Mark Ammen

Belleair Whole-House Remodel and Addition

Located in one of Belleair's most exclusive gated neighborhoods, this spectacular sprawling estate was completely renovated and remodeled from top to bottom with no detail overlooked. With over 6000 feet the home still needed an addition to accommodate an exercise room and pool bath. The large patio with the pool and spa was also added to make the home inviting and deluxe.

Elegant

Pool Environments, Inc.

Randy Angell, Designer The main focal point of this project is the 7' limestone and cast stone wall, with a laser cut steel sculpture, created by Randy Angell. The cast stone columns and center arch echo the architecture of the home and create the perfect backdrop for the raised spa.

HGTV's "Cool Pools - SCUBA POOL"

CAVINESS LANDSCAPE DESIGN, INC.

Featured on HGTV's "Cool Pools", the "Scuba Pool" was inspired by the homeowner's love for scuba diving, so we created stone tunnels and a deep diving area as well as lazy rivers and two grottos connected by a native Oklahoma boulder waterfall. A large beach entry gives young ones plenty of play space as well. These homeowners can entertain large groups easily with this multi-function outdoor space. Design and Construction by Caviness Landscape Design, Inc. photos by KO Rinearson

Traditional Pool and Spa with Raised Beam Wall

User

Dallas Texas custom swimming pool, raised beam, oklahoma flagstone, tanning sun ledge, freeform shape, stamped concrete deck, landscaping, outdoor dining, cedar pergola

Urban Design Associates

Photography: Dino Tonn Builder: RS Homes Interiors: KT Tamm

Spanish Oaks Hacienda

JAUREGUI Architecture Interiors Construction

Spanish Eclectic

Kennett Square Pool House

Archer & Buchanan Architecture, Ltd.

E.S. Templeton Signature Landscapes

Backyard Swimming Pool

Forte Building Group, LLC

Parker

AquaTerra Outdoors

AquaTerra Outdoors transformed the entire environment at this country side estate from a blank slate to a luxurious destination for outdoor living, playing and relaxing. Features of this project include all new pool, spa, fire feature, outdoor kitchen, travertine paver decks and patios, and landscaping. Photo Credit: Daniel Driensky

Harbor Acres

Clifford M. Scholz Architects, LLC

Greg Wilson Photography

Alamo Hillside Modern Home and Pool

Creative Environments

Peter Koenig Landscape Designer, Gene Radding General Contracting, Creative Environments Swimming Pool Construction

Addition & Remodel

RD Architecture, LLC

Backyard and pool The clients were skeptical about whether they should sell and build new or work with what they had. After reviewing our conceptual ideas for what their home could be, the remodel took on a life of it's own. A project that began as a kitchen remodel spread from room to room through the entire house. The end product is a bit of paradise. Juliana Franco Photography

Arizona Lifestyle Resort Style Pool

Tribal Waters Custom Pools

Amazing backyard resort style pool for the Arizona Lifestyle Tribal Waters Custom Pools

Ebony and Ivory - Pool

Drewett Works

Indoor/outdoor living at its finest, this resortlike setting makes entertaining a breeze. A sparkling pool with an integrated spa and sun shelf, along with linear fire features and clean-lined furnishings, suit the home's distinctive design. Project // Ebony and Ivory Paradise Valley, Arizona Architecture: Drewett Works Builder: Bedbrock Developers Interiors: Mara Interior Design - Mara Green Landscape: Bedbrock Developers Photography: Werner Segarra Flooring: Facings of America Limestone walls: Solstice Stone https://www.drewettworks.com/ebony-and-ivory/)

Rowlett Oasis

Weisz Selection Outdoor Living Specialists

Custom freeform pool with beach entry, rock grotto and rock waterfalls surrounded by tropical landscape and travertine patio.

Campbell Family

Richard's Total Backyard Solutions

Toes in the sand, a good book in your hands! Your Staycation Destination is just a few footsteps away. Check out this Staycation Pool Special + Spa combination, which is a 70 perimeter pool with a raised spa. Key features of this pool include: - 70 perimeter freeform pool + raised spa - Comfort decking around the pool with sand & rocks behind the pool for the tumbled paver travertine pathway - Silver Travertine coping - Pool plaster called "Bluestone"

South Tampa Outdoor Kitchen/Pool

Landscape-Fusion

South Tampa Pool Home, modern, bohemian, beautiful and functional space.

Keystone Falls

Ryan Hughes Design

Looking at the home from one of the lounging decks, outdoor living does not end when the sun goes down. A beautiful infinity and all-tile pool and sunken fire pit as well as multiple raised lounge areas allow for enjoyment throughout for all ages. Photography by Jimi Smith

Natural Swimming Pool

Fi Boyle Garden Design

A natural swimming pond sits beautifully into the landscape. Aquatic plants filter the water without the need for chemicals, providing a haven for wildlife as well as a clean and tranquil place to swim.

Custom-shaped 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 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 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 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 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 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.