Quick Summary
Selah Pools built a complete outdoor environment for the Burrow family in Mansfield featuring a three-structure grotto with waterfalls, weeping wall, beach entry with steps, six fire bowls, four LED laminar jets, five bubblers, custom spa, and comprehensive LED lighting.
Key Takeaways
- The Burrow family chose Selah's design team, who captured their resort vision—including laminar jets they initially resisted
- Three-structure grotto with waterfalls, weeping wall, beach entry, six fire bowls, and four LED laminar jets create resort atmosphere
- UVO3 in-line sanitization, JXI 400k natural gas heating, and Alpha Q+ robotic cleaning provide automated maintenance
- Beach entry design allows swimming from four-foot shallow areas to nine-foot-nine maximum depth with natural transition
When the Burrow family envisioned their Mansfield retreat, they prioritized immersive water experiences over traditional swimming. The design centers on a dramatic three-structure grotto with cascading waterfalls on either side, creating the acoustic backbone of the entire outdoor living space. A weeping wall at spa height adds layered water movement, while the beach entry with steps guides swimmers from four to eight feet of depth. Six copper fire bowls anchor evening gatherings, flames reflecting across the water's surface. Four luminous LED laminar jets arc through the air—initially dismissed by the clients but ultimately embraced as essential to the composition's drama.
“George took everything and he came up with the fire pit. His designers just nailed it... They put it all together really nicely.”
Materials & Finishes
The grotto's three-structure design creates natural jumping platforms while its weeping wall generates continuous ambient sound. Beach entry construction allows gradual depth transition from shallow lounging areas to the nine-foot-nine maximum depth. Five bubblers energize the tanning ledges with gentle water play, complemented by four LED laminar jets that produce illuminated arcs after sunset.
Design & Features
The Alpha Q+ robotic cleaner maintains the pool automatically, while the UVO3 in-line sanitizer and 460 cartridge filter ensure crystal-clear water with minimal chemical intervention. The JXI 400k natural gas heater extends the swimming season, and LED lighting—three pool lights plus one spa light—transforms the space for evening entertainment.
Project Highlights
The Burrow family chose Selah's design team, who captured their resort vision—including laminar jets they initially resisted
Three-structure grotto with waterfalls, weeping wall, beach entry, six fire bowls, and four LED laminar jets create resort atmosphere
UVO3 in-line sanitization, JXI 400k natural gas heating, and Alpha Q+ robotic cleaning provide automated maintenance
Beach entry design allows swimming from four-foot shallow areas to nine-foot-nine maximum depth with natural transition
What Our Customers Say
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“Lori and Rudy did an outstanding job on our recent pool refinishing work!”
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you build a grotto with multiple waterfall structures?
The Burrow family's three-structure grotto demonstrates how multiple waterfall elements create layered water experiences rather than a single cascade. Each structure contributes to both the visual composition and acoustic environment, with waterfalls positioned on either side for balanced sound distribution. The engineering requires precise water flow calculations and structural integration to ensure each waterfall maintains consistent performance while creating the naturalistic effect clients desire for their resort-style outdoor living space.
How does beach entry construction work with deeper pools?
Beach entry design allows gradual depth transition from shallow lounging areas to full swimming depths, as demonstrated in the Burrow project's progression from four feet to eight feet. The stepped construction guides swimmers naturally while maintaining the gentle slope aesthetic that defines a true resort-style approach. This works particularly well for families who want both shallow play areas and serious swimming depth within a single pool, with the Burrow pool ultimately reaching nine feet nine inches at its deepest point.
Are laminar jets worth adding to a pool design?
The Burrow family initially resisted laminar jets but embraced them once they saw the design presentation, recognizing how these illuminated water arcs transform evening entertainment. Four LED laminar jets in the Burrow pool create dramatic lighting effects while adding kinetic water movement during daylight hours. When properly integrated with the overall lighting plan—as Selah did here alongside three pool lights and one spa light—laminar jets become focal points that complement the six copper fire bowls for a comprehensive nighttime atmosphere.
What maintenance is required for complex water features?
The Burrow project's multiple water features—grotto waterfalls, weeping wall, and five bubblers—operate through integrated plumbing and the RS-PS8 automation system that simplifies daily management. The UVO3 in-line sanitizer and Alpha Q+ robotic cleaner handle water chemistry and debris removal automatically. Proper equipment selection during construction, including the 460 cartridge filter and variable speed circulation pumps, ensures reliable operation of complex water features while minimizing ongoing maintenance demands for busy families.
How do you integrate fire and water features safely?
Six copper fire bowls around the Burrow pool demonstrate how fire features enhance water environments when properly positioned and engineered. Each bowl requires dedicated gas lines, ignition systems, and safety controls integrated with the RS-PS8 automation panel. Safety considerations include appropriate distances from swimming areas, wind-resistant burner design, and emergency shut-off capabilities—all managed through the same control panel that operates water circulation and lighting, giving clients single-interface command over every element of their outdoor living space.
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