{"id":66,"date":"2025-12-14T06:19:03","date_gmt":"2025-12-14T06:19:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/content.poolify.ai\/?p=66"},"modified":"2026-10-08T01:23:15","modified_gmt":"2026-10-08T01:23:15","slug":"how-do-i-avoid-regretting-my-pool-design","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/poolify.ai\/content\/how-do-i-avoid-regretting-my-pool-design\/","title":{"rendered":"How Do I Avoid Regretting My Pool Design?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/content.poolify.ai\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/how-do-i-avoid-regretting-my-pool-design.jpg\" alt=\"How Do I Avoid Regretting My Pool Design?\" \/><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/poolify.ai\/content\/how-do-i-compare-pool-design-options\/\">Pool design<\/a> regret usually comes from decisions made too quickly or without seeing how everything fits together. Once a pool is built, changing the size, shape, or placement is difficult and expensive. Avoiding regret is about slowing down the right parts of the process and making informed choices early.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This guide explains <strong>how to avoid regretting your pool <a href=\"https:\/\/poolify.ai\/content\/should-i-design-my-pool-before-contacting-a-builder\/\">design<\/a><\/strong>, which mistakes lead to disappointment, and how to make confident decisions before construction begins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/poolify.ai\/content\/how-do-i-avoid-regretting-my-pool-design\/#Most_Pool_Regret_Starts_With_Early_Decisions\" >Most Pool Regret Starts With Early Decisions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/poolify.ai\/content\/how-do-i-avoid-regretting-my-pool-design\/#Common_sources_of_regret\" >Common sources of regret<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/poolify.ai\/content\/how-do-i-avoid-regretting-my-pool-design\/#Design_Around_How_You_Will_Actually_Use_the_Pool\" >Design Around How You Will Actually Use the Pool<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/poolify.ai\/content\/how-do-i-avoid-regretting-my-pool-design\/#Questions_to_be_honest_about\" >Questions to be honest about<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/poolify.ai\/content\/how-do-i-avoid-regretting-my-pool-design\/#Avoid_Locking_in_a_Design_Too_Early\" >Avoid Locking in a Design Too Early<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/poolify.ai\/content\/how-do-i-avoid-regretting-my-pool-design\/#Why_early_commitment_causes_regret\" >Why early commitment causes regret<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/poolify.ai\/content\/how-do-i-avoid-regretting-my-pool-design\/#Keep_Pool_Size_in_Proportion_to_the_Yard\" >Keep Pool Size in Proportion to the Yard<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/poolify.ai\/content\/how-do-i-avoid-regretting-my-pool-design\/#Signs_of_poor_proportion\" >Signs of poor proportion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/poolify.ai\/content\/how-do-i-avoid-regretting-my-pool-design\/#Be_Selective_With_Features\" >Be Selective With Features<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/poolify.ai\/content\/how-do-i-avoid-regretting-my-pool-design\/#Feature-related_regrets_often_involve\" >Feature-related regrets often involve<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/poolify.ai\/content\/how-do-i-avoid-regretting-my-pool-design\/#Think_About_the_Space_Around_the_Pool\" >Think About the Space Around the Pool<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/poolify.ai\/content\/how-do-i-avoid-regretting-my-pool-design\/#Surrounding_space_matters\" >Surrounding space matters<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/poolify.ai\/content\/how-do-i-avoid-regretting-my-pool-design\/#Visualize_the_Pool_Before_Construction\" >Visualize the Pool Before Construction<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/poolify.ai\/content\/how-do-i-avoid-regretting-my-pool-design\/#Avoid_Designing_Without_Budget_Awareness\" >Avoid Designing Without Budget Awareness<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/poolify.ai\/content\/how-do-i-avoid-regretting-my-pool-design\/#How_to_prevent_it\" >How to prevent it<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/poolify.ai\/content\/how-do-i-avoid-regretting-my-pool-design\/#Get_Feedback_Before_Finalizing_the_Design\" >Get Feedback Before Finalizing the Design<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/poolify.ai\/content\/how-do-i-avoid-regretting-my-pool-design\/#Useful_sources_of_feedback\" >Useful sources of feedback<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/poolify.ai\/content\/how-do-i-avoid-regretting-my-pool-design\/#How_AI_Pool_Design_Helps_Reduce_Regret\" >How AI Pool Design Helps Reduce Regret<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/poolify.ai\/content\/how-do-i-avoid-regretting-my-pool-design\/#Key_Takeaways\" >Key Takeaways<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Most_Pool_Regret_Starts_With_Early_Decisions\"><\/span>Most Pool Regret Starts With Early Decisions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Very few homeowners regret <em>having<\/em> a pool. They regret specific <a href=\"https:\/\/poolify.ai\/content\/how-do-i-design-a-pool-for-my-backyard\/\">design<\/a> choices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Common_sources_of_regret\"><\/span>Common sources of regret<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Pool feels too large or too small<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Awkward placement in the yard<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Not enough deck or seating space<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Features that are rarely used<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Poor visibility or flow<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These issues almost always trace back to early planning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Design_Around_How_You_Will_Actually_Use_the_Pool\"><\/span>Design Around How You Will Actually Use the Pool<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Design regret often comes from designing for an ideal scenario instead of real life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Questions_to_be_honest_about\"><\/span>Questions to be honest about<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>How often will I use the pool?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Will this be mostly social or functional?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Who will use it most?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What will I realistically maintain?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Designing for actual behavior leads to better long-term satisfaction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Avoid_Locking_in_a_Design_Too_Early\"><\/span>Avoid Locking in a Design Too Early<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Choosing the first design you see limits perspective.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_early_commitment_causes_regret\"><\/span>Why early commitment causes regret<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Better layouts are never explored<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tradeoffs are not fully understood<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Assumptions go unchallenged<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Comparing multiple options reduces second-guessing later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Keep_Pool_Size_in_Proportion_to_the_Yard\"><\/span>Keep Pool Size in Proportion to the Yard<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Oversized pools are one of the most common regrets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Signs_of_poor_proportion\"><\/span>Signs of poor proportion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Limited walking or seating space<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Yard feels dominated by water<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Landscaping options are reduced<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A balanced layout usually feels more comfortable and upscale.