Pinnacle Awards 2025

Desert Framed View

With its striking concrete aperture framing mountain vistas, this Palm Springs pool combines an infinity edge, sculptural lines, and desert landscaping into a dramatic architectural centerpiece.

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Melos Pools & Outdoors
Studio AR&D Architects
HJH Construction Inc
Huber Design

Chic Transparency

This Dallas design features plexiglass panels, floating reflections, and a seamless infinity edge, creating a glowing nighttime sculpture and daytime retreat integrated with home, landscape, and art.

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Pool Environments, Inc.

Desert Glow

A hillside rebuild shines with an all-tile pool interior, hydrotherapy spa, and precision masonry, reflecting Scottsdale’s skyline and desert surroundings with vibrant, shimmering detail.

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Pivot Custom Pools
Oceanside Glass Tlle
Paragon Custom Homes

Skyline Drama

Built on a ridge, this Fort Worth pool features a glowing Texas A&M logo, vanishing edge, and panoramic skyline views, merging precision engineering and spirited creativity.

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Pool Environments, Inc

Seamless Luxury Illusion

This zero-edge pool and spa in Orange County, California, has a concealed basin and waterfall features blending modern serenity and natural elegance.

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Calimingo Pools

Radiant Desert Living

Black-tiled negative-edge pool, sunken fire lounge, and gold-tiled spa anchor this Scottsdale design, where cabanas, water features, and curated vignettes deliver a luminous, year-round desert retreat.

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Creative Environments
Toll Brothers

Geometric Harmony

Anchored by a bold shade structure, this Queen Creek, Arizona, retreat balances linear water features, fire elements, and curated patios, showcasing thoughtful rhythm, timeless design, and year-round usability.

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Creative Environments
Toll Brothers

Curved Innovation

Lautner-edge pool, rain curtain, and sculptural metalwork define this Arizona retreat, where circular geometry, fire lounge, and spa features merge technical precision with expressive creativity.

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Creative Environments
Toll Brothers

Circle of Design

Circular motifs guide movement through shaded structures, stepping stones, and an organic pool, where fire, kitchen, and lounge spaces merge into a playful, cohesive outdoor retreat.

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Creative Environments
Toll Brothers

Terraced Luxury

A challenging slope transformed into terraces with an infinity pool, outdoor kitchen, fire lounge, and putting green, this Leander retreat balances modern architecture, usability, and panoramic views.

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Creative Environments
Toll Brothers

Clifftop Aquatic Marvel

Two-tiered pool showcases dramatic vanishing edges, sunken fire lounge, underwater bar, and striking acrylic panel walls.

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Aquatic Consultants, Inc.
Ken Lindsteadt Architecture

Island Horizon Views

Vanishing edge, acrylic windows, fire bowls, and shallow lounging lead to soothing views over the sea on Moskito Island, BVI.

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Aquatic Consultants, Inc.
DSK Architects

Modern American Entertaining Retreat

Glass-tile pool, spa, kitchen pavilion and courts combine across levels to frame luxury, gathering, and seamless indoor-outdoor living.

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Ryan Hughes Design
SOLANA Outdoor Living

Perimeter Overflow Elegance

Floating pads, a raised acrylic spa, fire and fountain features, and lush landscaping anchor this Dallas retreat, merging architectural precision, energy-efficient systems, and refined modern comfort.

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DDLA Design
Pure Design
Marlin Landscape
Platinum Series Homes
Signature Illumination

Indoor-Outdoor Precision

Prism Vue by Ryan Hughes Design features a front pool with translucent glass tile and acrylic windows, enhanced by fire features, layered lounge decks, and precise architectural detailing for dramatic flair and seamless indoor-outdoor luxury living.

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Ryan Hughes Design
Mosaicist Inc.

Hillside Resort Luxury

Zero-edge spa, fire features, pavilion and sport court elevated on a hillside create a private resort feel.

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Westmod

Sculptural Escape

Water wall, floating pads, illuminated trees, and sleek fire features merge sculpture with outdoor livability.

