Create Your Ideal Backyard
Custom Pool Features & Upgrades
When you build a pool with Gulfstream Pools & Spas in Tampa, you’re not just getting a swimming pool but creating a complete outdoor experience with standout pool features. Also, every new pool we build includes a standard package featuring high-quality construction, durable decking, waterline tile, and a beautiful PebbleTec finish.
Pool features are enhancements and design upgrades that add even more comfort, style, and personality to your backyard oasis. The following are just a few of the custom features you can include in your new pool design:
- Custom Outdoor Kitchens
- Fire & Water Features
- Fire Pits & Fireplaces
- LED Color-Changing Lighting
- Pergolas & Shaded Areas
- Swim-Up Bars, Tables, & Seating
- Sun Shelves/Tanning Ledges
- Built-in Planters
Further enhance your pool design with custom features that fit your lifestyle.
Elevate your backyard with luxury features that add ambiance, atmosphere, and functionality.
Custom Outdoor Kitchens for Poolside Eats
Imagine enjoying your new pool while entertaining guests in your very own outdoor kitchen! Gulfstream Pools & Spas can design and install a fully customized kitchen along with your new pool construction.Â
Furthermore, you can choose from a variety of built-in features, including grills, storage areas, counters, sinks, and more, to perfectly match your outdoor space.
An outdoor kitchen from Gulfstream Pools & Spas includes perks such as:
- Tailored layouts to fit your pool design and lifestyle
- Built-in grills, sinks, and prep stations available
- Integrated storage and seating options
- Custom countertops to match your outdoor décor
All in all, building an outdoor kitchen around your pool creates the ultimate space for entertaining and relaxation.
Eye-Catching Fire & Water Features
Bring your pool area further to life with Pentair fire and water pool features that add beauty, movement, and ambiance. Whether you prefer the soothing sound of cascading waterfalls or the striking look of glowing fire bowls, these upgrades create a resort-style atmosphere right in your backyard.
Create unforgettable water & fire effects with any of the following:
- Fountains
- Fire bowls, pots
- Waterfalls & grottos
- Spillovers & spa overflows
- Deck jets, & sheer descents
- Rain curtains & water walls
- Water & fire combos
- Linear fire features
- Decorative flames
- Bubblers
Transform your backyard into a stunning retreat with the power of fire and water.
Get Cozy with Backyard Fire Pits & Fireplaces
For cozy evenings spent outdoors, a custom fire feature adds warmth, beauty, and function to your pool deck. Perfect for gathering with family or entertaining guests, these features are often built directly into the deck design during your new pool construction.
We offer two stunning options to warm up your outdoor gatherings:
Fire Pits
Fire pits provide an informal, 360-degree gathering spot perfect for conversation, family gatherings, roasting marshmallows, and more, even when it’s chilly outside.
They are also available in a range of styles and finishes to complement your pool and surrounding landscape. They can be:
- Designed to match your pool’s aesthetic
- Built with durable, heat-resistant materials
- Gas or propane-fueled
- A focal point to your outdoor design
Backyard Fireplaces
Our custom backyard fireplaces offer a grand yet intimate atmosphere. Additionally, the fireplace serves as an architectural centerpiece, providing cozy heat and transforming your space into an inviting outdoor living room ambiance.
A custom fireplace offers benefits such as:
- Year-round use and better protection from wind
- A classic or modern aesthetic, built with durable stone or brick masonry
- A permanent structure that can increase your home’s value
- Options for gas or wood-burning setups
Complete your pool area with a custom fire pit or fireplace built for comfort, beauty, and lasting connection.
Illuminate Your Nights with Premium Pool Lighting
Every new pool comes with basic lighting, but with an upgrade, you can make your backyard glow. Pentair LED lighting systems bring your pool to life.
You can also add architectural or landscape lighting to highlight your outdoor kitchen, deck, and pool features, as well as illuminate your space after sunset.
With lighting upgrades, you can enjoy:
- Color-changing lights for different moods
- Architectural lighting to accent your backyard design
- Energy-efficient and long-lasting options
- Smart controls for easy lighting adjustments
Illuminate your pool and outdoor space with premium lighting from Gulfstream Pools & Spas in Tampa.
Swim-Up Bars for Fun in the Water
A swim-up bar is one of the most exciting upgrades you can add to your pool build. Seamlessly blending form and function, it allows you to enjoy refreshments even more without ever leaving the water.Â
While perfect for entertaining or unwinding, this feature brings the feel of a high-end resort directly to your backyard.
With a swim-up bar, you’ll also enjoy:
- Built-in seating and countertop design
- Convenient and fun for entertaining guests
- Durable materials for long-lasting use
- Customizable shapes and finishes
Add a swim-up bar to your pool design so that you can enjoy luxury, style, and the ultimate entertainment space.
Additional Pool Feature Options
In addition to the upgrades mentioned above, Gulfstream Pools & Spas offers numerous other ways to enhance your custom pool design. Our team will incorporate every detail to bring your vision to life!
Popular options include the following:
- Pergolas for shade and style
- Built-in planters for greenery
- Custom seating or lounge areas
- Sun shelves (tanning ledges) for shallow lounging spaces
Collaborate with our design team to select the ideal combination of pool features that complements your new pool build.