A Palm Springs inspired, arid garden provides a beautiful backdrop to this stunning modern home by Latitude 37 Homes. The courtyard swimming pool is wrapped on all sides by the home with large window walls providing views at every angle. Succulents provide accent against the pavement and boundary walls.

Central Residence

Dylan Barber Building Design

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary backyard rectangular pool in Geelong with natural stone pavers.

Taringa House

Shane Marsh Architects

Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury backyard rectangular lap pool in Brisbane with with privacy feature and tile.

Roscommon House

Neil Cownie Architect Pty Ltd

The organic shaped swimming pool is matched by the organic shape of the roof that provides shade to poolside furniture.
Mid-sized midcentury kidney-shaped pool in Perth with natural stone pavers.

Bronte Pool + Landscaping

MacDonald+Duque Design

Photo of a mid-sized beach style backyard rectangular natural pool in Sydney with decking.

North Dallas Modern Backyard

Randy Angell Designs

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern backyard rectangular pool in Dallas with a hot tub.

Madison Cabin

J Steven Kemp Architect

Design ideas for a mid-sized country backyard rectangular pool in Atlanta with a water feature and natural stone pavers.

Wilmington Court - Pool, Spa, & Pavilion at Night

Paul N. Brow, Architect, LLC

Axial view of the rectangular swimming pool with a raised square, infinity edge spa in the foreground and the timber framed pool pavilion beyond. The spa features uncut black glass tile & a solid block bluestone entry step. The pool contains twin tanning ledges & facing benches along each of its long edges.

Woods Hole, Falmouth, MA - Private Residence II

C.H. Newton Builders, Inc

Design ideas for a mid-sized arts and crafts backyard rectangular pool in Boston with decking.

Backyard Fun

On Site Landscape

John Prouty
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary backyard rectangular pool in Phoenix with a water slide and concrete pavers.

Pool Projects

Allison Companies Inc

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional backyard rectangular pool in Nashville with natural stone pavers and a hot tub.

Lively Residence

AquaTerra Outdoors

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

Colombian Romantic

Exterior Worlds Landscaping & Design

Carl Mayfield
Photo of a mid-sized mediterranean backyard rectangular lap pool in Houston with natural stone pavers.

Pool After

Realty Restoration, LLC

Christopher Davison, AIA
Mid-sized mediterranean backyard kidney-shaped natural pool in Austin with natural stone pavers and a hot tub.

Rivertowne Pool and Spa

Josh Atkinson - Atkinson Pools and Spas

Karson Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary backyard rectangular natural pool in Charleston with natural stone pavers and a hot tub.

Elegant Pool Deck Walkway

PPG PROLUXE Wood Finishes

Minimalist side yard area with an in-ground pool, level with a deck stained with PPG ProLuxe Stain. The glass panel railing seamlessly ties your surroundings in with nature and the outdoors. Enjoy this rich and durable stain on your deck too with PPG ProLuxe Stains.

1221 Mohawk

3rd Street Custom Homes

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary backyard rectangular natural pool in Dallas with a hot tub and concrete pavers.

Contemporary Garden w/ Bird's Eye View

Conscious Environments Inc.

This spa features an infinity edge, black porcelain tile, and view. Other surrounding features consist of raised hardwood decks, cantilevered umbrella, BBQ island, fire pit, covered patio, and drought tolerant landscaping.

Arlington Heights, IL Rectilinear Swimming Pool with Interior Hot Tub

Platinum Poolcare

Request Free Quote This rectilinear pool in Arlington Heights, IL measures 20 '0 `` x 40’0”, with depths of 3’6” to 7' 6". There is a 5’0” x 11' 0” sun shelf in the shallow area that is adorned with two LED colored bubbler jets, as well as 2 LED colored Laminar flow water jets at the opposite end. There is a 20’0” bench that runs along the house side of the pool. The hot tub situated inside the pool measures 7’0” x 8’0” and features 8 hydrotherapy jets and an LED colored light. Both the hot tub and pool are covered by an automatic hydraulic pool cover with a custom stone walk-on lid system. The coping and decking are Valders Limestone. There are glass tile insets on all of the steps, benches, sun shelf, and the vertical spa walls. The hot tub as well as the top of the cover box wall are capped by Valders limestone pieces. The project also features volleyball and basketball games. Photography by e3.

A Contemporary Country Classic

Betz Pools Limited

Another luxury feature is the 6’ x 9’ spa which is winterized for year-round use. It is located near the home’s backyard walkout which is especially convenient during the off season. At the end of a long day, it’s easy to pop out for a relaxing soak. When not in use, the water recirculates through a slot back into the pool.

Mid-sized 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.