The homeowner of this traditional home requested a traditional pool and spa with a resort-like style and finishes. AquaTerra was able to create this wonderful outdoor environment with all they could have asked for. While the pool and spa may be simple on the surface, extensive planning went into this environment to incorporate the intricate deck pattern. During site layout and during construction, extreme attention to detail was required to make sure nothing compromised the precise deck layout. The pool is 42'x19' and includes a custom water feature wall, glass waterline tile and a fully tiled lounge with bubblers. The separate spa is fully glass tiled and is designed to be a water feature with custom spillways when not in use. LED lighting is used in both the pool and spa to create dramatic lighting that can be enjoyed at night. The pool/spa deck is made of 2'x2' travertine stones, four to a square, creating a 4'x4' grid that is rotated 45 degrees in relation to the pool. In between all of the stones is synthetic turf that ties into the synthetic turf putting green that is adjacent to the deck. Underneath all of this decking and turf is a concrete sub-deck to support and drain the entire system. Finishes and details that increase the aesthetic appeal for project include: -All glass tile spa and spa basin -Travertine deck -Tiled sun lounge with bubblers -Custom water feature wall -LED lighting -Synthetic turf This traditional pool and all the intricate details make it a perfect environment for the homeowners to live, relax and play! Photography: Daniel Driensky

European Simplicity

The Refined Group

Werner Segarra
Photo of a mediterranean backyard rectangular pool in Phoenix with a water feature.

California Dreaming

Distinguished Pools

waterfall from the second floor Photo Credit: Darren Edwards
Design ideas for an expansive mediterranean side yard custom-shaped infinity pool in San Diego with a water feature and natural stone pavers.

New Swimming Pool and Spa with Water and Fire Features in Parkland, Florida

Van Kirk & Sons Pools and Spas

This amazing pool and spa in Parkland, Florida is the ultimate backyard style retreat with pergola that features an incredibly soothing rain curtain, sunshelf for sun lounging, fire bowl fountains, and custom fireplace for those crisp winter nights in Florida!

Esteswood

Chateau Properties, Inc.

Photo of a mediterranean backyard kidney-shaped pool in Nashville with a water feature.

Modern Mediterranean

Vernon Wentz

This modern mediterranean pool is well placed in to the backyard. It has a spa that is part of a water feature wall as the focal point. The pool has two seating areas from ledge loungers on a tanning shelf to bench seating underneath an umbrella. Photography by Vernon Wentz of Ad Imagery

Mediterranean Lake Norman Home

Pippin Home Designs, Inc

Photo of a mediterranean backyard pool in Charlotte with a water feature and natural stone pavers.

Valley Vista Residence

Carson Architecture and Design, Inc.

Design ideas for a large mediterranean backyard rectangular lap pool in Phoenix with a water feature and concrete slab.

Twin Lakes Outdoor Living

Canin Associates' Architecture Studio

Jeremy Flowers Photography
This is an example of a small mediterranean backyard rectangular pool in Orlando with a water feature and natural stone pavers.

Geometric Pool in Boerne, TX

Keith Zars Pools

This raised pool in Boerne has many great features! It boasts an infinity edge with a stacked stone overflow, a square attached spa with stacked stone overflow, a pool retaining wall with scuppers pushing water into the pool, and beautiful flagstone steps leading to the pool entrance.

Orange County Projects

Alderete Pools & Solar

Design ideas for a mediterranean backyard custom-shaped natural pool in Orange County with a water feature.

Wentworth Residence

Hillrise Design

New pool with automatic cover and flagstone decking around existing olive trees.
Mediterranean pool in Los Angeles with natural stone pavers and a water feature.

Stoop

Artesian Pool Construction

Large mediterranean indoor custom-shaped infinity pool in Miami with a water feature and concrete slab.

Arroyo View Spanish Mediteranean

The Design Studio of Wendy Harper

A detail photo of the Sheer-Decent water feature and the Porcelain Hand-painted Mexican tiles. Photographer: Riley Jamison Realtor: Tim Freund, website: tim@1000oaksrealestate.com

The Pecans in Queen Creek

Tils Construction, Inc.

Photo of a large mediterranean backyard custom-shaped lap pool in Phoenix with a water feature and concrete pavers.

French Estate

Arc Design Group

Mediterranean custom-shaped pool in Los Angeles with a water feature.

Water & Hardscape Features

Signature Pools & Patios

Inspiration for a large mediterranean backyard custom-shaped lap pool in Other with a water feature and natural stone pavers.

Highland Park Transitional

Danes Custom Homes

Photo of a mediterranean backyard l-shaped pool in Dallas with a water feature.

Westlake Project

Michelle Tumlin Design

This is an example of a large mediterranean backyard rectangular pool in Austin with a water feature and tile.

Luxury Family Retreat

Tanner Consulting LLC- Landscape Architecture

Design ideas for a large mediterranean backyard custom-shaped lap pool in Other with natural stone pavers and a water feature.

Mediterranean 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 Mediterranean 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 Mediterranean 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 Mediterranean 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 Mediterranean 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 Mediterranean 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.