This addition replaced a 2-car garage and pool house with a lavish spa, guest house and 4-car garage, accompanied by a new landscaped terrace with pool, hot tub and outdoor dining area. A covered walk-way was replaced with a fully enclosed glass link that provides year-round access between the addition and main house, and provides a secondary entrance to the home. The ground floor of the addition has the feel of a Scandinavian spa, featuring fitness equipment, massage room, steam room and a versatile gathering room with amenities for food preparation and indoor lounging. With the patio doors open, the west facing rooms each expand onto the pool terrace. Award: 2012 GOHBA Award of Excellence: Renovation/Addition Over $500,000 Completed in 2012 / 4,800 sq.ft (addition only) Photos by www.doublespacephoto.com

Ski Ranch

The Ranch Mine

Photo by Roehner + Ryan
Large courtyard rectangular lap pool in Phoenix with a hot tub and concrete slab.

Livingston Woods Residence

CGU Homes

Design ideas for a courtyard custom-shaped pool in Other with a hot tub and natural stone pavers.

Gallery House

Craig Steere Architects

A ribbed structure provides wonderful shadow play to the lap pool which hugs the rear lounge. The ribs act as a device to allow light through, while obscuring the views in from the neighbouring properties. Photo by Jack Lovel

Orchid Lane Residence

Bernbaum-Magadini Architects

Inspiration for a contemporary courtyard rectangular lap pool in Dallas with concrete slab.

Aquarella

Silver Sea Homes

This is an example of a mediterranean courtyard custom-shaped pool in Orlando.

Gulf-Front Grandeur

E. F. San Juan

Gulf-Front Grandeur Private Residence / Alys Beach, Florida Architect: Khoury & Vogt Architects Builder: Hufham Farris Construction --- This one-of-a-kind Gulf-front residence in the New Urbanism community of Alys Beach, Florida, is truly a stunning piece of architecture matched only by its views. E. F. San Juan worked with the Alys Beach Town Planners at Khoury & Vogt Architects and the building team at Hufham Farris Construction on this challenging and fulfilling project. We supplied character white oak interior boxed beams and stair parts. We also furnished all of the interior trim and paneling. The exterior products we created include ipe shutters, gates, fascia and soffit, handrails, and newels (balcony), ceilings, and wall paneling, as well as custom columns and arched cased openings on the balconies. In addition, we worked with our trusted partners at Loewen to provide windows and Loewen LiftSlide doors. Challenges: This was the homeowners’ third residence in the area for which we supplied products, and it was indeed a unique challenge. The client wanted as much of the exterior as possible to be weathered wood. This included the shutters, gates, fascia, soffit, handrails, balcony newels, massive columns, and arched openings mentioned above. The home’s Gulf-front location makes rot and weather damage genuine threats. Knowing that this home was to be built to last through the ages, we needed to select a wood species that was up for the task. It needed to not only look beautiful but also stand up to those elements over time. Solution: The E. F. San Juan team and the talented architects at KVA settled upon ipe (pronounced “eepay”) for this project. It is one of the only woods that will sink when placed in water (you would not want to make a boat out of ipe!). This species is also commonly known as ironwood because it is so dense, making it virtually rot-resistant, and therefore an excellent choice for the substantial pieces of millwork needed for this project. However, ipe comes with its own challenges; its weight and density make it difficult to put through machines and glue. These factors also come into play for hinging when using ipe for a gate or door, which we did here. We used innovative joining methods to ensure that the gates and shutters had secondary and tertiary means of support with regard to the joinery. We believe the results speak for themselves! --- Photography by Layne Lillie, courtesy of Khoury & Vogt Architects

Rénovation complète

Aras Concept

Photo of a mid-sized modern courtyard rectangular lap pool in Other with natural stone pavers.

Small hidden gem close to Uzès

Laetitia Jourdan Photography

Watson House - Pool and Spa

Matthew Fowler, Architect

A day view of the swimming pool and spa, carved out of a former quarry. Cascading fountains line the left side of the pool and an expansive coral paved seating and lounge area are on the right side of the pool. Lush tropical landscaping surrounds the pool area and provides privacy and shade.

