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2025 Awards of Excellence: Bronze Winners

Sep 23, 2025
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The Awards of Excellence celebrate the very best in pool and spa design, honoring projects that demonstrate outstanding creativity, technical expertise, and craftsmanship.

This year’s Bronze Award recipients represent a distinguished group of builders whose work exemplifies thoughtful design and exceptional execution. From refined residential retreats to striking commercial installations, these projects showcase the skill and dedication that define excellence in our industry.

Be sure to explore these award-winning projects, and stay tuned as we unveil the Merit winners later this month.

Modern luxury home with infinity pool, fire features, and white outdoor seating at duskCategory: VANISHING EDGE | By Burleson Pool Co., Scottsboro, Ala.Photo courtesy Jimi Smith Photography

Burleson Pool Co.

Scottsboro, Ala.

Automation: Jandy
Circulation Equipment: Jandy
Sanitizer: Jandy
Start-up Chemicals: Pool Season

Luxurious infinity pool at night with blue lighting, connected to modern house exteriorCategory: VANISHING EDGE | By Cody Pools, Round Rock, TexasPhoto courtesy Bruce Fluett

Cody Pools

Round Rock, Texas

Automation: Pentair
Circulation Equipment: Pentair
Sanitizer: Pentair

Modern backyard with swimming pool, palm trees, and covered outdoor living areaCategory: VANISHING EDGE | By Cody Pools, Round Rock, TexasPhoto courtesy Bruce Fluett

Cody Pools

Round Rock, Texas

Automation: Pentair
Circulation Equipment: Pentair
Sanitizer: Pentair

Luxurious backyard with multi-level swimming pool, rock waterfall, and Mediterranean-style homeCategory: VANISHING EDGE | By Platinum Pools - A CODY POOLS COMPANY, Houston, TexasPhoto courtesy Ambrose Shokunbi / Platinum Pools - A Cody Pools Company

Platinum Pools - A Cody Pools Company

Houston, Texas

Automation: Jandy
Circulation Equipment: Jandy
Sanitizer: Jandy

Modern rectangular swimming pool with reflective surface surrounded by green artificial turfCategory: VANISHING EDGE | By Platinum Pools - A CODY POOLS COMPANY, Houston, TexasPhoto courtesy Ambrose Shokunbi / Platinum Pools - A Cody Pools Company

Platinum Pools - A Cody Pools Company

Houston, Texas

Automation: Jandy
Circulation Equipment: Pentair
Sanitizer: Jandy

Luxurious infinity pool with gray lounge chairs, reflecting sunset over manicured lawnCategory: VANISHING EDGE | By Pool Environments, Plano, TexasPhoto courtesy Jason Moore / Jimi Smith Photography

Pool Environments

Plano, Texas

Automation: Pentair
Circulation Equipment: Pentair
Sanitizer: Paramount
Start-up Chemicals: Easy Care Products; Startup-Tec

Modern backyard pool with white lounge chairs, blue water, and woven privacy structureCategory: VANISHING EDGE | By Pool Environments, Plano, TexasPhoto courtesy Jason Moore / Jimi Smith Photography

Pool Environments

Plano, Texas

Automation: Pentair
Circulation Equipment: Pentair
Sanitizer: Paramount
Start-up Chemicals: Easy Care Products; Startup-Tec

Modern backyard with geometric swimming pool, green lawn, and outdoor seating areaCategory: VANISHING EDGE | By Pool Environments, Plano, TexasPhoto courtesy Jason Moore / Jimi Smith Photography

Pool Environments

Plano, Texas

Automation: Pentair
Circulation Equipment: Pentair
Start-up Chemicals: Easy Care Products; Startup-Tec

Infinity pool overlooking lush green trees with clear blue water and stone patioCategory: VANISHING EDGE | By Pool Environments, Plano, TexasPhoto courtesy Jimi Smith Photography

Pool Environments

Plano, Texas

Automation: Pentair
Circulation Equipment: Pentair
Start-up Chemicals: Easy Care Products; Startup-Tec

Sleek metallic curved sculpture emerging from reflective water feature in park-like settingCategory: VANISHING EDGE | By Pool Environments, Plano, TexasPhoto courtesy Jason Moore / Jimi Smith Photography

Pool Environments 

Plano, Texas

Automation: Pentair
Circulation Equipment: Pentair
Start-up Chemicals: Easy Care Products; Startup-Tec

Luxurious two-story coastal home with illuminated pool at twilight, surrounded by palm treesCategory: VANISHING EDGE | By CPS OUTDOORS, Miami Beach, Fla.Photo courtesy Albert Rodriguez / AR Visuals

CPS Outdoors

Miami Beach, Fla.

