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# Rushing Design

Original Houzz profile: [Rushing Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/swimming-pool-builders/rushing-design-pfvwus-pf~1862867488)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Swimming Pool Builders
- **Location:** Lexington, KY
- **Serves:** Louisville, Lexington, Lexington-Fayette, Nicholasville, Morehead, Monticello, Keene, California, :Northern Kentucky, Indiana, International, Kentucky, Long island, Michigan, Migrate, Mt Sterling, new jersey, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Tennessee, United States, West Virgina, western kentucky, Woodstock NY
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (11 reviews)
- **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2020), for Service.

## About

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- Star Houzzer
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- 1,000 Ideabook Saves

BACKYARD "RESORT"    -    SPACE TO ENJOY:
CELL 859-806-8400       -    LET US WORK WITH YOU  \* rick@rushingdesign.com

Rick designs and oversees each project from start to finish with a team of specialists and craftsmen. Rushing Design has completed over 65 swimming pool projects and amenities and have many projects under construction in Lexington, Louisville, Versailles, Morehead, Tennessee and other surrounding areas.  

Rushing Design began designing and building pools and custom landscape architecture starting in 1992. For more detail of our experience please visit www.rushingdesign.com .

### Services Provided

- Swimming Pool Construction
- Swimming Pool Design
- Pool Deck Design & Construction
- Pool Lighting Installation
- Pool Remodeling
- Custom Hot Tubs
- Natural Swimming Pools
- Hot Tub Installation
- Sauna Installation
- Pool Tiling
- Pool Covers
- Pond Construction
- Pool Liner Replacement
- Aboveground Pools
- Gunnite Pools : Custom Hot Tubs : Master Planning
- LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT
- Landscape and master planning design and construct
- Pool surrounding landscape and amenities Design &
- gunnite pool specialists
- master planning of outdoor spaces
- out door kitchens
- outdoor structures

### Areas Served

- Louisville
- Lexington
- Lexington-Fayette
- Nicholasville
- Morehead
- Monticello
- Keene
- California
- :Northern Kentucky
- Indiana
- International
- Kentucky
- Long island
- Michigan
- Migrate
- Mt Sterling
- new jersey
- New Mexico
- New York
- Ohio
- Tennessee
- United States
- West Virgina
- western kentucky
- Woodstock NY

### Typical Job Cost

$10,000 - 10 million

Reasonable design fee : inclusive of all ideas and phases, budget analysis, construction administration including oversight as owners representative in a Construction Management and structured bidding and estimating that guarantees a value added project for our clients.

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | Rushing Design |
| Address | Lexington, Kentucky 40502, United States |
| Phone | (859) 806-8400 |
| Website | http://www.rushingdesign.com |
| License Number | 415 |
| Followers on Houzz | 107 |

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [Rushing Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/swimming-pool-builders/rushing-design-pfvwus-pf~1862867488)
- **Website:** http://www.rushingdesign.com
- **Phone:** (859) 806-8400

## Credentials

**Certifications & Awards**
- Swimming pool design / build:
- Licensed Landscape Architect owner and project manager,
- member KY-ASLA,
- Pool Design Specialist "Backyard Resorts"

- **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2020), for Service.

**Affiliations**
- [AIA Custom Residential Architects Network](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/aia-custom-residential-architects-network-pfvwus-pf~629398549)
- [Swimming Pool and Allied Trades Association](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/professionals/schools-and-organizations/swimming-pool-and-allied-trades-association-pfvwgb-pf~1921759778)
- [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)
- [Master Pools Guild, Inc.](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/master-pools-guild-inc-pfvwus-pf~470703961)
- [AIA Kentucky](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/aia-kentucky-pfvwus-pf~1670683370)
- [CA Dept. of Consumer Affairs - CSLB Enforcement](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/professionals/schools-and-organizations/ca-dept-of-consumer-affairs-cslb-enforcement-pfvwus-pf~60500454)
- [Better Business Bureau](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/better-business-bureau-pfvwus-pf~1830530549)
- [GardenComm](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/gardencomm-pfvwus-pf~127690096)
- [Institute of Classical Architecture & Art](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/institute-of-classical-architecture-and-art-pfvwus-pf~597638842)
- [U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC)](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/u-s-green-building-council-usgbc-pfvwus-pf~1797160658)
- [LEED AP](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/professionals/schools-and-organizations/leed-ap-pfvwus-pf~1386238498)

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 11 reviews**

### All 11 reviews

**★★★★★ — Rick Pannell, June 2019**

> Rushing Design and Rick Rushing did an amazing job on our backyard pool project! There were a lot of trees and a unique design that had to be built up 10 to 12 ft. high. He used his architecture background and building skills to create a true Oasis off the back of our house. Rick has a very creative mind, so anything you can in vision he can design & create. He is very patient and easy to work it, so I would highly recommend Rick Rushing and Rushing Design.

