Create a seamless connection between your pool, your property and the view beyond it with a custom infinity edge pool from Essig Pools. Also known as a vanishing edge pool, negative edge pool or overflow pool, this luxury pool design allows water to flow over one or more edges, creating the appearance that the water extends into the horizon.
Since 1981, Essig Pools has designed and built custom swimming pools throughout Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach and surrounding South Florida communities. Whether your property overlooks the ocean, Intracoastal, bay, canal, lake or a beautifully landscaped backyard, our team can design an infinity or wet edge pool around your home, sightlines and outdoor living space.
Essig Pools is also proud to be part of the Aquatech Society, an exclusive, invitation-only organization of professional pool builders. Less than 1% of pool builders in the United States have been approved to join the ranks of Aquatech builders, making this an important distinction for homeowners seeking an experienced and highly qualified custom pool builder.
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An infinity edge pool is a custom swimming pool designed so that water continuously flows over one or more carefully positioned edges into a lower collection area or catch basin.
From the primary viewing angle, the pool edge appears to disappear, creating the signature visual effect of water extending into the surrounding landscape or horizon.
Infinity pools are especially dramatic on:
Waterfront properties
Elevated homes
Properties with ocean, bay, canal or lake views
Hillside or sloped lots
Contemporary and luxury residences
Outdoor living spaces designed around a focal view
Infinity pools may also be called:
Infinity edge pools
Vanishing edge pools
Negative edge pools
Overflow pools
Zero-edge pools
Our design team evaluates your property’s architecture, elevation, views and outdoor space to determine how an infinity edge can best enhance the overall design.
For homeowners who prefer a clean, contemporary appearance, a wet edge pool or perimeter overflow pool can create an exceptionally sleek waterline.
Instead of water flowing over a single disappearing edge, a wet edge design may allow water to overflow along multiple sides of the pool into a concealed collection channel.
The result is a smooth, reflective water surface that can create the appearance of a sheet of water floating within the landscape.
Wet edge and perimeter overflow pools pair especially well with modern architecture and can be combined with:
Integrated spas
Sun shelves and tanning ledges
Water features
LED pool lighting
Custom tile and interior finishes
Modern pavers and decking
Outdoor kitchens and entertainment areas
Custom landscaping
Although the terms are sometimes used interchangeably, infinity edge and wet edge pools can create different visual effects.
An infinity edge or vanishing edge pool typically allows water to disappear over one or more strategically positioned edges. The edge is usually aligned with a view so that the pool visually merges with the horizon or surrounding landscape.
A wet edge or perimeter overflow pool allows water to overflow along multiple edges, often creating a completely level, mirror-like water surface and a highly architectural appearance.
Both designs require specialized hydraulic systems, water management and precise construction.
The best choice depends on your property, architecture, views, desired aesthetic and budget. Essig Pools can help you evaluate the options and determine which design works best for your home.
A successful infinity edge pool starts with the property itself.
During the design process, Essig Pools evaluates factors such as:
Property elevation and grade
Ocean, Intracoastal, bay, canal or lake views
Primary sightlines from inside the home
Outdoor entertaining areas
Pool orientation
Structural and engineering requirements
Drainage and water management
Catch basin configuration
Equipment placement
Landscaping
Decking and hardscape
Local building codes and permitting requirements
South Florida is particularly well suited for infinity pool design because many homes are built around waterfront views and year-round outdoor living.
Essig Pools designs custom pools throughout communities including Miami, Miami Beach, Coral Gables, Pinecrest, Key Biscayne, Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton and surrounding areas across Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties.
An infinity pool should look effortless, but creating that effect requires careful planning.
The pool structure, overflow edge, catch basin, pumps, hydraulics and water-management systems must all work together properly.
Essig Pools designs each infinity or wet edge pool around the individual property rather than relying on a one-size-fits-all approach.
Your custom pool can incorporate features such as:
Add a custom spa that complements the shape, elevation and architectural style of your infinity pool.
An integrated spa can create a cohesive resort-style environment while providing a separate space for relaxation.
A sun shelf or tanning ledge creates a shallow area where homeowners can relax in the water, place lounge chairs or create an easy entry area for children and pets.
These features are particularly popular in South Florida’s warm climate.
Enhance the movement and sound of water with architectural features such as spillways, fountains, water walls or integrated spa overflows.
Water features can also help visually connect different levels of the pool and landscape.
Integrated lighting can transform an infinity pool after sunset.
Strategically positioned LED lighting can highlight the vanishing edge, pool interior, landscaping and architectural elements throughout the outdoor living space.
Tile, coping and interior finishes play an important role in the final appearance of an infinity pool.
Material choices can create a modern, tropical, resort-inspired or architectural look while complementing the home’s exterior.
The best custom pool projects extend beyond the water.
Essig Pools can integrate the pool with pavers, patios, hardscaping and other outdoor living elements to create a cohesive environment for relaxing and entertaining.
Infinity edge pools require a higher level of planning than conventional swimming pools.
The overflow system must capture water efficiently, maintain the correct water level and circulate water back into the main pool.
The design must also account for factors such as wind, evaporation, rainfall, drainage and the configuration of the property.
