Add warmth and beauty to your outdoor living space with a fireplace or fire pit. Westbank will build one to match your architecture, in a variety of stones, styles and materials.
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Choose a fireplace when you want a focal point and a fire pit when you want people gathered all the way around. An outdoor fireplace is tall and vertical. It anchors a covered patio or outdoor room, directs warmth toward one seating area and can hold a TV above it. A fire pit is low and open, so views stay unblocked and seating circles the fire. Fire bowls are a third option: smaller features, often on the pool’s edge or on columns, that pair fire with sheer descents and spillways. Gas features light at the touch of a button and leave no ash, which suits fire near water. Wood-burning features give the crackle and smell of a real fire. The choice affects the gas line, clearances from the house and trees, and what your city and HOA allow, so it is settled early. Westbank Pools builds fire features in the stone and style of your home.
Updated November 5, 2026
At a glance
It doesn’t matter whether you want a grand fireplace or an elegant fire pit that leaves your views unblocked. A fire feature creates warmth and ambiance for evenings outdoors and extends the season into cooler months.
Fire bowls at the pool’s edge pair with sheer descents and spillways, so fire and water become one feature, and every fire feature is planned with the rest of your backyard.
A fireplace is a vertical focal point. It anchors a covered patio or outdoor room, can hold a TV above it, and directs warmth toward a seating area. A fire pit is low and open, so people gather all the way around it and views stay unblocked.
Fire bowls are a third option: smaller features, often set on the pool’s edge or on columns, that pair fire with water features and spillways.
Gas fire features start at the touch of a button and leave no ash, which suits fire bowls and features near the pool. Wood-burning fireplaces and pits offer the crackle and smell of a real fire.
Your choice affects the gas line, the design of the feature and what your city and HOA allow, so it is decided early in the design.
A fire feature needs clearance from the house, structures, trees and furniture, and seating at a comfortable distance. Wind direction matters for both smoke and flame.
Planned with the rest of the backyard, fire becomes part of the evening view from the house, the spa and the pool.
Every fire feature can be built in a variety of stones, styles and materials to match your architecture.
| Option | Works best for | Things to consider |
|---|---|---|
| Outdoor fireplace | Covered patios and outdoor living rooms. | A tall structure that becomes the focal point; plan views around it. |
| Fire pit | Open gathering spaces where you want views kept open. | Seating goes all the way around, so allow space for chairs. |
| Fire bowls | Pool edges, columns and pairing fire with water. | Usually gas, designed with the pool and its water features. |
| Linear fire feature | Modern designs and long, narrow spaces. | A clean line of flame that suits contemporary homes. |
These images are illustrations of design concepts, not photos of finished Westbank projects. See the photo gallery for completed work.
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“Audra and the Westbank team are A+. They built our new pool and spa which we are very happy with, and their attention to detail/reliability for follow-ups have been extremely positive. Would highly recommend.”
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“David, Travis and the Westbank team did an amazing job on our built up deck and pool. It’s been about a year now and we love it.. everything from the design to construction process was well communicated. We are so happy with the final Product as well as continued support after the fact.”
“Working with Travis @ Westbank Pools has been an incredibly smooth and professional experience. From the moment I reached out, their team was prompt, attentive, and focused on delivering a custom design that matched both my vision and the aesthetics of my property.”
“We have had our glorious pool from Westbank Pools for a year now… and we couldn’t be more pleased. They have been so easy to work with, and responsive, when the inevitable problem arises (thank you, Texas weather). Armando, Edward, and Audra… all very honorable professionals, whom I cannot recommend more highly.”
“Westbank Pools was great to work with through pool design all the way through the finished product. Great team and they did exactly what they said. Would highly recommend Westbank Pools for your pool/outdoor living space.”
Yes, all our outdoor kitchens, fire pits, and seating areas are fully customizable to fit your style and functional needs.
Absolutely! We specialize in seamless integration of outdoor living features with your pool to create a cohesive backyard retreat.
We use high-quality, weather-resistant materials such as natural stone, concrete, wood, and composite decking designed for Austin’s environment.
Contact us to schedule a free consultation. We’ll discuss your vision, budget, and timeline to create a custom plan that fits your needs.
Yes. Fire bowls at the pool’s edge pair with sheer descents and spillways, so fire and water become one feature.
It depends on how you want to use it. Gas is instant and clean; wood offers a traditional fire. Your designer will talk through the options for your yard.
Yes, with the right design and clearances. A fireplace is often the focal point of a covered outdoor room.
Some do, depending on the feature, the fuel and your city or HOA. Permits are handled as part of the project.
Contact us today to schedule a consultation or learn more about our services. Our expert team will guide you from concept to completion, creating a personalized outdoor retreat.
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