patios 

Oklahoma City, Okla. 

Decking Material: Concrete



Category: Freeform | By Elite Luxury Pools & Landscaping, Omaha, Neb.Category: Freeform | By Elite Luxury Pools & Landscaping, Omaha, Neb.Photo courtesy Jeffrey Bebee Photography

Elite Luxury Pools & Landscaping 

Omaha, Neb. 

Decking Material: Nordic Silver Travertine

Pool Interior Finish: Plaster



Category: Freeform | By J&M Pool Company, Senoia, Ga.Category: Freeform | By J&M Pool Company, Senoia, Ga.Photo courtesy Aubrey Gall / Aubrey Alexander Photography

J&M Pool Company 

Senoia, Ga. 

Decking Material: T5

Pool Interior Finish: Pebble Tec



Category: Freeform | By Texas Outdoor Oasis, Wylie, TexasCategory: Freeform | By Texas Outdoor Oasis, Wylie, TexasPhoto courtesy Taylor Ratcliff Photography

Texas Outdoor Oasis

Wylie, Texas 

Decking Material: Travertine



Category: Freeform | By The Green Scene, Chatsworth, Calif.Category: Freeform | By The Green Scene, Chatsworth, Calif.Photo courtesy Irvin Pacheco / In-View Media

The Green Scene

Chatsworth, Calif. 

Pool Interior Finish: Pebble Tec



Category: Freeform | By Aqua Builders, Driftwood, TexasCategory: Freeform | By Aqua Builders, Driftwood, TexasPhoto courtesy Jimi Smith Photography

Aqua Builders

Driftwood, Texas 

Decking Material: Aguado Stone โ€” Oklahoma River Flagstone

Pool Interior Finish: Plaster



Category: Vinyl-Lined Pools | By JAS Aquatics, Huntington Station, N.Y.Category: Vinyl-Lined Pools | By JAS Aquatics, Huntington Station, N.Y.Photo courtesy Mark DiMattei / MarkD Arts

JAS Aquatics

Huntington Station, N.Y. 



Category: Vinyl-Lined Pools | By J&M Pool Company, Senoia, Ga.Category: Vinyl-Lined Pools | By J&M Pool Company, Senoia, Ga.Photo courtesy Aubrey Gall / Aubrey Alexander Photography

J&M Pool Company 

Senoia, Ga. 

Decking Material: T5



Category: Vinyl-Lined Pools | By Rainbow Pools & Living Art Designs, Fishkill, N.Y.Category: Vinyl-Lined Pools | By Rainbow Pools & Living Art Designs, Fishkill, N.Y.Photo courtesy David Ciotoli / Rainbow Pools & Living Art Designs

Rainbow Pools & Living Art Designs

Fishkill, N.Y. 



Category: Vinyl-Lined Pools | By Swimming Pool Services, Waukesha, Wis.Category: Vinyl-Lined Pools | By Swimming Pool Services, Waukesha, Wis.Photo courtesy Tracy Thompson / TK Enterprises

Swimming Pool Services

Waukesha, Wis. 

Decking Material: Beacon Hill Smooth Pavers



Category: Screened Enclosed Pools | By Superior Pools of Southwest Florida, Port Charlotte, Fla.Category: Screened Enclosed Pools | By Superior Pools of Southwest Florida, Port Charlotte, Fla.Photo courtesy Superior Pools of Southwest Florida, Inc.

Superior Pools of Southwest Florida

Port Charolotte, Fla. 

Decking Material: Premium Select Akoya Marble Deck โ€” French Pattern



Catgory: Technical/Engineering Achievement | By Diffazur Piscines, Saint-Laurent-Du-Var, Alpes-MaritimesCatgory: Technical/Engineering Achievement | By Diffazur Piscines, Saint-Laurent-Du-Var, Alpes-MaritimesPhoto courtesy Jean-Claude Fayet / Vision Plus Production

Diffazur Piscines

Saint-Laurent-Du-Var, Alpes-Maritimes 

Decking Material: Stone

Pool Interior Finish: Plaster



Category: Pool Renovations | By Hucks Pool Company, Myrtle Beach, S.C.Category: Pool Renovations | By Hucks Pool Company, Myrtle Beach, S.C.Photo courtesy Melissa Hucks / Hucks Pool Company

Hucks Pool Company

Myrtle Beach, S.C. 

