Client Spotlight: Katie Goins
Project Overview
After talking about building a pool for nearly a decade, the Goins family partnered with Clarkson Pools to transform their Jacksonville backyard into a permanent gathering space for family and friends. By carefully incorporating existing pavers, preserving mature palm trees, and leaning on expert design guidance, they successfully turned a ten-year dream into a reality.
“It was a dream of mine forever to have a home with a pool.”
The Challenges
Decade-Long Vision and Evolution Phase:
- Spent nearly ten years discussing the project
- Trial solutions like fire pits failed.
- Struggled to define actual backyard utility
Design Integration and Technical Execution:
- Faced overwhelming material and design decisions
- Needed heat-resistant and comfortable surfaces
- Preserve existing landscape
BEFORE
AFTER
Our Approach
The Goins family partnered with Clarkson Pools to leverage expert design guidance to turn ideas into a cohesive, functional plan. Through close collaboration, they successfully navigated material choices, preserved existing landscaping, and maintained open communication to bring their custom pool vision to life.
What set our process apart:
- Unbeatable, highly responsive customer service
- Patient, expert design and material guidance
- Proactive and consistent project communication
- Ongoing support even after construction wrapped
One of her favorite memories happened almost immediately after the project was finished. The family gathered outside one February evening as the sun began setting over their brand-new backyard.
“It was just beautiful and surreal.”
The Solution
A backyard that met the requirements of the family through expert design guidance, proactive communication, and customized planning that seamlessly integrated their existing landscaping.
The Backyard They Had Imagined
What was once an underutilized yard is now a stunning custom oasis featuring a large pool, mature palm trees, and integrated pavers that bring a decade-long family dream to life.
Built to Relax
No need to travel when your ultimate getaway is just steps away. This backyard transformation gives the family a peaceful, private escape to unwind and vacation right at home.
Backyard
Destinaion
The newly transformed space has become the ultimate neighborhood gathering spot where friends and family regularly congregate for swimming, weekend cookouts, and built-in entertainment.
The Results
The project successfully transformed the Goins family’s backyard into a dream oasis complete with a custom pool that serves as a permanent gathering space for family and friends. What was once an underutilized yard is now a vibrant hub where their children swim daily, neighborhood kids naturally congregate, and the family enjoys built-in weekend entertainment.
The client saw immediate improvements:
- The family no longer needs to look for places to go on weekends since they now have a destination home.
- The backyard successfully became the primary hangout spot where neighborhood friends naturally want to gather.
- The Goins Family gained a peaceful retreat to walk outside, sit by the water, and unwind after a busy day.
- The space fulfilled a decade-long vision, creating a surreal “pinch-me” environment for family cookouts and milestones.
Looking back, Katie believes choosing the right builder made all the difference.
“The quality of their build and their product is just outstanding.”
Contact Us
Clarkson Pools | 600 St. Johns Bluff Road N., Jacksonville, FL 32225 | info@clarksonpools.com | (904) 223-4050
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