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Custom Pools & Outdoor Living in Tampa, Florida
Bring the Way You Live Outside.
Your backyard should feel like a natural extension of your home. Cardosa Development creates custom pools and outdoor living spaces designed around the property, the architecture, and the way you want to enjoy your home throughout the year.
A Complete Outdoor Environment
More Than a Pool in the Backyard
A great outdoor space is not created by placing separate features around a property and hoping they work together.
The pool, patio, outdoor kitchen, covered areas, lighting, hardscape, landscaping, and connection to the home should all feel like part of the same vision. Cardosa Development plans pools and outdoor living spaces as one complete environment — creating backyards that feel intentional, functional, and connected from every angle.
Whether the project is part of a new custom home, a major renovation, or a transformation of your existing backyard, we coordinate the major elements from planning through completion.
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Designed for Tampa Living
Built for the Way Florida Lives
In Tampa, outdoor living is not limited to one season. It is where families gather, friends are entertained, meals are shared, and everyday moments happen throughout the year.
The right outdoor space can create more room to relax, cook, dine, swim, entertain, and enjoy the property without adding another enclosed room to the home.
Our goal is to create an outdoor environment that feels comfortable, usable, and visually connected to the architecture around it.
STEPS TO CREATING YOUR CUSTOM HOME
Step 1
Find your Lot
Until you have a clear understanding of your property's size, shape, and location, we can’t fully determine the best home design for you. Whether you already own a lot or need assistance finding one, Cardosa Development is here to help.
It All Starts Here
Property Considerations:
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View: We’ll orient your home to maximize the best views and natural settings.
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House Direction: We consider the direction your home faces (NSEW) to optimize the floor plan and design.
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Sun Exposure: We assess sun exposure to enhance your home, pool, and landscaping plans.
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Site Elevation: We ensure the property is “high and dry” or build it up accordingly. We also conduct soil testing for foundation suitability.
Need Help Finding Property?
Check out our Available Lots page.
Create a Budget
Establish a budget based on your lifestyle and stick to it. Our team will help you stay on track by highlighting common pitfalls and guiding you through the financial planning process.
Preferred Lenders
We work with several types of loans, including:
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Construction-to-Permanent Loans for FHA
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VA Loans
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Conventional Loans (80% and 90% LTV)
We even have lenders who offer 100% LTV for well-qualified professionals.
Don’t Need Financing?
No problem. Many of our clients pay in cash. We follow a similar draw schedule to banks for progress payments.
Need Financing Advice?
Contact Us
Step 3
Choose a Design
Floor Plan Development
"What your mind can conceive, our hands can create." Choose a design from our portfolio or let us custom design a home to fit your lifestyle. With over 1,000 custom homes completed, we have a design to suit your needs.
If our existing designs don’t meet your needs, our design professionals will start from scratch to bring your vision to life.
Personal Attention
Our executives provide individual attention to every client throughout the design phase, ensuring your home reflects your unique style and needs.
Step 2
Secure Financing
Building a custom home is a detailed process. Typical construction timelines range from 6-10 months but can vary. Here’s an estimated schedule:
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Permitting: 1 month (Varies with local municipality workload)
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Design Selections: 1 month (Depends on the level of detail)
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Foundation & Vertical Construction: 1-3 months
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Trades Rough-In (electric, HVAC, plumbing): 2 months
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Drywall: 2 months
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Interior Finishings: 2 months
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Move-In and Enjoy!
Custom vs. Production Builders
Unlike production builders who repeat the same designs, custom builders require personalized design time, longer permit approvals, and customized materials and labor.
Ready to Start Building?
Step 4
Home Construction
STEPS TO CREATING YOUR CUSTOM HOME
Step 1
Find your Lot
Create a Budget
Establish a budget based on your lifestyle and stick to it. Our team will help you stay on track by highlighting common pitfalls and guiding you through the financial planning process.
Preferred Lenders
We work with several types of loans, including:
-
Construction-to-Permanent Loans for FHA
-
VA Loans
-
Conventional Loans (80% and 90% LTV)
We even have lenders who offer 100% LTV for well-qualified professionals.
Don’t Need Financing?
No problem. Many of our clients pay in cash. We follow a similar draw schedule to banks for progress payments.
Need Financing Advice?
Contact Us
Step 3
Choose a Design
Floor Plan Development
"What your mind can conceive, our hands can create." Choose a design from our portfolio or let us custom design a home to fit your lifestyle. With over 1,000 custom homes completed, we have a design to suit your needs.
If our existing designs don’t meet your needs, our design professionals will start from scratch to bring your vision to life.
Personal Attention
Our executives provide individual attention to every client throughout the design phase, ensuring your home reflects your unique style and needs.
Step 2
Secure Financing
Building a custom home is a detailed process. Typical construction timelines range from 6-10 months but can vary. Here’s an estimated schedule:
-
Permitting: 1 month (Varies with local municipality workload)
-
Design Selections: 1 month (Depends on the level of detail)
-
Foundation & Vertical Construction: 1-3 months
-
Trades Rough-In (electric, HVAC, plumbing): 2 months
-
Drywall: 2 months
-
Interior Finishings: 2 months
-
Move-In and Enjoy!
Custom vs. Production Builders
Unlike production builders who repeat the same designs, custom builders require personalized design time, longer permit approvals, and customized materials and labor.
Ready to Start Building?
Step 4
Home Construction
It All Starts Here
Property Considerations:
-
View: We’ll orient your home to maximize the best views and natural settings.
-
House Direction: We consider the direction your home faces (NSEW) to optimize the floor plan and design.
-
Sun Exposure: We assess sun exposure to enhance your home, pool, and landscaping plans.
-
Site Elevation: We ensure the property is “high and dry” or build it up accordingly. We also conduct soil testing for foundation suitability.
Need Help Finding Property?
Check out our Available Lots page.
Until you have a clear understanding of your property's size, shape, and location, we can’t fully determine the best home design for you. Whether you already own a lot or need assistance finding one, Cardosa Development is here to help.
Cardosa Development made building our dream home an enjoyable journey. Noel's expertise and the team's dedication were impressive. We couldn't be happier with the result.
Sarah M
Our commercial project went smoothly, thanks to the professional team at Cardosa Development. The new building is exactly what we needed, and the quality is outstanding.
John P
Noel had great ideas for our kitchen and living room remodel, and his team brought them to life beautifully. Barbara was always available to answer our questions and keep things on track. We love the new look of our home!
Emily R
We chose Cardosa Development for our office renovation and couldn't be more pleased. The team was efficient, detail-oriented, and easy to work with. The new space is functional and stylish.
Mark T
Satisfied Clients
Cardosa Development made building our dream home an enjoyable journey. Noel's expertise and the team's dedication were impressive. We couldn't be happier with the result.
Sarah M
Our commercial project went smoothly, thanks to the professional team at Cardosa Development. The new building is exactly what we needed, and the quality is outstanding.
John P
Noel had great ideas for our kitchen and living room remodel, and his team brought them to life beautifully. Barbara was always available to answer our questions and keep things on track. We love the new look of our home!
Emily R
We chose Cardosa Development for our office renovation and couldn't be more pleased. The team was efficient, detail-oriented, and easy to work with. The new space is functional and stylish.
Mark T
Satisfied Clients
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