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Understanding Project Budgets at Prolific

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Every project we build is custom. The ranges below are designed to help you understand typical investment levels and make informed decisions before design begins.
These figures provide clarity early in the process so expectations are aligned before planning moves forward.

Prolific Outdoor Living Packages

*Pricing ranges shown are for planning purposes only and reflect typical project scopes and site conditions. Final pricing is determined after design development, engineering review, and site evaluation, and may vary based on materials, complexity, and permitting requirements.*

Everyday Pool

$150,000 – $200,000

Best for:
Homeowners seeking a refined, timeless pool designed efficiently around their property and long-term use.

Typically includes (Standard Package):

  • Custom gunite pool design with optional spa integration

  • Premium pebble interior finish

  • Patio and coping

  • LED pool lighting and essential automation

  • Finished landscape and landscape lighting

  • Required safety features, fencing, and cover

  • Permits and engineering

  • Automation with pool heater

What increases cost:
Larger pool footprints, added depth, upgraded decking materials, or site access constraints.

Well-suited for phased outdoor development.

Preferred Pool (Most Popular)

$200,000 – $400,000

Best for:
Clients who want elevated design, added comfort, and a more immersive outdoor experience.

Includes everything in the Standard Package, plus the option to add:

  • Pavilion or covered structures

  • Expanded patio areas

  • Outdoor kitchens

  • Fire features

  • Water features

What increases cost:
Spas, larger decking areas, premium finish upgrades, or advanced lighting and automation.

Feature availability and scope vary by project, and not all features are included by default.

Luxe Pool

$400,000+

Best for:
Properties requiring architectural-level design, complex engineering, or a fully integrated
outdoor living environment.

Includes everything in the Standard Package, with access to all Enhanced features, plus:

  • Larger pool sizes and upgraded material selections

  • Pool house with optional full bathroom

  • Outdoor kitchen with wet bar

  • Integrated water and fire features

  • Higher level of design coordination across the entire property

What increases cost:
Complex engineering, multiple features, custom structures, or challenging site conditions.

Final inclusions are determined during design development to ensure each project aligns with the property, goals, and long-term use.

Professional
Design Services

Design is required for all projects

Every project begins with professional design services to ensure accuracy, clarity, and buildability. All design tiers include construction-ready drawings developed to professional standards and prepared for municipal compliance and permitting. These are not conceptual sketches, each design is created to support precise pricing, approvals, and a smooth construction process.

2D Construction Drawings

Starting at $1,975

Best for:
Projects where layout, scale, and regulatory compliance are the primary focus.

Includes:

  • Scaled 2D construction drawings

  • Layout, dimensions, and elevations as required

  • Prepared for municipal review and permitting

  • Suitable for accurate construction pricing

2D Construction Drawings + 3D Rendered Images

Starting at $2,975

Best for:
Homeowners who want to fully visualize the design before construction begins.

Includes:

  • Everything in the 2D Construction Drawings package

  • Photo-realistic 3D rendered images

  • Material and finish visualization

  • Improved clarity for selections and approvals

2D Drawings + Rendered Images + 3D Video

Starting at $3,975

Best for:
Projects where experience, proportion, and interaction matter—and where confident decisions upfront save time later.

Includes:

  • Everything in the 2D + 3D Images package

  • Cinematic 3D rendered walkthrough video

  • Enhanced spatial understanding and circulation

  • Ideal for complex or multi-area projects

Typical Investment Ranges by Service

These ranges reflect real Prolific projects and are provided to help you understand how scope, materials, and site conditions influence overall investment. Final pricing is determined through design and site evaluation.

