Crystals sparkle in an amazing outdoor light fixture to illuminate an elegant lounge area adjacent to the spa. Patio Renaissance deep seating with oversized lounge chairs of curving frames and plush cushions. A modern design coffee table and outdoor rug complete the outdoor room. Photography by Jimi Smith.

West Plano Clean Modern Pool + Fire

Randy Angell Designs

Pool House

Paragon Custom Builders

The Pool House area of this estate has space for several activities to occur simultaneously.

Porter Residence

Dove Mountain Homes

Robin Stancliff

Outdoor Entertainment and Massive Pool

Jesse York, Landscape Designer

This stunning outdoor living project redefines luxury and leisure, creating a private oasis that centers around an expansive perimeter overflow pool with a mesmerizing vanishing edge. A sophisticated swim-up bar and lounge area complement the aquatic masterpiece, offering a perfect setting for relaxation and social gatherings. Adjacent to the pool is a state-of-the-art outdoor kitchen and bar, equipped with modern amenities and a large TV wall, ensuring entertainment and culinary excellence are always within reach. A spacious covered dining area provides a sheltered space for alfresco meals and celebrations, enhancing the outdoor living experience. Designed to maximize the enjoyment of outdoor spaces, this project seamlessly blends luxury, functionality, and natural beauty into a cohesive and inviting environment, making it an ultimate backyard experience.

Mapleton

Harper & Company, Inc.

West Side Alamo Auto Cover Swimming Pool

Creative Environments

This was such an enjoyable project because we had a trusting client with a vision of what they wanted in their existing yard and knew they had a talented team of artisans that could help transform their yard. We had so much fun working with our clients on this project that our team never once felt like we were going to work

Children swimming in a natural swimming pool with waterfalls. Opt for natural healthy water instead of harsh chemicals.

Sublime Sanctuary - Pool

Drewett Works

Water flows over the edge of a sleek, glass-tiled pool at this hillside home in north Scottsdale. The temperature-controlled pool makes it ideal for year-round fun. Project Details // Sublime Sanctuary Upper Canyon, Silverleaf Golf Club Scottsdale, Arizona Architecture: Drewett Works Builder: American First Builders Interior Designer: Michele Lundstedt Landscape architecture: Greey | Pickett Photography: Werner Segarra https://www.drewettworks.com/sublime-sanctuary/

Mountain Home Retreat

Alderwood Landscape Architecture and Construction

This expansive project includes a custom fire pit with a gorgeous view of Newman Lake, a large pool, and a massive boulder water feature overlooking the entertainment space.

1120 Loma Vista

SOL Tile & Marble, Inc.

A serene backyard oasis features an infinity-edge pool and spa, gourmet Kalamazoo kitchen and lounge areas overlooking the lights of L.A.

Custom Pool and Backyard in Boca Raton

Van Kirk & Sons Pools and Spas

This custom pool and spa have everything a backyard needs. The custom pergola over the spa rains water to keep you warm. There is also a raised wall with 2 bubblers and a fire feature.

Ponce Davis

Preschel + Bassan Studio

Beach Style Pool

Dallas Inwood Estates Transitional Modern Swimming Pool + Courtyard

Randy Angell Designs

Masterfully Designed Outdoor Living Space in Arcadia

Unique Landscapes and Custom Pools

After a day of fun outdoors, it is always nice to spray off before going back into the house. This complete shower is tucked away around the corner of the house to add to the feel of privacy.

Riverside

Wahoo Pools Group, Inc.

Bayadere Newport Beach

William Guidero Planning and Design

Large 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.