This pool project has some cool elements all combined together to create an outdoor playground. The main focal point from the house is the raised wall that contains a fire bar with stainless steel spill edges and flower pots. The spa seats 8 people comfortably, is raised 18" and has rolled glass tile with spill edges that match the pool spill edges. There is a nice cozy seating area around the sunken fireplace made for cushions and comfort. Right next to it is space for a table and chairs. Artificial grass was used to give a really lush feel to the project along with low maintence. The PebbleSheen color is Aqua Blue. We used Austin stone and Leuder's limestone (bullnozed on the chair backings and spa). The bar area has a overhang for the barstools. The large tanning ledge centers on the main door. On the far side away from the fireplace is a really cool bed swing area inspired by the owners' trip to the Carribean. It's a queen size mattress hanging from the cedar arbor that has an acrylic panel to keep the rain out. Curtains are for privacy & to help keep the sun out when wanted. Project designed by Mike Farley - FarleyPoolDesigns.com

Masters of Design 2017 Award Winner

Red Rock Pools and Spas and Red Rock Contractors

Amazing Contemporary Home in Scottsdale AZ. Impressive lautner Edge and Negative Edge Entry feature and Gravity Defying, Acrylic Panel Walled, All Bisazza Glass tile Roof top pool and spa is an example of engineering excellence Photo Credit Michael Duerinckx of INCKX Photography

Dimension One Spas

Hot Tub Tony's

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary backyard round aboveground pool in Chicago with a hot tub and decking.

Schwimmteich

Garten- und Landschaftsbau Pohl GmbH

Photo of a contemporary pool in Other.

Paradise Valley Hillside Vanishing Edge Pool and Spa - Outdoor Living Area

Hydroscapes LLC

Side yard outdoor entertaining area. Custom made pillows for bench area for relaxing and enjoying the warmth of the fire and the sound of the water feature. Travertine decking incorporated with grass to soften the hardscape of the area.

Rettangolare

Bianchi Design

Kirk Bianchi created this resort like setting for a couple from Mexico City. They were looking for a contemporary twist on traditional themes, and Luis Barragán was the inspiration. The outer walls were painted a darker color to recede, while floating panels of color and varying heights provided sculptural interest and opportunities for lighting and shadow.

Stefani House

Domiteaux Garza Architecture

photographer: Terri Glanger
Design ideas for a contemporary lap pool in Dallas.

Alamo Hillside Modern Home and Pool

Creative Environments

Peter Koenig Landscape Designer, Gene Radding General Contracting, Creative Environments Swimming Pool Construction
Inspiration for an expansive contemporary backyard custom-shaped pool in San Francisco with concrete pavers.

Contemporary Outdoor Pool and Covered Patio Using Porcea Creek Porcelain Pavers

Porcea Stone Inc.

Porcea Creek is a combination of gray and brown tones with heavy veining and patterns for a more traditional stone and rustic look. The name Porcea Creek comes from the blend of striations on this outdoor porcelain tile which includes white, gray, beige, and brown tones. While modern architectural trends gravitate towards less veins or fleuri, even in natural stone, there are some projects that have more traditional brick masonry or surrounding landscapes, which require a cottage feel. Porcea Creek is an outdoor porcelain that looks like muskoka granite, however it does not have the less desired maroon tones. The maroon or reddish tones are instead replaced with more neutral grays and browns.

Keystone Falls

Ryan Hughes Design

A youngster floats past the Aquatic Glazing acrylic window in the pool's wall glancing into the sunken fire lounge. The overall outdoor living area designed by Ryan Hughes Design Build includes the fire pit adjacent to the pool, a water slide, sun shelf lounge, tile spa and attractive outdoor patios. Photography by Jimi Smith.

CELINA RANCH

DDLA Design Landscape Architecture

A modern luxury pool and outdoor living area addition to an expansive ranch property located in Celina, TX just a few minutes north of Dallas. This project created a large, infinity edge pool to enhance the dramatic views from the house to the rest of the ranch property. Details included are a glass tile infinity edge, perimeter overflow pool, concrete and ipe wood deck, raised overflow spa, fire pit seating area all enhanced by the addition of mature trees and native plantings.

A Complete Backyard

Presidential Pools, Spas & Patio

This beautiful backyard has it all: custom spa, beautiful pool, full outdoor kitchen, plenty of space to lounge, and a grass area big enough to play lawn games!

San Anselmo Contemporary

Imprints Landscape Architecture

Contemporary backyard rectangular lap pool in San Francisco with a hot tub and concrete slab.

Backyard Remodel

Decorative Landscaping

Inspiration for a contemporary backyard rectangular pool in Salt Lake City with a hot tub and concrete slab.

Malone

Wood Duck Pools & Patios

wood duck pools
This is an example of a small contemporary backyard rectangular lap pool in Portland with a water feature and concrete slab.

Courtyard water feature

Noble Custom Pools

Inspiration for a contemporary courtyard rectangular pool in Nashville with a water feature and natural stone pavers.

Valley Village Residential Pool

Intex Design and Construction

Small Space Pool & Spa Design with adjustable LED lighting for evening swims. www.IntexDandC.com @IntexDandC
Inspiration for a small contemporary backyard rectangular natural pool in Los Angeles with a hot tub and concrete pavers.

Box Hill Project

Ian Barker Gardens

Photography by Sally Plottel
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary backyard rectangular pool in Melbourne.

Geometric Pool & Spa - Charlotte, NC

Anthony & Sylvan Pools

Nationally Recognized Swimming Pool Builders
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary backyard rectangular pool in Other with a hot tub.

Geometric Concrete Pool Gallery

Betz Pools Limited

The backyard for this prestigious Toronto home was sloping at the rear, so retaining walls were built to create a level area for the pool and deck. The simple elegant design features full-width entry steps, and at the deep end, an elevated Brazilian Ipe hardwood deck with lounge area. The pool's gray Armorcoat interior is framed by the Indiana limestone coping and deck. An adjoining cabana features a washroom and change room, while the pool equipment is discreetly hidden behind the shrubs at the back. (16 x 36, rectangular)

Contemporary Green 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 contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary 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.