North Andover

Aquaknot Pools, Inc.

Edgewater - Nature Inspired Waterfall & Swimming Pool

CAVINESS LANDSCAPE DESIGN, INC.

The homeowner had purchased the home which was exactly what they wanted but they did not like the style of the existing pool, and hired us to come up with a design that would compliment the surrounding woods and style of the home. We removed the existing pool and reconfigured the design to accomodate the entertaining needs of the family. Award winning pool and spa design. An L-Shaped backyard provides the perfect setting for a spa - pool combination. Natural boulder waterfall and a small stream connecting the spa and pool areas give a peaceful environment for the homeowner. Design and Construction by Caviness Landscape Design, Inc. J. Orthwein Photography

Murrieta Estate

Element Pools & Spas, Inc

Photo taken with instagram filter, #elementconstruction, Element Construction

Outdoor Seating

Homes by Design

The rear of this home features dining and entertaining spaces, outdoor kitchen, huge pool with fountains and infinity edge, waterslide, swim-up bar and hot tub. Adjacent to the outdoor kitchen, this seating area has a gas fireplace with a TV mounted above it.

Backyard Paradise in Southwest Ranches

Van Kirk & Sons Pools and Spas

This luxury oasis was inspired by tying in the existing home architecture to create a seem less feel. A perimeter overflow 360 spa, custom water, and fire bowls made by Van Kirk & Sons Pools & Spas, bar table for dining in the pool itself, and tanning ledge with LED bubblers make this the ultimate paradise for luxury living.

Mountain Lake Pool

Medallion Pool Co.

Nestled above Lake Toxaway near Asheville and Brevard, North Carolina, the Mountain Lake Pool epitomizes the natural surroundings and includes a stream and waterfall from the front of the house, under a bridge and around the left-in-place boulder to the left in the photo. A grotto and "swimming hole" top off the experience as the water flows around the stepping stones and over another waterfall.

Deloache - Old Preston Hollow Spec Home

Bella Custom Homes, Inc.

Rear Elevation, Stacy Brotemarkle, Interior Designer

Port Royal

Herscoe Hajjar Architects, LLC

Hampel

Parrot Bay Pools & Spas

Magnolia Oceanfront Lagoon Style Pool

Kalmia Design

Magonolia Mass ocean front naturalistic oversized pool with water fall features, stepping stones dividing beach entry

Texas Hill Country Residence

User

The 5,000 square foot private residence is located in the community of Horseshoe Bay, above the shores of Lake LBJ, and responds to the Texas Hill Country vernacular prescribed by the community: shallow metal roofs, regional materials, sensitive scale massing and water-wise landscaping. The house opens to the scenic north and north-west views and fractures and shifts in order to keep significant oak, mesquite, elm, cedar and persimmon trees, in the process creating lush private patios and limestone terraces. The Owners desired an accessible residence built for flexibility as they age. This led to a single level home, and the challenge to nestle the step-less house into the sloping landscape. Full height glazing opens the house to the very beautiful arid landscape, while porches and overhangs protect interior spaces from the harsh Texas sun. Expansive walls of industrial insulated glazing panels allow soft modulated light to penetrate the interior while providing visual privacy. An integral lap pool with adjacent low fenestration reflects dappled light deep into the house. Chaste stained concrete floors and blackened steel focal elements contrast with islands of mesquite flooring, cherry casework and fir ceilings. Selective areas of exposed limestone walls, some incorporating salvaged timber lintels, and cor-ten steel components further the contrast within the uncomplicated framework. The Owner’s object and art collection is incorporated into the residence’s sequence of connecting galleries creating a choreography of passage that alternates between the lucid expression of simple ranch house architecture and the rich accumulation of their heritage. The general contractor for the project is local custom homebuilder Dauphine Homes. Structural Engineering is provided by Structures Inc. of Austin, Texas, and Landscape Architecture is provided by Prado Design LLC in conjunction with Jill Nokes, also of Austin. Cecil Baker + Partners Photography

Sater Design Collection's 6935 "Casa Bellisima" Home Plan

Sater Design Collection, Inc.

The Sater Design Collection's luxury, Italian home plan "Casa Bellisima" (Plan #6935). saterdesign.com

Montana Lodge

White Cloud Design

Natural-Form Pool and Creek Bed Feature

Epic Pool

W.A. Bentz Construction, Inc.

Sunken Fire Pit in Pool Island

Platinum Poolcare

This amazing home features a backyard patio and pool area with a spectacular custom pool with many features including island which feature sitting areas and fire pit a spa as well as incredible slide which goes into the swimming pool. The pool measures roughly 2300 square feet, and has a deep end of 10'0". The spa is raised and has 12 therapy heads. There is LED colored lighting throughout the project. There is a 300 square foot zero depth beach entry into the pool with agitator jets to keep the water moving. There is also a sunshelf within the pool. The lazy river wraps around the sunken island, and the current in the lazy river is propelled by a commercial waterpark quality pumping system. The sunken island has lighting, a fire pit, and a bridge connecting it to the decking area. There is an infinity edge on one edge of the pool. The pool also has an in-floor cleaning system to keep it clean and sanitary. The swimming pool also has the ability to change colors at night utilizing the amazing LED lighting system. The pool and spa exposed aggregate finish is French Gray color. The slide that cascades down the grotto is custom built. The waterfall grotto also provide a thrilling jump off point into the deepest part of the pool. This amazing backyard was designed and built for a home in Bull Valley Illinois.

Traditional Brick Patio, Garden and Pool Lounge Furniture

Hive Home

Brick pavers pool surround with white pergola. Iron pool furniture with custom cushions, custom white marble table.

Natural Hill Country Multi Level Pools

Mike Farley Pool Designer, SWD, ASLA

Natural Hill Country Multi Level Recreation and Diving Pools with Oversized Spa. Designed by Mike Farley, constructed by Claffey Pools. Limestone slabs quarried onsite.

Tuscany

Naddour's Custom Metalworks/Baltic Iron Doors

Sherman Oaks | Hillside Backyard & Pool Construction

Moda Outdoor Living

Elevate your space with a hillside pool! Our experts craft stunning pools that harmonize with nature's beauty. Dive into luxury, blend with nature, and create memories that will last a lifetime. Contact us to build your dream escape!

Expansive 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.