Contemporary Brown, Green Pool Design Ideas

Set in a beautiful part of Dulwich, the garden is surrounded by mature trees with preservation orders, which made finding the perfect spot for the pool a challenge. After carefully mapping the trees' root zones, we designed the pool to fit precisely between them, avoiding any disruption to the roots and staying clear of the tree canopies. Positioning the pool so that the shallow regeneration zones fringe the root areas was a key challenge, but we found the ideal balance. The pool, measuring 10 meters long by 4 meters wide, is perfect for swimming lengths and for the entire family to enjoy together. It features a child-friendly beach on one side, allowing younger family members to safely wade into the water at their own pace. The beach leads gently from the shallow end into deeper water, and water mint along the edges releases a lovely aroma as you enter the pool. A bubbling boulder at the beach creates soothing ripples and also helps mask nearby traffic sounds, enhancing the tranquil setting. We carefully considered how our clients would move around and use the pool. The jetty aligns with the house, creating a visual invitation to step onto the jetty and dive in. A walkway along the pool’s side connects two wider decked areas—a sunny deck for lounging and a larger outdoor living space near the pool house, perfect for family gatherings and dining.