Automation: Jandy
Circulation Equipment: Jandy
Sanitizer: Jandy

Luxurious swimming pool with lounge chairs surrounded by lush green garden landscapeCategory: VANISHING EDGE | By Diffazur Piscines, Saint-Laurent-Du-Var, 
Alpes-MaritimesPhoto courtesy Jean-Claude Fayet / Vision Plus Production

Diffazur Piscines

Saint-Laurent-Du-Var, Alpes-Maritimes

Automation: Pentair
Circulation Equipment: Pentair
Sanitizer: Hayward
Start-up Chemicals: Ocedis

Modern white two-story house with blue infinity pool and landscaped backyard at twilightCategory: VANISHING EDGE | By Ryan Hughes Design, Tampa, Fla.Photo courtesy Kosta Arvanitakis; Ryan Hughes Design/Surroundings Group

Ryan Hughes Design

Tampa, Fla.

Modern barn-style house with blue swimming pool at sunset, featuring outdoor kitchen and landscaped yardCategory: VANISHING EDGE | By Paragon Pools, Houston, TexasPhoto courtesy Chris Allison / Engage Media Realty

Paragon Pools

Houston, Texas

Automation: Pentair
Circulation Equipment: Pentair
Start-up Chemicals: SCP Distributors

Luxurious backyard with illuminated pool, stone patio, and modern wooden house at nightCategory: VANISHING EDGE | By Pool Rx, Carrollton, Ga.Photo courtesy Tim McClain / McClain Photography

Pool Rx

Carrollton, Ga. 

Automation: Pentair
Circulation Equipment: Pentair
Start-up Chemicals: Orenda Technologies

Infinity pool overlooking desert mountains at sunset with fire featureCategory: VANISHING EDGE | By Morris Pools, Mesa, Ariz.Photo courtesy Ethan Cooper Photography

Morris Pools 

Mesa, Ariz. 

Automation: Hayward
Circulation Equipment: Hayward
Sanitizer: IPS Controllers
Start-up Chemicals: Orenda Technologies

Modern white and gray house with wooden accents reflected in a still infinity poolCategory: VANISHING EDGE | By Morris Pools, Mesa, Ariz.Photo courtesy Josh Hansbrough / Birdman Filmworks

Morris Pools

Mesa, Ariz. 

Automation: Hayward
Circulation Equipment: Hayward
Sanitizer: IPS Controllers
Start-up Chemicals: Orenda Technologies

Mint green beach house with infinity pool overlooking coastal grasslands and blue skyCategory: VANISHING EDGE | By Tipton Spires Design | Build, Seabrook, TexasPhoto courtesy Jimi Smith Photography

Tipton Spires Design | Build

Seabrook, Texas

Automation: Pentair
Circulation Equipment: Pentair
Start-up Chemicals: Easy Care Products: Startup-Tec

Modern swimming pool with geometric water features and landscaped backyard at sunsetCategory: Geometric | By AquaTerra Outdoors, Carrollton, TexasPhoto courtesy Jason Moore / Jimi Smith Photography

Aquaterra Outdoors

Carrollton, Texas

Automation: Pentair
Circulation Equipment: Pentair

Modern backyard with rectangular swimming pool, water feature, and landscaped grassCategory: Geometric | By AquaTerra Outdoors, Carrollton, TexasPhoto courtesy Jason Moore / Jimi Smith Photography

Aquaterra Outdoors

Carrollton, Texas

Automation: Pentair
Circulation Equipment: Pentair

Aerial view of luxury backyard with blue swimming pool, curved patio, and putting greenCategory: Geometric | By BMR Pool and Patio, Lewisville, TexasPhoto courtesy Landon Register / Lumex Productions

BMR Pool and Patio

Lewisville, Texas

Automation: Jandy
Circulation Equipment: Jandy
Sanitizer: Jandy
Start-up Chemicals: Texas Pool Supply

Aerial view of modern home with elaborate blue swimming pool and covered outdoor living areaCategory: Geometric | By Regal Pools, Tomball, TexasPhoto courtesy Mike Willcox

Regal Pools

Tomball, Texas

Automation: The Attendant by Poolside Tech
Circulation Equipment: Jandy
Start-up Chemicals: PoolRx

