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address: "1706 South Lamar Suite A, Austin, Texas 78704, United States"
latitude: 30.2428
longitude: -97.7658
phone: "(512) 914-0388"
website: http://www.designecologyaustin.com
rating: 5
review_count: 3
followers: 338
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# Design Ecology

Original Houzz profile: [Design Ecology](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/swimming-pool-builders/design-ecology-pfvwus-pf~1258534502)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Swimming Pool Builders
- **Location:** Austin, TX
- **Serves:** San Antonio, Austin, Pflugerville, Marble Falls, Dripping Springs, Horseshoe Bay, Manchaca, Del Valle, Mc Neil, Wimberly
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (3 reviews)

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Star Houzzer
- 1,000 Ideabook Saves

Our energetic studio in south Austin is home to a creative professional group with a passion for design. We specialize in estate master planning and custom swimming pools. 

Design Ecology offers a full range of landscape architectural services, both residential and commercial. We tailor each project to exceed client goals with a unique, environmentally responsible design solution.

In addition to design, we provide the highest quality construction services available. As Genesis 3 design group gold members & with two APSP certified building professionals on staff, Design Ecology is capable of completing the most complex landscape and swimming pool installations.

Regardless of the phase of the project, either design or construction, it is the attention to detail that sets Design Ecology apart. Contact us today to set up your complimentary consultation!

### Services Provided

- Swimming Pool Construction
- Swimming Pool Design
- Pool Deck Design & Construction
- Pool Lighting Installation
- Landscape Achitecture
- Landscape Construction
- Landscape Lighting
- Landscape Remodeling
- Outdoor Lighting
- Ponds
- Pool Construction
- Pool Design
- Water Features

### Areas Served

- San Antonio
- Austin
- Pflugerville
- Marble Falls
- Dripping Springs
- Horseshoe Bay
- Manchaca
- Del Valle
- Mc Neil
- Wimberly

### Typical Job Cost

$50,000 - 500,000

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | Design Ecology |
| Address | 1706 South Lamar Suite A, Austin, Texas 78704, United States |
| Phone | (512) 914-0388 |
| Website | http://www.designecologyaustin.com |
| Followers on Houzz | 338 |

**Social profiles:**
- Facebook — http://www.facebook.com/designecology
- X (Twitter) — @designecoaustin
- Blog — http://www.designecologyaustin.com/

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [Design Ecology](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/swimming-pool-builders/design-ecology-pfvwus-pf~1258534502)
- **Website:** http://www.designecologyaustin.com
- **Phone:** (512) 914-0388

## Credentials

**Certifications & Awards**
- APSP certified building professionals

**Affiliations**
- [American Society of Landscape Architects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/american-society-of-landscape-architects-pfvwus-pf~2014062207)
- [Pool & Hot Tub Alliance](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/pool-and-hot-tub-alliance-pfvwus-pf~881802885)

## Reviews

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

### All 3 reviews

**★★★★★ — Jody & Caith Chapman, June 2017**

> These guys are AWESOME! So much fun to work with and have gone above and beyond to make sure we are happy. We love the pool and landscape they designed and built! We are looking forward to working with them again on future landscape projects. We highly recommend them!

**★★★★★ — courtney\_stewart39, Sept. 2016**

> Ben did a fantastic job finishing on time and on budget! He has also been a great long term partner!!

**★★★★★ — lakehouse, Dec. 2015**

> Design Ecology recently completed our pool and we could not be happier with the outcome! We had a very specific idea of what we wanted and Scott Cummings and his design team took the time to really listen to us and project manager, Ben Lassater turned our dream pool into a reality. Ben was always available to discuss any questions we had or to meet us on property. He was very attentive to any concerns we voiced and was very thorough in explaining the process to us. Ben and Scott are very knowledgable about the latest products on the market and have a vast amount of experience to know which products work best. I would defintely recommend Design Ecology to anyone looking to build an innovative and first class pool.

