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.

Amagansett Estate

Loam Landscape, Inc.

Loam worked closely with the landscape architect to provide a complete landscape renovation to this Long Island estate. Part of this was installing a new pergola, spa, and pool surrounded by lush plants and hedges.

Faulkner Drive

Colonial Reproductions, Inc.

Greg Premru Photography

Porta d'ingresso Synua

Oikos Venezia

Synua è la porta blindata che non conosce limiti: ideale per le grandi dimensioni, è il connubio perfetto tra tecnica e design. Dotata di apertura a bilico e complanare al muro, è rivestita da settori o a pannello unico e può raggiungere i 220 cm di larghezza e i 300 cm di altezza standard. A richiesta può essere realizzata con dimensioni maggiori. Meccanismo di apertura a bilico.

Goodman Residence

Abramson Architects

At night, the interior lights dramatically illuminate the floor-to-ceiling bookshelves. Photo: Jim Bartsch

Caribbean Retreat

521 Atelier Interiors and Lighting Design

Philippe Vermes

Compact, yet large.

Bayon Gardens

Landscape by Bayon Gardens // Photography by Tim Turner

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sebastian kolm architekturfotografie

Patio Prepaired for a Party

Vernon Wentz

Wondering how to get a waterfall out from a floating deck? This pool designed by Randy Angell does just that. This pool brightens up this yard by the many modern touches the design offers with a unique concrete and synthetic turf patio creating a pleasing patio. The outdoor living space also includes a bar and cooking area to entertain guest. Not to be forgotten on those cooler nights you can relax by the fire pit. Architectural Photography by Vernon Wentz

Lucky Lehrer Residence

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Laure Joliet Photography

Windsor Avenue

Robert Elliott Custom Homes

This exquisite Robert Elliott Custom Homes’ property is nestled in the Park Cities on the quiet and tree-lined Windsor Avenue. The home is marked by the beautiful design and craftsmanship by David Stocker of the celebrated architecture firm Stocker Hoesterey Montenegro. The dramatic entrance boasts stunning clear cedar ceiling porches and hand-made steel doors. Inside, wood ceiling beams bring warmth to the living room and breakfast nook, while the open-concept kitchen – featuring large marble and quartzite countertops – serves as the perfect gathering space for family and friends. In the great room, light filters through 10-foot floor-to-ceiling oversized windows illuminating the coffered ceilings, providing a pleasing environment for both entertaining and relaxing. Five-inch hickory wood floors flow throughout the common spaces and master bedroom and designer carpet is in the secondary bedrooms. Each of the spacious bathrooms showcase beautiful tile work in clean and elegant designs. Outside, the expansive backyard features a patio, outdoor living space, pool and cabana.

Casa Grove II

Mateu Architecture Inc

Pool area for a modern luxury residence in Coconut Grove, Florida.

Whisper White Pools

Pool Designs, Inc.

Palm Springs Get-A-Way

Shaun Page

Menlo Park Residence

Matarozzi Pelsinger Builders

Ground up project featuring an aluminum storefront style window system that connects the interior and exterior spaces. Modern design incorporates integral color concrete floors, Boffi cabinets, two fireplaces with custom stainless steel flue covers. Other notable features include an outdoor pool, solar domestic hot water system and custom Honduran mahogany siding and front door.

Crystal Cove

Richard Krantz Architecture Inc

2013 In-ground Pool Projects

Precision Pool Construction

18'x36' tradition rectangle pool in Groveland MA with in-floor cleaning system, salt generator, and concret and paver patio.

Lake Forest Swimming Pool With Large Sunshelf

Platinum Poolcare

Request Free Quote This swimming pool in Lake Forest, IL is the perfect quiet getaway. There is a 40'0" bench along one wall with an exercise bar, perfect for aqua aerobics or yoga. The ample sunshelf is actually used as an in-water reading area. The coping is Bluestone, and the decking is concrete pavers. Measuring 18'0" x 36'0", this relaxing oasis is just perfect for recreation and relaxation.

Doylestown Project

Garden Patios Inc

Natural Pool with Black Plaster - SGM Plaster Harvest Gold BLU 60 MM pavers Tumbled Bluestone Coping

Red Door Architecture - Witta Circle

Red Door Architecture

Weekend home situated in Noosa, Queensland. Strong Geometric shape and form softened with plush furnishings.

Side Yard Pool Design Ideas with Concrete Pavers

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.