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Westmod

Marble-Clad Statement

Raised marble edges, fire lounge, and refined spaces perfect for both intimate evenings and lively gatherings.

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Westmod

Timeless Hillside Elegance

Sapphire spa flows into sleek pool with floating pads, baja shelf and glowing LED lighting at dusk.

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Westmod

Daybed Dreaming

A 50’ x 28’ Boca Raton, Florida, pool with central spa, custom daybeds, and a dramatic fire bar creates a seamless resort-style retreat of luxury, artistry, and precision.

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Van Kirk Pools

Coastal Engineering Showcase

Monochrome stone and glass tile frame a hydraulically integrated pool and spa; lidar-guided placement, LED water effects, and a 14-foot fire feature deliver precision, drama, and coastal durability.

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Selah Pools

Artful Living

A glass mosaic spa, rolled-edge design, fire bowls, and curated art installations seamlessly integrate architecture and artistry into a striking waterfront environment.

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Mosaicist Inc.
Prestige Builders

Seaside Horizon

This Atlantic Beach, Florida, project features a vanishing-edge pool with a flush spa and sun shelf, maximizing dramatic ocean views and blending seamlessly into the coastal landscape.

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Clarkson Pools
James Dupree Architect

Layered Edge Masterpiece

Infinity and Lautner edges join a roofed perimeter spa and swim lane; a sheer wall and outdoor kitchen crown a complex, multi-phase build with efficient systems.

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Cascade Custom Pools
J.Brownlee Design Group

Forest Reflection

A vanishing edge mirrors surrounding trees while floating pads, a sunken spa, and sharp geometry transform the pool into a sculptural centerpiece blending modern architecture and natural serenity.

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Elite Outdoor Living

Lagoon Luxe: A Private Resort Experience

From a lazy river and island putting green to an outdoor theater, spa, and fire features, this Montgomery estate delivers the full private resort experience.

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Marquise Pool

The Château Escape

Symmetry, black Mexican beach pebble, and concealed drainage define this grand retreat, where a geometric pool, elevated spa, and formal terraces echo European grandeur with modern efficiency.

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Oasis Pools
NYA Pool Girl
Sandra Long Interiors

Gulf Front Estate

Featuring multiple entertainment zones, this estate turns the concept of a backyard into a private luxury resort. Mosaics and fossilized coral limestone infuse artistry and elegance into every detail.

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D’Asign Source
Coastal Source
Mosaicist Inc.

Florida Keys Oasis

Energy-efficient lighting, seamless outdoor audio, and lush palms define this Marathon retreat, where a glowing poolscape and rooftop deck merge sustainable technology with immersive coastal luxury.

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D’Asign Source
Coastal Source

Waterfront Wonder

An 88-foot cascading infinity pool with sun shelf loungers, hidden spa, and resort-style details anchors this estate, seamlessly blending alfresco dining, firepit gatherings, and yacht-side luxury living.

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Choeff Levy Fischman Architecture + Design
Aquablue Group
Aquatic Consultants, Inc.
Elite Waterworks

Cascading Luxury

A 35’x60’ cascading pool with sunken lounge, firepit, and cantilevered edge transforms this 14,500-square-foot Florida estate into a seamless indoor-outdoor resort masterpiece.

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Choeff Levy Fischman Architecture + Design
Aqua Escapes
KWD Landscape Architecture

Wellness by Design

Porcelain drives, cascading waterwalls, and curated courtyards define this Palm Beach estate, where a resort-style pool, flush spa, and sustainable features create a serene indoor-outdoor sanctuary.

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Affiniti Architects
Decorators Unlimited
Insite Studio
Stamm Development

Family Resort Living

This expansive design blends a grotto, koi pond, slide, and waterfall, merging playful water features with serene outdoor living to deliver a true family-friendly resort experience at home.

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Arkenau Landscaping
Duke Homes
EARTH Landscape Architecture
McGhee & Associates

Coastal Grandeur

This Siesta Key estate integrates a vast infinity-edge pool, spa, fountains, and raised terraces, showcasing energy-efficient systems, resilience against storms, and seamless harmony with waterfront architecture.

