Rooftop stainless steel pool finished in gray tile. The pool features an acrylic viewing window, fire feature, infinity edge and bench seating.
Design ideas for a small beach style rooftop rectangular aboveground pool in Other with decking.

Cushman project

Guiton's Pool Center

Sacramento River waterfront property. Freestanding pool wall with stone veneer. Dedicated planting spaces and area lighting. LED lit bubbling water features at the "Sun shelf" area in the pool.

Custom Design - Outdoor Living - The Ridges

Blue Heron

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary backyard custom-shaped aboveground pool in Las Vegas with a hot tub.

327 Nautilus St.

Marengo Morton Architects

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary backyard rectangular aboveground pool in San Diego with a pool house.

Quogue Retreat

Hamptons Habitat Enterprises Corp.

This is an example of a beach style rectangular aboveground pool in New York.

Hot Tub with a View

Conscious Environments Inc.

Small contemporary backyard rectangular aboveground pool in Orange County with a hot tub and concrete slab.

Mulholland Project

Brass Bone Studio

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary backyard rectangular aboveground pool in Los Angeles with decking.

TipTop Haus

SOLSTICE Planning and Architecture

The front-facing pool and elevated courtyard becomes the epicenter of the entry experience and the focal point of the living spaces.
Photo of a mid-sized modern front yard rectangular aboveground pool in Tampa with a water feature and concrete pavers.

Farmhouse Pool

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

Wakecrest Residence

ShubinDonaldson

Benny Chan
Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury backyard rectangular aboveground pool in Los Angeles with concrete slab.

Nobles Point 1

SHELTER Custom-Built Living

Patrick Brickman
Mid-sized beach style backyard rectangular aboveground pool in Charleston with a hot tub and natural stone pavers.

Patio Pool Paridise

Vernon Wentz

This is a modern pool and spa set in with a wonderful modern home. The pool is surrounded by setting areas with a fire feature and the patio has a tv accent wall made of metal and stone. The epay wood deck and ceiling add a touch of warmth to the space. Photography by Vernon Wentz of Ad Imagery

Modern Rimflow Pool & Spa, Koi Pond, Oudoor Kitchen & Bathroom

DRC Pools

Inspiration for a tropical l-shaped aboveground pool in Orange County with a hot tub.

Modern Pool Design Florida

Pools By Bradley

Design ideas for a mid-sized modern backyard custom-shaped aboveground pool in Orlando with tile.

Cordillera Ranch/Boerne, Texas Round pool with Raised Spa and Pool Deck

Land Design | Swimming Pools & Landscape Designs

Design ideas for a mid-sized country backyard round aboveground pool in Austin with a water feature and stamped concrete.

Radiant Oval Above Ground Pool with Composite Decking

Pools & Spas a Go Go

16'x32' oval Radiant pool with composite decking
Photo of a mid-sized transitional backyard custom-shaped aboveground pool in Detroit with decking.

Rathmines

Frameless Impressions

Frameless Pool fence and pool walls designed and installed by Frameless Impressions
Design ideas for a contemporary aboveground pool in Melbourne.

Swim Spa With Custom Fire Bowls and Outdoor Kitchen in Cooper City, Florida

Van Kirk & Sons Pools and Spas

This swim spa with custom fire bowls and outdoor kitchen in Cooper City provides the perfect relaxing atmosphere.
Small modern backyard custom-shaped aboveground pool in Miami with a hot tub and natural stone pavers.

98 Canyon Creek Irvine, CA 92603 by the Canaday Group

Canaday Group

98 Canyon Creek Irvine, CA 92603 by the Canaday Group. For a private tour, call Lee Ann Canaday 949-249-2424
This is an example of a mediterranean backyard rectangular aboveground pool in Orange County with a water feature.

An East Bay Garden

Simmonds & Associates, Inc.

This property has a wonderful juxtaposition of modern and traditional elements, which are unified by a natural planting scheme. Although the house is traditional, the client desired some contemporary elements, enabling us to introduce rusted steel fences and arbors, black granite for the barbeque counter, and black African slate for the main terrace. An existing brick retaining wall was saved and forms the backdrop for a long fountain with two stone water sources. Almost an acre in size, the property has several destinations. A winding set of steps takes the visitor up the hill to a redwood hot tub, set in a deck amongst walls and stone pillars, overlooking the property. Another winding path takes the visitor to the arbor at the end of the property, furnished with Emu chaises, with relaxing views back to the house, and easy access to the adjacent vegetable garden. Photos: Simmonds & Associates, Inc.

Blue 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.