This is an example of a large contemporary backyard rectangular lap pool with a water feature and concrete pavers.

Custom Home in Belmont Model Park in Gilbert

A larger panel of artificial turf provides room for children and pets to play as well as adding to the visual appeal.
Photo of a large contemporary backyard rectangular natural pool in Phoenix with concrete pavers.

Roseville - Plunge Pool

Crystal Pools

This gorgeous Roseville Plunge Pool combo is nestled into an Asian-inspired corner of a small backyard in Sydney’s Upper North Shore. Multi-purpose Plunge and Spa pools are a perfect solution in Sydney when you have a smaller backyard. They provide a refreshing break in the height of summer and warm comfort in winter. Fully tiled with Ela Fiji files and surrounded with natural, grey Granite, we’re not surprised this plunge pool won the MBA award for Best Spa in 2017.

New England Coastal

Aurora Builders

Photo of a large transitional backyard rectangular lap pool in Jacksonville with concrete pavers.

Classic Carolina - Small Yard

Bradford Products

Partially recessed stainless steel spa with tile trim in this compact, San Fransisco backyard. Landscape design by Katharine Webster.
This is an example of a small modern courtyard rectangular aboveground pool in San Francisco with a hot tub and concrete pavers.

Vinyl Pool Renovation and Landscaping

Neave Group Outdoor Solutions

Neave Group Outdoor Solutions
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional backyard rectangular lap pool in New York with concrete pavers.

Backyard Dream

Melissa Clark Interiors

A back yard clad with cabanas is one to be coveted. This back yard has a vacation destination look and feel and was a pleasure to work on! The cabanas, with adjustable back rests and curtains for privacy, provide a place to truly relax and kick your feet up! We chose a daybed outdoor fabric in a gray blue that compliments the color of the pool and works perfectly with the blue and orange accent colors. The oil rubbed bronze cabana finish ties in nicely with nature's decor and is also a beautiful contrast with the surrounding pool stone. The accent tables can be moved and used as the clients need. Pops of blue and orange energize the space without steeling too much attention. We added olive trees in giant oil rubbed bronze pots on each side of the cabanas as the perfect accent pieces to finish the space.

Lake Forest, IL Hot Tub with Pergola

Platinum Poolcare

Request Free Quote This stand-alone raised spa in Lake Forest, IL packs alot of features into a limited space, and yet feels spacious. Measuring 8'0" x 8'0", the raised spa has an automatic safety cover with stone lid system. Covered by a beautiful custom Pergola, the outdoor space features a fire pit and ample seating space. Photos by Larry Huene

Hampstead Contemporary

User

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary backyard rectangular lap pool in Montreal with a hot tub and concrete pavers.

Timeless Balance: Patio, Gazebo, Pergola, Outdoor Kitchen, and a Putting Green

GARY DUFF DESIGNS,LTD

This backyard space offers plenty of sunny and shaded areas with a cabana, a pergola, and plantings. Family and guests will find a thoughtfully located outdoor kitchen with visibility to all the outdoor entertaining. Near the swimming pool, is a built-in spa on the opposite side of the cabana - which contains foldaway glass doors for easy access. The golf enthusiasts will find themselves on the putting green tucked away in the corner of the property. Throughout the spaces, Unilock Brussels block, Cumberland brown, and a larger veneer stone was used to tie together the beiges on the house. Final pops of colors come from the plantings.

Country Club of Louisiana - Savoie

Ewing Aquatech Pools

Small contemporary backyard custom-shaped infinity pool in New Orleans with a pool house and concrete pavers.

Backyard Escape

Intex Design and Construction

Small space, outdoor living in West Hollywood, CA
Photo of a small modern backyard rectangular lap pool in Los Angeles with a hot tub and concrete pavers.

Exterior Design

Frank Souder Designs Inc

Design ideas for an expansive traditional backyard rectangular pool in Other with a pool house and concrete pavers.

Pool House

Joseph Sepot Architects

The roofline, reminiscent of an Asian farmhouse, is clad with yellow cedar shingles. The gable ends feature triangular windows which permit natural light to enter the loft space within. Jim Fiora Photography LLC

Cooper Classic

Josh Atkinson - Atkinson Pools and Spas

Karson Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary backyard rectangular pool in Charleston with a pool house and concrete pavers.

Casa De Ramón Pool

Poolside Gardens, Inc.

This 1924, "Monterey Colonial Style" Pasadena House, has been complimented with a lovely Mediterranean Style Estate Garden Pool A Custom Bikram Yoga Studio was also added during the pool construction process, the exterior was designed to create a seamless and timeless feel. This beautiful, "Malibu Tile" wall fountain that cascades into the spa area, is attached to the pool via traditional tiled flume method.

Modern Pool

Inspiration for a modern rectangular pool in Other with concrete pavers.

Small Yard Pool | West Hollywood

Intex Design and Construction

Photo of a small modern backyard rectangular lap pool in Los Angeles with concrete pavers.

Alexandria Townhouse Pool

Land & Water Design

Our client requested Land & Water Design to design a unique backyard, utilizing every bit of open area. Within the requests were a 12'x22' swimming pool with swim jet system to accommodate the competitive swimmers in their family. The items on their "wish list" were enough hardscape areas to accommodate at least 20 guests, a beautiful low maintenance landscape, custom storage area, outdoor lighting, water jets, retaining wall, seat walls and finally a small area for outdoor grilling. Photo Credit: Jim Folliard

Hinsdale, IL Compact Rectilinear Swimming Pool with Automatic Pool Cover

Platinum Poolcare

Request Free Quote This compact pool in Hinsdale, IL measures 10’0” x 20’0” with a depth of 3’6” to 5’0”. The pool features a “U” shaped bench with jets attached. There is also a 6’0” underwater bench. The pool features LED color changing lighting. There is an automatic hydraulic pool cover with a custom stone walk-on lid system. The pool coping is Ledgestone. The pool finish is Ceramaquartz. Photography by e3.

Green Pool Design Ideas with Concrete 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.