A Palm Springs inspired, arid garden provides a beautiful backdrop to this stunning modern home by Latitude 37 Homes. The courtyard swimming pool is wrapped on all sides by the home with large window walls providing views at every angle. Succulents provide accent against the pavement and boundary walls.

Chicago, IL Urban Custom Swim Spa

Platinum Poolcare

Request Free Quote This custom swim resistance swim spa features a commercial-quality swim resistance system for current swimming. The swim spa also features an automatic pool safety cover, a therapeutic exercise bar, Primera Stone Diamond Head Treasure pool finish, and a Basketball system. The coping is Bluestone, and the planks that clad the exposed wall are Valder's Dovewhite limestone. There is also a mosaic tile border as well as on the stair treads. Photos by Larry Huene.

Simply Modern

Vernon Wentz

This well placed modern pool was designed to fit in a small space and with keeping the area open has a large feel. The use of many types of finishes gives this home a lot of character with even more charm. Photography by Vernon Wentz of Ad Imagery.

Courtyard water feature

Noble Custom Pools

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

Monarch Bay Custom 2014

Monarch Development and Design

This is an example of a mid-sized modern courtyard rectangular pool in Orange County with natural stone pavers.

露天の岩風呂

風知蒼　FUCHISO

Photo of a large asian courtyard rectangular aboveground pool with a hot tub and natural stone pavers.

Pacific Palisades Estate

Leyva & Wilde, Inc.

Large transitional courtyard rectangular lap pool in Los Angeles with a water feature and natural stone pavers.

San Pablo Reserve With Fire

Poolside Designs

Large contemporary courtyard l-shaped natural pool in Jacksonville with a hot tub and natural stone pavers.

Rénovation d'un moulin à huile

Ml-h design

NICOLAS MATHEUS
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary courtyard rectangular lap pool in Montpellier with natural stone pavers.

Cannon Hill - Plunge Pool

Majestic Pools & Landscapes

Andrew Jakovac
Inspiration for a small modern courtyard custom-shaped lap pool in Brisbane with a water feature and natural stone pavers.

Balwyn Infinity Pool

Neptune Swimming Pools

A Neptune Pools Original design House by Latitude 37
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary courtyard rectangular infinity pool in Melbourne with natural stone pavers.

Suburban Oasis

Western DuPage Landscaping, Inc.

This partially wooded, acre and a half lot in West Dundee presented many challenges. The clients began working with a Landscape Architect in the early spring, but after not getting the innovative ideas they were seeking, the home builder and Architect suggested the client contact our landscape design/build firm. We immediately hit it off with the charismatic clients. They had a tall order for us: complete the design and implement the construction within a three month period. For many projects this would be a reasonable time frame. However construction delays and the coordination of multiple trades left a very short window to complete the work. Beyond the tight time frame the site required specific care in preserving the many mature surrounding trees, as well as addressing a vast grade change. Over fifteen feet of grade change occurs from one end of this woodland property to the other. All of these constraints proved to be an enormous challenge as we worked to include and coordinate the following elements: the drive layout, a dramatic front entry, various gardens, landscape lighting, irrigation, and a plan for a backyard pool and entertainment space that already had been started without a clear plan. Fortunately, the client loved our design ideas and attention to detail and we were able to mobilize and begin construction. With the seamless coordination between our firm and the builder we implemented all the elements of this grand project. In total eight different crews and five separate trades worked together to complete the landscape. The completed project resulted in a rewarding experience for our firm, the builder and architect, as well as the client. Together we were able to create and construct a perfect oasis for the client that suited the beautiful property and the architecture of this dream home.

Private Courtyard Plunge Pool in New England

Soake Pools

This photo was taken by the homeowner about a year after the pool was installed. They did the plantings themselves. The combination of the whimsical gardens with the beautiful pool and stonework is a truly charming look.

Athens Backyard Pool

Southern Splash Pools Inc

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

Livingston Woods Residence

CGU Homes

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

Rénovation complète

Aras Concept

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

Cutrer, Settlement at Willow Grove

Nautical Pools, LLC

ECO REGIONS POOL DESIGN AND LANDSCAPING
This is an example of a small traditional courtyard custom-shaped pool in New Orleans with a hot tub and natural stone pavers.

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.

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.

Courtyard Pool Design Ideas with Natural Stone Pavers

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.