Nighttime luxury backyard with illuminated pool, palm trees, and outdoor kitchenCategory: Geometric | By Regal Pools, Spring, TexasPhoto courtesy Jason Moore / Jimi Smith Photography

Regal Pools

Spring, Texas

Automation: Jandy 
Circulation Equipment: A&A Manufacturing
Sanitizer: Jandy
Start-up Chemicals: POOLCORP

Luxurious backyard pool with blue water, wooden bench, and white Mediterranean-style houseCategory: Geometric | By Pool Environments, Plano, TexasPhoto courtesy Jason Moore / Jimi Smith Photography

Pool Environments

Plano, Texas

Automation: Pentair
Circulation Equipment: Pentair
Sanitizer: Paramount
Start-up Chemicals: Easy Care Products; Startup-Tec

Modern backyard swimming pool with white lounge chairs and decorative mosaic wallCategory: Geometric | By Pool Environments, Plano, TexasPhoto courtesy Jason Moore / Jimi Smith Photography

Pool Environments

Plano, Texas

Automation: Pentair
Circulation Equipment: Pentair
Start-up Chemicals: Easy Care Products; Startup-Tec

Aerial view of modern backyard with blue swimming pool, spa, and stone patio designCategory: Geometric | By Custom Pools of Lubbock, Lubbock, TexasPhoto courtesy Jimi Smith Photography

Custom Pools of Lubbock

Lubbock, Texas

Automation: Hayward
Circulation Equipment: Hayward
Sanitizer: Paramount
Start-up Chemicals: Easy Care Products; Startup-Tec

Luxurious backyard with illuminated swimming pool and modern pool house at nightCategory: Geometric | By Ryan Hughes Design, Tampa, Fla.Photo courtesy Kosta Arvanitakis; Ryan Hughes Design/Surroundings Group

Ryan Hughes Design

Tampa, Fla.

Modern white luxury home with infinity pool overlooking desert landscape at duskCategory: Geometric | By Ozzie Kraft Pool, Las Vegas, Nev.Photo courtesy Jimi Smith Photography

Ozzie Kraft Pools

Las Vegas, Nev.

Automation: Pentair
Circulation Equipment: Pentair
Start-up Chemicals: Orenda Technologies

Modern backyard pool with infinity edge and fire feature at sunsetCategory: Geometric | By Morris Pools, Mesa, Ariz.Photo courtesy Ethan Cooper Photography

Morris Pools

Mesa, Ariz. 

Automation: Hayward
Circulation Equipment: Hayward
Sanitizer: IPS Controllers
Start-up Chemicals: Orenda Technologies

Modern backyard with geometric swimming pool, white concrete deck, and orange chairsCategory: Geometric | By Green O' Aces Pools & Landscape, Las Vegas, Nev.Joey Franco & Jake Popek / PerXuade Marketing & Communications

Green O'Aces Pools & Landscape

Las Vegas, Nev.

Automation: Hayward
Circulation Equipment: Hayward
Start-up Chemicals: American Pools Spa

Illuminated backyard pool with water features and landscaped garden at nightCategory: Geometric | By Riverbend Sandler Pools, Plano, TexasPhoto courtesy Jose Serrano Photography

Riverbend Sandler Pools

Plano, Texas

Automation: Fluidra
Circulation Equipment: Sanitizer
Sanitizer: Fluidra
Start-up Chemicals: BioLab

Luxurious backyard with modern pool, stone features, fire bowls, and wooded landscape at duskCategory: Geometric | By J&M Pool Company, Senoia, Ga.Photo courtesy Aubrey Gall / Aubrey Alexander Photography

J&M Pool Company

Senoia, Ga. 

Automation: Hayward
Circulation Equipment: Hayward
Sanitizer: Hayward
Start-up Chemicals: Orenda Technologies

Sunset-lit infinity pool with stone features, white lounge chairs, and desert landscapingCategory: Geometric | By Liquid Evolution Pools, Scottsdale, Ariz.Photo courtesy Jimi Smith Photography

Liquid Evolution Pools

Scottsdale, Ariz. 

