A trip to Bali....in New Jersey

Ehrich & Ehrich Construction LLC

Wayzata Residence

MSI Custom Homes, LLC

Take a soak in the hottub corner of the pool before going down to the game room or up to the open portico and hearth room. Greer Photo - Jill Greer

NEW WAVE ASIAN

Lewis Aqüi Landscape + Architectural Design

Lewis E. Aqüi

East Edmond Zen Pool

CAVINESS LANDSCAPE DESIGN, INC.

Minimilist pool and spa design compliments the clean lines of the contemporary home's exterior. Design and Construction by Caviness Landscape Design, Inc. J. Orthwein Photography

Guest House - Office

Mark Wryan Design

Asian Inspired Guest House/Pool House - Office

Ocean Reef Fireplace

Epic Stoneworks, Inc.

Architect: Tim Slawson Landscape Architect: Rich Brown of Brown & Crebbin Rough Face Keystone: Larry's Cap Rock & Stone

Garden of Tranquility

Oak Design Group

Welcome to the Garden of Tranquility, a serene retreat where nature and tranquility harmoniously coexist. Nestled within this sanctuary, you will discover a captivating Zen garden, an oasis of serenity and peace. The Zen garden, meticulously designed and carefully curated, immerses you in a realm of simplicity and balance. Smooth gravel ripples like waves, symbolizing tranquility, while meticulously placed stones create a sense of harmony and order. The garden invites you to stroll along meandering pathways, inviting contemplation and mindfulness with every step.

Zen Water Feature With Small Pond in Boca Raton, Florida

Van Kirk & Sons Pools and Spas

This Zen Water Feature With Small Pond in Boca Raton, Florida is the perfect highlight of a backyard oasis retreat!

K Residence Pool & Landscape Terrace Logan village

MM Greenspaces Pty Ltd

Balinese inspired Pool and Tropical Landscape with Meditation Zone, Outdoor Shower & Fire Pit.

The Pool

Conscious Environments Inc.

An aboveground pool and spa along with a water feature creates an amazing view from the interior of the home. The cascading water from the pool and spa provides auditory and visual interest.

Mandevile Canyon Road

Gabor + Allen, inc.

Industrial Modern

AquaTerra Outdoors

Our client wanted a modern industrial style of backyard and we designed and build this outdoor environment to their excitement. Features include a new pool with precast concrete water feature wall that blends into a precast concrete firepit, an Ipe wood deck, custom steel and Ipe wood arbor and trellis and a precast concrete kitchen. Also, we clad the inside of the existing fence with corrugated metal panels. Photography: Daniel Driensky

Modern Outdoor Living

Field of Dreams, Inc.

Swim & Exercise Spas

Mission Valley Spas

Chatswood - Plunge Pool

Crystal Pools

This stylish above ground family plunge pool is the highlight of this beautiful Balinese-styled backyard. Fully lined with deep-blue glass mosaic tiles and incorporating a wet-edge spill-over wall, the overall look and finish is a wonderful balance of clean lines and complimentary aesthetics. A play ledge for the kids runs the length of the pool, and the ascending steps are finished in Travertine tiles. Unobtrusive glass fencing and Asian-inspired garden plants enhance the visual appeal. This wonderful family plunge pool is very low maintenance, incorporating the convenience of a jet back pool cleaner, as well as the comfort of gas heating for year-round enjoyment. Mini excavators were used to ensure minimal disruption to this small and difficult-to-access site. Construction was also challenging, with a lot of rain during excavation. However, the result has thrilled this family and transformed the backyard into a focal point of relaxation and enjoyment.

Fremantle Pool & Outdoor Area Overhaul

Planted Passion

Planted Passion Pty Ltd. This Fremantle client was seeking a sub-tropical/rainforest, almost beach seaside feel in their outdoor areas. A combination of ferns, succulents, strappy leaf plants, golden cane palms and some edible fruit trees were installed, in addition to Sir Walter Buffalo turf/grass. Being located on Fremantle’s sloping hillside - in order to make the most of the view and space, the Pool area also included in the installation of Aluminium screening and gates underneath the pool for storage and access. Limestone blockwork, feature steps and landing stepping stones in addition to decking provided different heights and levels. Formboss galvanised edging around the edge of the lawn and garden beds as well as Limestone brickwork and Marine ply panelling and texture coat around the Pool gives the space death and texture.

Pool Landscape Designs

Spaces Landscape Architecture

Garner Residence

AquaTerra Outdoors

This modern pool with an industrial style has all the bells and whistles including: precast concrete water feature wall, precast concrete water feature wall, ipe deck, modern ipe shade arbor and precast concrete outdoor kitchen. Photography: Daniel Driensky

In-ground Pool with Large built in steps

Mermaid Pools & Hot Tubs

Asian Backyard Pool Design Ideas

Swimming pools are heavenly during hot Australian and New Zealand summers and are the perfect way to cool down, relax, entertain friends and even get fit. A Asian pool can also create visual interest, especially when you consider features like coloured pool tiles, lighting and landscaping. If you are short on space, you might still fit a lap pool, plunge pool or swim spa, all of which could be focal points in your small garden. As you plan your Asian pool design, map out your space and determine what size, shape and style works best for you. Browse the photos on Houzz for design ideas for above ground pools, inground pools, as well as pool landscaping and novelty features like pool slides or water features. Then, save your favourite photos to an ideabook, and get in touch with the experts behind your favourite picks.

What type of pool should I install?

The dimensions of your Asian backyard will determine the type of inground pools you can install. Take into account boundary restrictions and pool fencing compliance. Fibreglass versions are cheaper, and quicker to install; whereas concrete constructions are better suited to tricky sites and give you more freedom in design. If you’re on a tight budget or don’t want to commit to an inground pool, above ground pools are a more affordable alternative. If you only have a small backyard, a plunge pool is a great solution, and can easily run along a boundary wall or down the side of a house. This option is also low maintenance, can be heated for use in winter, and can do double duty as a swim spa. A long, narrow space, on the other hand, could fit a lap pool, whereas a water feature could fill an awkward space. If your backyard features a stunning vista, consider an infinity pool to accentuate the view.

What pool fencing options are available?

While the specifics vary from state to state, fencing is required of most pool designs. However, pool fencing doesn’t have to obscure your Asian pool design. Glass fencing is increasingly popular for this reason exactly, and is available framed, frameless, semi-frameless and even in-ground. A cheaper alternative is aluminium or steel fencing, which, again, are available in a variety of styles: flat top, loop-top, double-top and wire-based.

What pool landscaping features should I consider?

To get the most out of your Asian pool, design an area that offers multiple hangouts. Include a nearby barbecue, dining area, seating for lounging and outdoor shower. Having shaded areas will give you more reason to stay poolside longer, too. Timber decking and stone paving are popular choices for pool surrounds, and are also helpful in creating zones. Just imagine a raised timber platform with a daybed – a luxurious, resort-style addition to any pool design. Leafy trees and rocks will create a more natural-looking oasis, and will help provide more privacy for swimmers. Where you want your landscape to be the main focus, keep pool equipment and furnishings to a minimum.