Decking Material: Travertine

Pool Interior Finish: Plaster



Category: Pool Renovations | By High-Tech Pools, North Olmsted, OhioCategory: Pool Renovations | By High-Tech Pools, North Olmsted, OhioPhoto courtesy Eric Hanson / Hanson Photography

High-Tech Pools

North Olmsted, Ohio 

Pool Interior Finish: Pebble Tec



Category: Pool Renovations | By Richardโ€™s Total Backyard Solutions, Houston, TexasCategory: Pool Renovations | By Richardโ€™s Total Backyard Solutions, Houston, TexasPhoto courtesy Luis Urdaneta / Cove Studio Productions

Richard's Total Backyard Solutions

Houston, Texas

Pool Interior Finish: Wet Edge



Category: Pool Renovations | By California Pools & Landscape, Chandler, Ariz.Category: Pool Renovations | By California Pools & Landscape, Chandler, Ariz.Photo courtesy Jon Hayward / California Pools & Landscape

California Pools & Landscape

Chandler, Ariz. 

Decking Material: Travertine Pavers

Pool Interior Finish: Pebble Tec



Category: Pools with Automatic Covers - Concrete | By Claffey Pools, Southlake, TexasCategory: Pools with Automatic Covers - Concrete | By Claffey Pools, Southlake, TexasPhoto courtesy Mike and Laura Farley / Farley Pool Designs

Claffey Pools

Southlake, Texas

Decking Material: Platino Limestone

Pool Interior Finish: Pebble Tec



Category: Pools with Automatic Covers - Concrete | By High-Tech Pools, North Olmsted, OhioCategory: Pools with Automatic Covers - Concrete | By High-Tech Pools, North Olmsted, OhioPhoto courtesy Eric Hanson / Hanson Photography

High-Tech Pools

North Olmsted, Ohio

Pool Interior Finish: Pebble Tec



Category: Pools with Automatic Covers - Concrete | By Claffey Pools, Southlake, TexasCategory: Pools with Automatic Covers - Concrete | By Claffey Pools, Southlake, TexasPhoto courtesy Jose Serrato / Serrato Photography

Claffey Pools

Southlake, Texas

Decking Material: Broom Concrete Acid Etch

Pool Interior Finish: Pebble Tec



Category: Recreation/Leisure Pools | By Hucks Pool Company, Myrtle Beach, S.C.Category: Recreation/Leisure Pools | By Hucks Pool Company, Myrtle Beach, S.C.Photo courtesy Melissa Hucks / Hucks Pool Company

Hucks Pool Company

Myrtle Beach, S.C. 

Decking Material: Frontier Desert Deck

Pool Interior Finish: Plaster



Category: Recreation/Leisure Pools | By Diffazur Piscines, Saint-Laurent-Du-Var, Alpes-MaritimesCategory: Recreation/Leisure Pools | By Diffazur Piscines, Saint-Laurent-Du-Var, Alpes-MaritimesPhoto courtesy Jean-Claude Fayet / Vision Plus Production

Diffazur Piscines

Saint-Laurent-Du-Var, Alpes-Maritimes

Decking Material: Stone

Pool Interior Finish: Plaster



Category: Standalone Spas | By Harold Leidner Landscape Architects, Carrollton, TexasCategory: Standalone Spas | By Harold Leidner Landscape Architects, Carrollton, TexasPhoto courtesy Jimi Smith Photography

Harold Leidner Landscape Architects

Carrollton, Texas 

Decking Material: Lueder Limestone | Artificial Turf



Category: Spas Built in Conjunction With Swimming Pools | By Claffey Pools, Southlake, TexasCategory: Spas Built in Conjunction With Swimming Pools | By Claffey Pools, Southlake, TexasPhoto courtesy Mike and Trey Farley / Farley Pool Designs

Claffey Pools

Southlake, Texas 

Decking Material: Platinum Brushed Limestone

Pool Interior Finish: Pebble Tec



Category: Spas Built in Conjunction with Swimming Pools | By California Pools & Landscape, Chandler, Ariz.Category: Spas Built in Conjunction with Swimming Pools | By California Pools & Landscape, Chandler, Ariz.Photo courtesy Jon Mouer / W. Scott Mitchell Photography

California Pools & Landscape

Chandler, Ariz. 

Decking Material: Travertine Pavers

Pool Interior Finish: Pebble Tec



Category: Residential Water Features | By Superior Pools of Southwest Florida, Port Charlotte, Fla.Category: Residential Water Features | By Superior Pools of Southwest Florida, Port Charlotte, Fla.Photo courtesy Superior Pools of Southwest Florida, Inc.

Superior Pools of Southwest Florida

Port Charlotte, Fla. 

Decking Material: Premium Select Talya Grey Light Marble Deck - French Pattern

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