By William Gunzburg, Owner of Kingfish Pools Inc. | Metairie, Louisiana If a pool could talk, it would probably ask for three things: a little shade, fewer leaves, and a personality upgrade. That’s where tanning ledges, water features, and slides come in. These aren’t just flashy add-ons—they’re the secret sauce that turns a basic hole...

Constructing a swimming pool is one of the most exciting upgrades that can be made to a residential property. It adds long-term value, enhances outdoor living, and creates a place for leisure and gathering. That said, the process is detailed and involves far more than digging a hole and filling it with water. Understanding what...

By William Gunzburg, Owner of Kingfish Pools Inc., Metairie, Louisiana When it comes to pool design, one feature that often doesn’t get enough attention is how people actually enter and exit the water. Custom pool steps and entryways do more than just look good — they play a major role in making a pool accessible,...

A swimming pool should be more than just a place to cool off in the summer—it should be a space that welcomes everyone. That includes children, older adults, individuals with mobility issues, and anyone who may feel less comfortable climbing into or out of a pool the traditional way. For that reason, custom steps and...

Not every backyard is meant to be defined by straight lines and sharp corners. Over the years, pool design has steadily shifted away from the standard rectangular blueprint and toward shapes that flow with the natural layout of the land. Freeform and organic-style pools have become the choice for homeowners looking to create something that...

When people think about building a pool, the first things that come to mind are shape, finish, tile selection, lighting, and water features. It’s easy to get caught up in the aesthetics. But beneath all that style lies the foundation of the pool’s long-term survival: drainage. In the pool construction world, drainage isn’t glamorous, but...