We're Serious about Custom Swimming Pool Design

Designing and building poolscapes is serious business, requiring real project management and construction expertise. For swimming pool and landscape design and construction, call the experts – Southview Design.

Southview works closely with reputable and experienced subcontractors to design and build comprehensive landscapes. We put all the landscaping pieces together, including grading and site planning, pool design, spa selection, custom-designed decks, fences, outdoor kitchens, pool houses, and more. Swimming pool landscaping projects leave little room for error and often involve thousands of details.

In ground patio swimming pool in Prior Lake MN

This luxurious swimming pool with paver decking is seamlessly integrated into the design of this custom lake home.

Pool house, hot tub, and natural stone patio and pool deck.

The hot tub is set in concrete rather than dropping a stand-alone tub into the space. It also has an auto-cover and Laurel stone coping to match the pool’s coping

swimming pool with bluestone, pool house, hydrangeas and grasses

Custom swimming pool design with bluestone and pool house.

round backyard swimming pool

Swimming pool with a custom shape is the main attraction in this resort-style backyard.

luxury backyard swimming pool and spa in Wayzata, MN

Infinity pool and hot tub overlooking Lake Minnetonka.

sunked hot tub and outdoor living room with bug screens and curtains

This outdoor spa and living room can be closed off with drop-down screens and curtains for privacy and protection.

backyard hot tub and swimming pool with dramatic blue lighting

This hot tub fits 6-8 people and gets a lot of use during the Minnesota winter.

Three Reasons to Start Now


Enjoy the Process

The journey from a concept to a final plan and budget takes time. If you start now, you can enjoy the process without feeling rushed.

Avoid Permit Delays

Many projects require permits to build. Don't waste your precious summer waiting for a permit. It's so frustrating!

Beat the Spring Rush

With your plan complete and permit in hand, you'll be ready to build ahead of the spring rush.


Winter is perfect for planning!
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Winter Planning is Smart Planning

Most landscaping projects take time to design and require building permits from cities, HOAs, and watershed districts. The process often takes several weeks, sometimes months. Start working with a designer or landscape architect on a detailed plan now. You'll beat the spring rush and avoid frustrating permitting delays. Call (651) 203-3000 to schedule a meeting.

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Step into Your Paradise

Designed for relaxation, recreation, and entertainment, backyard resorts feature amenities that provide a resort-like experience in the comfort of your own backyard. Typically, a swimming pool and spa are important pieces to bringing together the design. A backyard with a pool and spa is perfect for inviting friends and family to share in the moment, or for savoring it yourself as a well-deserved getaway! Like to dive deeper into our work? Don't miss these Swimming Pool Design Projects.

expansive backyard swimming pool in Eden Prairie

Night lighting adds to the ambiance of this backyard swimming pool landscape.

wayzata backyard pool and timber frame open pool house

Backyard swimming pool and pool house at twilight.

north woods style backyard hot tub with laminar jets and lighting

Laminar jets add an element of playful whimsy to this sunken hot tub.

Inver grove heights backyard plunge pool

This shallow plunge pool is fed by a waterfall and is perfect for lounging, staying cool, and listening to the sounds of the woods to relax.

backyard swimming pool landscaping with fire features and night lighting

Luxury swimming pool glows and shimmers against the twilight sky.

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