A complete backyard makeover at Cristallo Pools redesigns the whole yard as one project, not one feature at a time. A makeover can combine a custom pool, a spa, new decking, an outdoor kitchen, a pergola, landscaping, and lighting into a single coordinated build. Most projects run four to twelve weeks depending on scope, and the work is designed, permitted, and built by one team.
What A Complete Backyard Makeover Covers
A complete backyard makeover covers every element of the outdoor space in one design and one build. That usually includes a custom pool or a remodel of an existing one, a spa, decking and hardscape, an outdoor kitchen, shade structures like pergolas, landscaping, and a lighting and automation plan. Cristallo Pools designs these together so the pool, deck, and planting share one layout rather than being added piecemeal over several years. A makeover can start from an empty yard, an aging pool, or a backyard that was never finished.
How A Makeover Differs From A Pool Remodel
A pool remodel updates an existing pool; a backyard makeover redesigns the whole space around it. A remodel resurfaces the finish, replaces tile, or upgrades equipment on a pool that stays where it is. A makeover changes the layout of the yard itself, adding or rebuilding the deck, kitchen, shade, and planting alongside the pool work. Many homeowners combine the two: remodel the existing pool and redesign everything around it in one project. The right scope depends on whether the pool is staying as-is or the whole yard is being reworked.
Complete design and planning services
Complete design and planning services
Landscaping and Lighting
Pool/Spa construction
Custom Pools And Spas As The Centerpiece
Most makeovers are built around a pool, either a new custom build or a remodel of the existing one. Cristallo Pools designs the pool first because its size, shape, and placement set the layout for everything else. A spa is commonly added as an integrated spillover or a standalone feature. Pool finishes include PebbleTec, Wet Edge, NPT, and BioDesign, with waterline and accent tile from Lunada Bay, Bisazza, and Artistry in Mosaics. The pool and spa are engineered together with the deck and equipment so the finished space works as one system.
Decking, Hardscape, And Outdoor Kitchens
Decking and hardscape tie the pool to the rest of the yard, and the outdoor kitchen makes it usable for entertaining. Cristallo Pools builds decks and patios in pavers, travertine, and natural stone, and constructs outdoor kitchens with counters, built-in grills, and storage rated for Florida weather. Deck and hardscape scope depends on the material chosen and the square footage covered. The deck, coping, and kitchen are planned in the same layout as the pool so the materials and levels line up rather than clashing.
Pergolas, Shade, Lighting, And Automation
Shade structures, lighting, and automation make the backyard usable in the evening and through the Florida summer. Cristallo Pools builds pergolas and shade structures, installs landscape and pool lighting, and sets up automation that controls the pool, lights, and water features from a phone. These are designed into the makeover from the start, not added afterward, so wiring and footings are placed during construction rather than retrofitted. Lighting and automation are where a finished yard starts to feel like a single designed space.
Landscaping And Planting
Landscaping frames the build and softens the hardscape with planting suited to the South Florida climate. Cristallo Pools plans planting beds, palms, and tropical landscaping around the pool and deck, with drainage and irrigation set during construction. Good landscaping is planned alongside the hardscape so root space, sight lines, and shade are accounted for before the deck goes in. Planting is the layer that makes a new build look established rather than raw.
How A Backyard Makeover Runs, Step By Step
A makeover runs in six stages from first visit to final walkthrough, and takes an estimated four to twelve weeks depending on scope.
- On-site consultation and full property review.
- Unified design across pool, deck, kitchen, shade, and planting, with a written estimate.
- Permitting through the local building authority.
- Pool and structural construction.
- Hardscape, kitchen, shade structures, and landscaping.
- Lighting, automation startup, and final walkthrough.
One project manager runs the whole build, so the pool crew, deck crew, and landscapers work to the same plan and schedule. Cristallo Pools manages permitting and inspections throughout.
What A Complete Backyard Makeover Includes
A complete backyard makeover includes the elements you choose to combine into one project: a custom pool or spa, decking and hardscape, an outdoor kitchen, pergolas and shade, lighting and automation, and landscaping. The scope depends on which of these you want, the size of the yard, and the condition of what is already there. Because every yard and wish list is different, we scope each makeover individually and give you a written, itemized estimate after the on-site review, so the plan reflects your yard rather than an average. The best way to size your project is a consultation where we walk the space and map what fits.
