Philadelphia PA 21' Round above ground package.

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional backyard aboveground pool in Philadelphia.

Pool

Stan Morris Construction LLC

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional backyard pool in Chicago.

Poolhus

Enkelrum

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary backyard rectangular pool in Stockholm with a pool house and decking.

Hillside Pools Gallery

Hillside Pools LLC

Mid-sized traditional backyard rectangular lap pool in Other with a pool house and concrete slab.

container gardens

City & Estate Gardener

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional backyard rectangular natural pool in Providence with natural stone pavers.

Fairhope Backyard Oasis

Walcott Adams Verneuille Architects

This aging pool pavilion was given new life and is now the focal point for this traditional Fairhope home.
This is an example of a mid-sized beach style backyard rectangular pool in Other with a pool house.

Cotabush

Parrot Bay Pools & Spas

Mid-sized country backyard custom-shaped lap pool in Little Rock with a water slide and natural stone pavers.

Chicago Pool and Spa Highland Park 2

Sunset Pools and Spas, Inc.

Custom swimming pool with stone patio and automatic pool cover.
Photo of a mid-sized modern backyard rectangular pool in Chicago with natural stone pavers.

Residential Pool in Baltimore, Maryland

Specialty Pool & Fountain, LLC

Specialty Pool and Fountain. Photos- Craig Westerman, Hometrack
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional backyard rectangular pool in Baltimore with natural stone pavers.

Highland Park Pool, Interior Hot Tub

Platinum Poolcare

Request Free Quote This rectilinear pool in Highland Park, IL measures 20 '0 `` x 40’0” with a depth ranging from 3’6” to 6' 0". The interior hot tub measures 8’0” x 8’0”. Adjacent to the hot tub is a top step sunshelf measuring 6’0” x 20’0”. The pool also features a 6’0” deep end bench. Both the pool and hot tub feature LED color changing lights. The coping on the pool as well as the hot tub is Bluestone, and the pool finish is Ceramaquartz exposed aggregate. Photography by e3.

Modern sunken pool and gym complex

EP Architects Ltd

EP Architects, were appointed to carry out the design work for a new indoor pool and gym building. This was the fourth phase of works to transform a 1960’s bungalow into a contemporary dwelling. The first phase comprised internal modifications to create a new kitchen dining area and to open up the lounge area. The front entrance was also moved to the south side of the property. The second phase added a, modern glass and zinc, first floor extension which contains a master bedroom suite and office space with a balcony looking out over the extensive gardens. The large ‘pod’ extension incorporated high levels of insulation for improved thermal performance and a green roof to further save energy and encourage biodiversity. The indoor pool complex includes a gym area and is set down into the sloping garden thus reducing the impact of the building when viewed from the terrace. The materials used in the construction of this phase matched those of previous phases including a green roof. EPA worked closely with XL Pools to incorporate their one piece module which was brought onto site and craned into position. The southern aspect of the pool building is exploited with glass sliding doors which open the whole space up to the garden creating wonderful place to relax or play.

Rectangle Shaped Pools

Coral Pool's

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern backyard rectangular lap pool in San Francisco with a hot tub and tile.

Collections

Aquilus Piscines - France

Mid-sized modern backyard rectangular pool in Grenoble with a pool house and decking.

Pool Deck

The Lawn Butler

Photo of a mid-sized traditional backyard kidney-shaped natural pool in Other with concrete pavers.

Retaining Wall Projects

Allison Companies Inc

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional backyard custom-shaped pool in Nashville with concrete slab.

Poolscapes & Patios

Basics Landscaping Co

Bluestone patio with sheer descent in natural stone
Photo of a mid-sized modern backyard rectangular pool in New York with a water feature and natural stone pavers.

Pool

PediniLA

Photo of a mid-sized modern backyard l-shaped lap pool in Los Angeles with decking.

Highland Park, IL Swimming Pool and Raised Hot Tub

Platinum Poolcare

Request Free Quote This pool is perfect for swimming laps or for diving. Both the swimming pool and raised hot tub have Indiana Limestone coping, and the deck is brussels block pavers. The pool has an automatic safety cover with custom stone walk-on lid system, and the hot tub has a waterfall spillover feature. Photos by Linda Oyama Bryan

Midcentury Pool

Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury pool in Los Angeles.

Poolscape

Redbud Development

Geff Redick
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary backyard rectangular pool in Other with a pool house and natural stone pavers.

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.