Bridgeport Freeform Infinity Pool and Cabana

Bridgeport Freeform Infinity Pool & Cabana designed by Mike Farley. This is a clean, neat, tailored diving pool with a large shallow end for activities and swimming laps. There are multiple level flagstone decks, dry stacked retaining walls, and steps to deal with the hillside. Entertainment areas were placed on the sides and the back so not to block any views of the pool or grandchildren swimming. Fire bowls anchored the Vanishing Edge spillway and framed the view of the lake. The cabana provides shelter for the large kitchen and bar area. The back wall of the pool provides additional seating due to the grade and a place to gather around the fire pit. The spa provided good access to the master bedroom and floating pads provided transition between the two terraces.

Linden Estates Travertine Poolscape

Elite Landscaping Omaha

Elite Landscaping removed an old vinyl liner pool from this home in a premier Omaha neighborhood. The goal was to install a new, concrete infinity-edge pool and spa with accessible pool deck. And we accomplished so much more! During the backyard remodel, the yard was elevated by 7.5 feet to improve access from the house to the pool deck with just three steps and a wheelchair-accessible ramp. More than 3,000 sq. feet of natural Travertine were installed for the pool deck, with stone veneer accents around the seating areas and firepit. An outdoor kitchen was installed, featuring polished granite countertops, a Fire Magic grill, Black Diamond appliances, and ample storage drawers. The pool structure boasts a 16-foot wide infinity edge, which is adorned with Black Galaxy iridescent glass tile. The pool wall is topped with fire/water bowls that cascade into the pool. A raised, double spa with 11-foot black granite ‘sheerfall’ edge also cascades into the pool. The custom concrete pool and raised spa each have their own variable speed pumps and heating systems for separate water flow and temperature control. Both can be fully automated through a smartphone or other smart device with the Pentair IntelliTouch system. An app allows homeowners to program LED lights, adjust temperature and water flow speeds, and test pool chemistry.

Willowgrove

SC POOLS

Mid-sized modern backyard l-shaped infinity pool in Los Angeles with a hot tub and concrete pavers.

Chatterfalls in the foothills

Z Pool Designs

This client LOVES family! They asked us to create a pool with a kiddie pool above it for their dozen (and growing) pack of grandkids. They have an amazing view looking towards the coastal range and amazing sunsets. We chose split faced travertine for the chatter falls face and columns and a tumbled travertine for the flat (spillway) surfaces of the kiddie pool (vanishing edge) and chatter steps.

Camelback Edge

Earth Stone Water

Design ideas for a modern custom-shaped infinity pool in Phoenix with tile.

Wolf Hills Farm

Quinn Craughwell Landscape Architects

The oval infinity pool and its waterfall are a main focus within the garden and outdoor living space.
Photo of a mid-sized modern backyard round infinity pool in Other with a hot tub and natural stone pavers.

Infinity Pool Overlooking the Vineyards

Betz Pools Limited

The original aging pool had poor circulation and required a total rebuild. Pressure testing revealed leaks which were located and fixed. This required the removal the paving stone patio and installation of new plumbing lines, fittings, skimmers and pool lights. New black waterline tile now highlights the premium Pebble Fina smooth grey aggregate interior.

Hillview Remodel

Yoder Homes

Inspiration for a large modern backyard rectangular infinity pool in Tampa with a hot tub and tile.

Beverly Hills Modern Design

Alan Dunn Landscape Design

Design ideas for a large modern backyard rectangular infinity pool in Los Angeles with concrete pavers.

Outdoor Family Room

Woodstone Builders, LLC.

Inspiration for an expansive traditional backyard custom-shaped infinity pool in Houston with a hot tub and tile.

Edge Pool

Crystal Pools LLC

Photo of a large country backyard custom-shaped infinity pool in Other with natural stone pavers.

Spectacular infinity pool

User

A limestone deck surrounds this beautiful infinity pool and negative edge spa with mosaic glass tile accents. The view from the back highlights the impressive modular retaining wall that spans the backyard. A metal pergola provides shade for a respite from the sun.

Complete Backyards

Creative Environments

Creative Environments has been designing award winning swimming pools and spas for over 60 years. We can custom design your play, diving, negative/zero edge, free form or linear pool, to your specifications.

Dana Point

Altera Landscape

Landscape Design: AMS Landscape Design Studios, Inc / Photography: Jeri Koegel
This is an example of a large contemporary courtyard rectangular infinity pool in Orange County with a hot tub and natural stone pavers.

Seven Oaks House - Austin, TX

Element 5 Architecture

Location: Austin, Texas, United States 5,400 sf house in the Texas Hill Country outside Austin. The house sits that the start of a narrow ravine that opens up to views of the hills to the north. The entry and approach to the house is purposely modest and the house reveals itself as one enters. The great room features 10' tall sliding glass doors and a 14' high ceiling. James Bruce Photography

Vanishing Edge Project

Waterworks Pools & Spas

This vanishing edge pool is one of the first vinyl liner pools to incorporate a vanishing edge, glass tile, a tanning ledge and a hidden automatic pool cover.

Vanishing Edge I New Fairfield, CT

Total Pool + Patio, LLC

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary backyard rectangular infinity pool in New York with a water feature and natural stone pavers.

Hamptons Syle - Montecito / Santa Barbara

Pennco Construction

Russ McConnell
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional backyard rectangular infinity pool in Santa Barbara with concrete pavers.

Negative Edge Freeform

Advanced Pool Design, Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized modern backyard custom-shaped infinity pool in Orlando with a hot tub.

Fuller Terrace Residence

Arcline Architecture

Aerial Vision Ltd
Photo of a mid-sized traditional front yard custom-shaped infinity pool in Other with a pool house and concrete pavers.

Grey Infinity 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.