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Be_Selective_With_Features\"><\/span>Be Selective With Features<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Features add complexity and cost. Not all features add enjoyment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Feature-related_regrets_often_involve\"><\/span>Feature-related regrets often involve<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Rarely used upgrades<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maintenance-heavy elements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Features that reduce swim space<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Choosing fewer, high-use features leads to better experiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Think_About_the_Space_Around_the_Pool\"><\/span>Think About the Space Around the Pool<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Regret often comes from focusing only on the pool shell.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Surrounding_space_matters\"><\/span>Surrounding space matters<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Decking and patios<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Seating and shade<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pathways and circulation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Views from the house<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A pool should enhance the entire backyard, not just the water area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Visualize_the_Pool_Before_Construction\"><\/span>Visualize the Pool Before Construction<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is difficult to judge scale and flow without seeing the design in context.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Visualization helps you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Identify awkward placement<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Spot overcrowding early<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Compare layouts objectively<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make confident decisions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Seeing the pool in your actual backyard often changes priorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Avoid_Designing_Without_Budget_Awareness\"><\/span>Avoid Designing Without Budget Awareness<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Budget-related regret happens when expectations and reality collide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_prevent_it\"><\/span>How to prevent it<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Set a realistic budget range early<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Understand which design choices drive cost<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Remove unnecessary complexity before construction<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Designing with cost in mind reduces disappointment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_Feedback_Before_Finalizing_the_Design\"><\/span>Get Feedback Before Finalizing the Design<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fresh perspectives help catch issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Useful_sources_of_feedback\"><\/span>Useful sources of feedback<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Family members who will use the pool<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Professionals familiar with pool layouts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Visual comparison of alternatives<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Feedback is most valuable before plans are finalized.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n\n<div style=\"background: linear-gradient(135deg, #0066ff 0%, #0099ff 100%); border-radius: 12px; padding: 32px 24px; text-align: center; margin: 40px 0;\">\n  <p style=\"color: #ffffff; font-size: 20px; font-weight: 700; margin: 0 0 8px 0;\">See Your Dream Pool in Your Actual Backyard<\/p>\n  <p style=\"color: #d4e8ff; font-size: 15px; margin: 0 0 16px 0;\">Upload a photo of your yard and see a pool designed into it, usually in about a minute. 3 free designs, no account needed.<\/p>\n  <a href=\"https:\/\/poolify.ai\/try-free?utm_source=content&#038;utm_medium=cta_block&#038;utm_campaign=article_cta\" style=\"display: inline-block; background: #ffffff; color: #0066ff; font-weight: 700; font-size: 16px; padding: 12px 28px; border-radius: 8px; text-decoration: none;\" data-umami-event=\"cta-click\" data-umami-event-location=\"article-cta\" data-umami-event-product=\"poolify-app\">Try Poolify Free \u2192<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_AI_Pool_Design_Helps_Reduce_Regret\"><\/span>How AI Pool Design Helps Reduce Regret<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">AI pool design tools allow homeowners to explore multiple layouts quickly and visualize designs in context. By comparing options early, it becomes easier to identify what truly works and avoid decisions that lead to regret.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tools like Poolify focus on this early planning stage, helping users refine designs and commit with confidence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways\"><\/span>Key Takeaways<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Most pool regret comes from early design choices<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Designing for real use prevents disappointment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Comparing multiple options reduces second-guessing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Proportion and surrounding space matter<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Visualization before building is critical<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Avoiding pool design regret is about clarity. The more clearly you understand how the pool will fit, function, and feel before construction, the more likely you are to enjoy it for years to come.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Pool design regret usually comes from decisions made too quickly or without seeing how everything fits together. Once a pool [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":175,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"","ast-site-content-layout":"default","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","ast-disable-related-posts":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"default","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"footnotes":""},"categories":[3,4],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-66","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-backyard-planning-and-layout","category-before-after-pool-designs"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/poolify.ai\/content\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/66","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/poolify.ai\/content\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/poolify.ai\/content\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/poolify.ai\/content\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/poolify.ai\/content\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=66"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/poolify.ai\/content\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/66\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":4994,"href":"https:\/\/poolify.ai\/content\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/66\/revisions\/4994"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/poolify.ai\/content\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/175"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/poolify.ai\/content\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=66"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/poolify.ai\/content\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=66"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/poolify.ai\/content\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=66"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}