Imagine Pools Pool of the Month August 2024: Foothills Outdoor Design Transforms Challenging Space into a Backyard

In a testament to innovation and determination, Foothills Outdoor Design, LLC of Knoxville, Tennessee has been awarded Imagine Pools‘ prestigious Pool of the Month August 2024. Their winning installation, featuring The Vision 20′ fiberglass pool model in the stunning gelcoat color Ice Silver, showcases the company’s ability to transform even the most challenging spaces into jaw-dropping backyard retreats.

The story of Foothills Outdoor Design begins with a personal journey. Nick Everett, who honed his professional skills immersed in the fields of excavation, landscape and concrete work, had a moment of clarity while having his own pool installed years ago. “I had a pool put in my backyard and saw the process and thought to myself, ‘I can do that,'” he recalled. That initial insight would eventually lead him to remove that very pool and replace it with an Imagine Pools’ fiberglass pool, setting the stage for his company’s future direction.

Founded in 2016 as a husband-and-wife venture, Foothills Outdoor Design emerged from Nick and Courtney Everett’s shared vision of delivering superior pool installations. Their motivation was deeply personal – after experiencing their own construction nightmare with a previous pool installation, they decided to enter the industry with a commitment to doing things better.

Today, Foothills Outdoor Design operates as a comprehensive turnkey operation, with Nick serving as General Contractor and maintaining a special focus on pool installations. The company handles nearly everything in-house, with electrical work being the only outsourced service. Courtney brings her creative expertise to the team, handling design work in both 3D and 2D formats, helping clients visualize their dreams and select the perfect colors and layouts for their spaces.

The August 2024 Pool of the Month installation is in West Knoxville’s Valley Glen neighborhood. This pool design perfectly exemplifies the company’s problem-solving prowess. Faced with a small yard, limited access and a dramatic 25-foot elevation drop from front to back, the team had to think creatively. Their solution? Craning the pool over the house – a spectacular sight that drew attention from neighbors and passersby alike.

“This home has a small yard with very limited access, which is why we had to crane it over the house,” Nick explained. “When a customer wants a pool, you find a way to get them a pool. We cater to everyone.”

This fiberglass pool installation features several notable elements:

– The Vision 20′ pool design in the Ice Silver color, perfectly proportioned for the space
– Salt water chlorination system
– Custom-built water feature with travertine cap and sheer descent
– Multi-function Jandy LED lights
– Techo-Bloc pavers for the surrounding hardscape (in champlain grey with a chocolate border)
– Five-foot depth throughout

The project went beyond mere pool installation, too, as the team added significant hardscaping elements including steps and extensive rockwork to address the challenging terrain. “Although this backyard had a limited footprint, we were able to accommodate the homeowner’s expansive vision,” Nick noted.

The success of Foothills Outdoor Design stems from their unwavering commitment to two core principles: prioritizing quality over quantity and treating every project as if it were their own backyard. This approach, combined with their emphasis on clear communication and attention to detail, has earned them a sterling reputation throughout their service area, which includes Knoxville, Maryville and all of Blount County in Tennessee.

Their comprehensive service offerings extend beyond pool installation to include paver installation, retaining walls, water features and custom fireplaces – all designed to create cohesive outdoor living spaces that truly transform their clients’ properties.

As the August 2024 Pool of the Month winner, Foothills Outdoor Design has demonstrated that with the right combination of expertise, determination and creativity, even the most challenging spaces can be transformed into beautiful backyard retreats. This winning installation showcases their ability to overcome obstacles while maintaining their commitment to excellence in every aspect of their work.