The goal in building this home was to create an exterior esthetic that elicits memories of a Tuscan Villa on a hillside and also incorporates a modern feel to the interior. Modern aspects were achieved using an open staircase along with a 25' wide rear folding door. The addition of the folding door allows us to achieve a seamless feel between the interior and exterior of the house. Such creates a versatile entertaining area that increases the capacity to comfortably entertain guests. The outdoor living space with covered porch is another unique feature of the house. The porch has a fireplace plus heaters in the ceiling which allow one to entertain guests regardless of the temperature. The zero edge pool provides an absolutely beautiful backdrop—currently, it is the only one made in Indiana. Lastly, the master bathroom shower has a 2' x 3' shower head for the ultimate waterfall effect. This house is unique both outside and in.

Stained Pool Deck

Concrete Surface and Design

Swimming Pools

Terry Howald Pools inc.

Side yard pool. Maximize your small space.

Custom Home Main Line

Warren Claytor Architects

Portfolio

Ann Holden Design Firm

The Pool

Conscious Environments Inc.

A backyard remodel with a Tuscan style features a pool w/ infinity edge, concrete coping, Pebble Tec plaster, and drought tolerant landscaping.

Sky Lane - Brentwood

Isabel Moritz Designs

Isabel Moritz Designs works with homeowners, Architects and developers in Los Angeles to create personalized Drought Tolerant, Fire Zone Landscapes, Modern Landscapes, Beach Landscapes, Gravel Gardens, Sculptural Gardens, Transitional Landscapes , Modern Traditional Landscapes, Luxe Landscapes, French Modern Landscapes, View Properties, Estate properties, Private Outdoor Living, High End Landscapes, Farmhouse Modern Landscapes, in Los Angeles, California USA. Working in Bel Air, Brentwood, Malibu, Santa Monica, Venice, Hollywood, Hidden Hills, West Hollywood, Culver City, Marina del Rey, Westchester, Calabasas and Agoura Hills.

Custom Pool Building - Adar builders

Adar Builders Inc.

A custom pool building in Beverly Hills part of a landscaping remodeling project that resulted in a beautifully new backyard right in time for spring. The construction included a new backyard layout with tile flooring and a pool and Jacuzzi combo to go with the Los Angeles palm trees and city view.

Backyard Oasis In Rockaway, New Jersey

Pro Skill Construction

This Morris County, NJ backyard needed a facelift. The complete renovation of the outdoor living space included an outdoor kitchen, portico overhang, folding patio door, stone fireplace, pool house with a full bathroom, new pool liner, retaining walls, new pavers, and a shed. This project was designed, developed, and sold by the Design Build Pros. Craftsmanship was from Pro Skill Construction. Pix from Horus Photography NJ. Tile from Best Tile. Stone from Coronado Stone Veneer - Product Highlight. Cabinets and appliances from Danver Stainless Outdoor Kitchens. Pavers from Nicolock Paving Stones. Plumbing fixtures from General Plumbing Supply. Folding patio door from LaCatina Doors.

Infinity Edge Pool

Alka Pool Construction Ltd

The curvaceous infinity edge is lined with a Castlerock grey tile that complements both the blues of the swimming pool and the muted grey's of the Basalt stone veneer. Photo Courtesy of Haven Garden Design Ltd.

Complete Backyard Makeover

Gage Construction

Hattons Photography

Swimming Pool & Travertine Deck/Coping Renovation

JW Contracting, Inc.

Casa China Blanca

Ledge Lounger

The Casa China Blanca, is a stunning residential home in Puerto Vallarta Mexico It has been featured in movies, TV, and is available for rent for private parties. In December of 2015 Ledge Lounger furniture was added to the tanning ledge of the modern, glass tile pool of this home.

Pool House

LemonTree & Co. Interiors

http://www.clickphotography.ca

Extravagance on the River

Baine Contracting, Inc.

In ground pool over looks the river and out on the island.

Glass Tile

Van Kirk & Sons Pools and Spas

Naturstein im Indoorpool 01

Neuhoff Natursteinwerk GmbH

Matthias Malpricht

Large contemporary indoor pool with a beautiful curved horizon edge. Artmos tiles and Hydrazzo Grecian White Marble Pool Plaster finish.

Lime Tree Farm House

Maytree Studios

The honed concrete terrace and infinity edge pool look out over the farmland beyond.

White Custom-shaped 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.