At spa edge with swimming pool and surrounding raised Thermory wood deck framing the Oak tree beyond. Lawn retreat below. One can discern the floor level change created by following the natural grade slope of the property: Between the Living Room on left and Gallery / Study on right. Photo by Dan Arnold

Lakeside Modern Luxury

Keith Zars Pools

This beautiful, modern lakefront pool features a negative edge perfectly highlighting gorgeous sunset views over the lake water. An over-sized sun shelf with bubblers, negative edge spa, rain curtain in the gazebo, and two fire bowls create a stunning serene space.

Negative (knife) edge all tile pool and spa

M. M. Moore Construction Company, Inc.

Some say that Ralph Duesing has created a new architectural style in designing this home. Located in the Preston Hollow neighborhood of Dallas, this white stucco and lueders limestone mansion is clad with massive slabs of limestone and beautifully crafted stucco and features a negative edge all tile pool and spa surrounded by a lush landscape. The home was constructed by the iconic Dallas builder Randy Clowdus and the landscape was designed and constructed by M. M. Moore Construction

Custom Pool & Spa

Foxterra Design

Design ideas for a small modern backyard custom-shaped infinity pool in Orange County with a hot tub.

KCMO Infinity Edge

Lorax Design Group

Jimi Smith Photography
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary backyard rectangular infinity pool in Kansas City with natural stone pavers.

East Tennessee Modern Rustic

Altura Architects

The pool uses natural stone to blend in with the house aesthetic. The pool features a large stone diving board and a swim up bar to the outdoor cabana. The cabana features a large flat screen TV on a swivel, so you can watch TV from the pool or from the outdoor kitchen under the cabana. Photography by Todd Crawford.

Portfolio

Emerald Pools

Inspiration for a large contemporary backyard rectangular infinity pool in Dallas with a hot tub and natural stone pavers.

Burton Home

Landscape Contractors

Infinity Edge Pool
Inspiration for a large country backyard custom-shaped infinity pool in Houston with natural stone pavers and a water feature.

Smart Pergola System

Majestic Outdoor

Design ideas for a large contemporary backyard rectangular infinity pool in New York with a pool house and tile.

Gallery – Small Concrete Pools

Betz Pools Limited

The pool is the epitome of simplicity with the walls on the spa and ravine sides acting as perimeter overflow surfaces for smooth sheets of water falling into troughs and recirculating back to the spa and pool. The sound of falling water is soothing while the zero edge profiles create the effect of an infinity horizon.

Contemporary Pool

Design ideas for a contemporary infinity pool in Hawaii.

Knife edge perimeter overflow pool - "Lautner edge"

Aquatic Technology Pool and Spa

Contemporary knife edge perimeter overflow pool & spa. The water level is 1/2" below the surface of the decking. All images are © and are protected by an embedded watermark image. They are provided for your private use and are not to be reproduced or published without the expressed written consent of Aquatic Technology.

Stonelake Haven

Ryan Hughes Design

As night falls, pool lights by Pal Lighting and landscape lights by FX Lighting illuminate Stonelake Haven's cohesive, complex and private outdoor living area based around custom spaces entertainment and relaxation. Custom designed by Ryan Hughes Design Build. Photography by Jimi Smith.

Modern Farmhouse

Gardenbau Group

Photo By: Peter Wodarz Gardenbau Group Creating outdoor settings for Joy and Celebration
Modern backyard rectangular infinity pool with with a pool and natural stone pavers.

House of Three Courtyards

Winn Wittman Architecture A.I.A.

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary courtyard custom-shaped infinity pool in Austin with concrete pavers.

CSB Residence

Land Engineering Inc.

Large contemporary backyard rectangular infinity pool in Los Angeles with a hot tub and concrete pavers.

Fateh Night

Lewis Aquatech

Beautiful lighting built into a pool that sits above the river.
Design ideas for a modern infinity pool in DC Metro.

Custom Spa - Muskoka

Solda Pools Ltd.

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary backyard custom-shaped infinity pool in Toronto with a hot tub and concrete pavers.

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.
Photo of a large mediterranean backyard custom-shaped infinity pool in Orange County with concrete slab.

Modern Pool

Design ideas for a large modern backyard rectangular infinity pool in New York with concrete slab.

Black Infinity 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.