Posts by Kimberley Pederson
When is the best time to build a pool in Northern NSW?
Every spring, we get the same phone call: “We’d love to be swimming by Christmas.” It’s a completely fair question. Christmas in Northern NSW means long afternoons outside, kids in the water and wet towels over every chair in sight. Of course you want the pool ready. But a beautiful pool does not begin on…
Read MoreWhy Byron Bay families trust Livin’ as their lifestyle pool builder
There’s something about Byron Bay that changes how you see your home. Maybe it’s the light — that golden, late-afternoon glow that spills across the hinterland and settles on everything like it’s giving you permission to slow down. To actually live in the space you’ve built. To stop saving the good stuff for “one day.”…
Read MoreWhat happens before dig day: the Livin’ process from first enquiry to breaking ground
Dig day is an exciting day for our clients. The day the excavator rolls in, the first bucket of soil comes up, and suddenly, after months of planning , something is actually happening. Your backyard is never going to look the same again! But here’s the thing nobody tells you: what protects your build, your…
Read MorePebblecrete Pool Care & Costs: Everything You Need to Know in 2026
If you’re researching how much it costs to resurface a pebblecrete pool, how to clean one properly, or whether repairs are even worth it – you’re not alone. Every week, we chat with homeowners across the Gold Coast, Tweed Heads, and Byron Bay who are wondering the same thing. Maybe your pool is looking a…
Read MorePebblecrete Swimming Pools: Everything You Need to Know (From Mix to Maintenance)
This one’s close to our hearts. Pebblecrete swimming pools have been a staple of Australian backyards for decades and for very good reason. They’re timeless, incredibly durable, and when done right, they create the most beautiful backdrop for family memories, summer laughs, and long afternoons in the water. We get asked a lot about pebblecrete…
Read MoreWhat Does It Really Cost to Build a Pool in Australia? (2026 Update)
You know that moment when you’re standing in your backyard, maybe with a cold drink after a long day, and you can just picture it – the kids splashing around, friends gathered for those perfect summer evenings, that satisfied feeling after your morning swim. We’ve been helping families turn those daydreams into reality for over…
Read MoreConcrete Plunge Pools – Little Pool, Big Vibe
By Livin Construction Co. — family-owned, two decades in construction, building custom concrete plunge pools that turn tight spaces into private retreats. A Plunge Pool that fits your life Imagine stepping outside after a long day and seeing a concrete plunge pool that’s just yours. Not a giant lap pool you’ll never swim. A perfectly…
Read MoreProject Spotlight Currumbin:
A Checkerboard Dream – Our Bathhouse-Inspired Backyard Transformation – Currumbin This one was something truly special. From the moment our incredible clients came to us with their vision for a lush, green-and-white, bathhouse-inspired backyard, we were all in. Think checkerboard tiles, timeless marble and stone textures, and a fully tiled pool that feels like something…
Read MoreBackyard Bliss: Creating Your Dream Pool & Outdoor Sanctuary with Livin Construction Co
At Livin Construction Co, we believe your backyard should be more than just a space — it should be your sanctuary. A place where life slows down, family connects, and you feel proud every time you step outside. Whether you’re dreaming of a serene plunge pool, a resort-style entertainer’s oasis, or a full backyard transformation,…
Read MoreWhy We Use Mineral Filtration in Every Pool We Build — And Why It Matters
From Kylie & Billy, Founders of Livin Construction Co. At Livin Construction Co, we believe a pool should be more than just beautiful — it should be a space that feels incredible to swim in and enhances your wellbeing every single day. That’s why we include Evolution Mineral Filtration systems as a standard feature in…
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