**★★★★★ — Scott Campbell, May 2019**

> Amazing design talent. Eye  and attention to  detail unmatched. Without a doubt best pool designer I know. Could not imagine hiring anyone else for pool design.

**★★★★★ — harold simpson, May 2019**

> I've know Rick Rushing for over 20 years professionally and socially.  I find that in the greater Lexington area, Rick has an outstanding reputation in all regards.  I've had the pleasure of witnessing several of Ricks design and installation sites, all of which are well thought out and executed to the highest level of attention and detail.  One of my favorite projects is in the Chevy Chase area, an unusual triangular lot of a pool and landscaping.  A brilliant use of space and design was applied, no different than many if not all of his projects that I've experienced.  I couldn't recommend Rushing Design more highly.

**★★★★★ — Karl Raitz, May 2019**

> Rick was our first choice landscape architect to design a new set of front steps for our home.  Our lot dropped off between the front door and the sidewalk some 20 feet and the building contractor chose to avoid the slope and ran the front sidewalk to the driveway which required guests to walk half way up the drive--hopefully avoiding parked cars.  Rick's brilliant solution was to create two rectangular landings on the slope connected by short flights of steps that traversed the slope at a comfortable angle while also enhancing the view of the house and plantings from the street and sidewalk.  Our neighbors loved his design as much as we do.

**★★★★★ — Jason Justice, May 2019**

> I'm the developer and builder in Ashford Oaks and Rick does our landscape plans for the homes we build in Ashford Oaks.  We are very pleased with the plans he provides.

**★★★★★ — HU-30733902, May 2019**

> Rick is great to work with. He’s very professional and one of the best in town. He has designed landscaping and patios for two of our homes and they significantly increased the value of our first home.

**★★★★★ — Robert W. Nolan, May 2019**

> Rick is the ultimate professional in pool design — he will work with you to understand your interests and guide you through design phase. He customize designed a pool and yard for us that required removal of existing pool in a confined space. He was able to guide us throughout the pool installation and provide accessories such as landscape/brick wall design to complement the space in a way that is beautiful. He also made countless suggestions of other skilled craftsmen to implement the project. We have had many neighbors and friends admire his final result and I would be happy to recommend his service with the highest confidence of a successful pool  project for any customer!

**★★★★★ — Red Oak Outdoor Lighting, Sept. 2016**

> Our company has been fortunate to be involved with Rick and Rushing Design projects. His design skills are top notch and the clients are pleased with the final result.

**★★★★★ — PRP Architects, Dec. 2014**

> One of Lexington's finest! We greatly admire Rick Rushing's work, and are always eager to be on the same team with Rick. Hoping

**★★★★★ — Barney Miller's Inc, July 2014**

> I have known Rick Rushing for many years. His company creates designs for the outdoor environment that are second to none. They are well thought out and have a great plan of execution. Whenever we work on a progject with Rushing Design, things are very well organized and the clients are always thrilled.
>
> Barney

**★★★★★ — Hartstone Tile, May 2014**

> Rushing Design is a very well developed team that provides not only quality work but unique design ideas.  They have the ability to take a simple idea and expand it to the next level with ease.  The level and quality are far beyond any expectation.

