Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary backyard rectangular infinity pool in San Francisco with a hot tub and natural stone pavers.

Thornhill Poolscape

Arbordale Landscaping

2-1/2" thick locally sourced Limestone coping surround the pool edge, tops the garden wall, pillar caps, and steps. Pool deck and upper dining terrace are done in Unilock Brussels Block pavingstone. Cedar hedging and Purple Beech trees line the fence right up to the cabana. Wrought iron lounge chairs and ottomans make for an inviting feel. Photo cred. to the Japanese Maple branch at the bottom right of the shot!

Westbourne

Spaced Out

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern backyard rectangular lap pool in Los Angeles with a hot tub and decking.

Brantuk Project : Western Outdoor Designs

Western Outdoor Designs

Western Pavers, Inc. has been in business for over twenty years. Western Pavers is the Pioneer of all local paver companies in Southern California. Western Pavers has been transforming customers' visions into a reality for decades. We pride ourselves in providing our customers with 100% satisfaction and creating beautiful outdoor living spaces. Western Pavers can provide beautiful designs and take you from conceptual to the completion of your outdoor living project. We are Western Outdoor Designs’ paver specialist department.

Various Projects

Homes by Aburton

Design ideas for a mid-sized backyard custom-shaped pool in Miami with a hot tub and tile.

Mediterranean Outdoor Living

JRP Design & Remodel

Every day is a vacation in this Thousand Oaks Mediterranean-style outdoor living paradise. This transitional space is anchored by a serene pool framed by flagstone and elegant landscaping. The outdoor living space emphasizes the natural beauty of the surrounding area while offering all the advantages and comfort of indoor amenities, including stainless-steel appliances, custom beverage fridge, and a wood-burning fireplace. The dark stain and raised panel detail of the cabinets pair perfectly with the El Dorado stone pulled throughout this design; and the airy combination of chandeliers and natural lighting produce a charming, relaxed environment. Flooring: Kitchen and Pool Areas: Concrete Pool Surround: Flagstone Light Fixtures: Chandelier Stone/Masonry: El Dorado Photographer: Tom Clary

Contemporary in Afton Oaks

Del Cielo Custom Homes

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary courtyard rectangular infinity pool in Houston with stamped concrete.

Luxury Townhouse

The Next Level

Basement swimming pool and spa with faceted mirror wall and integrated audio system.
Photo of a mid-sized transitional indoor rectangular pool in London.

All Tile Pool & Spa

Austin Pool Designs

The space at the location for the pool was very limited and flat, so creating a design that was grandiose for our client without overwhelming the area required creativity. The all-tile pool utilizes elevations highlighted by multiple negative edges to draw the eye and create aesthetic impact and dimension to the property. The multiple fire bowls, LED laminar jets, and nicheless LED lights create a spectacle for evening entertaining throughout the year. This project won a 2016 GOLD International Design Award.

Our Work

Blue Sky Pools

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary backyard kidney-shaped pool in Tampa with a water feature and tile.

Traditional Style Poolside

katie_shoemaker23

Traditional Style Poolside using Techo-Bloc's Blu 60 mm slab.
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional pool in Other.

Pools

Scapes Incorporated

Mid-sized contemporary backyard custom-shaped natural pool in Dallas with a hot tub and stamped concrete.

Mansfield PermaCrete Vinyl Liner - Hot Tub

Easton Pool & Spa - Where great backyards begin!

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional backyard kidney-shaped lap pool in Providence with a pool house and stamped concrete.

DeBriere Residence

MeadowGreen Group

One House, Four Pools!

American Heritage Pool Corporation

American Heritage Pool Corporation
Inspiration for a mid-sized tropical front yard custom-shaped lap pool in Other with a water feature and natural stone pavers.

House of Three Courtyards

Winn Wittman Architecture A.I.A.

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary courtyard custom-shaped infinity pool in Austin with concrete pavers.

Screens

Lanaiscapes

Mid-sized tropical backyard kidney-shaped lap pool in Hawaii with natural stone pavers.

Pools and Patios

Beautify (Landscape Design and Installation)

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional backyard rectangular lap pool in Las Vegas with brick pavers.

Spa spillway into river

Fossil Creek Pools

Photo of a mid-sized country backyard custom-shaped natural pool in Austin with a water feature and brick pavers.

Indian Rocks Beach Residence

Klar and Klar Architects, Inc

This is an example of a mid-sized beach style pool in Tampa.

Mid-sized Brown 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.