Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary backyard l-shaped aboveground pool in Los Angeles with a hot tub and concrete pavers.

Aquatica Maya Spa Pro by Marc Sadler

Aquatica Plumbing Group

Designed by renowned international designer Marc Sadler, manufactured by Gruppo Treesse in Italy and adapted to US electrical and plumbing standards by Aquatica Plumbing Group Inc., Maya Indoor/Outdoor Spa Pro takes the home spa experience to a whole new level allowing you to enjoy all benefits of hydrotherapy in the privacy. Minimalist aesthetics and true Italian quality perfectly blends with the latest furnishing trends and harmonizes with the surroundings, transforming your garden or home into a cozy place. If you are a music lover, we definitely recommend you to enhance the experience by adding Bluetooth Audio which will be concealed under the bath and provide clean and rich sound for maximum relaxation. Maya Spa Pro’s add-ons allow you to fully modify and accessorize your perfect spa just the way you always wanted. For comfortable soaking, we recommend Maya Spa Pro Headrests which are wonderfully comfortable and ergonomically designed in classic black color. This gel is durable, elastic, soft, non-toxic and unbreakable, and you can choose up to 5 pieces to add to your Maya Spa. Maya Spa Pro brings a whole new system of minimalistic and invisible hydromassage that no competition can match. Although it is simply beautiful to look at, more importantly, Maya Spa Pro is superbly therapeutic, delivers revitalizing and soothing pleasure, provides the best in a hydro spa treatment. Its innovative design makes it possible to install indoor or outdoor, built-in or freestanding, giving our customers the freedom to customize their product according to personal preference. Stylish Spa Pro Panels will turn your Maya Spa Pro into fully freestanding unity and Spa Pro Pneumatic Elevator will allow you to gently lift and lower the spa, allowing you an easy access to all plumbing and electrical components that would otherwise be difficult to access. To protect your Spa from different seasons and weather, we offer Spa Pro Top Cover - a durable and high-quality cover that will sit perfectly on the top of Maya Spa Pro.

Navesink River Road Residence

Alan Tufts Landscape Architecture

This is an example of a traditional backyard rectangular aboveground pool in New York with natural stone pavers.

Colorful Poolhouse - guesthouse

Melinamade - Residential Design + Interiors

A new construction studio size guesthouse by the Pool with combination kitchen, dining, living room, and bedroom plus a separate full bathroom and laundry room with walk-in closet. Construction by JP Lindstrom and Photography by Bernard Andre

Back Country - Highlands Ranch - Swim Spa

Colorado Outdoor Living Design & Sales

Buff flagstone and cement patio. Buff siloam slab planter areas with blooming perennials in the Spring and Summer will certainly be loved by all who use the swim spa. Stone Mason: Arturo Munoz Swim Spa: Spa Brokers Centennial, Colorado Stair Construction: Spa Brokers, Centennial, Colorado Photographer: Tom Z Productions

Patios and Decks

Sundance® Spas

Photo by Sundance® Spas
Photo of a large contemporary backyard rectangular aboveground pool in Los Angeles with a hot tub and decking.

Swim Spa Installs

Premium Wholesale Home & Leisure

This is an example of a large traditional backyard rectangular aboveground pool in Other with a hot tub and decking.

Decks

K Plus LLC

This is an example of a mid-sized backyard round aboveground pool in New York.

PebbleTec Dark Blue Pools

Pebble Technology International

PebbleSheen Ocean Blue https://pebbletec.com/product/pebblesheen/ocean-blue Pictured: Backyard Oasis

Mount Hawthorn Plunge Pool

Naturesque

Small modern backyard round aboveground pool in Perth with with a pool and decking.

Ballast Point

Bates Landscape

Designer: Phil Ayling This historical Victorian era house has a contemporary addition – it’s seen as a public asset and the relationship to the streetscape is critical. We built a garden that stitches the old and new in a harmonious composition. Corten steel and in-situ concrete are blended with traditional materials like sandstone. Natural bedrock has been exposed and polished to compliment sandstone paving. Detailed craftsmanship has created a number of distinct spaces and hidden places.

Swim Spa Installs

Premium Wholesale Home & Leisure

Photo of a large traditional backyard rectangular aboveground pool in Other with a hot tub and decking.

Chatswood - Plunge Pool

Crystal Pools

This stylish above ground family plunge pool is the highlight of this beautiful Balinese-styled backyard. Fully lined with deep-blue glass mosaic tiles and incorporating a wet-edge spill-over wall, the overall look and finish is a wonderful balance of clean lines and complimentary aesthetics. A play ledge for the kids runs the length of the pool, and the ascending steps are finished in Travertine tiles. Unobtrusive glass fencing and Asian-inspired garden plants enhance the visual appeal. This wonderful family plunge pool is very low maintenance, incorporating the convenience of a jet back pool cleaner, as well as the comfort of gas heating for year-round enjoyment. Mini excavators were used to ensure minimal disruption to this small and difficult-to-access site. Construction was also challenging, with a lot of rain during excavation. However, the result has thrilled this family and transformed the backyard into a focal point of relaxation and enjoyment.

Sherman Oaks | Hillside Backyard & Pool Construction

Moda Outdoor Living

Elevate your space with a hillside pool! Our experts craft stunning pools that harmonize with nature's beauty. Dive into luxury, blend with nature, and create memories that will last a lifetime. Contact us to build your dream escape!

Mountain Retreat

Bradford Products

Bradford all stainless Signature 770 spa. 84" x 84" with customizable options and finishes.
Photo of a small country backyard rectangular aboveground pool in Other with a hot tub and decking.

Project 2

Tropic Island Pools

Inspiration for a large tropical backyard custom-shaped aboveground pool in Dallas with a pool house and concrete pavers.

Gilbert Residence

CC Patio

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary backyard custom-shaped aboveground pool in Phoenix with a water feature and decking.

FOUNTAINS

Gvega Cerámica

This fountain was inspired in moroccan design and glazed in turquoise.
Modern aboveground pool in Other with a water feature.

Tuscan style

Providential Custom Homes

Inspiration for a large mediterranean backyard rectangular aboveground pool in Dallas with a hot tub and decking.

Sugar Grove, IL Hot Tub and Pergola

Platinum Poolcare

Request Free Quote This lovely hot tub in Sugar Grove, IL measures 8'0" x 8'0" and is raised 18" above the deck. Featuring a 4'0" sheer waterfall feature, automatic safety cover with custom stone lid, LED lights and custom stone coping and fascia. The custom Pergola provides a stunning architectural element for this tub. Photos by Rockit Project.

Aboveground 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.