Atlanta Sugarloaf Traditional Outdoor Living Space

This large backyard had an impressive infinity pool, hot tub, waterfalls and outdoor fireplace, but needed some cozying up. Susan Currie Design reconfigured the layout for outdoor furniture to make the space functional and inviting. Near the grill, we have a set of tables and chairs for quiet afternoon lunches in the shade. Another seating area in front of the fireplace welcomes dinner guests to linger over drinks and stargaze in the evening. By the pool, chaises and a small side table are perfect for relaxing with a book or magazine. Teal fabric on the newly upholstered seating and umbrella in a teal color scheme tie in with aqua color of the pool water, and make the seating areas feel cool and refreshing. Under the covered porch, the homeowners have what are essentially an outdoor living room and dining room. Close to the house, these areas are easy to bring food and drinks out to from inside, and offer a delightful view of the pool and surrounding yard. Because it is covered, this area will stay cooler through much of the day than the rest of the yard, but black drapes are available to close off the area to any direct sun that may find its way in, and add a dramatic finishing touch. An Indonesian teak log planted with succulents brings life to the dining table.

Gumnut Grove

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Matthew Niemann Photography

Geometric - Jimmy Jacobs - San Antonio

Cody Pools, Inc.

Geometric pool with copper scuppers, large raised spa with spillway and inpool barstools.

COASTAL CONTEMPORARY POOL AND SPA

Mirage Landscape

A stunning Coastal Modern Pool/Spa Design/Build project in the Luxury Neighborhood of Crystal Cove. The project was a complete overhaul of a previous yard and replaced with an elegant pool, perimeter flow spa, custom hardscaping, landscaping, water features, Fire Features and finished with well crafted Low Voltage Lighting.

Welty Architecture packed all exterior space with design, clean lines and function.

Wailea Highlands Residence

ARQUITECTURA

Architect- Marc Taron Contractor- Trend Builders Interior Designer- Wagner Pacific

Pool

Stephen Dalton Architects

Rico Castillero

For the sun and fun seekers there is a pool with a tropical reef mosaic pattern made up of handmade glass tile and swim up bar.

Outdoor Living

The Gall Group: Design | Build | Remodel

This pool bath was added in a niche that was previously open to the outdoors when the house was built. The exterior brick was removed from the outside walls creating an extra 6 inches of space around the perimeter and allowing for a small but functional pool bath.

Custom Timber Cabana with Spa Bar

Tipton Spires Design|Build

#BestOfHouzz, International Award winner, Regional Gold winner. 2020 Pinnacle award winner and Worlds Greatest pools. Featured in Luxury Pools + Outdoor living magazine

Torrefino Ct.

G2 Studios / G2 Aquatics, Inc.

Transitional Custom Home on Lake Clarice in Windermere

Element Home Builders

Island Getaway

Drost Landscape Design Construction & Maintenance

Pool Designs

Visionscapes Land Design, Inc.

Princeton Estates

Brenner Architecture Group

Crayton Road- Old Naples

Waterside Builders Inc

Equisite Backyard Getaway | Multiple Entry Pool

Vollmer Custom Pools LLC

Custom-shaped Pool Design Ideas with Tile

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.