Automation: Pentair
Circulation Equipment: Pentair
Sanitizer: Del Ozone
Start-up Chemicals: Orenda Technologies

Elegant nighttime backyard pool with blue lighting, fire feature, and stone architectureCategory: Freeform | By Claffey Pools, Southlake, TexasPhoto courtesy Mike and Trey Farley; Farley Pool Designs

Claffey Pools

Southlake, Texas

Automation: Jandy
Circulation Equipment: Jandy
Sanitizer: Del Ozone
Start-up Chemicals: BioGuard

Luxurious backyard pool with blue water, rock features, and lounge chairs near a pondCategory: Freeform | By Monogram Custom Pools, Center Valley, PA.Photo courtesy Anthony Caciolo / Monogram Custom Pools

Monogram Custom Pools

Center Valley, Pa. 

Automation: Hayward
Circulation Equipment: Hayward
Sanitizer: Hayward
Start-up Chemicals: SCP Distributors

Luxurious resort swimming pool with blue water, palm trees, and white stone deckCategory: Freeform | By Superior Pools of Southwest Florida, Port Charlotte, Fla.Photo courtesy Hallie Harris / Sota Creative Photo

Superior Pools of Southwest Florida

Port Charlotte, Fla. 

Automation: Pentair
Circulation Equipment: Pentair
Sanitizer: Pentair
Start-up Chemicals: Orenda Technologies

Modern circular spa pool with white steps, surrounded by wooden fence and green landscapingCategory: Fiberglass Pools | By Aqua Technics Pools, Perth, Western AustraliaPhoto courtesy Patrick Boere

Aqua Technics Pools

Perth, Western Australia

Modern backyard swimming pool with water slide, waterfall features, and stone patioCategory: Vinyl-Lined Pools | By Outdoor Elements, Rock Valley, IowaPhoto courtesy Jason Moore / Jimi Smith Photography

Outdoor Elements

Rock Valley, Iowa

Automation: Jandy
Circulation Equipment: Jandy
Sanitizer: Jandy
Start-up Chemicals: ProTeam

Serene infinity pool reflecting trees and tranquil blue water at sunriseCategory: Elevated Pool and/or Spa Structure | By CA Pools, North Saanich, 
British ColumbiaPhoto courtesy Dave Noel / CA Pools

CA Pools

North Saanich, British Columbia

Automation: Jandy
Circulation Equipment: Jandy
Sanitizer: Jandy
Start-up Chemicals: Mursatt Chemicals

Luxurious backyard with geometric swimming pool, stone patio, and outdoor structures at sunsetCategory: Architectural Achievement | By Claffey Pools, Southlake, TexasPhoto courtesy Jose Serrato / Serrato Photos

Claffey Pools

Southlake, Texas

Automation: Fluidra - Jandy
Circulation Equipment: Pentair; A&A Manufacturing
Sanitizer: Del Ozone
Start-up Chemicals: BioGuard

Aerial view of blue guitar-shaped swimming pool with stone patio and landscapingCategory: Architectural Achievement | By JDO Pools & Spas, Kilmarnock, Va.Photo courtesy Jimi Smith Photography

JDO Pools & Spas

Kilmarnock, Va. 

Automation: The Attendant by Poolside Tech
Circulation Equipment: Hayward
Sanitizer: Hayward
Start-up Chemicals: Easy Care Products; Startup-Tec

Modern backyard with geometric swimming pool, spa, blue lounge chairs, and landscapingCategory: Small Backyard Installations (less than 1500 sq. ft.) | By California Pools & Landscape, Chandler, Ariz.Photo courtesy Jon Hayward / California Pools & Landscape

California Pools & Landscape

Chandler, Ariz. 

Automation: Hayward
Circulation Equipment: Hayward

Modern curved swimming pool with wooden deck surrounded by green landscapingCategory: Small Backyard Installations (less than 1500 sq. ft.) | By Diffazur Piscines, Saint-Laurent-Du-Var, Alpes-MaritimesPhoto courtesy Jean-Claude Fayet / Vision Plus Production

Diffazur Piscines

Saint-Laurent-Du-Var, Alpes-Maritimes

Automation: Pentair
Circulation Equipment: Pentair
Sanitizer: Hayward
Start-up Chemicals: Ocedis

Modern backyard with swimming pool, waterfall feature, and outdoor seating areaCategory: Small Backyard Installations (less than 1500 sq. ft.) | By Third Coast Pools, Friendswood, TexasPhoto courtesy Camden Dean / Cam With a Cam

Third Coast Pools

Friendswood, Texas

Automation: Hayward
Circulation Equipment: Hayward
Start-up Chemicals: SCP Distributors

Modern backyard with geometric pool, fire feature, and pergola-style seating areaCategory: Small Backyard Installations (less than 1500 sq. ft.) | By Venture Custom Pools, Plano, TexasPhoto courtesy Premier Property Media

