This pool and spa is built in an affluent neighborhood with many new homes that are traditional in design but have modern, clean details. Similar to the homes, this pool takes a traditional pool and gives it a clean, modern twist. The site proved to be perfect for a long lap pool that the client desired with plenty of room for a separate spa. The two bodies of water, though separate, are visually linked together by a custom limestone raised water feature wall with 10 custom Bobe water scuppers. Quality workmanship as required throughout the entire build to ensure the automatic pool cover would remain square the entire 50 foot length of the pool. Features of this pool and environment that enhance the aesthetic appeal of this project include: -Glass waterline tile -Glass seat and bench tile -Glass tile swim lane marking on pool floor -Custom limestone coping and deck -PebbleTec pool finish -Synthetic Turf Lawn This outdoor environment cohesively brings the clean & modern finishes of the home seamlessly to the outdoors to a pool and spa for play, exercise and relaxation. Photography: Daniel Driensky

Highland Park, IL Swimming Pool and Raised Hot Tub

Platinum Poolcare

Request Free Quote This pool is perfect for swimming laps or for diving. Both the swimming pool and raised hot tub have Indiana Limestone coping, and the deck is brussels block pavers. The pool has an automatic safety cover with custom stone walk-on lid system, and the hot tub has a waterfall spillover feature. Photos by Linda Oyama Bryan

Courtyard Swimming Pool

Shoreline Pools, Inc.

With an outdoor fireplace, a pool house bar, covered terrace, and a separate, elevated spa, this private swimming pool retreat is enjoyed well into the autumn months. Mella Kernan Architects, Rutherford Associates, Phil Nelson Imaging

Pool Cabana

Orchard Hills Design and Construction, LLC

Stowe, Vermont Pool House

Patterson and Smith Construction, Inc.

Westphalen Photography

Brighton Family Pool and Spa

Neptune Swimming Pools

Contemporary Pool

Colorado Contemporary

Haley Custom Homes

Outdoor Family Retreat

Arbordale Landscaping

Standing in the garden bed we look back at the back entrance framed by two beautiful mature Ginko trees. Natural stone steps take you to the upper patio and sideyard walkway. Family dinners are common out here with a convenient barbecuing spot.

traditional

Pool Environments, Inc.

Randy Angell, Designer The beautiful estate already had a well-designed backyard by a prominent landscape architect. This included the upper spa area, which we had built for the previous owner. The challenge presented by the new homeowner was to create a seamless design that integrated the new with the existing, remained true to the original architects vision, and created a space to be enjoyed by the family's children, as well as the many business and charity event guests that would be frequenting the home.

Lap Pool with Sheer Descent Waterfalls and Retaining Walls

Land Art Design, Inc.

This lap pool maximizes the space in a Bethesda backyard with fieldstone retaining walls that offer privacy and structure. Three sheer descent waterfalls add sound and movement to the swimming pool.

Hildy Lane

Mãkena Interiors

renovated Midcentury Home designed by noted Architect Hugh Kaptur, AIA in 1960.

Dublin, Ca Backyard Entertainment Pool/SpaAll Photos

Creative Environments

This small pool is packed with adventure and entertainment. Our clients had a very small back yard with very big ideas. This yard is the ultimate Creative Environments. The yard was designed with Christopher Lines, Genesis Landscape and Creative Environments.

West Vancouver Estate

Davidson Walker Construction Ltd.

Tucson Travertine

Santa Rita Landscaping, Inc.

Photos by Meagan Hancock

Pinnacle

Elite Pools by Aloha

Designed and built by Elite Pools by Scott, this Classic contemporary pool features a perimeter overflow spa and a 50' vanishing edge. Individually cut Travertine tile and coping are an extension of the homes interior. Coping overhangs water by 3" and the pool's water level was raised in order to give the extra cantilever effect. All tile is black granite. Totally automated. The in-Floor cleaning system in the catch basin is a must. Chemical readings and adjustments are done by a simple to use, hand held remote. The perimeter overflow spa is sunken into the huge tanning ledge and is 1/16" above the pool's water level. Aaron Stone Photography

Lake Forest Reflecting Pool & Spa

Rosebrook Pools, Inc.

Pool and Spa Designed and Built by Rosebrook Pools: 847-362-0400 Reflective rectangular pool with onyx plaster and high gloss black tile. Spa tiled in high gloss black tile, has four side perimeter overflow.

Newport Beach - Belcourt Remodel

David A. Kaech & Associates, Inc.

Rear Elevation - Remodel Photo by Robert Hansen

East Edmond Zen Pool

CAVINESS LANDSCAPE DESIGN, INC.

Minimilist pool and spa design compliments the clean lines of the contemporary home's exterior. Design and Construction by Caviness Landscape Design, Inc. J. Orthwein Photography

California Sustainable Home

Maienza - Wilson Architecture + Interiors

Photo: Narayanan Narayanan, Andrew Petrich

Lap 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.