MARQUISE POOLS

MASTERING THE ART OF OUTDOOR LIVING

For more than two decades, Marquise Pools has been redefining what luxury outdoor living means in Houston and beyond. Recognized as one of the premier pool builders in the region, the firm’s work is less about “construction” and more about artistry—meticulously curated aquatic environments that serve as extensions of their clients’ homes and lifestyles.“We don’t design just a pool,” explains President and Designer Chris Smith, ASLA. “We design an outdoor experience—a living space that is as beautiful as it is functional, and as timeless as it is innovative.”

An elegant resort escape at home—this design features a dramatic rain curtain flowing beneath the bridge, a luxe raised spa, and multiple lounge spaces for seamless indoor–outdoor living.

A Master-Planned Approach

What sets Marquise Pools apart is its master-planning philosophy. Each project is approached holistically, blending water, landscape, architecture, and lifestyle into one seamless environment. From initial sketches to the final tile, Marquise ensures that every element—plantings, lighting, decking, and furnishings—feels intentional and integrated.This philosophy stems from Smith’s rare blend of credentials. With a bachelor of landscape architecture from LSU, an associate degree in horticulture from Oklahoma State University, and a State of Texas Landscape Architect License, he brings an architect’s precision and a horticulturalist’s sensitivity to outdoor living. Weekly studio sessions with the design team keep creative energy flowing and ensure every project benefits from fresh, collaborative vision.

By night, the design transforms into a private resort—glowing water features, a custom putting green, and ample lounge areas create the perfect backdrop for gathering or unwinding.

The Design Team

Marquise’s award-winning results are fueled by a talented team of designers and craftsmen. Michelle Easton, who brings an interior design sensibility to outdoor transitions, expand the firm’s design vocabulary. On the ground, Greg Watson manages construction with more than 20 years of experience and over a thousand completed pools to his credit.“Flawless execution is our goal,” notes Watson. “When details are precise and craftsmanship is uncompromised, the final product isn’t just a pool—it’s an outdoor destination.”

An oversized 360° spillover spa and expansive tanning ledge anchor this grand design, complemented by towering palms and a poolside pavilion that bring resort-style luxury home.

The Marquise Signature

Each Marquise pool is distinctive, but they share common DNA: bold design, elevated finishes, and a commitment to longevity. Clients are guided through an immersive design process that includes 3D modeling, CAD drawings, and in-house landscape architecture—tools that allow them to visualize not just a pool, but an entire lifestyle.Outdoor kitchens, living spaces, fire features, and entertainment zones often accompany the pools, creating true resort-style escapes at home. “We want our clients to walk outside and feel transported,” says Smith. “Whether that means a serene garden courtyard or a vibrant family hub, we tailor every project to the people who will live in it.”

Framed by towering palms and curved stonework, the freeform pool creates a tropical centerpiece, blending relaxation and luxury with every detail.

Trusted and Recognized

Accredited by the Better Business Bureau since 2002 with an A+ rating, Marquise Pools backs its artistry with trust and warranties that include lifetime gunite shell coverage and five-year masonry guarantees. Clients repeatedly note the firm’s ability to “think outside the box” and deliver results that surprise and delight. As one homeowner shared: “Chris is an absolute artist. They transformed our backyard into something we didn’t even know was possible.”

From the soothing spa to the playful fountains, every corner of this courtyard design is crafted for both beauty and connection.

Where Luxury Meets Lifestyle

For Marquise Pools, luxury is not defined by excess but by intention—design that elevates the way people live outdoors. Each project embodies the firm’s guiding principle: pools are not stand-alone features, but the centerpiece of a carefully orchestrated outdoor living masterpiece.As Smith summarizes, “Our role is to transform a vision into reality—creating places where memories are made, beauty surrounds, and life flows effortlessly between indoors and out.”