Plunge pools, Spools, Lounge Pools, Micro Pools, Cocktail Pools... call them what you like, they are the future of swimming pool design. Water conservation continues to make its way into the headlines for sustainable living and home design, and consumers are tasked with a host of "build this, not that" decisions to be made.
There are many types of small pools to choose from so how do you know which type is best for you? Here are some things to think about. The most common type of swimming pool is a traditional shotcrete or gunite pool. While this type of construction allows the most customization, it is also very easy for costs to spiral out of control. A challenge for builders and home owners alike, is that small pools do not offer the economy of scale required to make a project profitable, so the costs can tend to be higher, or projects can experience longer lead times because the big projects take precedence.
Another option for those seeking a small swimming pool is fiberglass. There are many designs available, as well as swim-spas. However these products either must be installed in ground for structural support, or if above ground require an exterior box or covering that may not be the most appealing addition to your backyard sanctuary.
Stainless Steel pools and spas are another type of small swimming pool and while they are lightweight and durable, the starting pricepoint is often prohibitive to the average homeowner.
The newest type of prefabricated small pool available is the precast concrete plunge pool. This technology gives consumers the best mix of options - durable, engineered, reinforced concrete construction allows in-ground, free-standing, or our favorite, the 3/4 inground install.
Not only that, because a large part of the overall construction process is handled at an offsite facility, selecting a precast concrete Vessel will shorten typical construction timelines. This is great for consumers who simply don't want to live in a construction zone, and for builders who are trying to manage multiple projects with limited labor crews. Everything is streamlined from design all the way to the opening pool party!
With standardization of sizes and offsite fabrication, new installation scenarios are now within reach for more consumers. In cold climate regions homeowners often want to include a plunge pool, soaking pool, or cold/hot plunge combo inside their home.
While traditional pool construction methods make indoor pools a major undertaking, our precast concrete technology and offsite assembly/fabrication allow for preplanning and scheduling so the pool can be easily inserted into a streamlined construction timeline.
So keep your eye out for our newest models and pool design ideas, coming soon!
