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We Are Houston’s Premier Landscape Installation & Design Company.

Since 1987, Exterior Worlds has specialized in high-end landscape design, development, implementation and landscape maintenance. By working hard to improve our clients’ quality of life, we have become recognized as one of Houston’s finest and most creative landscape firms. Our firm focuses on a variety of design elements and construction techniques, all of which are geared to enhance the beauty of the property while inspiring thought, creativity and enjoyment. Our unique and memorable landscapes can be seen in Memorial Villages, River Oaks, Piney Point Village, Bunker Hill Village, Hunter Creek Village, Hedwig Village, West University, Tanglewood and Bellaire.

In the initial consultation, the Exterior Worlds’ staff works diligently to help clients define the scope of work, phasing, overall project coordination and budget. The next phase may include conceptual design, design development and final cost proposals. In this phase and during the installation, Exterior Worlds serves as general contractor and may subcontract related installation work such as drainage systems, outdoor water fountains and luxury swimming pools, outdoor kitchens or landscape lighting. Finally, Exterior World’s landscape services provide ongoing maintenance and yard care. Refer to our archive of articles for more details on landscape maintenance services, plantings, tree preservation and related landscape topics.

As professionals in our field, we believe good relationships with our clients are as important as the services we deliver. Integrity, in our client relations and in our corporate services, is one of the cornerstones of our firm.

Robert Irwin, the landscape architect of the Getty Center in Los Angeles, said: “…maybe the world is an art form [and] the gardening of our universe” reveals our participation in that work of art.

For more the 20 years Exterior Worlds has specialized in servicing many of Houston’s fine neighborhoods.

Swimming Pool Construction

Many people question why they would hire a landscape firm to handle their swimming pool construction rather than going directly to a pool contractor. They assume that a pool contractor will naturally have more expertise when it comes to needed materials and design options. While this is true on one level, problems arise on a broader scale with swimming pool construction is handled exclusively by the pool specialist without proper
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Swimming Pool Companies

Plunge In with Swimming Pool Companies Houstonians are lucky. We get to enjoy the out-of-doors almost year ‘round. And one item that ups the ante of that enjoyment is a custom swimming pool. So, if you want to put in a pool or remodel an old one, where do you begin? Most people think it starts with swimming pool companies. While swimming pool companies are a logical assumption, there are
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Swimming Pool Designers

Putting Swimming Pool Designers To Work For You A custom swimming pool sets the stage for the true enjoyment of outdoor living, especially in the Houston climate. Swimming pool designers are one of the stage managers to help make your dream setting, however simple or elaborate, a reality. If your dream entails creating a private oasis in your backyard, swimming pool designers, in conjunction with a project design specialist, can
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Hiring a Houston Swimming Pool Contractor

Do your landscape plans include a swimming pool in your back yard, either a new one or the remodeling of an existing one? If so, let Exterior Worlds be your choice for a Houston swimming pool contractor. To begin with, we will help you with the design aspect. Your choices are plentiful, ranging from lagoon pool designs to waterfall landscape designs to site-specific designs—and just about everything in-between. As
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Swimming Pool Design

The intention of swimming pool design is to improve the property in several respects. First, it creates an exceptionally popular and practical focal point for outdoor entertainment venues. While not everyone may enjoy swimming in a pool, almost everyone enjoys gathering around a pool to relax. Poolside events can be formal or informal and can consist of large or small groups of people. This makes a swimming pool patio the
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Backyard Swimming Pools

Backyard swimming pools are designed by Exterior Worlds as part of our comprehensive backyard landscaping services. Our intention in backyard landscaping is to create outdoor living space equal to or better than that within the four walls of the home. Among other elements such as courtyard design, outdoor kitchens, and formal gardens, backyard swimming pools rank very high on the list of top landscape features of a professional landscape master
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Custom Pool Design

Most people who want a swimming pool want something more than a place to go swimming. This is why Exterior Worlds offers custom pool design services that create swimming pools tailor made to the landscape and lifestyle of the homeowner. On a functional level, people are looking for a gathering place where outdoor parties can be hosted in a setting that is relaxing and fun. On an aesthetic level, they
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Swimming Pools In Houston

Swimming pools in Houston represent a lifestyle beyond swimming. They are symbolic of luxurious outdoor living, and they are almost essential to a high-end landscape plan. When built to scale with the home and with respect for its architecture in mind, they enhance the appearance of any reputable house. For residents who can afford custom pool design and the rigorous maintenance a good pool requires, the benefits justify the investment.
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Swimming Pool Fountain

A custom swimming pool sets the stage for the true enjoyment of outdoor living, especially in the Houston climate. Swimming pool designers are one of the stage managers to help make your dream setting, however simple or elaborate, a reality. If your dream entails creating a private oasis in your backyard, swimming pool designers, in conjunction with a project design specialist, can set the scene with luscious greenery and a
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Sunken Pools add Dimension to the Backyard Landscape

A sunken pool adds dimension to the backyard landscape. When the top of the water is actually below the grade of the yard, it appears special and set apart. This effect can be achieved by building a retaining wall that sharply drops the grade around the pool patio. Many luxury homes actually have these pools as part of the eclectic design of a contemporary indoor room. Exterior Worlds does not
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