Alan D. Holt, A.S.L.A., Landscape Architect

Alan D Holt ASLA Landscape Architect This simple pool creates an inviting outdoor space for this home in WaterColor. Three large matching pots have a jet of water that creates pleasant white noise. The pool deck and coping is precast concrete pavers. The elevated decks are Ipe. Lounge chairs are shaded by a pool umbrella. This picture shows the gate latch that complies with Florida Pool Code integrated into the wood fence.

Cocktail Pool- Cypress, TX

Richard's Total Backyard Solutions

Beautiful resort-like cocktail pool with a cocktail table. Includes three water features and glass tile. Custom outdoor kitchen with a Big Green Egg and a cozy covered seating area.

Modern Infinity Edge Pool & Spa

Vollmer Custom Pools LLC

Inspiration for a small modern backyard rectangular infinity pool in Houston with a water feature and tile.

Traditional Pool

This is an example of a traditional custom-shaped pool in Miami with concrete pavers and a water feature.

Rustic Beauty

Water's Edge Outdoor Living

© Javier Guillen Photos
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary backyard rectangular pool in Houston with a water feature and natural stone pavers.

Old Saint Louis Brick Coping

Russell Pool Company

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional backyard rectangular lap pool in New Orleans with a water feature and brick pavers.

Fair Palms - Pool and Pergola

H3K Design

Patrick Ketchum
Midcentury backyard pool in Los Angeles with a water feature and gravel.

Landscaping Products

Rinox Inc

Rinox modern backyard idea with Proma xl slab and solino fire pit
Photo of a mid-sized modern backyard l-shaped lap pool in Montreal with a water feature and concrete pavers.

Colleyville Fire and Water

Mike Farley Pool Designer, SWD, ASLA

This is the pool of precision - one big math problem that sparkles with water, glass tile, and fire. The primary view from the front door straight through the back door is across the widest part of the pool to the fire and water feature. The other 2 views from the dining and family room had focal points lined up with the lines of sight. The gushers were lined up on both lines of sight. One of the challenges was the required diving board for the five boys in the house. So the diving board was hidden in the raised wall with stone matching the house. Spill edges were incorporated in all the raised walls to create a subtle waterfall for sound and visual effect. All the elements had to line up with sightlines of the doors and windows so the patio pattern would then keep its precision as well. The details were in the materials, color, pattern, and the combination of materials. The blue fire glass matches the glass waterline and veneer. Subway detail carried through paving detail, patio cap, to travertine pattern and glass tile pattern. The tumbled Travertine was used on the patio and coping and the deck was patterned to match in color and texture. This kept the monochrome look. The dwarf mondo grass was incorporated in the patio to create a more organic setting and blend with the home's rustic contemporary feel. Project designed by Mike Farley

Desert Mountain Gambel Area

User

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary backyard custom-shaped infinity pool in Phoenix with natural stone pavers and a water feature.

212 Venetian Drive Delray Beach, Florida | Enclave

Pascal Liguori & Son

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Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary backyard rectangular natural pool in Other with a water feature and brick pavers.

Mediterranean Pool

Sierra Outdoor Living, L.L.C.

Agaves and black gravel added around the pool deck.
Design ideas for a mid-sized mediterranean backyard rectangular lap pool in Austin with a water feature and tile.

Magnolia Oceanfront Lagoon Style Pool

Kalmia Design

Magonolia Mass ocean front naturalistic oversized pool with water fall features, stepping stones dividing beach entry
Design ideas for an expansive beach style side yard custom-shaped natural pool in Boston with a water feature and natural stone pavers.

Custom Pool with Small Rock Waterfall and Custom Spa in Delray Beach Florida!

Van Kirk & Sons Pools and Spas

This custom pool with a small rock waterfall and custom spa in Delray Beach really accent this backyard space incredibly nice. It's really a terrific way to enjoy your backyard!

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D-CRAIN Design and Construction

Photo of a traditional rectangular pool in Austin with a water feature.

Masonry and Stone Work pool flagstone edging

Matthew Giampietro Garden Design

Masonry and stonework details of this backyard pool patio in Florida. Planting by Ultimate Landscapes. Concept Design and and hardscape installation by Waterfalls Fountains & Gardens Inc.

Room To Spare

Mauricio Nava Design, LLC

This is an example of an expansive modern backyard custom-shaped infinity pool in Houston with a water feature and natural stone pavers.

Edgewater NJ | Custom Pool Designer New York City

The POOL ARTIST | Brian T. Stratton

Award winning pool designer Brian T. Stratton | The Pool Artist designed this beautiful custom concrete / gunite swimming pool. Luxury pool designer nj, international pool design, new jersey swimming pool designer, pool artist, swimming pool engineer, swimming pool architect nj, water designer, eleuthera Bahamas pool designer, infinity edge pool design, custom spa design, California pool designer, Mississippi pool designer, south Carolina pool designer, new York pool designer, Pennsylvania pool designer

Building a Dream Backyard

Braen Supply

Building a Dream Backyard When this homeowner started the design process of a new backyard, Braen Supply was immediately there to supply all the stone materials. The home was part of a new development, so the challenge was to make the home stand out while still addressing specific areas of the existing backyard, such as the steep grade. Working With the Experts Taking the steep grade into consideration, moss rock boulders were selected to create stairs down to the lower area of the backyard where the fire pit sits. The grade of the backyard also allowed for the infinity pool, full color bluestone pattern was selected as the veneer for the back wall of the infinity pool. Braen Supply chose Tennessee gray and bluestone to create a seamless transition from the front of the house to the back of the house. Although they are two different stones, they work nicely together to complete the overall design and tone of the home. It all came together and made the perfect backyard. Materials Used: Belgium Blocks Full Color Bluestone Pattern Bluestone Caps Tennessee Gray Irregular Moss Rock Boulders Full Color Bluestone Irregular Kearney Stone Steps Granite Mosaic Veneer Completed Areas: Front Walkway & Porch Driveway Edging Backyard Walkways Pool Patio & Coping Pool Water Features Fireplace Hearth & Mantal Wading Pool Raised Hot Tub

Blue glass tile swimming pool

Ohlenburg Inc

Ohlenburg, Inc
Tropical custom-shaped pool in Dallas with a water feature.

Grey 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.