Beyond the “Basic Builder” Standard
In the Texas Hill Country, high-end homes deserve more than templated pool builds and cookie-cutter decks. At Flora & Gardens Design, we are landscape architects and custom pool designers who believe a pool should enhance the land—not fight it.
Whether you envision:
● An infinity edge pool overlooking the Hill Country horizon
● A naturalistic limestone lagoon built into a sloped lot
● A modern minimalist pool design that mirrors your architecture
● A zero-entry pool with curated native plantings
We design every project around the
unique topography, drainage, limestone composition, micro-climate, and views of your property. The result is a seamless poolscape that feels like it has always belonged to your land.
Integrated Poolscapes & Architectural Excellence
Integrated Design, Not Disjointed Parts
Say goodbye to the “concrete apron” pool look. We create integrated poolscapes that blend water, stone, and landscape into a single composition. Every boulder placement, coping edge, planting plan, and elevation decision is purposeful.
Built on Landscape Architecture Principles
From zero-level decks and retaining design to structural engineering for steep, sloped Hill Country lots, our pools are rooted in architecture and science. They are engineered to last, designed to elevate, and optimized for natural flow.
A Private Resort, Curated for You
This is more than a place to swim. It’s a destination—featuring:
● Artisan hardscapes (natural limestone, flagstone, crushed gravel paths)
● Liveable outdoor environments
● Custom planting design for culinary and native gardens
● Entertainment zones, fire elements, and water features
● Indoor-to-outdoor spatial harmony
Curated for the Texas Hill Country
Our Master Design Process
Step 1 — Site Analysis & Vision Alignment
We begin with the land. We assess drainage, limestone density, elevation shifts, soil conditions, sun angles, and sightlines while aligning your vision for a full outdoor
transformation.
Step 2 — Master-Planned Pool Design & Rendering
We create a cohesive outdoor master plan, not just a pool drawing.
Our renderings illustrate:
● How light dances on the water at golden hour
● How plantings frame the view
● How the pool elevation interacts with your home
● How your outdoor space flows as a livable extension of your interior**
Step 3 — White-Glove Build Management
We manage construction with meticulous oversight. Our white-glove project management ensures the finished environment matches the design with precision, structural integrity, and artistry.
Pool Design Services for Austin, Fredericksburg & Surrounding Hill Country Cities
Designing and building pools in Central Texas is unlike anywhere else. Between rocky limestone terrain, dramatic elevation changes, flash-flood drainage considerations, intense sun, and caliche soil, it takes a specialist to design something that is both stunning and sustainable.
We proudly serve:
Austin
FredericksburgDripping Springs
Lakeway
Bee Cave
Marble Falls
San Antonio
Spicewood
Johnson City
Wimberley
Kerrville & surrounding Texas Hill Country communities
Our pools are designed to thrive in the Hill Country climate, blend into native terrain, and elevate architectural home value.
Common Questions About Custom Pool Design in the Texas Hill Country
Find answers to common inquiries below. Reach out for more information.
What makes your pool design different from a traditional pool builder?
We are landscape architects first. We design pools as part of an integrated environment,
factoring in terrain, drainage, elevation, plant ecology, and architecture—not templates.
Do you build the pool or just design it?
We provide pool design services and manage the entire build process, ensuring design
accuracy through completion.
Can you design a pool for a steep or rocky lot?
Yes. Sloped, rocky, and limestone-heavy properties are our specialty. We engineer retaining design, elevation strategy, and structural considerations into every plan.
Do you include landscaping and hardscapes in the pool design?
Always. Our poolscapes include native and culinary planting plans, natural limestone or
flagstone elements, gravel or dirt pathways, and entertainment zones as part of the master design.
How long does the design process take?
Each project varies, but our process includes consultation → site analysis → renderings
→ revisions → build oversight to ensure excellence.
Ready to Build Your Private Oasis?
Skip the generic pool builders. Partner with a Texas Hill Country pool designer who curates destinations, not templates.
Contact Us Today
Reach out to us today to discuss your next project.
