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Preparing for your 3D design review

Preparing for Your 3D Design Review

Professional Pool Company — Getting the Most Out of Your Custom Pool Design Experience

Your 3D design review is one of the most exciting parts of the pool-building process. It’s where you see your new backyard come to life in a realistic, interactive model built from your actual property survey. Preparing a few items in advance ensures we create a design that fits your needs, budget, and long-term vision.

This article explains exactly how to prepare and what to expect.


⭐ 1. Have Your Property Survey Ready

Your design is based directly on the dimensions of your property.

If we haven't received it yet, please send a copy of your:

  • Property survey (PDF or photo)
  • Plot plan from closing documents
  • Builder survey (if new construction)

Your survey allows us to:

✔ Confirm setbacks

✔ Verify pool placement

✔ Check access routes

✔ Avoid utilities & easements

✔ Map the design with exact dimensions

Accurate surveys = accurate designs.


⭐ 2. Gather Backyard Photos

Photos help us understand:

  • Sun exposure
  • Landscaping
  • Elevation changes
  • Sight lines
  • Existing patios or structures

Ideally, send:

  • 1 photo from back door facing the yard
  • 1 from each corner of the yard
  • 1 of the side-yard access
  • Any area where you want a feature (spa, sunshelf, pergola, etc.)


⭐ 3. Think About Your “Must-Haves”

Before your meeting, make a quick list of your top priorities. Good examples include:

  • Spa
  • Sunshelf
  • Waterfall or wall feature
  • LED lighting
  • Deep end or sport bottom
  • Bench seating
  • Fire bowls
  • Pergola or shade structure
  • Extended deck area
  • Outdoor kitchen (as part of layout planning)

Knowing what matters most helps us design with precision.


⭐ 4. Know Your Style Preferences

You can share any inspiration:

  • Instagram or Pinterest photos
  • Styles you like: modern, natural, tropical, resort, classic
  • Pool shapes: geometric, freeform, rectangular
  • Finish colors: light blue, dark lagoon, teal, grey
  • Decking options: pavers, travertine, brushed concrete

A few reference images go a long way in shaping your final design.


⭐ 5. Consider Who Will Use the Pool

Pools should be designed around real lifestyle needs. Share details like:

  • Kids or family swimmers
  • Entertaining large groups
  • Adults-only relaxation
  • Exercise or lap swimming
  • Rental or secondary home use

This helps us determine:

✔ Depth

✔ Seating

✔ Entry points

✔ Sunshelf size

✔ Deck layout

✔ Spa placement

✔ Lighting zones


⭐ 6. Have a Budget Range Ready

Knowing your general comfort zone helps us design something realistic from the start.

We can tailor:

  • Size
  • Features
  • Decking area
  • Material choices
  • Equipment upgrades

You don’t need an exact number — just a range.


⭐ 7. Understand the Flow of the Review Meeting

During your 3D review, we will:

  1. Walk you through your pool and backyard layout
  2. Show the pool from multiple angles and lighting conditions
  3. Review measurements, depth, steps, and seating
  4. Adjust shapes, sizes, and features in real time
  5. Discuss equipment selections
  6. Finalize the plan before engineering
  7. Prepare your detailed estimate

You’ll see your design on screen just as it will look in your backyard.


⭐ 8. Questions to Think About Before the Review

  • Do you prefer a deep end or a sport-depth pool?
  • Do you want a spa?
  • How much deck space do you need for furniture?
  • Do you prefer a modern or natural style?
  • How important is low maintenance to you?
  • Do you want water features or fire features?
  • Would you like automation or smart control?

Your answers guide the design direction.


⭐ 9. What Happens After Your 3D Review?

After the meeting:

✔ Any revisions requested will be completed

✔ Your final design will be prepared for engineering

✔ A full proposal & pricing breakdown will be provided

✔ Once approved, permitting begins

The design review is the foundation of the entire build — getting it right ensures a smooth project.


⭐ 10. Summary: A Well-Prepared Homeowner Gets a Better Design

To get the most value from your 3D design review:

  • Send your survey
  • Send photos
  • Know your must-haves
  • Gather inspiration
  • Think about how the pool will be used
  • Have a budget range
  • Bring questions

Preparation helps us build a design that’s accurate, beautiful, functional, and customized to your lifestyle.


⭐ Ready for Your 3D Review?

We’re excited to design your perfect backyard — your idea, our expertise.

👉 Send us your survey and photos to begin your 3D design.

Updated on: 28/11/2025

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