Our Philosophy

Yes!! Our expert design and construction team can work with even the most challenging properties. You’ll be surprised by our innovative solutions that can turn your dreams into a beautiful backyard escape. Before you give up on your impossibly small yard or hillside location, call us for design advi...

How much work is involved in owning and caring for a swimming pool?  In the past, pool maintenance was more of a chore. But with today’s technology and conveniences, owning a swimming pool is easier than owning a car!  Automatic pool cleaners, pre-programmed filtration and heating, as well as variou...

When considering having a pool built in your backyard, hiring the right builder can be a challenge. Here are a few things to consider in determining the best fit: What is the company’s experience and skill level? Do they have a competent, professional team? Is the company in good standing wi...

Technology is changing at an unprecedented rate, and swimming pools are no exception. Automatic cleaning systems, innovative water treatment options, LED lighting, automated pool control systems, spa products, waterfalls and many other options are now available to make your pool easier to maintain a...

Each property has unique features that should be considered when your pool is being designed. So does your family! At your request, a design expert from Design Pool & Spa will meet with you at your home to discuss your pool needs and desires. He or she will ask you how you intend to use your pool. I...

A Pool in the Winter? 5 Reasons why Winter is a Great Time to Build While cold weather may not inspire you to think about swimming outdoors, winter is the ideal time to buy a pool. (Yes – we can build year round, even here in Upstate New York.) Here are five great reasons to build a pool during t...

Ducks are cute – but they don’t belong in your pool. There are three really good reasons to try to keep them out. It will harm the ducks. Drinking large amounts of pool water can damage their kidneys. Duck droppings can contain harmful bacteria. According to the Center for Disease Control, m...

Have you purchased a washing machine or refrigerator lately? It’s frustrating to find shoddy parts and weak construction. Things you could once count on to last 20 years now only last 7 or 8. As the saying goes, “they don’t make them like they used to.” So, when people ask me why we build gunite...

What’s most important to you? If you’re like many of the wonderful clients we’ve worked with over the years, your list looks like this: Family Friends Health and relaxation Beauty and tranquility How do we know this?  Because these are the same reasons our clients decide to build cu...

“The details are not the details. They make the design.” – Charles Eames