Quick Summary
Selah Pools designed and built a complete outdoor environment for the Tinderholt family in Arlington, Texas, featuring a consultative design process with integrated hardscape and landscape elements tailored to multi-season family use.
Key Takeaways
- The Tinderholt family chose Selah for their consultative design approach and architectural expertise
- The project features integrated hardscape and landscape elements creating multiple activity zones
- Materials were selected to complement the existing home while establishing outdoor identity
- Strategic placement ensures the space performs across Texas seasons for the whole family
- Proactive communication and quality oversight maintained alignment with the family's vision
The Tinderholt residence in Arlington represents Selah's consultative approach to outdoor design, where client vision drives every spatial decision. The project began with understanding how the family wanted to experience their outdoor living space throughout Texas seasons. Natural light patterns across the property guided placement of activity zones, ensuring each area serves both function and atmosphere. The design honored the existing home's architectural character while establishing a distinct outdoor identity. Strategic sight lines frame key views while creating natural privacy barriers. Each element was positioned to support the family's priorities, where children could play safely while adults found retreat spaces.


Materials & Finishes
Selah's team approached the Arlington project with architectural rigor, selecting materials that complement the home's existing character while ensuring long-term performance in North Texas conditions. Precise execution of hardscape elements creates seamless transitions between different activity zones. Strategic integration of landscape and hardscape delivers multiple experiences within a unified design vocabulary.

Design & Features
The team's commitment to proactive communication created confidence throughout construction phases, resulting in a complete outdoor environment built for decades of family enjoyment. Each material choice and spatial decision reinforces the cohesive relationship between the Tinderholt home and its surrounding outdoor living space.
Project Highlights
The Tinderholt family chose Selah for their consultative design approach and architectural expertise
The project features integrated hardscape and landscape elements creating multiple activity zones
Materials were selected to complement the existing home while establishing outdoor identity
Strategic placement ensures the space performs across Texas seasons for the whole family
Proactive communication and quality oversight maintained alignment with the family's vision
What Our Customers Say
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does Selah approach custom outdoor design projects?
Selah begins every project with thorough consultation to understand how families want to experience their outdoor living space. The Tinderholt project demonstrates this consultative approach, where client vision drove every spatial decision rather than imposing predetermined solutions. Our design team guides families through possibilities while honoring their lifestyle priorities, ensuring each element serves both immediate enjoyment and long-term value. This patient, design-first process distinguishes Selah from contractors who prioritize speed over genuine understanding of how a family lives.
What makes Selah different from other pool contractors?
Selah delivers complete outdoor environments, not isolated components. The Tinderholt project showcases this multi-disciplinary expertise, integrating hardscape and landscape elements under a unified design vision rather than treating each separately. Our architectural approach means every decision considers spatial relationships, natural light patterns, and how the outdoor living space performs throughout Texas seasons. This design-first methodology creates environments that feel both sophisticated and genuinely livable, where each zone connects purposefully to the next.
How does Selah ensure quality during construction?
Consistent project management and quality oversight guide every construction phase. The Tinderholt project benefited from proactive communication about upcoming phases, keeping the family informed and confident throughout the build. Our team maintains cleanup protocols and provides regular updates, ensuring the construction experience respects clients' daily routines. This commitment to transparency and craftsmanship means the finished complete outdoor environment reflects the original design intent precisely, with every material and detail meeting the standard established during the consultative design process.
Can Selah work with existing home architecture?
Absolutely. The Tinderholt project demonstrates how Selah selects materials and design elements that complement existing home character while establishing a distinct outdoor identity. Our team studies architectural details to ensure seamless integration between interior and exterior spaces. The design process considers how outdoor living spaces relate to interior rooms, creating visual connections that make the entire property feel cohesive. This architectural sensitivity ensures your outdoor investment enhances your home's overall character, value, and sense of place.
What areas does Selah serve in the DFW metroplex?
Selah serves the entire DFW metroplex, including Arlington where the Tinderholt project is located. Our experience across North Texas communities means we understand local conditions, soil types, and climate considerations that directly affect long-term performance of every complete outdoor environment we build. This regional expertise informed material and design decisions for the Tinderholt residence, ensuring the outdoor living space delivers reliable enjoyment across demanding Texas seasons for years to come.
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