Who A Makeover Is Right For
A makeover is the right project when the goal is the whole yard, not a single upgrade. It fits homeowners building a pool and the surrounding space at the same time, owners of an older pool who also want to redesign the deck and planting, and anyone with an unfinished or unused backyard who wants one coordinated plan instead of years of separate jobs. If the only goal is updating an existing pool surface, a pool remodel is the better-fit project. If the goal is a finished outdoor living space, a makeover is the right scope.
Makeover Or Build Feature By Feature
Dimension | Complete makeover | Feature by feature |
|---|---|---|
Design | One unified plan for the whole yard | Separate plans added over time |
Best for | A full redesign or a new outdoor living space | A single upgrade to an otherwise finished yard |
Material match | Deck, coping, and planting matched in one layout | Risk of mismatched levels and materials between jobs |
Disruption | One construction window | Repeated mobilizations and drain/refill cycles |
Budgeting | One combined budget for the whole project | A separate budget each time a feature is added |
Typical timeline | Four to twelve weeks (estimate) | Spread across multiple projects |
A complete makeover is the right choice when the whole yard is being designed together, because the pool, deck, kitchen, and planting share one layout and one construction window. Adding features one at a time fits a yard that is already finished and needs a single upgrade. Cristallo Pools reviews the yard during the consultation and recommends the scope that fits the goal and budget.
Why Choose A Full-Service Outdoor Living Team
We have designed and built custom pools and complete outdoor spaces in Jupiter and the surrounding area since 2011. We hold Florida licenses CPC1458452 and CBC 1255924 and were recognized with the PHTA International Award of Excellence in 2025 and a Pinnacle Award in 2024. Every makeover is designed and built in-house under one project manager, from the first property review through the final walkthrough, with permitting and inspections handled for you.
Where We Build Backyard Makeovers
Cristallo Pools builds complete backyard makeovers across Palm Beach County and Martin County, including Jupiter, Palm Beach Gardens, Palm City, Lake Worth, Delray Beach, Boynton Beach, West Palm Beach, and Port St. Lucie. The facility is located at 14701 Walgreens Dr, Suite 1, Jupiter, FL 33478.
FAQ
What Is Included in a Complete Backyard Makeover?
A complete makeover combines pool design or remodeling, a spa, decking and hardscape, an outdoor kitchen, pergolas and shade, landscaping, and lighting with automation. The elements are designed and built together as one project. Most homeowners choose a mix based on how they use the yard.
How Is a Backyard Makeover Different From a Pool Remodel?
A pool remodel updates an existing pool, such as resurfacing or new tile. A backyard makeover redesigns the whole yard around the pool, adding deck, kitchen, shade, and landscaping. Many projects combine both: remodel the pool and redesign everything around it.
What Determines The Scope Of A Backyard Makeover?
The scope depends on which elements you include, the size of the yard, and the condition of what is already there. A landscaping-and-hardscape refresh is a smaller project than a full redesign with a custom pool, outdoor kitchen, and premium materials. We scope each makeover individually and give you a written, itemized estimate after an on-site review.
How Long Does A Backyard Makeover Take?
Most makeovers take four to twelve weeks, depending on scope. A landscaping and hardscape refresh is faster than a full build that includes a new pool, outdoor kitchen, and structures. You receive a timeline with your written estimate.
Do I Need A Permit For A Backyard Makeover?
Yes. Pool construction, structural work, electrical, and plumbing require permits from the local building authority. Cristallo Pools handles the permit applications, coordination, and inspections as part of the project.
Can You Remodel My Existing Pool As Part Of The Makeover?
Yes. A makeover often pairs a pool remodel with a redesign of the surrounding yard. The existing pool is resurfaced or updated while the deck, kitchen, shade, and planting are rebuilt around it in the same project.
Do You Handle Landscaping And Outdoor Kitchens, Or Just The Pool?
Cristallo Pools handles the full outdoor space, including decking, outdoor kitchens, pergolas, landscaping, lighting, and automation, alongside the pool. One team designs and builds all of it so the elements share a single layout.
Who Manages The Project Across All The Trades?
One Cristallo Pools project manager runs the whole makeover. The pool crew, deck and hardscape crew, kitchen builders, and landscapers work to the same plan and schedule, which keeps the materials, levels, and timeline coordinated.
Start Your Backyard Makeover
Schedule an on-site consultation to get a written, itemized estimate for your complete backyard makeover. Call (561) 766-0353 or request your estimate online.