This was the back yard of the Mid century ranch house in Palm Springs. the home owners entertain a lot and wanted a fun relaxing resort feeling. Woven espresso wicker was used for the modern comfortable look with pops of lime green and yellow. To expand the pool area we added concrete slabs with natural river rock around to break up all the concrete

Private Residence Closter

Mufson Landscape, Pool & Design

322 Studio

Salt Lake City

Deep Blue Pools & Spas, Inc.

20' x 60' Gunite Pool Photo Credit: Francisco Kjolseth

Platte County Paradise

Nature's Touch

Three levels of water, two large rock waterfalls and two fire features make up the luxury swimming pool and deck for Platte County Paradise. The highest pool level features a hot tub from which water spills into the main pool. From the main pool, an infinity edge that runs 30 feet in length spills water down 8 feet into the plunge pool. A slide wraps around a rock water fall and ends in the plunge pool. A beautiful stone and iron staircase escorts you and your guests to the slide. For this rustic design, all rocks were drilled and pinned into the gunnite shell with apoxy. The grotto was built so that swimmers can enter from either side to find seating. The cave is designed to hold a large group for parties. We installed two fire features; one is intended for a large gathering where outdoor couches offer seating. The other feature is at patio level. This luxury pool contains every amenity imaginable including a swim-up bar, full and cabana dry stacked with stone and featuring timber that was selected from the property.

Views in the Valley

Intex Design and Construction

www.IntexDandC.com Large backyard pool, outdoor living space created by Intex Design and Construction

The 20 acre Resort in High Meadow Ranch

Marquise Pools

The entry into the sunken bar and grotto that sits inside the pool, Marquise Pools is just the best at Landscape Architecture and Master Planning Photography by Paul Ladd

Pools

yardscapes Inc.

This "home in the city" wanted a multifunctional pool/spa, so David Kopfmann with Yardscapes created this large spa that could be used as either. He incorporated it into a bluestone patio, along side a wood fire pit.

96 Golden Beach

SDH Studio Architecture and Interior Design

SDH Studio - Architecture and Design Location: Golden Beach, Florida, USA Overlooking the canal in Golden Beach 96 GB was designed around a 27 foot triple height space that would be the heart of this home. With an emphasis on the natural scenery, the interior architecture of the house opens up towards the water and fills the space with natural light and greenery.

Building a Dream Backyard

Braen Supply

Building a Dream Backyard When this homeowner started the design process of a new backyard, Braen Supply was immediately there to supply all the stone materials. The home was part of a new development, so the challenge was to make the home stand out while still addressing specific areas of the existing backyard, such as the steep grade. Working With the Experts Taking the steep grade into consideration, moss rock boulders were selected to create stairs down to the lower area of the backyard where the fire pit sits. The grade of the backyard also allowed for the infinity pool, full color bluestone pattern was selected as the veneer for the back wall of the infinity pool. Braen Supply chose Tennessee gray and bluestone to create a seamless transition from the front of the house to the back of the house. Although they are two different stones, they work nicely together to complete the overall design and tone of the home. It all came together and made the perfect backyard. Materials Used: Belgium Blocks Full Color Bluestone Pattern Bluestone Caps Tennessee Gray Irregular Moss Rock Boulders Full Color Bluestone Irregular Kearney Stone Steps Granite Mosaic Veneer Completed Areas: Front Walkway & Porch Driveway Edging Backyard Walkways Pool Patio & Coping Pool Water Features Fireplace Hearth & Mantal Wading Pool Raised Hot Tub

Small Pool

Urbanscapes LLC

How to fit everything into a small back yard....Pool, entertaining and animal accommodation. Additionally our client wanted low maintenance low maintenance and a year round landscape. The artificial turf was an excellent choice for both low maintenance and pet friendly. To keep small areas of turf in pristine condition provided the conditions is highly unlikely, so the artificial turf was an obvious choice.

Custom Home in Mandarin

Collins Builders

Interior of Pool House

Rentschler Interiors / LAKESTREETSTUDIO

Pool House common area featuring Photo by Alison Shaw.

Freeform Pools

American Heritage Pool Corporation

spool in Indian Ridge Country Club in Palm Desert, CA American Heritage Pool Corporation

Sun City

Premier Outdoor

Pool and Spa with a center boulder water feature. The planter pocket is placed in the center to help soften the hard edges of the hardscape.

Greenwich Waterfront

J.P. Franzen Associates Architects, P.C.

Serendipity Magazine Elegant and gracious waterfront home in Greenwich, Connecticut with separate Pool House. Grand estate features custom cabinetry, custom moldings, custom details throughout. Expansive landscape and outbuildings accommodate family and guest activities. Luxurious living.

Semi In-Ground Pools

Gus Pools

Whether its an in-ground pool or semi in-ground pool, your home or establishment will look great. Professional quality and service. Call today! 718-746-5005

Mansfield PermaCrete Vinyl Liner - Hot Tub

Easton Pool & Spa - Where great backyards begin!

Overflow Pools

AAA Custom Pools

Perimeter Overflow Pools by AAA Custom Pools, Inc #elegance #pooldesign #overflowpool #floridaliving #floridapooldesign http://aaacustompools.com/portfolio-of-south-florida-perimeter-overflow-pool-designer.html

Space with a negative edge

User

Pergolas with outdoor living spaces flank either end of this inviting, negative edge pool and spa. The pool, detailed with mosaic tile, features a large tanning deck and exterior uplighting to highlight the overflowing water. Catching the overflow of both the pool and spa water is a bed of smooth, black, Mexican beach pebble. The outdoor kitchen on one end of the pool is sunken so that the bar-top is even with the pool where in-water bar stools reside. A fireplace and seating area are on the opposite end of the pool under the opposing pergola.

Pool waterfall and Staircase

Matthew Giampietro Garden Design

Large boulder rock waterfalls and stone staircase into a very large swimming pool

Grey 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 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.