Pool Bubblers: What Are They and Why Are They So Popular?
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Pool Bubblers: What Are They and Why Are They So Popular?

It’s often the little things that elevate a pool from beautiful to breathtaking. One of the most requested, and most Instagram-worthy, water features we see at Elevate Pools? Pool bubblers. These playful, elegant additions are more than just eye candy; they bring movement, light, and a luxurious sensory experience to your backyard paradise. If you’ve…

Small Pool Design Ideas: Make the Most of Limited Outdoor Space
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Small Pool Design Ideas: Make the Most of Limited Outdoor Space

When you think of luxury pools, you might picture sprawling backyards with grand waterfalls and oversized spas. But here’s the truth: these small pool design ideas can be just as stunning, and often even more impactful. Whether you’re working with a compact lot in Webster Groves or a hillside in Ladue, a thoughtfully designed pool…

The Ultimate Guide to Pool Shapes: Straight-Line, Freeform, and Classic Designs
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The Ultimate Guide to Pool Shapes: Straight-Line, Freeform, and Classic Designs

Discover the perfect pool style to bring your backyard vision to life. When it comes to designing a luxury inground pool, most homeowners start with a dream, but don’t always know how to turn that dream into a clear design direction. That’s where we come in. Your pool should be a natural extension of your…

The Big Appeal of Small Pools: Why Cocktail Pools Are Taking Over Backyards
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The Big Appeal of Small Pools: Why Cocktail Pools Are Taking Over Backyards

If you think bigger is always better when it comes to pools, it might be time to reconsider. In recent years, cocktail pools, also known as plunge pools, have taken center stage in backyard design, especially here in St. Louis. These smaller, stylish pools offer all the luxury and fun of a traditional pool, but…

Should I Get a Home Sauna? Your Outdoor Sauna Questions, Answered

Should I Get a Home Sauna? Your Outdoor Sauna Questions, Answered

There’s something undeniably luxurious about stepping out of a crystal-clear pool and into the soothing warmth of a sauna. More than just a trend, adding a sauna has become a strategic choice for homeowners looking to enhance their wellness routines and create year-round backyard sanctuaries. We’ll answer the top questions homeowners are asking about outdoor…

Adding Waterfalls & Fountains: Pool Water Features That Wow
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Adding Waterfalls & Fountains: Pool Water Features That Wow

There’s something unmistakably captivating about the sight and sound of water cascading into a pool. It invites relaxation, sparks conversation, and takes a backyard from “nice” to next-level. Whether you’re designing a brand-new pool or looking to enhance your existing one, adding custom water features like waterfalls and fountains can transform your outdoor space into…

Patio and Pergola Designs for Poolside
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Patio and Pergola Designs for Poolside

Creating the Ultimate Poolside Retreat A stunning pool is just the beginning of an incredible outdoor space. To truly transform your backyard into a luxurious retreat, you need the right patio and pergola design. These features don’t just add style—they create a functional, inviting environment where you can relax, entertain, and enjoy your pool to…

Landscape Design for Pools: The Best Hardscape Materials and Plants for Your Outdoor Oasis
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Landscape Design for Pools: The Best Hardscape Materials and Plants for Your Outdoor Oasis

Your inground swimming pool is not only an investment in your home, but it’s also an investment in the memories you will make in it and around it. Great landscape design for pools and hardscaping surrounding the area creates a more functional and enjoyable space. This comprehensive guide will cover what you need to know…

Can we still get a backyard pool built for next summer?
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Can we still get a backyard pool built for next summer?

That’s the first question many of our potential customers ask. So far, our answer has always been a definitive yes. At Elevate Pools, we are fortunate in that we have multiple crews who are ready and able to get to work on your outdoor oasis. But it’s also important to understand that the longer you…