Freeform Pools built by Modern Pools in Austin, Texas

Freeform & Lagoon Pool Designs in Austin

Soft, natural curves that look like they have always belonged to the land. We build freeform and lagoon style pools that blend into Austin and the Hill Country.

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Why Hire Modern Pools for Your Freeform Pool

We have built custom pools in Austin since 1999. That is more than 25 years of work on rocky, sloped Hill Country lots. A freeform pool uses soft curves and a natural shape. To get that look right, the design and the land have to work together. Our in house civil engineer and architect handle both. We start with pool design and a real 3D model, so you see your lagoon style pool before we dig. Then our pool construction crew builds it at a fixed price.

Natural stone and rock features are our specialty. A great freeform pool often needs a rock waterfall, a grotto, or a boulder edge to feel like a true lagoon. Our water features team builds these from real stone, not plastic. We can also tie the pool into a full outdoor living space with planting and patios. We build all over the area, including Rollingwood, Dripping Springs, and Lakeway.

Is a Freeform Pool Right for Your Lot?

A freeform pool fits best on a wooded or natural lot. If your yard has trees, slopes, boulders, or an odd shape, a curved pool can flow around it. The relaxed lagoon look feels at home under Hill Country oaks. You also get a soft, natural water shape with no hard corners, which many families find calmer and more inviting.

Not every lot or owner is a match. If you love clean, straight lines and a sharp modern look, a freeform shape may feel too soft. In that case a geometric pool is the better pick, and we are happy to build that instead. We will tell you honestly which style suits your space and budget. Ready for a freeform pool? Call (512) 608-6602 or start your design today.

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What Austin homeowners say about their backyard

25+

Years of five star builds in Austin

“Modern Pools gave us a schedule, stuck to the schedule, kept a clean worksite, and delivered a beautiful, flawless pool.”

“I enjoyed their professionalism, communication, knowledge of mechanical equipment, design sense, and attention to detail.”

“I don't think I've ever enjoyed writing checks so much in my life. I adore both our pool and the people that made it happen.”

Featured Projects

Freeform pools we've built in Austin.

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Custom freeform pool with rock features blending into a natural Austin backyard

Hog Hollow freeform build, Austin

Freeform pool with natural stone spillway and curved edge in Austin, Texas

Natural stone spillway, West Lake Hills

Aerial view of a freeform lagoon style pool on a wooded Austin Hill Country lot

Hill Country lagoon retreat, Austin

Freeform pool with rock waterfalls and a tanning ledge below a timber-framed lodge, ringed by oaks

Home office with wood built-in shelves, a dark desk, and tall windows over the Hill Country at dusk

Freeform pool with stone spillways and a raised spa overlooking a Hill Country lawn and distant ridgelines

Stone Hill Country lodge with a timber pergola above tiered limestone retaining walls and lawn

Infinity-edge pool reflecting a pink twilight sky over wooded hills beside a modern stone home

Infinity pool and round stone-clad spa overlooking the Hill Country, with mosaic tile, ipe deck and an oak overhead

Outdoor lap pool with depth markers below stone-and-timber pavilions and shade umbrellas at sunrise

Freeform pool with a stacked-limestone waterfall and raised spa framed by trees and a wood fence

Large freeform pool with stone deck before a Hill Country stone lodge in Spanish Oaks

Freeform pool with a rock waterfall and grotto lit blue at dusk, palms and a lit lakeside lodge beyond

Freeform pool with stone coping and a covered patio, set among live oaks above Lake Travis

Freeform lagoon pool with stone deck and a spa, framed by a timber lodge and lakeside oaks

Freeform pool and raised spa with stacked-stone spillways set against a Hill Country home and green valley

Two wicker chairs on a travertine patio framing a wide lake and wooded hills under stone arches

Freeform pool with a stacked-limestone waterfall wall and travertine deck shaded by a tall live oak

Crowd swimming and gathered around a large freeform pool at a stone lodge under puffy clouds

Freeform pool with a covered stone pavilion and outdoor kitchen, boulders along the flagstone deck

Sprawling freeform pool with rock waterfalls and a wood deck below a Hill Country lodge

At a Glance

Freeform pools, at a glance.

