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OUR PROCESS

Designing and Building Your Backyard Resort

A clear process from first consultation to finished resort. Built around your vision, your property, and your timeline.

Our Pool Design & Construction Process

From first call to final walkthrough — here's exactly how it works.

01 1–2 weeks

Discovery

This conversation helps us understand the possibilities for your backyard resort.

  • Review your property and layout
  • Discuss your vision and design ideas
  • Establish build and add-on possibilities
  • Determine initial project direction
02 2–4 weeks

Design

The goal is to create a refined backyard resort design that fits both the client's and Waterscapes' standards.

  • Final layout and design concepts
  • Tile, water features, and the layout
  • Outdoor living specifications
  • Confirm long-term goals such as aesthetics or functionality
  • Review options for add-ons
03 1–3 weeks

Planning

Proper planning ensures the construction phase moves efficiently.

  • Final construction documents created
  • Finalize construction plans
  • Coordinate scheduling and timelines
  • Prepare the site for construction
  • Ensure every detail is ready for the build
04 6–12 weeks

Build

Pool construction begins according to plan with a focus on quality craft and uncompromising quality care consistency.

  • Site preparation and foundation
  • Gunite shell construction
  • Plumbing and electrical installation
  • Tile, coping, decking and finishing quality
05 Final Phase

Final Details & Completion

The result is a fully completed backyard resort designed for relaxing, entertaining, and enjoying well into your retirement years.

  • Final finish and detailing
  • Equipment testing and system checks
  • Walkthrough of all features and maintenance materials

Two Approaches to Custom Pool Design

Every project starts with our design process — the only difference is the scale of your project and the stage of detail involved.

STUDIO SERIES

Studio Series Pools

Refined, elegant pool designs for homeowners who want a beautiful backyard without the endless scope footprint.

$180,000 – $250,000

  • Fixed footprint design
  • Proven pool layouts
  • Focused project timelines
Learn About Studio Series

LEGACY SERIES

Legacy Series Pools

Expansive, resort-style builds with water features, spas, outdoor living, and custom structures for properties that demand the extraordinary.

$500,000+

  • Large-scale pool
  • Integrated spa
  • Full outdoor living
  • Top-of-line enhancements
Learn About Legacy Series

What Our Clients Say

Real Families. Real Resorts.

  • We feel Waterscapes consistently provides amongst the best service experience we have received from any company in any industry. A first rate, beautiful product delivered exactly the way they said it would, this team is incredibly responsive, kind and empathetic to any question. Every representative, every time.

    Craig, Nashville, TN
  • WITHOUT a doubt, the best pool contractor I have ever worked with. It was a complicated build with changes on-the-fly, but they were honest, ethical and fair from start to finish. For anyone looking for a high quality, honest company to build their backyard resort, I have no hesitation giving them a five star rating.

    Kevin Berg, Nashville, TN
  • Their all in-house crew, no subcontractors, handled everything start to finish, which made the process feel organized and consistent. The quality of the gunite pool construction and materials was outstanding. Every time I walk out my back door, it honestly feels like I'm stepping into a resort.

    Laurie Martin, Franklin, TN
  • We chose Waterscapes for their creative and thoughtful approach to collaborating with us on the perfect pool design that would blend with our natural surroundings. The finished product exceeded our expectations, so much so that we retained them for a second project. I wholeheartedly recommend this excellent company.

    Hubert Crouch, Nashville, TN
  • Their all in-house crew made the entire process incredibly smooth, on-time, and completely stress-free. The result is a stunning gunite pool that transformed our backyard into a true luxury resort. They delivered a masterpiece we'll enjoy for years to come, 5 stars all the way!

    Jay Gibbs, Franklin, TN
  • They built our custom infinity pool and delivered a true turnkey backyard resort. Their team handled everything: retaining wall, pool build, full outdoor kitchen, and complete landscaping. What we appreciated most was having one contractor and one team managing everything. Our only regret is not doing it sooner.

    Team ADCN, Brentwood, TN
  • Waterscapes Backyard Resorts is hands-down the best hardscape and pool contractor in Nashville. Lee and his team treated us like a million-dollar resort client. You can tell they have 50 years of experience, professional, clean, and executed the design perfectly.

    Carissa Reyes, Nashville, TN
  • From start to finish, the process was organized, professional, and completely customized to fit our home and lifestyle. The craftsmanship truly exceeded our expectations. Our pool feels like a private retreat right here in Middle Tennessee.

    Sarah Brinson, Nashville, TN
  • Working with Waterscapes Backyard Resort has been an exceptional experience from start to finish. The quality of their work truly sets them apart. I highly recommend Waterscapes to anyone considering a new pool project, you'll be in great hands.

    Diana Brinson, Nashville, TN
  • There's nothing better than trusting a team with your vision and knowing they're going to do it right. Waterscapes took what I had in mind and somehow made it even better. Austin was so easy to work with. 10/10, I wholeheartedly recommend Waterscapes Backyard Resorts!

    Caroline Heggeman, Nashville, TN
  • I'm a competitor and I can only say good things about this company. They don't deserve the bad reviews they've gotten at all. If we can't get to you, we'd definitely recommend Waterscapes to build your pool.

    Standing Stone Pools, Nashville, TN
  • Waterscapes has installed a number of pools for me. They are so easy to work with and offer a large selection of pool decking and tile finishes. Lee Seelig has built a great team of professionals to ensure every detail is finished to perfection, they are the only pool builder I would ever use.

    Thomas Edmondson, Nashville, TN
  • Finest pool builders & service in the area! They take great care of the clients & customers! Highly recommend!

    Tom Martin, Nashville, TN
  • We loved working with this team! Our pool was finished in June and we enjoyed a great first summer with it. The pool was start to finish in 8–10 weeks which was amazing! Thank you all for your hard work!

    Macy Brown, Nashville, TN
  • The entire team at Waterscapes Backyard Resorts are an absolute pleasure to work with, and they do beautiful work. Highly recommend, 10/10!

    Jeremy Bush, Nashville, TN
  • They put the needs of our family and the limitations of our home ahead of just trying to make a sale. They took the time to answer questions and provide a possible layout for our property. When the time comes, WBR will get our business!

    Josh Hellums, Nashville, TN
  • The two resort-style pools they built are absolutely beautiful and have completely elevated the feel of our community. The design, quality, and overall atmosphere are top-notch. Truly impressive work!

    Jon Walker, Canterbury, Nashville

Serving Nashville & Surrounding Areas

Where We Build

Serving All of Middle Tennessee

From Nashville to Williamson, Rutherford, Sumner, Wilson, and Maury counties, hover the map to explore our service areas.

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Schedule your free consultation today. We come to your property, understand your vision, and deliver a 3D rendering before you sign anything.