With more than four decades of experience building custom pools in South Florida, Essig Pools understands the climate, construction conditions and design considerations that come with properties throughout the region.
Our team can guide your project from the initial concept and site evaluation through design, engineering, permitting, construction and finishing details.
Choosing the right builder is especially important when planning a technically demanding project such as an infinity edge, vanishing edge or wet edge pool.
Essig Pools is proud to be a member of the Aquatech Society, an exclusive, invitation-only organization of professional pool builders.
Less than 1% of pool builders in the United States have been approved to join the ranks of Aquatech builders.
Aquatech membership is reserved for pool professionals who meet high standards for:
Construction quality
Professional reputation
Business ethics
Industry knowledge
Ongoing education
Pool engineering and design
For homeowners, this distinction provides another level of confidence that their pool is being designed and built by a company committed to high professional and construction standards.
Essig Pools has been designing and building custom swimming pools in South Florida since 1981.
Over more than four decades, we have completed thousands of pools and helped homeowners create outdoor environments designed specifically for their homes and lifestyles.
Homeowners choose Essig Pools for:
Aquatech Society membership, an invitation-only distinction achieved by less than 1% of U.S. pool builders
More than 40 years of South Florida pool-building experience
More than 5,000 completed swimming pools
More than 200 industry awards and accolades
Custom infinity edge and wet edge pool design
Experienced pool construction professionals
Lifetime structural warranty
Custom spas and water features
Pavers and outdoor living capabilities
Design, engineering, permitting and construction support
Experience throughout Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties
Every Essig pool is designed around the architecture, landscape and lifestyle of the homeowner.
For an infinity edge pool in particular, that means carefully positioning the disappearing edge to maximize the view and create a finished design that feels naturally integrated with the property.
Design Your Custom Infinity Pool
A beautifully designed infinity edge pool can completely transform the relationship between your home, outdoor living space and surrounding views.
Whether you are planning a waterfront infinity pool, modern wet edge pool, integrated spa or complete luxury outdoor renovation, Essig Pools can help you create a custom design built specifically for your property.
With more than 40 years of South Florida pool-building experience and membership in the exclusive Aquatech Society, Essig Pools brings proven design, construction and industry expertise to every project.
Transformative experiences, professional solutions and satisfied customers. Discover why they choose our services to create unique spaces and enjoy unforgettable moments. Your success story starts here, with the quality that our customers recommend.”
Infinity pools are commonly referred to as infinity edge pools, vanishing edge pools, negative edge pools or overflow pools.
These terms generally describe swimming pools in which water flows over one or more edges to create the visual effect of a disappearing boundary.
Water flows over the infinity edge into a lower collection area or catch basin.
A circulation system then returns the water to the main pool.
The pool, overflow edge, catch basin and hydraulic system must be carefully designed so that the water level and visual effect remain consistent.
Yes, depending on the property and design.
A naturally sloped or elevated lot can make the vanishing-edge effect especially dramatic, but creative architectural design, landscaping and changes in elevation can make infinity pools possible on many different types of properties.
A site evaluation is the best way to determine the options available for your home.
Yes. Waterfront homes are particularly well suited for infinity edge pools.
The disappearing edge can be positioned so that the swimming pool visually connects with an ocean, bay, canal, lake or Intracoastal view.
This can create one of the most dramatic effects available in custom swimming pool design.
Yes.
An integrated spa can be incorporated into many infinity edge and wet edge pool designs.
Depending on the layout, the spa can be elevated, incorporated into the pool perimeter or designed with its own spillway or overflow feature.
Yes.
Tanning ledges, sun shelves and shallow lounging areas can be incorporated into many custom infinity pool designs.
These features can provide additional space for relaxing while maintaining the overall architectural appearance of the pool.
Yes.
Infinity and overflow pools require additional hydraulic and water-management components because the water flowing over the edge must be captured, stored and recirculated.
The exact equipment depends on the size, configuration and design of the pool.
Infinity pools may experience additional evaporation and splash-out compared with some traditional pool designs because water continuously travels across an exposed overflow edge.
Proper hydraulic design, water-level management and equipment sizing help the system operate efficiently.
They can be.
Infinity pools require careful structural engineering, precise elevations and specialized hydraulic design.
That makes builder experience especially important.
Working with an experienced custom pool builder can help ensure that the visual design and mechanical systems function together properly.
The cost of an infinity pool depends on many factors, including:
Pool size
Number and length of overflow edges
Property elevation
Site conditions
Structural requirements
Catch basin design
Pool finishes
Decking
Integrated spa features
Water features
Lighting
Landscaping
Equipment
Engineering requirements
Because every Essig infinity edge pool is custom designed, the best way to establish a realistic budget is through a consultation and site evaluation.
Project timelines vary based on design complexity, engineering, permitting, site conditions, weather and the features included in the project.
Infinity and wet edge pools typically require more planning than conventional pools because of their structural and hydraulic requirements.
Essig Pools can provide a more specific project timeline after evaluating your property and design goals.
Essig Pools builds custom swimming pools throughout South Florida, including communities across Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties.
Service areas include Miami, Miami Beach, Coral Gables, Pinecrest, Key Biscayne, Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton and surrounding communities.
