San Francisco · Carmel · Malibu · Bay Area · Statewide
Natural Pool Design California
Award-winning natural pool and organic pool design for Northern and Southern California — remote consultation and on-site services available statewide.
California's Award-Winning Specialist
Why California is perfect
for natural pools
We have a particular connection to California. Our work has been recognised at the San Francisco Garden Show and the Carmel Garden Show twice — including a Special Innovation Award created specifically to recognise an approach that had no existing category.
Water Conservation
California's water conservation regulations are among the strictest in the US. Natural pools recirculate and filter water biologically — using significantly less water than conventional pools which require regular draining, backwashing and chemical treatment.
Year-Round Swimming
California's climate — particularly in Southern California, the Bay Area and the Carmel coast — allows for year-round pool use. Natural pools perform beautifully in warm climates.
Environmental Values
No chemicals. No chlorine. Living water filtered by aquatic plants and beneficial biology. For California homeowners who care about what goes into the land and their bodies, a natural pool is the only pool that makes sense.
Luxury Property Differentiation
In a market where luxury homes compete on outdoor living spaces, a hand-crafted natural pool designed by the International Water Artisan of the Year is a genuine differentiator. It photographs extraordinarily well and adds significant property value.
Design styles for California projects
Natural pool styles
Hybrid Style
Modern structure combined with naturalistic features. Geometric swim zones with planted wetland shelves. Bridges formal and informal.
Naturalistic Style
Free-form shapes, organic stonework, lush marginal planting. Perfect for properties that prioritise immersion in nature.
Modern Style
Clean geometry, defined edges, minimal plantings. Ideal for contemporary California homes and luxury estates.
Lake-Scale
Large-format natural pools or small lakes. For Napa Valley estates, Carmel ranches, and large hill-country properties.
How the design process works
All design work is completed remotely — no site visit required. On-site visits are available for Northern and Southern California projects on request.
A focused one-hour video session reviewing your site, goals and design vision. Send site photos, aerial views, measurements and any existing plans before the call. Your fee is credited in full toward your design package.
We confirm the appropriate design tier and fee. For California projects we also confirm whether an on-site visit would add value and provide a travel quote if so.
Full design developed remotely or with on-site input. All deliverables provided digitally in PDF and CAD formats — ready for your California contractor or landscape architect.
For projects in Northern California, the Bay Area, Carmel, Santa Cruz, Los Angeles and Southern California — on-site consultation and design review visits are available. Contact us to discuss.
California design packages
Natural pool design pricing
Every design begins with a paid consultation (€350, credited toward design). Final pricing confirmed following consultation. California-specific plant selection and water conservation compliant system design included in all tiers.
Tier 1
Technical Design Foundation
from €2,500
Build-ready technical documentation. Site plan, depth profiles, hydraulic schematic, pump sizing, electrical layout. Everything a licensed California contractor needs to build correctly.
- ✦ Site plan and pool layout
- ✦ Depth profiles and construction sections
- ✦ Hydraulic schematic — full plumbing
- ✦ Circulation and pump sizing
- ✦ Wetland dimensions and flow design
Tier 2
Signature Natural Pool Design
from €4,000
Full design with technical precision and aesthetic direction. California-appropriate plant selection, water conservation compliant system, complete build-ready package.
- ✦ Everything in Tier 1, plus:
- ✦ Concept master plan and spatial layout
- ✦ Material and finish recommendations
- ✦ Equipment specification
- ✦ CA-specific plant strategy
- ✦ Conceptual visuals
Tier 3
Masterwork Design & Stewardship
from $7,500
For landmark California projects. Advanced design with active stewardship during construction. 3D renders, contractor coordination, design integrity protected throughout the build.
- ✦ Everything in Tier 2, plus:
- ✦ 3D renders and perspective views
- ✦ Builder-grade material quantities
- ✦ Design stewardship during construction
- ✦ On-site visit option for CA projects
Frequently asked questions
Do you design natural pools for projects in California?
Yes — we offer both remote design services and on-site consultation for California projects. We have particular experience with Northern California and have been recognised at the San Francisco Garden Show and the Carmel Garden Show.
Can a California contractor build from your designs?
Yes. Our design documentation is contractor-independent and written to be followed by any licensed California pool contractor or landscape architect. We are happy to liaise directly with your contractor during the design phase.
Do natural pools comply with California water conservation regulations?
Natural pools use significantly less water than conventional pools — no regular draining, no backwashing, no chemical treatment that requires water replacement. They are well aligned with California's water conservation ethos.
How does payment work?
All consultations and design packages are paid securely online via Stripe. We accept all major credit and debit cards, Apple Pay and Google Pay.
Ready to start your California project?
Book a design consultation
— €350
Named International Water Artisan of the Year 2025. Recognised at the San Francisco and Carmel Garden Shows. Available for remote consultation and on-site visits throughout California. Your consultation fee is credited in full toward your design package.
Schedule & Pay — €350 →Available worldwide · Appointments within 48–72 hours