## Selected projects

- [Possum Trot](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/possum-trot-pj-vj~7074266)
  - Location: Austin, TX
  - Photos: 6
- [Encore](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/encore-pj-vj~7074263)
  - Location: West Lake Hills, TX
  - Photos: 6
- [Wildcat Hollow](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/wildcat-hollow-pj-vj~7074261)
  - Location: West Lake Hills, TX
  - Photos: 6
- [Austin Contemporary](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/austin-contemporary-pj-vj~7074255)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 5
- [Modern Farm House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-farm-house-pj-vj~2653770)
  - Location: Austin, TX
  - Photos: 12
- [Modern Clean Lines](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-clean-lines-pj-vj~1407007)
  - Location: Austin, TX
  - Photos: 24
- [Natural Infinity Pool](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/natural-infinity-pool-pj-vj~74926)
  - Location: Austin, TX
  - Photos: 8
- [Vanishing Edge With a Modern Twist](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/vanishing-edge-with-a-modern-twist-pj-vj~682408)
  - Location: Austin, TX
  - Photos: 5
- [Lake Austin Contemporary](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lake-austin-contemporary-pj-vj~1249804)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 3
- [Perimeter Overflow Pool](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/perimeter-overflow-pool-pj-vj~156894)
  - Location: Austin, TX
  - Photos: 6
  - Description: Beautiful juxtaposition of a Texas Hill Country home and a modern perimeter overflow pool. Designed by Aquatic Consultants, Inc and built By Design Ecology.
- [West Texas Oasis](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/west-texas-oasis-pj-vj~1406999)
  - Location: Austin, TX
  - Photos: 4
- [Hill Side Overflow Pool with Infinity Edge](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hill-side-overflow-pool-with-infinity-edge-pj-vj~682429)
  - Location: Austin, TX
  - Photos: 6
- [Small Space Small Pool](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/small-space-small-pool-pj-vj~110025)
  - Location: Austin, TX
  - Photos: 2
- [Roman End Pool & Formal Gardens](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/roman-end-pool-and-formal-gardens-pj-vj~301073)
  - Location: Austin, TX
  - Photos: 11
  - Description: Classic Roman End swimming pool and spa with grand lawn and formal garden
- [Lake Austin Contemporary Pool](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lake-austin-contemporary-pool-pj-vj~1388170)
  - Location: Austin, TX
  - Photos: 6
- [Arc & Tangent Pool Design](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/arc-and-tangent-pool-design-pj-vj~301061)
  - Location: Austin, TX
  - Photos: 5
- [Contemporary Pool Cabana and Grill](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-pool-cabana-and-grill-pj-vj~1406988)
  - Location: Austin, TX
  - Photos: 4
- [Wooldridge](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/wooldridge-pj-vj~7074286)
  - Location: Austin, TX
  - Photos: 6

[See all 18 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/swimming-pool-builders/design-ecology-pfvwus-pf~1258534502)

## Ideabooks

- [Garden Ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/7018409/list/garden-ideas) — 4 ideas
- [new house](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/35889761/list/new-house) — 1 idea
- [Things we like](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/14500052/list/things-we-like) — 4 ideas
- [Pool Tile](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/23302820/list/pool-tile) — 12 ideas
- [Pool Ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/6906858/list/pool-ideas) — 18 ideas
- [Patio Ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/7018479/list/patio-ideas) — 15 ideas

[See all 6 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/designecology)

## Community Q&A

**Q: Love the spa tile!** *(in Photo Questions)*

Would you mind sharing the tile used for the spa? Its exactly what I've been looking for! Thanks so much!

A: This tile is a blend of Oceanside Glass in the three finishes (Iridescent, non-iridescent & matte) in Sapphire color

**Q: Love the overflow drain!** *(in Photo Questions)*

Could you have gone closer with the spa to the drain to not have any gap? Or are there construction constraints with that?

A: The original plan for this pool did not have a gap, but the owner wanted it. There are no construction constraints, we have built them both ways.

**Q: Stunning design! What is the color and type of interior pool finish?** *(in Photo Questions)*

Pool color

A: This is one of our favorite products for pool finishes. Its is made by Wet Edge Technology and its called Luna Quartz. The color is "Bermuda"

**Q: price point for this pool, surrounding patio and pergola structure?** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: Approximately $400,000

**Q: Do you happen to know the make and color of the tile?** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: The tile is made by Daltile and its a 1" tile from thier "Color Wave" line. I do not remember the exact color.

**Q: Planter** *(in Photo Questions)*

What is the material of the aqua planters?  Thanks!!

A: We built the planters out of steel, then had them painted blue.

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-08.*