Venture Custom Pools

Plano, Texas

Automation: Hayward
Circulation Equipment: Hayward
Sanitizer: Hayward

Overhead view of modern backyard with rectangular pool, gray stone patio, and green landscapingCategory: Small Backyard Installations (less than 1500 sq. ft.) | By Supreme Pools and Spas, Spring, TexasPhoto courtesy Nick Fandino / Open House Photography

Supreme Pools and Spas

Spring, Texas

Automation: Jandy
Circulation Equipment: Jandy
Sanitizer: Jandy

Serene garden with rectangular swimming pool, white marble edges, green landscapingCategory: Pool Renovations | By Double B Design, Austin, TexasPhoto courtesy Jimi Smith Photography

Double B Design

Austin, Texas

Backyard swimming pool with spa, surrounded by manicured lawn and trees with landscape lightingCategory: Pool Renovations | By Paragon Pools, Houston, TexasPhoto courtesy Chris Allison / Engage Media Realty

Paragon Pools

Houston, Texas

Automation: Pentair
Circulation Equipment: Pentair
Start-up Chemicals: SCP Distributors

Aerial view of a luxurious white and blue geometric swimming pool with landscaped gardenCategory: Fun Features | By Custom Pools of Lubbock, Lubbock, TexasPhoto courtesy Jimi Smith Photography

Custom Pools of Lubbock

Lubbock, Texas

Automation: Hayward
Circulation Equipment: Hayward
Sanitizer: Paramount
Start-up Chemicals: Easy Care Products; Startup-Tec

Modern backyard with geometric swimming pool, spa, and tropical landscapingCategory: Fun Features | By East Coast Pools & Spas, Ormond Beach, Fla.Photo courtesy Ira Miller / Zomi Enterprises

East Coast Pools & Spas

Ormond Beach, Fla. 

Automation: Hayward
Circulation Equipment: Hayward

Infinity pool overlooking lush green valley and distant mountain rangesCategory: Pools with Automatic Covers | By Diffazur Piscines, Saint-Laurent-Du-Var, 
Alpes-MaritimesPhoto courtesy Jean-Claude Fayet / Vision Plus Production

Diffazur Piscines

Saint-Laurent-Du-Var, Alpes-Maritimes

Automation: Pentair
Circulation Equipment: Pentair
Sanitizer: Hayward
Start-up Chemicals: Ocedis

Modern backyard swimming pool with white lounge chairs, blue water, and evening lightingCategory: Pools with Automatic Covers | By JDO Pools & Spas, Kilmarnock, Va.Photo courtesy Jason Moore / Jimi Smith Photography

JDO Pools & Spas

Kilmarnock, Va. 

Automation: Hayward
Circulation Equipment: Hayward
Sanitizer: Hayward
Start-up Chemicals: Easy Care Products; Startup-Tec

Luxury resort pools overlooking tropical coastline with blue water and distant mountainsCategory: Commercial Pools | By Acuarium Piscinas & Spas, San José, Costa RicaPhoto courtesy Andrés García / Lachner Photography

Acuarium Piscinas & Spas

San José, Costa Rica

Automation: Pentair
Sanitizer: Pentair
Start-up Chemicals: Purax

Aerial view of modern community pool complex with R logoCategory: Commercial Pools | By California Pools & Landscape, Chandler, Ariz.Photo courtesy Jon Hayward / California Pools & Landscape

California Pools & Landscape

Chandler, Ariz. 

Automation: Hayward
Circulation Equipment: Hayward

Aerial view of vibrant water park with twisting colorful slides and blue swimming poolsCategory: Commercial 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

Automation: Pentair
Circulation Equipment: Pentair
Sanitizer: Hayward
Start-up Chemicals: Ocedis

Indoor aquatic center with teal water slides and blue geometric ceiling panelsCategory: Commercial Pools | By High-Tech Pools, North Olmsted, OhioPhoto courtesy Eric Hanson / Hanson Photographic

High-Tech Pools

North Olmsted, Ohio

Circulation Equipment: Jandy
Start-up Chemicals: Easy Care Products; Startup-Tec

Aerial view of outdoor swimming pool complex with lap pool and circular spa areaCategory: Commercial Pools | By Landmark Aquatic, Houston, TexasPhoto courtesy Jennifer Stevens / Landmark Aquatic

Landmark Aquatic

Houston, Texas

Automation: BECS Technology
Circulation Equipment: Neptune Benson
Start-up Chemicals: Westlake Water Solutions

Luxurious three-story beach house with pool, white balconies, and palm treesCategory: Spas Built in Conjunction with Swimming Pools | By Smart Pools, Ocean Isle Beach, N.C.Photo courtesy Andrew Spaugh / Kahuna Photo LLC

Smart Pools

Ocean Isle Beach, N.C.