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Fox Pools Inc

Rainbow Skies

Glass-tile spa, fire-water wall, summer kitchen and custom pergolas fuse color, texture and style in compact space.

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Ikes Carter Pools

Performance and Precision

A 95-foot pool, Bulgari-inspired spa, and Ferrari-fueled vision join sports courts and cinematic gardens, transforming this estate into a striking blend of artistry, lifestyle, and performance.

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Ikes Carter Pools
Prestige Design Homes

Bayside Glow

A 65-by-35 Lautner-edge pool with dual acrylic windows pairs with a three-sided spillover spa, swim-up bar, and fire fountain to energize wellness-focused, open-air entertaining.

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J. Brownlee Design Group
Norris Property Solutions
Watermark Pools & Spa

Terraced Horizon

Curved Lautner-edge pool with spa, water lounge, and firepit terrace creates a striking composition that merges hillside architecture with expansive woodland and skyline views.

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J. Brownlee Design Group
Watermark Pool & Outdoor Living

Low Country Elegance

Terraced patios, spillover spa, swim-up cabana, and cross firepit frame sweeping lake views, blending New Orleans heritage with modern comfort in a Tennessee luxury getaway.

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J. Brownlee Design Group
Watermark Pool & Outdoor Living

Courtyard Statement

Blue-tiled sunshelves, a sunken pit with acrylic viewing panel, and fountain planters define this courtyard pool, where seamless indoor-outdoor transitions heighten social connection and sensory experience.

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Almar Jackson Pools, Inc.
Affiniti Architects
Insite Studio
Decorators Unlimited
Turtle Beach Construction

Seamless Precision

A sun shelf, sunken spa, infinity edge, and fountain basin flow together with concealed engineering, creating a pool that blends artistry, innovation, and family-friendly design.

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Outside Productions, Inc.
Kukk Architecture
BCB Homes

Entertaining in Style

This resort-style plan blends a linear pool, circular fire zones, and precisely planted palms. Open dining and lounge areas invite effortless outdoor entertaining.

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Enclave Luxury Outdoor Living

Summit Spectacle

Floating spa pads, perimeter overflow edges, and integrated rain curtains anchor this mountaintop retreat, where lap lane, pickleball, fire features, and automation showcase technical mastery and playful luxury.

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Cosgrove Custom Pools
Crossville Tile
Crystal Fountains
Great American
Pal Lighting
Paramount Pool & Spa Systems
Wetedge Technologies

Endless Aquatic Fun

A winding lazy river, custom slide tower, spa, and fire-lit lounge areas transform this expansive Houston backyard into a resort-style playground for family and friends.

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Regal Pools

Waterfront Elegance

This lakeside design pairs a vanishing-edge pool and spa with outdoor kitchen, fire lounge, and putting green, merging modern sophistication with tranquil waterfront living.

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Regal Pools

Southwest Luxe Escape

Clean lines and desert-inspired landscaping define this Texas retreat, where a vanishing-edge pool, floating pads, and fire lounge create an elegant yet inviting outdoor haven.

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Regal Pools

Desert Dreams

A reverse negative edge, hand-laid glass mosaic, submerged lounges, and swim-up bar define this Scottsdale estate, where fire, water, and desert views merge in resort-style luxury.

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Liquid Evolution Pools
Aspect Fine Homes
CF Design

Spanish Modern Glamour

A sunken bar, eight-foot rainfall water wall, geometric pool with Baja shelf, and a raised spa with fire features transform a typical yard into a glowing social destination.

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The Green Scene

Dynamic Family Retreat

A sleek pool, spa, and entertainment zones blend seamlessly with modern farmhouse architecture, using energy-efficient lighting, smart irrigation, and bold detailing to create a lively, sustainable outdoor escape.

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AquaTerra Outdoors

Immersive Integration

Custom stonework, cascading waterfalls, and smart automation unite with desert inspired design, delivering a pool experience that blends natural artistry, modern engineering, and seamless living.

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Presidential Pools & Spas