Outdoor shower constructed from pressure treated wood and corrugated galvanized steel panels. The unit is freestanding and sits over a stone filled dry well drainage system. The hot and cold water supply lines are underground and come from the adjacent residential structure. Photo: H B Jenkins Sr.

Natural Pools

Harold Leidner Landscape Architects

Multi Level Backyard

The Pool Man Inc.

water

D-CRAIN Design and Construction

Backyard spa, fireplace and bar

JJ Hayden Inc

The pool/spa is small enough that it can be kept to Jacuzzi temperatures in the winter yet large enough to feel as though it is a natural hot spring. Pennsylvania field stone was used to bring the colors deeper into the landscape surrounding the spa

Just pools and water features!!

Liquidscapes

Howard Roberts

Neo-Traditional Cottage

David Thorne Landscape Architect

When we teamed up with this young family for a renovation, we created an outdoor space satisfying the needs of all the members of their family. An outdoor fireplace and cooking area provide spaces for evening socializing. The landscape has multiple activity areas for the children -- a lawn, a lap pool specially designed for games of water volleyball, and a sport court. Tucked away behind the Japanese maples is an outdoor shower that allows for a refreshing dip amid nature. Throughout the landscape, we mixed formality with touches of whimsy -- spiral topiary boxwood, bright dashes of colorful flowers, contrasting textures. Photography by Treve Johnson

My Houzz: Eye Candy Colors Fill an 1800s New Orleans Victorian

Corynne Pless

Pool Remodel & Renovations

Harold Leidner Landscape Architects

Portola Valley

Fannie Allen Design

Outdoor eating and lounging by the pool Photos by David Duncan Livingston

Garden House

Dave Adams Photography

French inspired garden home by landscape architect David Gibson. Architectural & Interior Design Photography by http://www.daveadamsphotography.com

Barbarine

Lewis Aquatech

Poolside Outdoor Living Space Makeover in Grapevine, TX

Archadeck of Northeast Dallas

A total renovation of this backyard pool including new tile, re-plastering in a tranquil hue of Mediterranean blue. A new tanning ledge was added to the pool complete with bubblers. A new aggregate concrete area integrated into the existing pool surround. Notice how we created a custom niche to house the clients’ shade umbrella as part of the design – so custom! A new channel drain was added between the new and old patio areas to ensure water drains properly. The new gable-end covered patio addition was tied into the existing roofline. The patio cover features an open gable end with decorative (crow’s feet) details. On the interior of the covered patio we used a Hardie board finish to retain the originality of the existing home. In addition to finishing the new patio cover interior, we also installed the same Hardie board to the existing covered area on the back of the home. This enabled us to unify the existing and new structure in a way that makes the addition feel original to the home. This is an area that Archadeck of Northeast Dallas-Southlake is so well-known for! Also within the covered patio is the new 9-foot bar whcih has a TV mounted overhead. We coordinated installation of speakers with the speaker company. They did the wiring when the ceiling finish was still open and then they came back out to finish the installation. Archadeck added plenty of lighting and multiple ceiling fans within the space. Adjacent to the covered patio, Archadeck installed a privacy wall to keep all the pool equipment within reach but out of view.

Freeform

Pool Environments, Inc.

Randy Angell, Designer Ten foot tall Oklahoma ledgestone walls enshroud the multiple water features on this project. At one end of the pool, the raised spa is tucked between stone columns with a cantilevered plant ledge, complete with LED lighting behind a 10' long rain curtain. The pool is flanked on either end with sheer descent waterfall tall vertical channels of glass tile.

Contemporary Gem

Knaak Design Group

Eclectic Green 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 eclectic 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 eclectic 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 eclectic 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 eclectic 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 eclectic 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.