Automation: Hayward
Circulation Equipment: Hayward
Start-up Chemicals: Easy Care Products; Beautec

Aerial view of white coastal home with turquoise pool, palm trees, and landscaped groundsCategory: Spas Built in Conjunction with Swimming Pools | By South Florida 
Custom Pools, Palm City, Fla.Photo courtesy Morgan Slack / South Florida Custom Pools

South Florida Custom Pools

Palm City, Fla. 

Automation: Jandy
Circulation Equipment: Jandy
Sanitizer: Jandy

Luxurious resort with illuminated swimming pool, palm trees, and modern buildings at twilightCategory: Spas Built in Conjunction with Swimming Pools | By Ike’s Carter Pools, Oakland Park, Fla.Photo courtesy Jimi Smith Photography

Ike's Carter Pools

Oakland Park, Fla. 

Automation: Jandy
Circulation Equipment: Jandy
Sanitizer: Jandy
Start-up Chemicals: Jandy

Aerial view of stone patio with blue swimming pool and circular seating areaCategory: Standalone Spas | By Rumo’s Pool and Spa, Atlanta, Ga.Photo courtesy Ruberson Oliveira / Rumo’s Pool and Spa

Rumo's Pool and Spa

Atlanta, Ga. 

Automation: Hayward
Circulation Equipment: Hayward

Backyard patio with pergola, hot tub, blue and gray Adirondack chairs, and landscaped yardCategory: Portable Hot Tubs | By Richard’s Total Backyard Solutions, Houston, TexasPhoto courtesy John Aguirre / Earth Scout LLC

Richard's Total Backyard Solutions

Houston, Texas

Hot Tub: Hot Spring
Start-up Chemicals: Freshwater

Modern building exterior with geometric landscaping, glass windows, and decorative water featureCategory: Water/Fire Features | By Claffey Pools, Southlake, TexasPhoto courtesy Jose Serrato / Serrato Photos

Claffey Pools 

Southlake, Texas

Automation: Fluidra - Jandy
Circulation Equipment: Pentair; A&A Manufacturing
Sanitizer: Del Ozone
Start-up Chemicals: BioGuard

Elegant outdoor fire fountain with flowing water, surrounded by landscaped greeneryCategory: Water/Fire Features | By Ozzie Kraft Pools, Las Vegas, Nev.Photo courtesy Jimi Smith Photography

Ozzie Kraft Pools

Las Vegas, Nev. 

Automation: Pentair
Circulation Equipment: Pentair
Start-up Chemicals: Orenda Technologies

Luxurious backyard pool with stone waterfall, red umbrellas, and lush forest backdropCategory: Water/Fire Features | By Pool Rx, Carrollton, Ga.Photo courtesy Tim McLain / McLain Photography

Pool Rx

Carrollton, Ga. 

Automation: Pentair
Circulation Equipment: Pentair
Start-up Chemicals: Orenda Technologies

Elegant white stone fountain with lion sculptures in formal garden settingCategory: Water/Fire Features | By Harold Leidner Landscape Architects, Carrollton, TexasPhoto courtesy Jennifer West / Harold Leidner Landscape Architects

Harold Leidner Landscape Architects

Carrollton, Texas

Automation: Pentair
Circulation Equipment: Pentair

Elegant Mediterranean villa with palm trees, fountain, and stone landscaping at twilightCategory: Water/Fire Features | By Harold Leidner Landscape Architects, Carrollton, TexasPhoto courtesy Jennifer West / Harold Leidner Landscape Architects

Harold Leidner Landscape Architects

Carrollton, Texas

Automation: Pentair
Circulation Equipment: Pentair

Modern backyard with swimming pool, fire pit, pergola, and palm trees at sunsetCategory: Water/Fire Features | By The Green Scene, Los Angeles, Calif.Photo courtesy Alana Bondy / The Green Scene

The Green Scene

Los Angeles, Calif.

Automation: Hayward
Circulation Equipment: Hayward
Start-up Chemicals: Jack's Magic

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