This project was a renovation of an existing in-ground swimming pool in disrepair. Working closely with our friends at Aquavisions, the pool and it's surroundings were renovated to include an automated cover, deck water jets, and a slide. The pool now acts as the centerpiece of this stunning terraced backyard fit for entertaining and relaxation alike. Working with the existing brick-faced retaining walls sitting high above the pool deck, the Hummel's team got to work building new mosaic style walls using Techo-Bloc's Baltimore wall in two sizes. The pool patio features the clean lines of the Umbriano paver from Unilock with a Copthorne border. Lush plantings soften the hard lines of the pool and masonry work. To set the ambience, a landscape lighting system was installed, uplighting features across the terraces, as well as the hardscaping itself.

Starnes Family

Poolside Designs, Inc.

Inspiration for a mid-sized tropical backyard custom-shaped natural pool in Houston with a water slide and stamped concrete.

Cotabush

Parrot Bay Pools & Spas

This is an example of a mid-sized country backyard custom-shaped lap pool in Little Rock with a water slide and natural stone pavers.

Pool Design and Construction

Fresh Start Companies

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary backyard custom-shaped lap pool in Detroit with a water slide.

Pool and patio with stone / rock walls and deck

My Garden: Landscape Design by Wayne

Rustic pool with rock slide structure. Photos by Wayne
Design ideas for a mid-sized country backyard custom-shaped pool in Orange County with a water slide and natural stone pavers.

Our Work

Denscot Pool And Spa

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional backyard kidney-shaped pool in New York with a water slide and tile.

Viking Pools - Culf Coast - Viking Pools of Redding - Redding, CA

Latham Pool Products Inc.

A waterslide, perfect lounging area, and natural landscape - this Gulf Coast model Viking Pool is a beauty! As you can see, subtle add-on features like cascades and waterfalls can make a huge difference. This gorgeous project was installed by Viking Pools of Redding in Redding, CA 2011.

Freeform Style Pool with Raised Spa and Waterslide

Monogram Custom Pools (610)282-0235

Monogram Custom Builders
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary backyard custom-shaped pool in Philadelphia with a water slide and stamped concrete.

Pool & Spa with Grotto and Fire Features

Neave Group Outdoor Solutions

Whitewater Imagery
This is an example of a mid-sized country backyard custom-shaped pool in New York with a water slide and brick pavers.

Baptista Residence, Santee

Lewis Landscape Construction

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary backyard custom-shaped natural pool in San Diego with a water slide and stamped concrete.

Elburn, IL Inground Swimming Pool

Platinum Poolcare

Request Free Quote This inground swimming pool in Elburn, IL measures 20'0" x 40'0", and features a radius thermal shelf with three LED lit bubbler features. Laminar Flow water features and a slide provide activity. The coping is Valder's Wisconsin Limestone. This pool also has an automatic pool safety cover with custom walk-on stone lid system. Photos by Larry Huene

Frostleaf

Morgan Howarth Photography

Pool hardscape
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary backyard kidney-shaped natural pool in DC Metro with a water slide and natural stone pavers.

Alpine - Parade of Homes 2015

Raykon Construction

This is an example of a mid-sized arts and crafts backyard rectangular aboveground pool in Salt Lake City with a water slide and concrete pavers.

Our Work

Liquid Assets Pools, Inc.

Custom pool and outdoor living space designed and constructed by Liquid Assets Pools in St. Louis. Contact us for a free consultation.
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary backyard custom-shaped pool in St Louis with a water slide and natural stone pavers.

Dominion Valley, Haymarket

Land & Water Design

Custom swimming pool with sheer descent waterfalls and enclosed dolphin waterslide. Pool Pavilion with wood burning fireplace and pergolas.
Photo of a mid-sized traditional backyard custom-shaped natural pool in DC Metro with a water slide and concrete pavers.

HoHokus

Contemporary Pools & Spas LLC

Concrete pool
Photo of a mid-sized traditional backyard custom-shaped pool in New York with a water slide and concrete pavers.

The Georges'

Piscines et Spas Barracuda Pools and Spas

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional backyard rectangular pool in Ottawa with a water slide and concrete pavers.

Ranch House

Foursquare Builders

Inspiration for a mid-sized country backyard custom-shaped natural pool in Austin with a water slide and natural stone pavers.

Viking Pools of Redding - Cancun

Latham Pool Products Inc.

This cancun model was built at a home in Redding, CA by Viking Pools of Redding. This pool is sleek and simple, with a fun waterslide and perfect beach rock accents to ensure the space feels like a true vacation!

Custom & Specialty Works

Arizona Backyard Custom

Photo of a mid-sized backyard rectangular pool in Phoenix with a water slide.

Mid-sized Pool Design Ideas with a Water Slide

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.