A description of the homeowners and space from Linnzy, the Presidential Pools, Spas & Patio designer who worked on this project: "The homeowners can be described as an active family of three boys. They tend to host family and friends and wanted a space that could fill their large backyard and yet be functional for the kids and adults. The contemporary straight lines of the pool match the interior of the house giving them a resort feel in the very own backyard! The large pergola is a perfect area to cool off in the shade while enjoying a large outdoor kitchen as well as an oversized fire pit for the cooler nights and roasting marshmallows. They wanted a wow factor as the pool is the main focal point from the living room, and the oversized wall and rain sheer did the trick!"

Tarzana Estate

Green Pastures Group

Design ideas for a large modern backyard rectangular lap pool in Los Angeles with a hot tub and tile.

Modern Pool Retreat

Vernon Wentz

This is a wonderful lap pool that has a taste of modern with the clean lines and cement cabana that also has a flair of the rustic with wood beams and a hill country stone bench. It also has a simple grass lawn that has very large planters as signature statements to once again give it a modern feel. Photography by Vernon Wentz of Ad Imagery

Deck-able Pool Stands

Aqua Star - On Ground Pools

When most people think of the ideal pool, they think of an in ground swimming pool. Little do they realize, however, that the benefits of the Deck-Pool and Olympic-Eagle on ground pools mean that they are not hindered by the many problems that can plague ordinary cheap above ground pools and in ground swimming pool owners. NO TAX Save $$$ Stays Cleaner Naturally Save $$$ No Heater Required Save $$$ In addition to all of this, on ground pools are not prone to the same effects of terrain and ground water as in ground swimming pools. For example: clay soil, sloping yards, rocky terrain, high water tables, and standing water can all wreak havoc on in ground pools, as can the ground upheaval associated with the winters many of us have come to know all too well. Because they are built-on-the-ground, our Deck-Pool and Olympic Eagle swimming pools are not affected by such factors. http://www.aquastarmi.com/in-ground-vs-above-ground-vs-on-ground/

Beautiful Water Feature / Custom Spa

Ray Morrow Design

Photo of a large modern backyard rectangular pool in Orange County with a hot tub and natural stone pavers.

Hillside Modern - Designer, Architect, and Interior Designer

JBB | architecture + interiors

Pool and amenity deck is located on the second floor, above the first.
Inspiration for a large modern rooftop rectangular natural pool in Atlanta with a hot tub and tile.

HGTV’s “Extreme Pools"

Aqua Pools

Aqua Pool’s uniquely stunning custom pool design, fondly called “a swimming hole” was a quarry in the Berkshires of Massachusetts. For HGTV’s “Extreme Pools,” Aqua Pool turned a limestone quarry into a heated pool with a self-cleaning system.

Cole

Southernwind Pools Inc.

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

Hunting Crest

Town & Country Pools, Inc.

Large modern backyard rectangular lap pool in DC Metro with a pool house and natural stone pavers.

Hunting Crest

Town & Country Pools, Inc.

Photo of a large modern backyard rectangular lap pool in DC Metro with a pool house and natural stone pavers.

Mountain Transitional at The Colony

Kristina Lawrence Interior Design

Inspiration for a large modern indoor rectangular infinity pool in Salt Lake City with a hot tub and natural stone pavers.

Backyard Pool Fence - Modern Black Aluminum

Premium Fence Company

Inspiration for a large modern backyard rectangular natural pool in Vancouver with with a pool, with privacy feature and brick pavers.

386 - Pool with Rock Work, Spa and Water features

Atlas Pools Of Central Florida

Gorgeous pool with rock work. A stunning water fall and other water features. Also has a spa that flows into the main swimming area. Planter areas as well.

SWIM

J. Montgomery Designs, Inc.

For more photos of this project see: LEBLANC
Inspiration for a large modern backyard rectangular lap pool in San Francisco with a water feature and natural stone pavers.

A life of luxury

Bayon Gardens

Landscape design & construction by Bayon Gardens // Photography by Tim Turner
Inspiration for a large modern backyard rectangular pool in Melbourne with decking.

Perimeter Overflow Pool and Spa

Thrasher Pool and Spa

Cliff FInley
This is an example of a large modern backyard rectangular infinity pool in Atlanta with a hot tub and natural stone pavers.

Clean and Modern Swimming Pool with Spa

Tranquility Pools Inc.

Modern outdoor pool and spa with white marble patio
Inspiration for a large modern backyard rectangular lap pool in New York.

Brighton Family Pool and Spa

Neptune Swimming Pools

Photo of a large modern backyard rectangular lap pool in Melbourne with a hot tub and concrete slab.

Lakepoint Project

Pool Environments, Inc.

Randy Angell, Designer This sleek backyard incorporates several different building materials to create a warm but modern environment.
This is an example of a large modern backyard custom-shaped pool in Dallas with a hot tub.

Modern Pool

Design ideas for a large modern backyard rectangular infinity pool in New York with concrete slab.

Large Modern 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 modern 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 modern 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 modern 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 modern 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 modern 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.