Our client came to us with a desire to take an overgrown, neglected space and transform it into a clean contemporary backyard for the family to enjoy. Having had less than stellar experiences with other contractors, they wanted to find a trustworthy company; One that would complement their style and provide excellent communication. They saw a JRP banner at their son's baseball game at Westlake High School and decided to call. After meeting with the team, they knew JRP was the firm they needed to give their backyard a complete overhaul. With a focus on sleek, clean lines, this contemporary backyard is captivating. The outdoor family room is a perfect blend of beauty, form, and function. JRP reworked the courtyard and dining area to create a space for the family to enjoy together. An outdoor pergola houses a media center and lounge. Restoration Hardware low profile furniture provides comfortable seating while maintaining a polished look. The adjacent barbecue is perfect for crafting up family dinners to enjoy amidst a Southern California sunset. Before renovating, the landscaping was an unkempt mess that felt overwhelming. Synthetic grass and concrete decking was installed to give the backyard a fresh feel while offering easy maintenance. Gorgeous hardscaping takes the outdoor area to a whole new level. The resurfaced free-form pool joins to a lounge area that's perfect for soaking up the sun while watching the kids swim. Hedges and outdoor shrubs now maintain a clean, uniformed look. A tucked-away area taken over by plants provided an opportunity to create an intimate outdoor dining space. JRP added wooden containers to accommodate touches of greenery that weren't overwhelming. Bold patterned statement flooring contrasts beautifully against a neutral palette. Additionally, our team incorporated a fireplace for a feel of coziness. Once an overlooked space, the clients and their children are now eager to spend time outdoors together. This clean contemporary backyard renovation transformed what the client called "an overgrown jungle" into a space that allows for functional outdoor living and serene luxury. Photographer: Andrew - OpenHouse VC

Urban Backyard in Historic Greenfield District

Fiano Landscapes

This awesome fiberglass pool features interior seating ledges and a tanning ledge for family activities. This pool features a darker finish which gives this pool a really unique and classy look. There are also bubbler jets in the tanning ledge and laminar jets for the kids to have a little extra fun,.

Laguna Hills Custom Home

Pacifica Wholesale Tile & Stone

Porcelain Paver
Design ideas for a large contemporary backyard custom-shaped infinity pool in Orange County with concrete pavers and a water feature.

Straight Line Pool in Boerne Texas

Keith Zars Pools

This beautiful straight line pool has a dark blue plaster, a large grotto waterfall, and an all-glass tile infinity spa. Photographer: Siggi Ragnar
This is an example of a large mediterranean backyard custom-shaped pool in Austin with a hot tub and concrete pavers.

Michigan Lakefront Residence

Hoerr Schaudt Landscape Architects

Scott Shigley
Photo of a large beach style pool in Chicago with concrete pavers.

French Contemporary

Gander Builders

Inspiration for a large traditional indoor rectangular lap pool in Chicago with a water feature and concrete pavers.

Tuscan Hillside

Maggetti Construction Inc.

Pool overlooking the valley
Photo of a large mediterranean backyard rectangular infinity pool in San Francisco with concrete pavers.

St. Andrew's Park South

Pro-Land Landscape Construction Inc.

Pro-Land was challenged with the task of incorporating a pool onto a property with large grade changes. Levels quickly became a key feature of this design, highlighting and creating pockets for each usable space. Because of the multiple spaces minimal materials were used throughout. Neutral Unilock pavers were used on the patios and walkways, and a beige toned stone on feature walls creates a cohesion to each space.

Geometric Pool with Geometric Spa

Aqua Pools

Geometric Pool with Geometric Spa: -Pebble Sheen Slate Blue interior finish -Dark Grey imported Granite coping -6’ x 8’ rectangular spa -Extra large top step / sun-shelf -Dedicated pumps for water features -Pool wall raised entire length of pool – combination of Blue Ridge & Tower Hill Granite veneer -Full outdoor kitchen with outdoor plasma TV -Paramount PV-R in-floor cleaning system (pool is 99% vacuum free without the need of any type robot) -Concrete Paver patio

Modern New Home Build

Grove Custom Homes

Large contemporary backyard rectangular lap pool in Portland with a pool house and concrete pavers.

Our Work

Palm Beach Enclosures

Inspiration for a large contemporary indoor custom-shaped lap pool in Nashville with a hot tub and concrete pavers.

Swimming Pools

Magic Landscaping, Inc.

Magic Landscaping, Inc- New Jersey Landscape Designer & Contractor.
This is an example of a large traditional backyard custom-shaped infinity pool in New York with a hot tub and concrete pavers.

Swimming Pool & Travertine Deck/Coping Renovation

JW Contracting, Inc.

Design ideas for a large traditional backyard custom-shaped lap pool in DC Metro with concrete pavers.

Pool House - Atlanta

Atlanta Building Company

Photo of a large traditional backyard rectangular natural pool in Atlanta with a pool house and concrete pavers.

Inground Swimming Pool Projects

Central Jersey Pools

Central Jersey Pools understands a pool becomes a permanent part of your home, make sure that you invest in a quality outdoor pool product. Central Jersey Pools is an authorized distributor of Fox Pools for quality In Ground Pools. We also carry a complete line of On Ground and Above Ground Pools.

Below Ground Pool with Patio and Pool House Project

ALL Renovation & Design LLC

For this project, we were asked to create an outdoor living area around a newly-constructed pool. We worked with the customer on the design, layout, and material selections. We constructed two decks: one with a vinyl pergola, and the other with a roof and screened-in porch. We installed Cambridge pavers around pool and walkways. We built custom seating walls and fire pit. Our team helped with selecting and installing planting beds and plants. Closer to the pool we constructed a custom 16’x28’ pool house with a storage area, powder room, and finished entertaining area and loft area. The interior of finished area was lined with tongue-and-groove pine boards and custom trim. To complete the project, we installed aluminum fencing and designed and installed an outdoor kitchen. In the end, we helped this Berks County homeowner completely transform their backyard into a stunning outdoor living space.

Roman Style Pool with raised wall, fire pit & outdoor kitchen

Triton Pools of Maryland

Inspiration for a large mediterranean backyard custom-shaped natural pool in Baltimore with a water feature and concrete pavers.

Laguna Hills Custom Home

Pacifica Wholesale Tile & Stone

Porcelain Paver
This is an example of a large contemporary backyard custom-shaped infinity pool in Orange County with concrete pavers and a water feature.

Top Award Winning Project-A Spa Overlook - Residence in Aurora, Ohio

LWB Design Landscape Architecture

It was a pleasure and a privilege to work with the owners of this custom home while it was still under construction. The early planning allowed LWB to design the topographic features of the site to fit into the amenities that the clients desired such as an organically shaped swimming pool, a spa, planting, etc. The extreme grades in the backyard created an opportunity to place the spa overlooking the pool. The unique grading situation also allowed the pool utilities to be built underneath the lawn in a vented room, hidden from view. Waterfalls in the pool and a water wall help to create a relaxing experience in the homeowner's backyard. This Project was awarded with a coveted Grand Award in Residential Installation $50,001 & Over by the Ohio Nursery & Landscape Association.

Private Residence Alpine

Mufson Landscape, Pool & Design

322 Studio
This is an example of a large traditional backyard custom-shaped lap pool in New York with a water feature and concrete pavers.

Large 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.