## Selected projects

- [Delong Road Residence master plan and swimming pool](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/delong-road-residence-master-plan-and-swimming-pool-pj-vj~472394)
  - Location: Lexington, KY
  - Photos: 22
  - Description: An ambitious project for an ambitious and class client, master planning with landscape design that included incorporating swimming pools and fountains. One of Rushing Design and Ricks early Pool projects and master plans in Lexington in 2000, and still to this day it looks as gorgeous as ever.
- [Swimming Pool in Chevy Chase - Chenault Road, Lexington](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/swimming-pool-in-chevy-chase-chenault-road-lexington-pj-vj~558834)
  - Location: Lexington, KY
  - Photos: 15
  - Description: Completed Pool Project in an amazing and tricky site resulting in a beautiful project on Chenault Road - a secluded backyard resort in the heart of Chevy Chase Area - Lexington, Ky
- [Swimming pool design / build with Landscape design / installation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/swimming-pool-design-build-with-landscape-design-installation-pj-vj~472353)
  - Location: Nicholasville, KY
  - Photos: 8
  - Description: Absolutely wonderful home with areas that needed to connect and have an extraordinary outdoor space that a house of this size needs to balance its indoor living spaces. It is a true showcase Project and wonderful Client.
- [pool house and feature pool rolando project](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/pool-house-and-feature-pool-rolando-project-pj-vj~664349)
  - Location: Georgetown, KY
  - Photos: 12
- [pannell home pool design build](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/pannell-home-pool-design-build-pj-vj~610669)
  - Location: Nicholasville, KY
  - Photos: 11
  - Description: A large home pleasure pool and olympic size lane, 18 feet above ground at vanishing edge. An ambitious project and for an owner who embodies the great passion of olympic and competitive swimming. In a beautiful setting
- [Ashford Oaks - Lexington residential swimming pool project](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/ashford-oaks-lexington-residential-swimming-pool-project-pj-vj~5722015)
  - Location: Lexington, KY
  - Photos: 5
- [Lexington Residence in Historic Home with Pool and outdoor kitchen additions](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lexington-residence-in-historic-home-with-pool-and-outdoor-kitchen-additions-pj-vj~472410)
  - Location: Lexington, KY
  - Photos: 6
- [Swimming Pool -patio complete re-design](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/swimming-pool-patio-complete-re-design-pj-vj~291725)
  - Location: Lexington, KY
  - Photos: 7
- [Residential - small patio and pool, in Ashford Oaks](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/residential-small-patio-and-pool-in-ashford-oaks-pj-vj~662541)
  - Location: Lexington, KY
  - Photos: 8
  - Description: Justice Builders Project in Ashford Oaks Subdivision
- [Swimming pool design renovation and new outdoor space](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/swimming-pool-design-renovation-and-new-outdoor-space-pj-vj~5549851)
  - Location: Lexington, KY
  - Photos: 6
- [Signature Club - master planning and public swimming pool design](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/signature-club-master-planning-and-public-swimming-pool-design-pj-vj~613826)
  - Location: Lexington, KY
  - Photos: 5
- [Darren project master planning and new pool construction](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/darren-project-master-planning-and-new-pool-construction-pj-vj~5722065)
  - Location: Lexington, KY
  - Photos: 5
  - Description: Large scale project with outdoor spaces , pool and design incorporating personal lake.
- [organic shaped pool - with fireplace](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/organic-shaped-pool-with-fireplace-pj-vj~613825)
  - Location: Lexington, KY
  - Photos: 6
- [Pater Patio](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/pater-patio-pj-vj~5722041)
  - Location: Lexington, KY
  - Photos: 4
- [Raitz front entry design](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/raitz-front-entry-design-pj-vj~5722051)
  - Location: Lexington, KY
  - Photos: 1
  - Description: unique entry design for an amazing homeowner designed home with lots of craftsman influence and architecture
- [Bloomfield KY pool](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bloomfield-ky-pool-pj-vj~822848)
  - Location: Springfield, KY
  - Photos: 5
  - Description: swimming pool for existing home
- [Versailles Farm Project - LYON swimming pool and master plan](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/versailles-farm-project-lyon-swimming-pool-and-master-plan-pj-vj~613823)
  - Location: Versailles, KY
  - Photos: 4
  - Description: new swimming pool and master planning including landscape design, tennis courts and a baseball diamond on Miramar farm in Versailles
- [ORD project lexington pool with pool house and spa](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/ord-project-lexington-pool-with-pool-house-and-spa-pj-vj~5722141)
  - Location: Nicholasville, KY
  - Photos: 7
- [Carter new pool and master planning in lexington](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/carter-new-pool-and-master-planning-in-lexington-pj-vj~5722093)
  - Location: Lexington, KY
  - Photos: 8
- [stonewall neighborhood swimming pool and outdoor kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/stonewall-neighborhood-swimming-pool-and-outdoor-kitchen-pj-vj~610688)
  - Location: Lexington, KY
  - Photos: 13
  - Description: Ambitious renovation of home and pool addition. Addition blends perfectly with original spanish style home.

[See all 35 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/swimming-pool-builders/rushing-design-pfvwus-pf~1862867488)

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-24.*