Photo of a traditional backyard rectangular lap pool in New York with a water feature.

This pool and spa is built in an affluent neighborhood with many new homes that are traditional in design but have modern, clean details. Similar to the homes, this pool takes a traditional pool and gives it a clean, modern twist. The site proved to be perfect for a long lap pool that the client desired with plenty of room for a separate spa. The two bodies of water, though separate, are visually linked together by a custom limestone raised water feature wall with 10 custom Bobe water scuppers. Quality workmanship as required throughout the entire build to ensure the automatic pool cover would remain square the entire 50 foot length of the pool. Features of this pool and environment that enhance the aesthetic appeal of this project include: -Glass waterline tile -Glass seat and bench tile -Glass tile swim lane marking on pool floor -Custom limestone coping and deck -PebbleTec pool finish -Synthetic Turf Lawn This outdoor environment cohesively brings the clean & modern finishes of the home seamlessly to the outdoors to a pool and spa for play, exercise and relaxation. Photography: Daniel Driensky

GILLON

DDLA Design Landscape Architecture

This new residence was completed in 2019 features a modern style, luxury pool & spa along with an inviting outdoor living area. The front walk is enhanced by specimen globe boxwoods and lush landscaping along with a front porch seating area. The rear patio is covered by a louvered shade structure over an inviting outdoor living, kitchen and dining area. The pool and spa feature a modern look and fountain feature wall. The rear lawn is open to provide a play area for the kids and pets along with a generous driveway that allows for pickle ball and basketball.

Elegant Swimming Pool Backyard

Tranquility Pools Inc.

Elegant backyard pool and patio space with checkerboard patio inlays
This is an example of a large contemporary backyard custom-shaped pool in New York with a water feature.

Able & Serene

Hiren Patel Architects

http://www.phxindia.in/
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary rooftop rectangular infinity pool in Ahmedabad with a water feature and decking.

Rock Pool with Lazy River - Tropical Garden Style

My Garden: Landscape Design by Wayne

Large tropical backyard custom-shaped pool in Los Angeles with a water feature.

Modern Infinity Edge Pool & Spa

Vollmer Custom Pools LLC

Small modern backyard custom-shaped infinity pool in Houston with a water feature and tile.

Meadowood Estates

Brad Sharpe Pools

Photo of a mid-sized traditional backyard rectangular natural pool in Austin with a water feature and natural stone pavers.

Arts & Crafts House

Evelyn Benatar, New York Interior Design

Jonathan Beckerman
Inspiration for a large traditional backyard rectangular pool in New York with a water feature and natural stone pavers.

Glencoe French Chateau - Formal Pool and Landscape

Arrow. Land + Structures

French Inspired Pool and Landscape. Designed and Photographed by Marco Romani, RLA - Landscape Architect. Arrow
Photo of a traditional backyard rectangular pool in Chicago with natural stone pavers and a water feature.

Green Brook Concrete Lazy River

Contemporary Pools & Spas LLC

Inspiration for an expansive transitional backyard custom-shaped natural pool in New York with a water feature and natural stone pavers.

Minneapolis Home

Landscape Renovations, Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary backyard rectangular lap pool in Minneapolis with a water feature and concrete pavers.

Greenwood Lake Beautiful Planting

CLC Landscape Design

After photo of the pool waterfall.
Photo of a mid-sized beach style backyard custom-shaped infinity pool in New York with a water feature and natural stone pavers.

Tropical Pool

Photo of a large tropical backyard custom-shaped natural pool in Dallas with a water feature and natural stone pavers.

Silcott Meadow

SURROUNDS Landscape Architecture + Construction

Landscape Architect: Chad Talton
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional backyard rectangular lap pool in DC Metro with a water feature.

Great Waterfall Designs-Saddle River NJ–Swimming Pools NJ

Cipriano Landscape Design & Custom Swimming Pools

On the mountainous backdrop of this swimming pool, the custom waterfall design and grotto provides a peaceful retreat. The artificial rock formation accurately mimics one of nature’s unique wonders by providing a natural escape behind the privacy of a large waterfall. The concrete matches natural stone formations with meticulous placement, specific coloring, and purposeful cracks and crevices. Conveniently, the Saddle River NJ homeowners can swim into the grotto from the pool, or they can enter and exit through a rugged gap in the stone, leading directly to the cabana.

Farmview

User

Anthony Crusafulli
Design ideas for a contemporary backyard rectangular lap pool in New York with a water feature.

Rustic Urban Design Makes a Splash

Betz Pools Limited

The trio of custom-made scuppers not only lend a dramatic focal point but also deliver a practical benefit. The sounds of falling water have a calming effect while at the same time helping to block out neighbourhood noise.

Gibson Island Haven

Anthony Wilder Design/Build, Inc.

An overall design that feels spacious even with a big group, with a coherent flow between several small areas, from the grilling and food prep center to a dining table to the fire circle, made for hanging out and conversing, and finally to an area just made for serene times soaking up the sun, at the diving rock end of the pool.

Small Urban Pools

BonaVista Pools

Custom small urban pool, Endless Pool, star-light floor lights, shared system with spillover spa, custom spout water features, automatic cover, custom integrated fire feature. Richmond Hill, ON.

Green Pool Design Ideas with a Water Feature

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.