Design Process
The Ventana Landscape & Pool Design Experience
Experience a seamless backyard transformation with Ventana Outdoor Living. Our week-by-week guide pulls back the curtain on our luxury landscape and pool design process, showcasing how we blend innovative architecture with meticulous craftsmanship.
Whether you are looking for a custom swimming pool installation or a complete outdoor living renovation, our expert team ensures a transparent, stress-free journey. From the first sketch to the final stone, we prioritize your vision to create a stunning outdoor space that exceeds every expectation.
Expert Landscape Consultation
Duration: 1–2 hour
- Meet with our senior landscape designer at your home, our office, or via Zoom to conduct a site assessment and provide professional feedback on design flow, spatial planning, and aesthetic options.
- To initiate the design phase, a $500 deposit is required, 100% of which is credited toward your construction costs.
Custom 3D Landscape Design
Duration: 7–15 Days
- See your vision before we break ground. Our experts create a custom 3D landscape rendering and a comprehensive project proposal tailored to your specific site conditions and lifestyle preferences.
Material Selection & Curation
Duration: 1–2 Days
- Personalize your project during a dedicated selection appointment. Choose from premium pavers, stone, and finishes. You can follow our designer’s curated recommendations or hand-pick materials that match your unique style.
Proposal Acceptance
Duration: 1–2 Days
- Once you approve the preliminary design and budget, we finalize the paperwork. A formal signature and deposit secure your spot on our construction calendar, moving your project from the “dream” phase to “execution.”
Technical Drafting & Site Planning
Duration: 10–15 Days
- Our team moves into detailed technical drafting. We develop meticulous construction plans and site maps required for structural integrity and regulatory compliance, ensuring every measurement is precise.
Permitting & HOA Management
Duration: 25–60 Days
- We handle the red tape so you don’t have to. Ventana Outdoor Living manages all HOA approvals and city/county permitting. While timelines vary by municipality, we streamline the submission process to ensure full regulatory compliance.
Professional Construction & Build
Duration: 15–90+ Days
- The build begins. Our crews execute the design with precision. While construction timelines depend on the scope of work (pools, outdoor kitchens, or hardscaping), your designer will provide a tailored project schedule during your initial consultation to keep you informed every step of the way.
Construction process
The Ventana Landscape & Pool Construction Experience
Embark on a professional pool construction journey with Ventana Outdoor Living. From the first break of ground to the final water fill, our expert builders manage every technical phase of the project. We combine high-grade engineering with artisanal craftsmanship to deliver custom gunite pools and outdoor environments that stand the test of time.
Week 1 : Utility Marking & Site Layout
We initiate the Blue Stake process to identify and mark all existing underground utilities. Once the site is cleared, our team performs a precision layout to stake out the exact footprint of your new pool.
Week 2-5 : Excavation & Structural Framework
We coordinate the excavation, structural steel (rebar), plumbing, and electrical phases. Your dedicated Project Manager and Designer conduct frequent on-site inspections to ensure all trades are executing the plan with mathematical precision.
Week 6-8 : Pool Shell Installation
Following our successful first municipal inspection, we move to the Shotcrete phase. We install the high-strength concrete shell that forms the permanent structure of your swimming pool.
Week 9-12 : Masonry, Coping, and Equipment Sets
This is the aesthetic transformation phase. We install your waterline tile, pool coping, and custom hardscaping. Simultaneously, our technicians set the pool equipment and finalize the electrical connections for your pumps and heaters.
Week 12-14 : Safety Barriers & Interior Finish
We install all required safety barriers (fencing/alarms) to pass the final inspection. Once cleared, we apply the PebbleTec® interior finish, providing your pool with its final, durable texture.
Week 14-15 : Water Fill, Start-Up & Orientation
The finish line! We fill the pool, activate the filtration systems, and balance the water chemistry. We conclude with a final project walkthrough and a personal orientation to teach you how to operate and maintain your new backyard oasis.
