"Rose" two-tone marble inlay. From the Graffiti Collection by Kreoo. Featured in an outdoor, poolside deck. Also available in 3D bas-relief. For both indoor and outdoor use.

Las Palmas Oasis

H3K Design

Ketchum Photography

Make It So

Duket Architects Planners

Designed for a family with four younger children, it was important that the house feel comfortable, open, and that family activities be encouraged. The study is directly accessible and visible to the family room in order that these would not be isolated from one another. Primary living areas and decks are oriented to the south, opening the spacious interior to views of the yard and wooded flood plain beyond. Southern exposure provides ample internal light, shaded by trees and deep overhangs; electronically controlled shades block low afternoon sun. Clerestory glazing offers light above the second floor hall serving the bedrooms and upper foyer. Stone and various woods are utilized throughout the exterior and interior providing continuity and a unified natural setting. A swimming pool, second garage and courtyard are located to the east and out of the primary view, but with convenient access to the screened porch and kitchen.

Pool 9509, Courtyard Pool, Vermont South

Neptune Swimming Pools

This spectacular showpiece cleverly incorporates the indoor and outdoor areas of this Latitude 37 home. As the house wraps around the pool, the homeowners are treated to views of their spacious yard at the rear of the property. Our clients wanted a family friendly entertaining space that also doubled as a show stopping centerpiece. Neptune Pools and Latitude 37 fulfilled this by designing and building this contemporary indoor, outdoor living spaces. Ease of access comes in the form of sliding doors that open up into the the pool and outdoor entertaining areas, making the pool a central hub for hosting guests. The sleek rectangular design of the pool complements the innovative geometric details featured throughout the home, adding a modern twist to the family pool. Bisazza Ghiaccio glass mosaic tiles add a luxurious finish to this modern pool. Pairing harmoniously with the neutral colour scheme of the home. Ash grey paving provides a subtle chic contrast emphasising the boldness of this pool design. The pools equipment is also no exception. The Paramount PCC2000 infloor cleaning make cleaning a breeze. The Swimming season can also be extended by the use of the Pentair Mastertemp 400HD gas heater.

Sherwood Project

Popham Interiors

Garten im mediterranen Stil

Gärten von Mähler | Traumgarten.nrw

Außenwhirlpool für 4-5 Personen Gärten von Mähler

Piscine à débordement

Nathalie Odiot Architecture d'Intérieur

Travertin & Bois

Villa in the Hills

Riccardo Caracciolo design&services

Beton- Folienbecken 6,50 x 2,50 x 1,50 m mit Strukturfolie anthrazit

Pro Pool Schwimmbadtechnik

Beton- Folienbecken 6,50 x 2,50 x 1,50 m mit Alkorplan 3000 Strukturfolie Elegance, Einbauteile in Edelstahl, Wandmassage, Gegenstromanlage, Wasserrschwall, Unterflur- Rollladenabdeckung mit Edelstahl- Sitzbank.

Southeast Floors Pty Ltd

Photo courtesy of BGD Architects. Honed concrete used as pool coping, surrounds and pathways.

San Pablo Reserve With Fire

Poolside Designs

The Cove Wading Pool - 2.2m x 1.8m

Buccaneer Pools

Create the ultimate outdoor entertaining area with The Nova Spillways Spas to complement your new pool. This Spillway Spa connects to the side of your pool making it ideal for entertainment and leisure. • Continuous bench seating • Seats up to 7 adults • 6 spa jets provide a soothing hydrotherapy massage • 2 corner steps

Cannon Hill - Plunge Pool

Majestic Pools & Landscapes

Andrew Jakovac

Entry to Pool

DabneyCollins

Bluestone pool terrace with iron lantern entryway.

Northern Virginia Country Estate

Land & Water Design

Our client constructed their new home on five wooded acres in Northern Virginia, and they requested our firm to help them design the ultimate backyard retreat complete with custom natural look pool as the main focal point. The pool was designed into an existing hillside, adding natural boulders and multiple waterfalls, raised spa. Next to the spa is a raised natural wood burning fire pit for those cool evenings or just a fun place for the kids to roast marshmallows. The extensive Techo-bloc Inca paver pool deck, a large custom pool house complete with bar, kitchen/grill area, lounge area with 60" flat screen TV, full audio throughout the pool house & pool area with a full bath to complete the pool area. For the back of the house, we included a custom composite waterproof deck with lounge area below, recessed lighting, ceiling fans & small outdoor grille area make this space a great place to hangout. For the man of the house, an avid golfer, a large Southwest synthetic putting green (2000 s.f.) with bunker and tee boxes keeps him on top of his game. A kids playhouse, connecting flagstone walks throughout, extensive non-deer appealing landscaping, outdoor lighting, and full irrigation fulfilled all of the client's design parameters.

Side Yard and Courtyard 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.