Fin dai primi sopralluoghi ci ha colpito il rapporto particolare che il sito ha con lo splendido scenario della Alpi Apuane, una visuale privilegiata della catena montuosa nella sua ampiezza, non inquinata da villette “svettanti”. Ci è parsa quindi prioritaria la volontà di definire il progetto in orizzontale, creando un’architettura minima, del "quasi nulla" che riportasse alla mente le costruzioni effimere che caratterizzavano il litorale versiliese prima dell’espansione urbanistica degli ultimi decenni. La costruzione non cerca così di mostrarsi, ma piuttosto sparire tra le siepi di confine, una sorta di vela leggera sospesa su esili piedritti e definita da lunghi setti orizzontali in cemento faccia-vista, che definiscono un ideale palcoscenico per le montagne retrostanti. Un intervento calibrato e quasi timido rispetto all’intorno, che trova la sua qualità nell’uso dei diversi materiali con cui sono trattare le superficie. La zona giorno si proietta nel giardino, che diventa una sorta di salone a cielo aperto mentre la natura, vegetazione ed acqua penetrano all’interno in un continuo gioco di rimandi enfatizzato dalle riflessioni create dalla piscina e dalle vetrate. Se il piano terra costituisce il luogo dell’incontro privilegiato con natura e spazio esterno, il piano interrato è invece il rifugio sicuro, lontano dagli sguardi e dai rumori, dove ritirarsi durante la notte, protetto e caratterizzato da un inaspettato ampio patio sul lato est che diffonde la luce naturale in tutte gli spazi e le camere da letto.

Keystone Falls

Ryan Hughes Design

From above, the entire backyard of the Tampa home was filled by Ryan Hughes Design Build with a plethora of elements for outdoor enjoyment. Swim, lounge, relax, swing or dine, there is a luxury spot for you. Outdoor living at its best! Photography by Jimi Smith

Gallery – Small Concrete Pools

Betz Pools Limited

With the custom Gunite pool limited to 12’ x 24’, Betz recommended a visual negative edge. Infinity pools are often designed so the surface appears to merge with the background in the distance. This time it was to make the pool seem larger, especially when you are in it, by creating a spacious open feeling along one side.

Highwater Garden

Sean Walters

A vanishing edge pool and waterfall are focal points for a constraint-driven project governed by a wetlands and associated no-build zone, extensive rock outcrops, steep slopes, and a small, tough-to-access work area. A team of consultants was required in order to obtain variances and other approvals across multiple agencies and meetings. The end result is a beautiful outdoor living space that expresses the architecture and utility of the owner's home into a highwater garden for relaxation and enjoyment.

AVIVA Pools Ovation 23

Aquamarine Pools of Texas

12' x 23' - Seychelles Sand Color
Small modern backyard rectangular natural pool in Austin with with a pool and concrete pavers.

Aménagement d'un jardin avec piscine

Arbo Paysages

Aménagement d’un jardin avec piscine à Bordeaux, - Plantation des massifs - Mise en place de graviers et roches décoratives - Mise en place d’un arrosage automatique - Pose de gazon de plaquage

PebbleTec Pool Remodel: PebbleSheen Blue Surf, Lightstreams Tile, Fire + Water

Pebble Technology International

Here is an inside look at the backyard of one of our Elite Builders! This two-tier, newly remodeled pool belongs to Dane Palmero, the owner of Overflow Pool Construction & Repair located in Phoenix, AZ. Not only does this pool defy gravity, but it also beautifully blends all three of our PebbleTec product lines: Pool Finishes, Lightstreams Glass Tile and Fire + Water Outdoor Elements. Materials used: PebbleSheen Blue Surf with Luminous Blue Blend, Lightstreams Glass Tile Gold Iridescent Collection Silverado, Fire + Water Cast Stone Fire Bowl and Lava Rock.

My Project

Diamanti Pool & Patio

Guntie Pool
Small backyard rectangular lap pool in Other with with a pool and natural stone pavers.

Cardamom on Ross

Renovation Angel Interior Design Noosa

The perfect entry to the perfect beachside home! As soon as you arrive you are greeted with the tropical ambience of a plunge pool surrounded by cool palms and sun beds. The tiles on entry continue through the entire home creating a consistent muted colour palette throughout.

Plunge Pool Backyard Getaway

Easton Pool & Spa - Where great backyards begin!

Inspiration for a small backyard rectangular pool in Boston with with a pool.

Designer's Sanctuary

DD Ford Construction

Photo of a mid-sized mediterranean backyard rectangular pool in Santa Barbara with with a pool and natural stone pavers.

Pool deck ideas - wood look

Kronos Ceramiche

Pool tiles with wood look. Collections: Ske 2.0 Wood side - Nut 30x240 (12"x96")
Design ideas for a contemporary rectangular infinity pool in Bologna with with a pool and tile.

Outdoor Elegance

Delbert Adams Construction Group

Transitional patio and pool area with natural stone pavers and outdoor wicker furniture, pavilion and back door access, and lush greenery throughout.
Inspiration for a transitional backyard rectangular infinity pool in Baltimore with with a pool and natural stone pavers.

Biolago - progettazione e realizzazione Capena - Roma

Lavinia Raccah Architetto Paesaggista

Progettazione e successiva realizzazione di un biolago a Capena - Roma (RM). Opera di impatto sostenibile ed ecologico prendendosi cura dunque dell'ambiente circostante. Si tratta di un bacino ornamentale e balneabile di acqua dolce integrato con l'ecosistema circostante e fitodepurato dalle piante stesse ( venendo quindi a meno del classico utilizzo dell'impianto di depurazione delle acque).

Biolago - progettazione e realizzazione Capena - Roma

Lavinia Raccah Architetto Paesaggista

Mount Hawthorn Plunge Pool

Naturesque

Inspiration for a small modern backyard round aboveground pool in Perth with with a pool and natural stone pavers.

Natural Pools

Phillip Johnson Landscapes

Stunning ariel view of natural pool and waterfall with filtration system, giving chrystal clear water for swimming in. Outdoor hot shower and fire pit with decking. Photo credit Claire Takacs

Pool With Landscaping

Big Rock Landscaping

Pools are a great addition to your backyard, but just plopping a pool into your backyard without any design or landscaping will make an ugly yard. That's why flower beds, trees, and other landscape elements make this pool a beautiful backyard.

Backyard with a Soake Pool

D'Urso Landscaping and Construction, Inc.

During construction and installation. The pool was designed to be semi-in ground with an adjacent raised pool terrace. The steps leading up the pool terrace were 'Blue Mist' granite units with matching granite pavers.

Clever Design for Rolling Terrain

Betz Pools Limited

The steep drop from the backyard’s side entrance to the pool and patio level is beautifully handled with rugged stone slabs which have been interspersed with a contrasting pattern of random rectangular paving stones.

Green 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.