New Orleans Pool Builder: Your Guide to a Luxury, Climate‑Ready Backyard
Why hiring a New Orleans pool builder matters
Building in Southeast Louisiana is different. Our humid subtropical climate, heavy-rain events, high water table, and expansive clays demand details that most national builders overlook. A local, design‑build team understands:
Drainage: sizing overflows, deck slopes, channel drains, and yard regrading so intense storms don’t back up into the pool.
Soils & settlement: footing design, soil preparation, and, when appropriate, deepened beams or engineered solutions to reduce movement.
Hurricane readiness: equipment pad placement, secure gas/electrical, and wind‑wise layouts that protect your investment.
Tight lots & historic homes: optimizing courtyards and carriage‑way access without disturbing mature trees or masonry walls.
Louisiana Land Art blends structural know‑how with high‑end design so your pool looks incredible and performs for decades.
Our design‑build process
Site consultation & survey – We walk the property, confirm utilities, elevations, and drainage paths.
Concept & 3D renderings – Photorealistic visuals show your pool, spa, hardscape, and planting in daylight and night scenes.
Engineering & permitting – We coordinate stamped plans as required and handle permits with the appropriate parish/city.
Selections – Tile, plaster/pebble, coping, decking, lighting, and water/fire features—organized with clear allowances.
Construction management – You’ll get schedule updates, progress photos, and approvals through Buildertrend.
Startup & orientation – Water chemistry, automation apps, and a care plan tailored to your finish.
Pool types & materials we recommend in New Orleans
Gunite/shotcrete gives maximum design freedom and longevity. Pair it with:
Interior finish: Quartz or pebble aggregates for durability; darker tones warm faster and deepen color.
Waterline tile: Frost‑resistant porcelain or glass—timeless 2"x2" mosaics or modern large‑format.
Coping: Bullnose or straight‑edge travertine, dense limestones, or porcelain coping for clean lines.
Decking: Porcelain pavers on pedestal or sand‑set systems (stay cool, resist salt); natural stone with proper drainage base; or premium brushed concrete with decorative sawcuts.
Automation: App‑based control of pumps, heater, lights, spa modes, and water features.
Sanitization: Salt‑chlorine generation or advanced oxidation systems—sized for our heat and bather loads.
Design ideas that thrive here
Tanning ledge/Baja shelf with bubblers and umbrella sleeves for summer cooling.
Integrated spa with spillway—efficient, elegant, and ready year‑round.
Sheer descents & scuppers for white‑noise that masks street sound.
Fire + water features to extend shoulder seasons and add nighttime drama.
Courtyard pools with privacy planting, decorative brick or stucco walls, and custom iron gates.
Drainage, elevation, and durability
Deck pitches & drains: 1–2% away from structures into channel or area drains tied to legal discharge.
Overflow strategy: Hidden skimmer equalizers or slot overflows so storm surges don’t flood living areas.
Equipment pad: Elevated, well‑ventilated, and planned for service clearances.
Expansion joints: Properly placed between coping, deck, and structures to manage movement.
Landscape & lighting to finish the look
Planting palette (pool‑friendly): dwarf palmetto, irises, camellias, holly cultivars, flax lily, muhly grass, ligustrum topiary accents, citrus in planters. We avoid aggressive root systems too close to shells and prefer drip irrigation near decks.
Lighting: low‑glare, warm‑white LEDs; step lights on risers; uplights on palms or live oaks; and RGBW pool lighting for entertaining.
Maintenance & seasonal tips
Keep skimmers clear before/after storms; verify drains are flowing.
In freeze alerts, run the pump continuously or enable freeze‑protect.
For hurricanes: secure furniture, lower water a few inches if heavy rain is forecast, shut off power at the breaker if advised, and wait to rebalance water chemistry after the event.
Beyond the pool: complete outdoor living
We’re more than a New Orleans pool builder. Our team designs and constructs:
Outdoor kitchens & bars (gas, charcoal, pellet, pizza ovens)
Pergolas, pavilions, and pool houses
Fireplaces, fire bowls, and seating walls
Courtyard brickwork, travertine/porcelain terraces
Low‑maintenance synthetic turf play lawns
What working with Louisiana Land Art feels like
Single point of accountability from design through warranty
Transparent budgeting and change‑order control
Buildertrend client portal for schedule, messages, and approvals
Premium craftsmanship tailored to historic and modern homes alike
Ready to explore your backyard vision? Schedule a design consultation and we’ll prepare a concept plan, 3D renderings, and a detailed proposal.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to build?
From excavation to startup, a typical pool builds in 10–16 weeks, not including design, engineering, and permitting.
Do you handle permits and inspections?
Yes. We coordinate required permits and schedule inspections with the appropriate jurisdiction.
Can you fit a pool in a small courtyard?
Absolutely. We specialize in compact, elegant layouts with privacy walls, planters, and water features that maximize every square foot.
Salt or traditional chlorine?
Both work. Salt systems are popular for comfort and convenience; we size them for New Orleans heat to keep up with demand.
Do you offer service after the build?
We provide startup, owner training, and can connect you with trusted maintenance partners if you prefer full‑service care.