01Greater Houston
Geometric Retreat
From an open lawn to a finished outdoor living space — stone decking, a swim-ready geometric pool, and an integrated raised spa.
Established 1974 · Custom Pool Builder
SculptingWaterintoArchitecture.
With over 50 years of expert craftsmanship, Creative Lifestyle Pools transforms Houston backyards into curated liquid sanctuaries.
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Limited Offer · Existing Pools
30-Day Free Trial for Existing Pools
Homeowners with an existing swimming pool may qualify for a 30-day free trial. Eligibility is based on your pool and current system — call to find out if your pool qualifies.
Call (281) 455-9691
Swimming Pools Custom Designed and Owner Installed in Houston, TX
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With over 50 years of experience, Creative Lifestyle Pools builds custom pools with expert craftsmanship, innovative features, and eco-friendly solutions bringing your backyard vision to life.
Exclusive Pool Technology
The Ozone Pool Advantage.
Our exclusive technology keeps your pool water up to 99% pure 24/7.
99%
Pure Water
24/7 continuous purification
3000×
Faster Than Chlorine
Industry-leading ozone technology
90%
Chemicals Eliminated
Toxic byproducts removed
Ozone Pool · Crystal Blue
Naturally brilliant blue — no colored pebbles required.
Soft, Silky Water
So gentle on skin, hair & eyes you won't want to get out.
Pure 24/7
Ozone keeps the water 99% pure around the clock.
Ozone Pool Purification
So Pure. So Soft. You Won't Want to Get Out.
Our ozone technology is 3,000 times faster than chlorine. As a matter of fact, 90% of toxic chemicals are eliminated.
The water is so pure that it will be amazingly blue without needing to have uncomfortable colored pebbles in your pool's interior.
The water is so soft you won't want to get out! Your skin, hair and eyes will thank you.
Just towel off and don't get in the shower — because you will get dirty!
The Owner's Promise
A Pool That Feels Different. Guaranteed.
Every Ozone pool we build is designed, supervised, and finished by our family-led crew. No subcontractor shortcuts, no chemistry surprises — just water that stays crystal-clear with a fraction of the maintenance.
Most owners spend roughly 10 minutes every few days on upkeep. The water is gentle on skin, hair, swimsuits, and equipment — which is why so many of our clients are repeat customers and referrals.
10 minAvg. Upkeep / Week
Family-LedOwner On Every Build
About UsCall (281) 455-9691
Five Decades of Waterfront Heritage.
Creative Lifestyle Pools isn't just a builder; we are Houston's trusted artisans of the backyard. Since the 1970s, our family-led team has combined old-world craftsmanship with tomorrow's ecological technology — delivering expert craftsmanship, innovative custom designs, and eco-friendly solutions homeowners love.
50+Years Experience
2.4kPools Delivered
Jim Monkemeir
Owner · Creative Lifestyle Pools
Meet the Owner
Built by someone who stays on site.
Jim Monkemeir is the owner behind Creative Lifestyle Pools — the person who meets you in the backyard, sketches the design, and remains reachable long after the water is clear.
Clients know him for personal follow-through: references you can call, timelines that match what was promised, and a crew that does its own work from steel to startup. The relationship does not end when the pool is finished.
DirectOwner-led design & builds
On callPersonal service after startup
On the Job
Hands on every phase — from rebar to final rinse.
Jim works alongside the build: marking layout, checking steel, and standing behind the craftsmanship Houston families trust for decades.
Field craft
Gunite · Steel · StartupOwner present. Work done right.
Why Homeowners Trust Us
Precision, innovation, and lasting beauty in every project.
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Trusted Expertise
Over 50 years of experience building high-quality pools that last.
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Custom Pools That Last
Custom pools crafted to fit your lifestyle and elevate your backyard.
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Eco-Friendly & Easy
Innovative, sustainable features for effortless, beautiful outdoor living.
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Trusted & Fair
Transparent pricing and a commitment to exceeding expectations.
Verified Client Stories
Built on trust,
measured in decades.
5.0/5
Verified Review
"Stop Searching — You've Found Your Pool Builder!"
Creative Lifestyle Pools truly sets the standard for excellence. I've had my pool for almost six years now, and I can honestly say it's been one of the best investments I've ever made. Maintenance is quick and easy — just 10 minutes every few days keeps the water crystal clear. In all this time, the only replacements we've needed were the pool robot and filter cover — that's it! Jim has been phenomenal to work with. Any time I've had a question or concern, he's responded personally and promptly, often the same day. When I was researching pool builders, I met with four different companies for quotes. Jim stood out immediately — he provided two and a half pages of references. Every single person gave glowing feedback. Our pool parties have become legendary — all thanks to Jim and the team.
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Tabbatha Lagares
6-Year Owner · Spring, TX
Verified Houston Clients · Click a name to read their story
Become Our Next Story→Selected Works · 2015 — 2026
A portfolio
carved in water.
We build as many as 15 pools at a time — each one designed and finished by the same family-led crew. Browse the archive and tap any image for the full frame.
2.4kPools built
50+Years active
23On display
Water in Motion
Rock falls, spillways, and living water.
A quiet loop from a Creative Lifestyle Pools backyard — fire bowls, cascading stone, and the sound Houston evenings are built around.
23 / 23 projects
"Your backyard, photographed next."
Results · Before & After
The yard you start with. The water you finish with.
Side-by-side transformations from Creative Lifestyle Pools — clear labels, real projects, and the craftsmanship Houston homeowners notice the moment they walk outside.
02Houston, TX
Sheer Cascades
Custom stacked-stone spillways brought into focus — clear water and glass-like sheets that turn the pool edge into architecture.
Contact Us
Begin Your Project.
Ready to transform your backyard? Fill out the form and Jim will personally reach out to discuss your vision, timeline, and budget.
Business Hours
Monday – Friday8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
SundayBy Appointment
Exclusive Whole Home Technology
The Whole Home Water Purification Advantage.
This system purifies every drop of water coming into the home to 99%. It is silky soft to the touch — extended to every faucet, shower, and appliance.
The System · Installed
A complete whole-home purification system, professionally installed and ready to deliver pure water to every fixture.
Inside the Unit
Advanced ozone-based purification engineered to treat every gallon entering your home.
Storage & Delivery
Pure, alkaline-balanced water held and delivered on demand — silky soft to the touch.
Whole Home Purification
Every Gallon. Purified to 99%.
Our exclusive Whole Home Purification System purifies every drop of water coming into your home to 99%.
The water is so silky soft to the touch and healthy. It is alkaline instead of being acidic — a true difference you can feel with every shower, every glass, every moment.
Every faucet, every shower, every appliance benefits. Drinking, bathing, laundry, and cooking all share the same pure, great-tasting water — no bottled water, no single-fixture filters required.
Why It Matters
Healthier Water. Gentler on Everything.
Most municipal water arrives slightly acidic and loaded with the byproducts of chlorination. Our system shifts it to a balanced, slightly alkaline profile — closer to what your body actually wants.
Skin, hair, plumbing, and fixtures all last longer. Soap lathers better. Coffee tastes cleaner. And you can stop second-guessing what comes out of the tap.
99%Home Water Purity
AlkalineNot Acidic
Pool Financing Made Simple
Flexible financing options available through our trusted partner, Lyon Financial.