The Oak Wells Aquatics Look Book: Real Projects, Real Details
By Natalie WellsProject and Design Consultant
Explore the Oak Wells Aquatics Look Book, our growing gallery of completed pools. Each project includes item specifications, material selections, and key design details, so you can see exactly what went into it and find inspiration for your own backyard.
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The Oak Wells Aquatics Look Book: Real Projects, Real Details#
Ever see a pool you love and wonder, “What tile is that? What’s that finish called?”
That question is why we built the Oak Wells Aquatics online gallery the way we did. It’s more than a photo collection. Each project page shows the details behind the design, so you can see exactly what went into it.
What’s Inside Each Project#
Every project in the gallery includes the information homeowners ask us about most:
- Item specifications: the equipment and features that make the pool work, such as pumps, filtration, lighting, and water features
- Material selections: interior finish, waterline tile, coping, decking, and wall materials, so you can see how they look together in a finished space
- Other important project details: design highlights and the features that shaped the layout
The goal is simple: you shouldn’t have to guess what you’re looking at.
Featured Projects#
Start with three of our favorites. Each project page includes its full item specifications and material selections.
Old Ortega#
- The setting: one of Jacksonville’s most historic neighborhoods
- The design: a classic geometric design that complements the traditional home
- Look for: black and white alternating tile
Five Star Resort Retreat#
- The setting: an undisturbed nature preserve in St. Johns County
- The design: a spa, sun shelf, and all the features
- Look for: the award-winning water feature wall
The Lakeshore#
- The setting: a modern riverfront home
- The design: modern, classy, and seamless
- Look for: an integrated spa between two sun shelves
Why We Share the Details#
Most pool galleries show you the “after” photo and stop there. We think that leaves out the most useful part.
- Transparency builds trust. You can see the products and materials we stand behind.
- Real examples beat samples. A 6-inch tile sample looks different from a full waterline in Florida sunlight.
- Better conversations. When you come to a design meeting with projects you’ve saved, we can get to the heart of your vision faster.
How to Use the Gallery When Planning Your Pool#
Whether you’re building new or remodeling, here’s how to get the most out of it:
- Save what catches your eye. Bookmark projects whose style, colors, or features you like.
- Look for patterns. Do you keep picking light finishes? Sheer descents? Fire features? Those patterns point to your style.
- Note the materials. Write down the finishes and tile you like. They’re a great starting point for your selections.
- Think about your space. Look for projects with a similar yard size, enclosure, or layout to yours.
- Bring your list to your consultation. Your favorites give our design team a clear picture of what you want.
Always Growing#
The gallery is a work in progress, just like our new website.
- New projects are added as we finish photographing and documenting them
- More details are on the way as we keep building out the site
- Check back often, because the gallery will keep growing alongside our portfolio
Which One Is Your Favorite?#
Old Ortega, Five Star Resort Retreat, or The Lakeshore? Browse our gallery and tell us which project stands out to you, or find a new favorite as the gallery grows.
Ready to start your own project? Bring your favorites to a design consultation with Oak Wells Aquatics, and we’ll help you turn inspiration into a plan built for your backyard.
