A vanishing edge works well with trees backing it up, no need for clear open views beyond. David Bartsch, www.BartschLA.com
Large modern rectangular infinity pool with natural stone pavers and with a pool.

Napa, California Kitchen Remodel

ActivWall

This homeowner in Napa, California, is ready for a great summer! Their new ActivWall Gas Strut Window is installed next to the grilling area and overlooking the swimming pool for convenient outdoor entertaining. Rather than tracking water and dirt into the house, pool guests can be served directly through the window. Contact us today to spend less time sweeping and more time swimming! : https://ActivWall.com #PoolHouse #SwimmingPool #BackyardDesign #HomeRenovation #KitchenRenovation

Above Ground Pool Patio - Kings Park, NY #longisland #outdoorliving

Stone Creations of Long Island Pavers & Masonry

Above Ground Pool Patio - Kings Park, NY (631) 678-6896 Stone Creations of Long Island, Deer Park, NY 11729
Photo of a large traditional backyard custom-shaped aboveground pool in New York with with a pool and concrete pavers.

Piscinas de gres porcelánico

Interazulejo

Modelo Cupira multi con borde creta a juego.
Design ideas for a small courtyard rectangular lap pool in Valencia with with a pool and tile.

Modern Coastal Outdoor Living Addition

yardscapes Inc.

This Edina, MN project started when the client’s contacted me about their desire to create a family friendly entertaining space as well as a great place to entertain friends. The site amenities that were incorporated into the landscape design-build include a swimming pool, hot tub, outdoor dining space with grill/kitchen/bar combo, a mortared stone wood burning fireplace, and a pool house. The house was built in 2015 and the rear yard was left essentially as a clean slate. Existing construction consisted of a covered screen porch with screens opening out to another covered space. Both were built with the floor constructed of composite decking (low lying deck, one step off to grade). The deck also wrapped over to doorways out of the kitchenette & dining room. This open amount of deck space allowed us to reconsider the furnishings for dining and how we could incorporate the bar and outdoor kitchen. We incorporated a self-contained spa within the deck to keep it closer to the house for winter use. It is surrounded by a raised masonry seating wall for “hiding” the spa and comfort for access. The deck was dis-assembled as needed to accommodate the masonry for the spa surround, bar, outdoor kitchen & re-built for a finished look as it attached back to the masonry. The layout of the 20’x48’ swimming pool was determined in order to accommodate the custom pool house & rear/side yard setbacks. The client wanted to create ample space for chaise loungers & umbrellas as well as a nice seating space for the custom wood burning fireplace. Raised masonry walls are used to define these areas and give a sense of space. The pool house is constructed in line with the swimming pool on the deep/far end. The swimming pool was installed with a concrete subdeck to allow for a custom stone coping on the pool edge. The patio material and coping are made out of 24”x36” Ardeo Limestone. 12”x24” Ardeo Limestone is used as veneer for the masonry items. The fireplace is a main focal point, so we decided to use a different veneer than the other masonry areas so it could stand out a bit more. The clients have been enjoying all of the new additions to their dreamy coastal backyard. All of the elements flow together nicely and entertaining family and friends couldn’t be easier in this beautifully remodeled space.

Shady Canyon

Altera Landscape

Photography: Jeri Koegel
This is an example of a large backyard rectangular infinity pool in Orange County with with a pool and natural stone pavers.

Rimmer

Arend & Associates

Photo of a beach style backyard rectangular pool in Los Angeles with with a pool.

North Dallas Full Property Modern Landscape Design + Pool

Randy Angell Designs

This is an example of a large modern backyard rectangular pool in Dallas with with a pool and natural stone pavers.

Vanishing Edge Spa and Water Features

Landscape Logic

A complete backyard designed and installed by Tony Vitale of Landscape Logic. The outdoor bbq island kitchen had a deco wall backdrop, stone veneer base with all the amenitites. The pool has a vanishing edge spa, wall scuppers water features and midnight blue pebble finishes. We have artificial turf, flagstone inlay accents, a fire pit with a metal pergola over it. All of the plants are drought tolerant and low water use.

Pool With A View

Big Rock Landscaping

The views from this pool aren't the only thing making it a fun escape- the custom rock jumping platform is a fun and visually interesting addition to the pool landscape.

Custom Design - Pool Deck - The Summit

Blue Heron

Design ideas for an expansive modern pool in Las Vegas with with a pool.

Mordialloc Project

Foliage Landscaping

The Mordialloc project provides excellent pool landscaping ideas if you’re looking for inspiration for your backyard. View the before and after images of our project.

Oriole Gardens

Pro-Land Landscape Construction Inc.

Design ideas for a small contemporary backyard rectangular lap pool in Toronto with with a pool and natural stone pavers.

Relocated Family Oasis

Regarding Design

The scenic village of Mountain Brook Alabama, known for its hills, scenic trails and quiet tree-lined streets. The family found a charming traditional 2-story brick house that was newly built. The trick was to make it into a home. How the family would move throughout the home on a daily basis was the guiding principle in creating dedicated spots for crafting, homework, two separate offices, family time and livable outdoor space that is used year round. Out of the chaos of relocation, an oasis emerged. Leveraging a simple white color palette, layers of texture, organic materials and an occasional pop of color, a sense of polished comfort comes to life.

Outdoor Spaces 2020 - Elements Landscape

Elements Landscape

Backyard renovation with custom pool and open air porch. Outdoor fireplace, fire pit, outdoor kitchen, landscape lighting, raised spa and landscape.
Large traditional backyard custom-shaped natural pool in Atlanta with with a pool and natural stone pavers.

Augusta Natural Thin Stone Veneer Pool and Spa

Quarry Mill

This beautiful pool and spa showcases Augusta grey and earth tone natural ledgestone veneer as drystack siding. Augusta is a grey and earth tone real stone veneer in the ledgestone style. The thin stone is a blend of split face and bedface pieces excavated from a single quarry. The split face pieces are the gray interior part of the stone, whereas, the browns and tan pieces come from the bedface that has been exposed to the elements for millenia. Augusta falls into the ledgestone style due to the smaller heights of the individual pieces. Although it makes for a more labor-intensive installation, Augusta looks wonderful with a drystack tight fit installation. The stone showcases the right balance of subtle color variation to look visually appealing but not overwhelming or busy.

Indoor Swimming Pool, Shropshire

Westminster Stone

Antique Honey Cathedral Limestone flagstones for this stunning swimming pool situated in an Oakwrights barn.
Photo of a large pool in West Midlands with with a pool and natural stone pavers.

Rowlett Oasis

Weisz Selection Outdoor Living Specialists

Covered Patio with outdoor fireplace, grilling station, bar and sitting/entertainment area. Custom freeform pool with beach entry, LED lights, rock grotto and rock waterfalls surrounded by tropical landscape and travertine patio.

Baignade naturelle

User

Réalisation des éléments de décoration
Large country courtyard custom-shaped natural pool in Saint-Etienne with with a pool and decking.

PALM SPRINGS RESORT STYLE POOL AREA

De Vere Design Co.

Photo of a large tropical backyard rectangular natural pool in Sunshine Coast with with a pool and tile.

Brown Pool Design Ideas with with a Pool

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.