Sienna Pools — Melbourne premium fibreglass and concrete pool builders
Build the Pool You've Always Dreamed Of
Custom fibreglass and concrete pools designed and installed by Melbourne's most trusted team. Owner-operated, no middlemen, guaranteed quality from first call to first swim.
Melbourne's Backyard Pool Specialists
At Sienna Pools, we believe a swimming pool should be seamlessly integrated with your home and reflect your personal style. Your new pool should be a beautiful extension to your property — adding lasting value and daily enjoyment for your family.
What sets us apart is simple: you deal directly with the business owners — Steve and Patrick — from your very first consultation through to handover. No project managers, no middlemen, no surprises. Just two passionate craftsmen building pools they'd be proud to swim in themselves.
Two Premium Pool Options
From quick-install fibreglass to fully bespoke concrete — we have the expertise to deliver the perfect pool for your Melbourne home.
Fibreglass Pools
Barrier Reef Fibreglass Pools
The only fibreglass pools in Australia with the five-tick Australian Standards certification — guaranteeing safety, durability, and quality you can trust for decades.
- Installs in as little as 2–4 weeks
- Smooth non-porous surface resists algae
- Never needs resurfacing — pre-formed shell
- 11 premium shimmer colour options
- Low long-term maintenance costs
Concrete Pools
Fully Custom Concrete Pools
Built entirely from scratch on your site using reinforced steel and shotcrete. The gold standard for bespoke design — any shape, size, finish, or feature you can imagine.
- 100% custom — built to your exact vision
- Ideal for sloping, irregular, or narrow blocks
- Infinity edges, curves, vanishing ends
- Glass bead, quartz, stone, ceramic finishes
- Seamless integration with landscaping
Pool Gallery
A selection of fibreglass and concrete pools we've designed and built across Melbourne and surrounding suburbs.
The Owners You'll Deal With Directly
At Sienna Pools, the people who answer your call are the same people who build your pool. No middlemen, no handoffs — just Steve and Patrick, every step of the way.
Patrick
Co-Owner & Lead ConsultantPatrick brings decades of hands-on pool building experience to every project. He'll visit your site, talk through your ideas, and make sure every detail is planned before a single shovel breaks ground.
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Steve
Co-Owner & Construction LeadSteve oversees every build from excavation to handover. His meticulous attention to detail and commitment to quality craftsmanship ensures your pool is built exactly to specification — and lasts a lifetime.
0425 719 061Our 7-Step Building Process
We've refined our process over two decades to make pool building as smooth and stress-free as possible for Melbourne homeowners.
Documentation
Permits, engineering, insurances, site plans and material selections.
Setout & Excavation
Position confirmed, site prepared and excavation completed.
Crane & Shell
Fibreglass shell craned into position on prepared base material.
Plumbing & Steel
All pipework, cables, conduits and structural steelwork installed.
Curing
Concrete cures 28+ days. Fibreglass bond beam settles 7 days.
Equipment Install
Pumps, filters, solar, gas or heat pump heating all commissioned.
Handover
Water balanced, systems running, full walkthrough — then you swim.
11 Premium Shimmer Colours
From classic ocean blues to modern grey tones and warm sandy hues — every colour is a shimmer finish that catches the light beautifully.
Whether you're after a deep midnight blue, a fresh Pacific green, or a contemporary Hampton grey, your pool will complement your home and landscape perfectly.
Browse the full colour range
Premium Interior Finish Options
Each finish produces a distinct water colour, texture and character. Choose from five premium options to create a pool that's entirely your own.
Custom colour options let your concrete pool reflect your home's style and surrounding landscape. From soft coastal blues to deep modern charcoals, coloured finishes enhance water tone, reduce glare, and create a truly bespoke look.
Explore all finishesWhy Melbourne Homeowners Choose Us
Owner-operated
Steve and Patrick are on every single project. You'll have direct access to the people who actually build your pool.
Fully accredited
SPASA VIC members, VBA registered, and the only builder offering five-tick Australian Standards certified fibreglass pools.
Open communication
We maintain an open dialogue throughout every stage of your build — you'll always know exactly what's happening and when.
Local Melbourne experts
Based in Pakenham, servicing all Melbourne suburbs. We know Victorian soils, council requirements, and local conditions inside-out.
Truly custom designs
Every pool is tailored to your block, lifestyle, and vision. No cookie-cutter solutions — just pools designed around you.
We handle everything
Permits, engineering, construction, equipment, and handover — one team, one point of contact, complete accountability.
Melbourne Permits & Pool Regulations
Building a pool in Victoria involves several legal requirements. Here's what every Melbourne homeowner needs to know — and how Sienna Pools manages it all for you.
Building Permit Required
A building permit is mandatory for all swimming pools in Victoria under the Building Act 1993 and Building Regulations 2018.
- Application submitted to your local council or a registered private building surveyor
- Structural engineering drawings must accompany the application
- Permit fees vary by council — typically $800–$2,500
- Construction cannot begin until permit is issued
Mandatory Pool Fencing
Victorian law requires compliant pool barriers on all swimming pools under the Building Regulations 2018 — Part 8.
- Minimum 1.2m high non-climbable barrier on all sides
- Gates must be self-closing and self-latching, opening away from pool
- No climbable objects within 900mm of the inside of the fence
- Barriers inspected and certified by a registered building surveyor
Setback & Siting Rules
Pools must comply with siting regulations governing proximity to property boundaries, easements, and existing structures.
- Typically must be set back at least 1m from side and rear boundaries
- Cannot be built over easements or underground services
- Soil conditions and drainage must comply with AS 1926.1
- Siting plans reviewed as part of the permit application process
Water & Safety Standards
All pools must meet Australian Standards for safety and water management to protect both occupants and the environment.
- Compliant with AS 1926.1 and AS 1926.2
- Pool water must not drain to street, stormwater or waterways
- Backwash and drainage must connect to sewer with council approval
- Electrical work must be carried out by a licensed electrician
Pool Safety Inspections
Victoria introduced mandatory pool and spa safety barrier registration from 2020 under amendments to the Building Act 1993.
- All pools must be registered with your local council
- Barriers must be inspected by a registered building inspector
- Inspection required every 4 years following registration
- Certificate of barrier compliance must be lodged with council
Why Use a Registered Builder
Using a VBA-registered builder like Sienna Pools ensures your project meets all Victorian legislative requirements from day one.
- VBA registration guarantees builder accountability and insurance
- Domestic building insurance (DBI) required for work over $16,000
- Builder manages all permit applications and inspections on your behalf
- Avoids costly non-compliance rectification after the fact
Sienna Pools handles every permit, inspection, and compliance requirement for you. Steve and Patrick have managed hundreds of pool approvals across Melbourne and are fully across Victorian council requirements, AS standards, and VBA obligations.
Request Your Free Quote
Tell us about your project and one of our owners — Steve or Patrick — will be in touch within one business day to arrange a free, no-obligation site consultation.
