Pool & landscape builder in Irvine.

What we build in Irvine

We design efficient, high-impact outdoor spaces for Irvine homes, including plunge pools, spools, outdoor kitchens and fire features, and larger estate projects in hillside communities. See our Irvine pool and landscape gallery for an example.

Our services in Irvine: the complete property, custom pools & spas, pool reshaping & remodeling, landscape design, hardscape & outdoor living, planting & irrigation, landscape lighting, drainage, difficult sites & challenging access, large-scale & complex projects, craftsmanship and precision, 3d renderings, pool houses, balconies & decks, pedestal paving systems, artificial turf & putting greens, outdoor kitchens, fireplaces, fire features & fire pits, tennis & pickleball courts.

Planning your Irvine project

Requirements depend on the property, jurisdiction and scope. We begin with a site visit, then coordinate the relevant agency review and required submittals as the project develops.

Building permits

The City of Irvine issues building permits for pools, spas, walls, patio covers, gas and electrical work.

HOA review

Nearly every Irvine village has an HOA with architectural guidelines and an approval process. HOA approval usually comes first, and we prepare that submittal.

Compact lots

Many newer Irvine homes have small side and rear yards. Setbacks, easements and access for equipment affect the pool size and placement, so we check them at the site visit.

Fire hazard zones

Irvine is served by the Orange County Fire Authority. Hillside communities near open space may be in a mapped fire hazard zone.

Water provider

Irvine is served by Irvine Ranch Water District.

Pool safety (statewide)

When a building permit is issued for a new pool or spa, or to remodel one, at a single-family home, California generally requires at least two qualifying drowning-prevention features. Some two-feature combinations are prohibited, and local rules can add requirements. A qualifying locking safety cover provides a statutory exception for a hot tub or spa. We confirm the applicable combination and any exception with the permitting authority. Source ↗

Pool heating energy rules (statewide)

Since January 1, 2026, new pool heating installations must generally use a qualifying primary heat source, such as a heat pump or solar, under California’s 2025 Title 24 energy standards. Read our pool energy code FAQs.

Water-efficient landscapes (statewide)

New landscapes of 500 square feet or more, or rehabilitated landscapes of 2,500 square feet or more, that need a building permit, plan check or design review must meet California’s Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance (MWELO) or the local version of it. Source ↗

Do you build pools and landscapes in Irvine?

Yes. We design and build custom pools, spas and landscapes throughout Irvine. Irvine's villages and planned communities typically have detailed HOA architectural guidelines and approval processes, and many newer homes have compact backyards. We design efficient, high-impact outdoor spaces, including plunge pools, spools and outdoor kitchens, and handle the HOA and city approvals.

Sources and local agencies

• City of Irvine ↗
• Irvine Ranch Water District ↗
• CAL FIRE: Fire Hazard Severity Zone maps ↗

Local requirements can change. We review the current rules for the property address and proposed scope.