Pushing Boundaries With Large Panel Porcelain Tile, One on One With Bo Barnett Artwork

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Pushing Boundaries With Large Panel Porcelain Tile, One on One With Bo Barnett

September 15, 2025 • Pool Magazine • Season 4 • Episode 26

Bo Barnett of GBIV Designs joins us to talk about one of the biggest shifts happening in pool construction today — the move toward large-format porcelain panels. Known for his award-winning projects in Austin and beyond, Barnett explains why porcelain has become the material of choice for luxury builders and designers.

He shares how large porcelain panels create a sleek, modern aesthetic, cut down on grout lines, and perform exceptionally well in exterior environments. We also discuss the technical side: installation challenges, best practices, and what consumers should know before specifying porcelain on their projects.

For professionals looking to stay ahead of trends, this episode delivers practical insight into why porcelain is more than just another finish — it’s changing the standard for what luxury pools can look like.

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