Here is a quick look at what a custom freeform or lagoon pool involves.

Custom freeform pool with rock features in a natural Austin backyard built by Modern Pools

Capacity & Depth

Most hold 12,000 to 25,000 gallons. Depth runs about 3.5 feet in the shallow end to 6 feet or more, with a gradual beach entry on many builds.

Shape & Size

Organic, curved, and one of a kind. Sizes run from cozy 12 by 24 footprints to large lagoon style pools over 20 by 40, shaped to fit your lot.

Lead Time

3 to 6+ weeks for design, permits, and scheduling.

Build Duration

10 to 16 weeks of construction, on a fixed schedule.

Design Options

What goes into a freeform pool.

These are the natural features that give a freeform or lagoon pool its relaxed, organic feel.

The Shape

Organic gunite form

We build with gunite, which lets us pour any soft, curved shape you want. No square edges, just natural flowing lines that wrap around your lot.

The Edges

Natural stone & boulders

Real stone and placed boulders frame the water. This is what makes a freeform pool read as a true lagoon and not just a curvy pool.

The Sound

Rock waterfall or grotto

A stacked rock waterfall or a hidden grotto adds movement and sound. It turns a quiet backyard into a natural retreat.

The Entry

Beach entry & Baja shelf

A zero depth beach entry lets you walk right in like a lake. A Baja shelf gives a shallow spot for chairs, kids, and tanning.

The Setting

Landscape integration

We tuck planting, stone, and grade work around the pool so it blends into your wooded Hill Country lot from day one.

The Finish

Finish & coping

Natural stone coping and a pebble or quartz interior finish complete the look. The colors are picked to match your yard and home.

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Freeform Pool FAQs

Austin freeform pool questions, answered

Straight answers on cost, design, permits, and building a freeform pool on tough Austin Hill Country lots.

How much does a freeform pool cost in Austin?

Most custom freeform pools in Austin start around the low six figures and go up with size and stone work. Rock waterfalls, boulders, and a beach entry add the most cost. We give you one fixed price up front, so there are no surprises later.

What is a freeform pool?

A freeform pool is a pool with a soft, curved, natural shape instead of straight lines. The edges flow and bend to fit your yard. This relaxed style is what many people in Austin call a lagoon pool.

What is the difference between a freeform pool and a lagoon pool?

They are very close, and most builders use the words together. A lagoon pool is a freeform pool dressed up with heavy natural stone, boulders, and a beach entry to look like a tropical lagoon. Every lagoon pool is freeform, but not every freeform pool is a full lagoon.

Is a freeform pool the same as a natural pool or a pond?

No. A natural pool or pond uses plants to filter the water and has no chlorine. A freeform pool just has a natural shape, but it is still a clean, sanitized gunite pool that is easy to care for. We build the freeform kind, with natural looks and normal pool water.

Can you add natural stone and waterfalls to a freeform pool?

Yes, and this is our specialty. We build rock waterfalls, grottos, and boulder edges from real stone for freeform and lagoon pools across Austin. These features give the pool its natural sound and look.

Can I get a beach entry on a freeform pool?

Yes. A beach entry, also called a zero depth entry, works great on freeform and lagoon pools. You walk right into the water like a lake, which is safe for kids and easy for pets. We can pair it with a Baja shelf for tanning.

Do freeform pools suit wooded Hill Country lots in Austin?

Yes, they are one of the best fits for the Hill Country. The curved shape flows around trees, slopes, and rock, and the natural stone blends into the land. We build freeform and lagoon pools in Dripping Springs, Lakeway, Barton Creek, and the rest of the Austin area.

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