Designing your pool should feel exciting,not overwhelming. This is your chance to transform everyday life into something extraordinary. Whether you envision quiet mornings lounging on a tanning ledge, kids laughing as they race beneath a cascading waterfall, or evenings spent with friends around the warm glow of a fire bowl, your pool’s design sets the stage for how you’ll experience your outdoor space, season after season.
At Fountain Blue Pools, we understand that your backyard is more than just a landscape — it’s an extension of your lifestyle. With decades of experience crafting custom pools across Florida, we specialize in turning backyards into resort-style escapes tailored to how you want to live, relax, and entertain.
From elegant water features and integrated spas to ambient lighting and smart automation, the right pool elements can elevate your entire property. But with so many options, where should you start?
In this guide, we’ll walk you through the most popular and impactful pool features — and how to choose the ones that best match your vision, your space, and your goals.
Before you start adding waterfalls and lights, take a minute to imagine your perfect pool day.
Are you:
Your lifestyle, not just your budget should drive your design. Once you know how you’ll use your pool, the right features practically choose themselves.
There’s just something about moving water that feels luxurious.
From gentle trickles to dramatic cascades, water features bring your pool to life.
Our favorites:
💧 Pro tip: Our team at Fountain Blue Pools builds custom rock waterfalls that integrate perfectly with your pool’s shape and finish — no cookie-cutter designs here.
Fire and water? That’s pure drama. Adding fire elements creates a warm, inviting glow that pulls everyone together when the sun goes down.
Top picks:
🔥 Pair them with LED lighting, and your backyard instantly becomes the best “night out” in town — without leaving home.
When the sun sets, the right lighting turns your pool into a showpiece.
With Pentair LED systems, you can:
✨ Want a romantic evening swim? Set it to warm amber. Pool party? Go bold with blues and purples. It’s mood lighting, reimagined for the water.
Imagine lounging in just a few inches of water with a drink in hand. That’s a tanning ledge. It’s the ultimate blend of sun, comfort, and cool water.
Turn your pool into a stress-melting escape with an integrated spa. Add massage jets and a Jandy heater, and you’ve got an all-season retreat that’s just steps from your back door.
Modern pools practically run themselves. With systems from AquaCal and Jandy, you can adjust temperature, lights, and filtration from your phone.
No guesswork. No running outside in your towel. Just pure convenience.
Let’s be honest — no one dreams about pool maintenance.
That’s why the right features make all the difference.
Our essentials:
💦 Want total peace of mind? Our Intellitech Pro Weekly Cleaning Program keeps your pool clear, clean, and ready whenever you are.
Your pool should be part of a full backyard experience. Think beyond the water:
At Fountain Blue Pools, we design and build modular outdoor kitchens that make entertaining effortless — so your backyard feels like your favorite getaway spot.
Every feature adds something: beauty, comfort, or long-term value. When designed right, your pool becomes more than a luxury, it’s an investment in how you live, relax, and connect.
That’s why homeowners across South Florida from Parkland to Port St. Lucie trust Fountain Blue Pools for custom designs that feel like home, only better. Check out our gallery for more inspo ideas!
Let’s turn your backyard into the space everyone loves to be in.
📞 Call 561-971-0504 or go to our website to schedule your free consultation today.