New concrete pools across the Gold Coast.

• Sprayed shotcrete (most common): Excavate, install rebar cage, spray gunite/shotcrete from a high-pressure nozzle to form the shell, hand-screed and cure. Strongest method, allows any shape. ~$55K–$220K. Industry default for canal and architectural builds.
• Block-and-render: Concrete block walls, render-and-waterproof interior. Cheaper, faster, but limited to rectangular and gentle curves. ~$45K–$80K. Good budget choice for rectangular family pool.
• Cast-in-place reinforced concrete: Old-school formed concrete. Rarely used now — shotcrete is superior for almost every case.

Shape language.

• Rectangular / lap: Clean modern look, best for serious swimming, easiest to add lane lines. Cheapest. 8m×3m to 14m×4m typical.
• Freeform: Curved organic edges, follows the natural landscape. Great for acreage and lifestyle blocks. Adds 15–30% to cost vs rectangular.
• Infinity edge / knife-edge weir: One or more edges has zero rim — water cascades into a hidden trough below. Spectacular for canal and view blocks. Adds $25K–$60K vs standard.
• Beach entry / zero depth: Pool gradually rises from 0mm depth to swimming depth. Great for toddlers and dogs. Adds $8K–$15K.
• Integrated spa: Spa pocket adjacent to or built into the pool, shared filtration. $12K–$25K additional.

Interior finishes.

• Pebble (Pebblecrete, Quartzon, Diamond Brite): Aggregate-and-cement matrix. Textured grippy surface, 8–15 year primary lifespan on the Gold Coast (salt accelerates wear). ~$8K–$14K for an 8m pool. Most common.
• Quartz / Quartzon: Quartz aggregate, smoother and more durable than pebble. 15–25 year lifespan. ~$12K–$20K.
• Full mosaic tile: Glass or ceramic mosaic over the entire interior. 30+ year lifespan if grout maintained. ~$25K–$50K for an 8m pool. Premium finish.
• Solid tile: Larger porcelain or stone tile. Premium architectural look. ~$35K–$70K.

Build timeline (typical 8m×4m rectangular concrete pool).

1. Week 1–2: Site prep, excavation, dewatering setup if needed, rebar installation.
2. Week 3: Shotcrete spray + curing. Plumbing rough-in.
3. Week 4–6: Render / waterproof. Coping installation. Tile / pebble interior prep.
4. Week 7–9: Interior finish (pebble or tile). Fill, balance, commission equipment.
5. Week 10–12: Surround paving, glass fence, landscaping. Form 23 inspection. Handover.

Engineering & compliance.

• Structural engineer-certified rebar plan (cage diameter, spacing, lap)
• QBCC Form 17 lodged with private building certifier
• Hydrostatic-uplift design for low-water-table sites (Coombabah, parts of Helensvale)
• Canal-corridor setback compliance for waterfront blocks
• QDC MP 3.4 / AS 1926.1 barrier integration in design
• Form 23 final Pool Safety Certificate from registered inspector