Our Work

Emerald Masonry Corp.

Inspiration for a large traditional courtyard custom-shaped lap pool in Other with a hot tub and natural stone pavers.

Homeowner Projects

Olsen Pavingstone, Inc.

Infinity Plank Timber Top Limestone running the length of this back yard with a fireplace, Jacuzzi, pool, BBQ and outdoor eating, and two patio areas
This is an example of an expansive beach style courtyard rectangular natural pool in Orange County with a hot tub and concrete pavers.

Toowoomba - Rural Rockpool

Majestic Pools & Landscapes

Andrew Jakovac
Inspiration for a mid-sized country courtyard custom-shaped natural pool in Brisbane with a water feature and natural stone pavers.

Urban Swimming Pool in Chicago, IL

Platinum Poolcare

Request Free Quote This paradise in the Urban Jungle measures 8'0" x 16'0" and is 4'0" deep. It features LED colored lighting, full-width steps and sunshelf with bubblers, a 16'0" bench, and an in-floor cleaning system. An automatic pool safety cover with custom walk-on stone lid keeps the pool surface clean and safe. Indiana LImestone Coping finishes the look and the natural stone decking provides ample seating around the pool. Onyx exposed aggregate pool finish gives the final touch to this amazing compact recreation space. Photos by Larry Huene

The Skyline

Bauhaus Custom Homes

Costa Christ Media
Photo of a contemporary courtyard rectangular pool in Dallas with a hot tub and concrete pavers.

Cherokee Park West

SOLSTICE Planning and Architecture

The rear outdoor area is comprised of six unique spaces that have been articulated using architectural and landscape elements: a moon garden, swimming pool, outdoor kitchen, courtyard, master bedroom garden, and formal lawn.

West Lake Hills Infinity Edge Pool & Decks (Ipe, Cable Railing)

TimberTown

An infinity edge pool with imported tile and a waterfall. The decks are Ipe. Built by Greg Neff of CGN Premier Lonestar
Photo of a large modern courtyard custom-shaped infinity pool in Austin with a water feature and decking.

Freesia

User

Freesia is a courtyard style residence with both indoor and outdoor spaces that create a feeling of intimacy and serenity. The centrally installed swimming pool becomes a visual feature of the home and is the centerpiece for all entertaining. The kitchen, great room, and master bedroom all open onto the swimming pool and the expansive lanai spaces that flank the pool. Four bedrooms, four bathrooms, a summer kitchen, fireplace, and 2.5 car garage complete the home. 3,261 square feet of air conditioned space is wrapped in 3,907 square feet of under roof living. Awards: Parade of Homes – First Place Custom Home, Greater Orlando Builders Association Grand Aurora Award – Detached Single Family Home $1,000,000-$1,500,000 – Aurora Award – Detached Single Family Home $1,000,000-$1,500,000 – Aurora Award – Kitchen $1,000,001-$2,000,000 – Aurora Award – Bath $1,000,001-$2,000,000 – Aurora Award – Green New Construction $1,000,000 – $2,000,000 – Aurora Award – Energy Efficient Home – Aurora Award – Landscape Design/Pool Design Best in American Living Awards, NAHB – Silver Award, One-of-a-Kind Custom Home up to 4,000 sq. ft. – Silver Award, Green-Built Home American Residential Design Awards, First Place – Green Design, AIBD

In-ground pools

Pool Pros, Inc.

Homeowners in Bonita Bay (upscale community in Bonita Springs, FL) wanted new travertine tile for pool decking, removal of rock structure next to spa, removal of ladder, and new shape to pool.

Noosa Villa by Design Unity

Design Unity

Noosa Villa is an awarding design by Design Unity Photography by Matthew Mallet
Inspiration for a mediterranean courtyard l-shaped pool in Melbourne with a hot tub.

Courtyard 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.