  • Custom Inground Pools

    $90,000 – $250,000+

    Includes:

    Custom gunite pool design with Prolific Standard Features

    Cost Drivers:

    Pool size, engineering, finishes, site access, added features

    Pool Renovation & Remodeling

    $25,000 – $100,000+

    Includes:

    Finish upgrades to full structural and equipment improvements

    Cost Drivers:

    Interior finish, decking, coping, equipment, added features

  • Patios & Hardscape Installation

    $15,000 – $80,000+

    Includes:

    New patios ranging from concrete, pavers, or stone integrated outdoor living spaces

    Cost Drivers:

    Size, materials, site conditions, walls, steps, fire features

    Patio Renovation & Updates

    $10,000 – $45,000+

    Includes:

    Resurfacing, reconfiguration, drainage correction, material upgrades

    Cost Drivers:

    Existing layout, demolition, drainage, finish selection

  • Landscape Installation

    $15,000 – $75,000+

    Includes:

    Plantings to full-property outdoor environments with lighting and hardscape integration

    Cost Drivers:

    Property size, plant size, grading, drainage, lighting, access, boulders and retainment

    Landscape Renovation & Refresh

    $8,000 – $60,000+

    Includes:

    Targeted updates to complete landscape improvements

    Cost Drivers:

    Existing conditions, scope, drainage corrections, lighting

  • Outdoor Kitchens & Cooking Areas

    $20,000 – $70,000+

    Includes:

    Grill islands with granite counter tops to fully equipped kitchen and bar with utilities

    Cost Drivers:

    Appliances, utilities, finishes, structural requirements

    Outdoor Fireplaces & Outdoor Living Areas

    $15,000 – $85,000+

    Includes:

    Fireplaces, fire pits, seating walls, integrated gathering spaces

    Cost Drivers:

    Materials, size, gas or wood fuel, masonry complexity, site conditions

  • Deck Construction

    $25,000 – $90,000+

    Includes:

    Single-level decks to multi-level custom structures

    Cost Drivers:

    Materials, size, elevation, lighting, railings

    Pavilions, Pergolas & Pool Houses

    $30,000 – $200,000+

    Includes:

    Open-air structures to fully enclosed pool houses

    Cost Drivers:

    Enclosure level, plumbing, HVAC, kitchens

    Home Additions & Expansions

    $80,000 – $300,000+

    Includes:

    Attached roof structure, interior expansions and renovations integrated with outdoor spaces

    Cost Drivers:

    Size, structural work, finishes, utilities

Maintenance Pricing

Maintenance is customized to each property. The ranges below reflect common annual investment levels based on scope, service frequency, and site complexity.

Landscape Maintenance

$3,000 – $15,000+ per year

Property size, plant density, access, irrigation needs, service frequency may affect total cost.

Pool Maintenance

$2,000 – $6,000+ per year

Service frequency, pool size, automation, equipment complexity, year-round vs seasonal service may affect total cost.

Outdoor Living Maintenance

$8,000 – $20,000+ per year

Property size, number of features, service frequency, material types, equipment complexity may affect total cost.

Party Prep Maintenance

$500 – $2,500+ per visit

Property size, service scope, timing, pool condition, and number of outdoor features may affect total cost.

Financing Options

Phased Construction: Build Over Time

Many projects are intentionally completed in phases—often one phase per year—allowing you to spread investment over time while maintaining a cohesive master plan.

A common approach:

  • Phase One:
    Construct the pool and primary patio area — establishing the core entertaining and relaxation space for immediate seasonal use.

  • Phase Two:
    Add a pavilion and fully integrated outdoor kitchen or bar area — enhancing shade, structure, and hosting capabilities.

Phasing works particularly well for projects combining pools, patios, landscaping, and outdoor living structures. When designed properly from the start, each phase integrates seamlessly into the next—without redesign, demolition, or compromise.

The key to successful phasing is comprehensive planning upfront so every element supports the long-term vision.

Financing Through Trusted Partners

For clients who prefer to finance—or combine financing with phasing—we work with HFS Home Improvement Loans, a trusted partner experienced in outdoor construction projects.
 

HFS Offers:

  • Direct-to-consumer funding

  • No home equity or appraisal required

  • No impact on credit to explore options

  • Competitive home improvement terms

  • Funding for single-phase or multi-phase projects
     

Financing can be used to:

  • Complete a full project at once

  • Support a phased build strategy

  • Preserve liquidity while investing in your home

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