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address: "Denver, Colorado 80109, United States"
latitude: 39.3643
longitude: -104.9014
phone: "(702) 726-0460"
website: http://www.inspiredpools.com
rating: 5
review_count: 3
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followers: 21
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# Inspired Pools and Watershapes

Original Houzz profile: [Inspired Pools and Watershapes](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/swimming-pool-builders/inspired-pools-and-watershapes-pfvwus-pf~1042150912)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Swimming Pool Builders
- **Location:** Denver, CO
- **Serves:** Castle Rock, Parker, Littleton, Castle Pines, Castle Pines North, The Pinery, Roxborough Park, Perry Park, Louviers, Larkspur, Franktown, Sedalia
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (3 reviews)
- **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2017), for Service.

## About

### Houzz Badges

- 100 Ideabook Saves

Inspired Pools and Watershapes is a full service custom swimming pool, spa, water feature design and construction company serving the Denver metro area and the Front Range communities.  We offer the highest level of design, consultation and construction service for your watershape project.  Our design and consultation services are provided worldwide.  Swimming pool construction projects are completed in Denver Colorado metro area, Rocky Mountain region and Las Vegas Nevada.

We specialize in unique, personalized and visually stunning one of a kind custom swimming pool design.  Our virtual reality 3D modeling capabilities allow you to take a life like walk through your project before a shovel full of dirt is moved in your yard.

Our team of construction professionals brings over 30 years of experience to each project.

### Services Provided

- Swimming Pool Construction
- Swimming Pool Design
- Pool Deck Design & Construction
- Swimming Pool Renovation

### Areas Served

- Castle Rock
- Parker
- Littleton
- Castle Pines
- Castle Pines North
- The Pinery
- Roxborough Park
- Perry Park
- Louviers
- Larkspur
- Franktown
- Sedalia

### Typical Job Cost

$40,000 - 1 million

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | Inspired Pools and Watershapes |
| Address | Denver, Colorado 80109, United States |
| Phone | (702) 726-0460 |
| Website | http://www.inspiredpools.com |
| Followers on Houzz | 21 |

## Offers

(DEMO) OFFERS _(DEMO) DISCLAIMER_

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [Inspired Pools and Watershapes](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/swimming-pool-builders/inspired-pools-and-watershapes-pfvwus-pf~1042150912)
- **Website:** http://www.inspiredpools.com
- **Phone:** (702) 726-0460

## Credentials

- **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2017), for Service.

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 3 reviews**

### All 3 reviews

**★★★★★ — Tim Singleton, Oct. 2016**

> I really enjoy working with Terence.
> His innovative designs flow effortlessly from one space to the next utilizing modern materials to create a timeless and functional composition.
> Terence remains involved in his projects from start to finish and is absolutely one of the nicest people you will ever meet.

**★★★★★ — osamabarakat, Feb. 2016**

> Terence designed and provided construction documents for our pool. It was great working with Terence, the pool turned out beautiful! Terence provided 3D images of what the pool would look like (very impressive software). My wife and I built the pool as owner/builder and Terence was very helpful during the construction process, he did not abandon us after he got paid. Always made himself available when the subs had questions.

**★★★★★ — Sage Design Studios, Inc., Feb. 2016**

> I have worked with Terence Thornton for the past 12 years in Las Vegas creating and installing award winning landscapes.  As a Landscape Architect, it is crucial to having an experienced set of eyes look over a plan prior to commencing the field work in order to assure an installation with minimal to no "surprises".  During the installation process Terence constantly interacts with clients with the utmost professionalism guiding them through the sometimes chaotic construction phase.  His acumen of materials, construction and the finishing touches set him apart from most of the installers in this region.  As a designer, I can hand over a set of documents and be confident it will go into the ground as good, or better, than my original plan.  Having this level of comfort with an installer allows me to do what I do best, design, and not have to babysit the site.  Terence has a deep rooted understanding of all exterior improvements: landscape, pool, spa, lighting, hardscape, masonry and BBQ installation.

