Located at the Toll Brothers Model Homes the Enclave at Yorba Linda. Toll Brothers envisioned a raised overflow pool with glass walls, allowing guests to see underwater from the outside. Extensive care was taken during the difficult design and build process to ensure that excellence was achieved and Toll Brothers was completely enamored with the results. This pool features a very modern look with straight, clean lines, square columns and LED lights accenting the acrylic pool walls. The bar area touts an acrylic wall and in-pool bar stools, while the tile inside the pool matches the house, bringing continuity to the entire space. An extreme amount of coordination was required for the 2.5 inch thick pieces of acrylic to fit perfectly within the slots on the columns while still maintaining the structural integrity of the pool. We were in continual communication with the structural engineer and acrylic manufacturer, ensuring that each piece fit perfectly. The completed acrylic walls were then craned over the house due to their weight. With a vanishing edge on the front three sections and a negative edge along the back, it was absolutely imperative that the pool was perfectly level and that the water filtration system operated perfectly so that the flow was even over each wall. The water cascading over the front walls collects in a trough that ties into to the rear negative edge basin, where it recirculates back into the pool. The rear negative edge was designed so as not to distract from the breathtaking view of the valley below, while the lounging deck overhangs the pool with a freestanding cover ensuring that the view is completely unobstructed. An elegant piece of artwork frames the back of the pool, completing the look for this intriguing swimming pool.

Pebble Bottom Pool - StoneScapes Tropic Blue with Blue Glass

Pool Time Pool & Spa

Pebble Bottom Pool - StoneScapes Tropic Blue with Blue Glass
Mid-sized traditional backyard custom-shaped pool in Sacramento with a water feature.

Hawthorn Infinity Lap Pool and Spa

Neptune Swimming Pools

Stunning charcoal fully tiled lap pool and spa with bluestone coping and granite feature spillway. Photos by Patrick Redmond
This is an example of a mid-sized asian backyard rectangular pool in Melbourne with tile.

Chic Modern Swimming Pool and Garden

Exterior Worlds Landscaping & Design

Design ideas for a small contemporary backyard rectangular infinity pool in Houston with a hot tub and tile.

Pusch Ridge View

Prideaux Design

Matt Vacca
Photo of a mid-sized backyard rectangular aboveground pool in Phoenix with a hot tub and tile.

Wood Fences

VIKING FENCE CO

Photo of a mid-sized traditional backyard rectangular lap pool in Austin with a pool house and concrete pavers.

Fibreglass Plunge Pool, Swim Spa, Spa Combo

CA Pools

David Noel
Small contemporary backyard rectangular natural pool in Vancouver with a hot tub and decking.

Radiant Free Form Semi In Ground Pool in Hill

Pools & Spas a Go Go

18'x32' Radiant free form semi inground pool
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional backyard custom-shaped aboveground pool in Detroit.

Gallery

Greater Detroit Landscape Company

Inspiration for a small contemporary backyard round pool in Detroit with a hot tub and natural stone pavers.

Forest Lodge House

Stephen Rofail Architect

Katherine Lu
Inspiration for a mid-sized scandinavian courtyard lap pool in Sydney with decking.

Piscine Citadine au coeur d'Orléans

ADH Piscines & Paysages

Piscine citadine au coeur d'Orléans Dimension 4.5x2.2m Margelles en pierres naturelles Coffre volet Teck et Inox Nage à contre courant Marches et banquette Gazon synthétique Réalisation Adh Piscines & Paysages Crédit Photo : Sophie CARLS

Leawood Freeform Gunite

Swim Things

Mid-sized transitional backyard custom-shaped pool in Kansas City with a water feature and natural stone pavers.

Ultimos trabajos

Isabel Bistué

Isabel Bistué Prieto
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional front yard rectangular lap pool in Madrid with a pool house.

BBQ Outdoor Kitchen

Golden Touch Construction, Inc.

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional backyard rectangular natural pool in Los Angeles with a hot tub and concrete slab.

Alcobendas

Alba Mª Temprano Alonso/ Project Work T&A.

Design ideas for a mid-sized mediterranean side yard rectangular lap pool in Madrid with a pool house.

Swim & Exercise Spas

Mission Valley Spas

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary courtyard rectangular aboveground pool in Orange County with a hot tub and decking.

Pool House Paradise

Kane Landscapes Inc

The front of this poolhouse is a show-stopper with a covered paver patio. The ceiling of the pavilion is outfitted with a fan to keep you cool on hot summer days. *Photograph by Techo-Bloc

Modernity on University (sneak peek)

Masa Studio Architects

modern west University
Small modern backyard rectangular infinity pool in Houston with a water feature and decking.

beautifylvlanscape's ideas

Beautify (Landscape Design and Installation)

Photo of a mid-sized traditional backyard custom-shaped lap pool in Las Vegas with concrete slab.

Renovation - St Lucia

Aqua Vista Glass

This traditional Queenslander underwent a renovation to give it a fresh modern feel. One of the design features is the stunning timber deck sounding the pool complete with Frameless Glass Pool Fencing.

Mid-sized and Small 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.