Unique Companies / Phoenix, Arizona
Phoenix custom pool builder.
Extraordinary backyards.
Custom pools, thoughtful landscapes and complete outdoor living. Designed and built around the way you want to live.
Recognized work.
People you can get to know.
Pinnacle Awards
2023 Winner
2026 Top 10 Pool Builders
Ranking Arizona
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See what’s possible
Extraordinary starts with the work.
Explore a selection of Unique projects. Open any photo for a closer look, or browse the complete project gallery.
Room to unwind.
Freeform pool · Raised spa · Rock water features
Made for evenings together.
Pool & spa · Shaded pavilion · Outdoor dining
Let the view lead.
Pool · Stone water wall · Desert backdrop
The whole backyard, considered.
Pool · Outdoor lounge · Fire table
Stay outside a little longer.
Curving pool · Spa · Water features & lighting
A different kind of night in.
Covered patio · Pool & spa · Water features
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One team. The complete picture.
What would you like to create?
Start with a pool, a remodel or the entire backyard. Our design and construction team can plan the connected spaces together.
Custom pools & spas
From a clean-lined pool to a resort-inspired retreat, design the water around your property and the way you use it.
Complete backyards
Connect the pool, landscape, kitchen, shade and gathering spaces in one considered design and construction plan.
Pool remodeling
Rethink an existing pool and the space around it, from finishes and equipment to a larger backyard transformation.
Landscape & outdoor living
Bring patios, planting, shade, lighting, fire features and outdoor kitchens together for everyday Arizona living.
A different perspective
See the work in motion.
Take a closer look at the pool, landscape and outdoor living spaces from above. The details matter. So does the way everything connects.
The people behind the work
A shared vision. A real team.
Meet the people who bring the ideas, plans and construction together. Unique combines pool, landscape and outdoor living expertise around one complete backyard.
Owner Chris Griffin’s background in civil engineering informs an approach that considers both how a space looks and how it will be built.
Chris Griffin
Owner, Unique Companies
Meet Chris
In our clients’ words
The experience matters, too.
Read feedback from homeowners about the design, craftsmanship and people behind their projects.
Unique Delivers Quality and Care Every Step of the Way!
Went with Unique because I knew it would be done right and with quality components and materials. They regularly checked in to ensure everything was going according to my expectations and answered any questions. Came out exactly the way it should.
Chris Byars
Top-Notch Design, Craftsmanship, and Service
We had an outdoor kitchen built, an outdoor bathroom built, and an expansive irrigation system installed by Unique. We also had their team fix existing drainage issues. The price was competitive, the design process was detailed and complete (and fun), the interactions with the staff were always friendly and professional. The final product was beautiful and matched what was described in the design phase. I highly recommend this company based on their integrity, work ethic, competence, and interactions with their team. This company has created a high benchmark for craftsmanship and client relationships. I recommend them 100%.
Debra Sheets
Flawless Backyard Transformation
We recently had a whole backyard remodel done by Unique. We are thrilled with the final project! It was a long and complicated process (our backyard was 90% gutted) but was so pleasant from start to finish. We had a competent team that would pass on to the next person flawlessly and circle back when needed. We would choose Unique again if we ever found ourselves in need of another backyard remodel. Thanks Unique for hopefully years of backyard fun in the sun!!
Sherri Donovan
Unique Exceeded Expectations!
Kevin from their design team was great. Really listened and took the time to come to our house and sketch things out. Also the building process was great with constant updates thru their web portal. Timeline was wonderful. 7 months start to finish in 2022 during pool build supply chain issues!!!
Cole Philips
From idea to outdoor living
A clearer path to your backyard.
01 / YOUR NEXT STEP
Start the conversation.
Share the property, your ideas and priorities for budget and timing.
02 / YOUR NEXT STEP
Shape the design.
Explore the layout, 3D design, materials and finishes with the team.
03 / YOUR NEXT STEP
Plan the build.
Review scope, engineering, required approvals and construction stages.
04 / YOUR NEXT STEP
Stay connected.
Work through selections, progress updates and the final walkthrough.
05 / YOUR NEXT STEP
Make it your own.
Get to know your new pool and backyard, then enjoy life outside.
Before you get started
Your backyard questions, answered.
Can you design and build my entire backyard?
Yes. Unique combines custom pool design and construction with landscape and outdoor living, including patios, outdoor kitchens, shade structures, fire and water features, lighting, irrigation and drainage. Discuss the complete wish list at the start so the spaces can be planned together.
What affects the cost of a custom pool in Phoenix?
The pool’s size, structure, finishes, equipment, site access and selected features all affect the estimate. A pool-only project differs from a complete backyard with a spa, kitchen and shade structures. Share your priorities and budget goals so the team can discuss an appropriate scope.
Can you remodel an existing pool and backyard?
Yes. Unique focuses on mid-sized to large-scale pool remodels and complete backyard transformations. Depending on the existing conditions, the scope may include finishes, tile, decking, equipment, structural changes and surrounding outdoor areas.
How long does a pool or backyard project take?
Design, engineering, HOA requirements, permits, site conditions, materials and construction scope all affect the schedule. Ask for the expected stages and timing for your particular property once the scope is clear.
What does an engineering-informed design approach mean?
Unique’s design approach considers how the project will be built as well as how it will look. Chris Griffin’s background in civil engineering informs planning around structure, elevations, hydraulics and drainage, with project-specific engineering addressed as required.
Which parts of the Phoenix area do you serve?
Unique serves Phoenix, Scottsdale, Chandler, Gilbert, Mesa, Queen Creek and surrounding Valley communities. Include your project address when requesting an estimate so the team can confirm the service area and discuss your site.
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Your backyard starts with a conversation
Let’s make it uniquely yours.
Tell us about your home and the way you want to live outdoors. We will help you understand the next steps toward a custom pool or complete backyard.
Designed for life in Arizona.
Phoenix, Scottsdale, Chandler, Gilbert, Mesa, Queen Creek and surrounding Valley communities.
Chandler showroom
165 E Corporate Pl, Chandler, AZ 85225
Contact the team to plan your visit.