## Selected projects

- [Infinity Edge Pool](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/infinity-edge-pool-pj-vj~1516190)
  - Location: Englewood, CO
  - Photos: 1
- [Classic Swimming Pool](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/classic-swimming-pool-pj-vj~1516178)
  - Location: Centennial, CO
  - Photos: 1
- [Vanishing Edge Pool](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/vanishing-edge-pool-pj-vj~1516197)
  - Location: Parker, CO
  - Photos: 1
- [Contemporary Water Feature](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-water-feature-pj-vj~1516175)
  - Location: Castle Rock, CO
  - Photos: 1
- [Rocky Mountain Spool](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/rocky-mountain-spool-pj-vj~1516165)
  - Location: Centennial, CO
  - Photos: 2
- [Modern Pool, Spa and Yard](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-pool-spa-and-yard-pj-vj~1836552)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 6
- [Modern Swimming Pool and Spa](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-swimming-pool-and-spa-pj-vj~1516160)
  - Location: Englewood, CO
  - Photos: 4
- [Traditional Pool and Spa](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/traditional-pool-and-spa-pj-vj~1516151)
  - Location: Castle Rock, CO
  - Photos: 5

[See all 8 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/swimming-pool-builders/inspired-pools-and-watershapes-pfvwus-pf~1042150912)

## Ideabooks

- [Fire Feature](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/90791177/list/fire-feature) — 5 ideas
- [Lysiak](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/147463610/list/lysiak) — 8 ideas
- [Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/126014760/list/kitchen) — 9 ideas
- [Scuppers](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/119822296/list/scuppers) — 5 ideas
- [Lindsey](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/119822492/list/lindsey) — 1 idea
- [Nobis](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/119822355/list/nobis) — 2 ideas
- [Planters/Corten](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/118478893/list/planters-corten) — 1 idea
- [Benches/seating](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/118478883/list/benches-seating) — 1 idea
- [Cool Pools](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/91586572/list/cool-pools) — 14 ideas
- [Water Features](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/64516649/list/water-features) — 12 ideas
- [Shade Structures](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/109939715/list/shade-structures) — 1 idea
- [Feature Walls](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/108139250/list/feature-walls) — 1 idea
- [Clawson](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/106859842/list/clawson) — 1 idea
- [Hall Trees](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/103038130/list/hall-trees) — 8 ideas
- [DeSalvio](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/102020042/list/desalvio) — 7 ideas
- [Small Modern](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/101908552/list/small-modern) — 1 idea
- [House Ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/93353179/list/house-ideas) — 2 ideas
- [Courtyard Waterfeatures](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/77860222/list/courtyard-waterfeatures) — 30 ideas
- [Planters](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/91580565/list/planters) — 7 ideas
- [Dean](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/69284933/list/dean) — 1 idea

[See all 21 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/inspiredpoolsandwatershapes)

## Community Q&A

**Q: Can I run run my spa jet pump through the hot water heater** *(in Pools & Spas)*

While using the spa, I want to plumb my system so that the jet pump is passing through the heater which means the hot water would come out the 8 jets with the bubbler. Is there a downside to doing this?

A: We have plumbed spas this way and with jet pump standalone.  Ideally the jet pump is standalone, so that you get maximum velocity of water to the jets (heater and filter create resistance and head pressure).  Additionally, the hot water coming directly from the heater to the jets can be unpleasant to some.

**Q: Pool Drain Question...** *(in Pools & Spas)*

I ran across this upcoming pool drain and I am intrigued. It is a 20" diameter drain that can flow 384 gallons a minute.
I plan on (2) separate 3HP intelliflow pumps.

Question: Could I plumb a 4" drain line to this one monster drain and have it split to the two pumps at the equipment pad?
(Assuming I have a check valve and vac alert valve before each pump, would there be any other issues to consider?)

Seems like a really clean looking drain... and instead of having (4) 10" drains for the two pumps, I could have (1) 20" nearly invisible one...

A: I have use the color match covers on many projects and am very happy with them.  As others have stated, it is not the best idea to tie the two pumps into one drain.  Would be best to use two, one for each pump, still better than four.

**Q: where can I get that pool waterfall feature?** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: Google "Fluvo waterfeatures".  There is a US distributor. FYI they are pricey and use an incredible flow of water so will likely need a dedicated pump.

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-03.*