Eighteen Years of Desert Mastery
Our Philosophy
Built on Family. Refined by the Desert.
Eighteen years ago we built our first pool in Scottsdale. Today, every project still receives the same attention — because our family name is on every build.
We design for 115° summers, monsoon seasons, and caliche soil. Every material, every finish, every system is specified for the Sonoran climate.
Beyond the pool: fire pits, ramadas, outdoor kitchens, pool houses, and sunken bars. We build complete backyard environments, not isolated features.
Selected Work
Complete Outdoor Transformations.
Verified Reviews
What Our Clients Say.
Hands down the best pool builder in town. They have done two pools for us and we could not be happier with the results. From the design of the project all the way down to any warranty issues, they are with you every step of the way. Their custom design is the centerpiece for our yard and a huge added value to our home.
After speaking with several pool companies, the responsiveness, attention to detail and pricing with Catalana was our top pick hands down. The family oriented way they conduct business and providing great options around our needs was exactly what we needed. Thanks Tony and Marjorie.
Catalana did a great job with our backyard remodel. They came up with a great design to add a spa and sun shelf to our existing pool. With the travertine, fire pit and artificial grass everyone thinks our backyard looks like a resort.
I highly recommend Catalana Pools! Their design perfectly met my needs and budget, plus both Tony and Marjorie went out of their way to provide exceptional service and design ideas. This experience was a much better one by far.
From start to finish the Catalana's were absolutely amazing! Their designs are unique, functional, and overall breathtaking. You can tell by their stellar customer service that making their client's happy is their number one priority. We couldn't be happier with how our backyard turned out.
What We Build
Complete Outdoor Living.
The Transformation
From Blueprint to First Swim.
Every Catalana project follows six phases of precision. Caliche-ready excavation, steel reinforcement, hand-laid finishes — your backyard transforms into a complete outdoor living space.
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The Palette
Materials Specified for the Sonoran Climate.
Thermal-finished and cool-deck treated for 115° comfort. Natural rust-to-amber color variation with R11 slip resistance. A Sonoran staple that stays cool underfoot.
Iridescent, hand-laid tiles that shift with the desert light. UV-stable for year-round exposure and salt-resistant for longevity. Jewel-box effect in every pool.
Dark pebble finish that transforms the pool into a reflective mirror. Deep, oceanic aesthetic against the Sonoran sky with exceptional heat retention.
The Journey
From Consultation to First Swim.
01
Complimentary Consultation
We walk your property, discuss your vision, and assess the soil. No pressure — just honest conversation about what's possible.
02
3D Design
Full visualization with material selections. You see your pool, your ramada, your outdoor kitchen — in context — before we break ground.
03
Permitting
City permits, HOA coordination, and engineering handled entirely by our team. You sign off; we handle the rest.
04
Excavation & Shell
Caliche-ready excavation, steel reinforcement, and gunite application. Engineered for the specific demands of Scottsdale soil.
05
Finish & Hardscape
Tile, coping, decking, fire features, ramada, outdoor kitchen — installed by our own crews to exacting standards.
06
First Swim
Water fill, chemistry balancing, full feature orientation. We remain at your service long after the first swim.
01
Complimentary Consultation
We walk your property, discuss your vision, and assess the soil. No pressure — just honest conversation about what's possible.
02
3D Design
Full visualization with material selections. You see your pool, your ramada, your outdoor kitchen — in context — before we break ground.
03
Permitting
City permits, HOA coordination, and engineering handled entirely by our team. You sign off; we handle the rest.
04
Excavation & Shell
Caliche-ready excavation, steel reinforcement, and gunite application. Engineered for the specific demands of Scottsdale soil.
05
Finish & Hardscape
Tile, coping, decking, fire features, ramada, outdoor kitchen — installed by our own crews to exacting standards.
06
First Swim
Water fill, chemistry balancing, full feature orientation. We remain at your service long after the first swim.
PHASE 02 · 3D DESIGN
You see your pool before we break ground.
Scope Your Investment
Understand the Investment First.
No pressure. No commitment. Just clarity on what your backyard transformation will involve.
Caliche soil can add $3K–$15K to excavation in parts of Scottsdale and Cave Creek.
Insights
The Catalana Journal.
Design guides, site engineering, and outdoor living inspiration.
The Complete Backyard
Why Your Pool Should Be Part of a Larger Vision
Understanding Caliche
What Scottsdale Homeowners Need to Know
Geometric vs. Freeform
Choosing the Right Pool Shape for Your Property
Limited Capacity
Quality Over Quantity.
To maintain the craftsmanship our family name demands, we limit our annual capacity to twenty complete outdoor living projects.
Reviewing projects for 2026/2027.
Start Here
The First Step Is a Conversation.
Tell our concierge about the backyard you envision — the evenings by the fire, the mornings by the pool, the gatherings under the ramada.
✦Reviewing projects for 2026/2027
✦8 open commissions remaining
✦Direct line: (480) 563-8880
Prefer to speak directly? (480) 563-8880 or info@catalanacustompools.com
Your Questions Answered
Building a Custom Pool in Scottsdale.
The questions our clients ask most — answered with the honesty and transparency that eighteen years of family business has taught us.