Large midcentury backyard custom-shaped pool in Phoenix.

Radiant In Ground Pool (22x44) w/ Rico Rock Waterfall and Slide

This is a 22x44ft Inground Pool (Radiant Adirondack model); with an entry depth of 3ft 4in (with a slide of 2ft 8in to the 6ft deep end). This is a non-diving pool. There is an Offset 8ft Fiberglass steps that lead into the pool. This pool is fitted with a Rico Rock waterfall + slide.

Mid-Century Modern

Joel Reis Architecture and Real Estate Photography

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

Via Monte Vista Project

Shields Residential Inc.

Photo of a mid-sized midcentury backyard rectangular pool in Los Angeles with a hot tub and concrete slab.

Mid-Century Modern

Moody Graham

Victoria Cooper
This is an example of a large midcentury side yard custom-shaped pool in Baltimore with natural stone pavers.

Dorado Palm Springs Residence

Zigrang Construction

Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury backyard rectangular lap pool in Los Angeles with a hot tub and concrete pavers.

Mid-Century Outdoor Sanctuary

Kraft Custom Construction

After completing an interior remodel for this mid-century home in the South Salem hills, we revived the old, rundown backyard and transformed it into an outdoor living room that reflects the openness of the new interior living space. We tied the outside and inside together to create a cohesive connection between the two. The yard was spread out with multiple elevations and tiers, which we used to create “outdoor rooms” with separate seating, eating and gardening areas that flowed seamlessly from one to another. We installed a fire pit in the seating area; built-in pizza oven, wok and bar-b-que in the outdoor kitchen; and a soaking tub on the lower deck. The concrete dining table doubled as a ping-pong table and required a boom truck to lift the pieces over the house and into the backyard. The result is an outdoor sanctuary the homeowners can effortlessly enjoy year-round.

Pool and Spa with Paver Deck in Orlando, Florida

American Pools & Spas

A custom pool and spa with upgraded glass tile around the spa, steps, and water tile. The homeowners opted for travertine (natural stone) for their coping and pavers for their deck space.

Fabulous Ojai Property with Views

Delicious Decors

Fabulous Views Photos by Fredrik Bergstrom
Design ideas for a midcentury pool in Los Angeles.

Mid Century Modern

Joelle Uzyel

This is an example of a large midcentury backyard custom-shaped infinity pool in Los Angeles with concrete pavers.

MBD | Mid-Century Mod

MBD | Mark Brunetz Designs

Outdoor pool area with stainless steel BBQ and misters.
Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury backyard rectangular pool in Los Angeles with concrete slab.

Hollywood Hills Home

til collaborative

view from upper deck to pool, with garden
Inspiration for a large midcentury backyard rectangular lap pool in Los Angeles with decking.

Kingfisher House

Josephine Hurley Architecture

Inspiration for a large midcentury side yard custom-shaped infinity pool in Sydney with natural stone pavers.

Red Head Ranch

Creative Tile, Fresno

Photo of a large midcentury backyard rectangular infinity pool in Other with a water feature and concrete pavers.

Natick Residence

SSG Pools & Spas, Inc.

This is an example of an expansive midcentury backyard custom-shaped natural pool in Boston with concrete slab.

Jackson Residence

Venetian Outdoors

Photo of a large midcentury backyard custom-shaped pool in Phoenix.

Mid-Century Modern Update

Hoover Architecture, PLLC

Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury pool in New York.

Classic Alexander Modern Palm Springs Beauty

Horizon Builders, Inc.

Outdoor pool area.
Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury backyard kidney-shaped natural pool in Other with a hot tub and concrete slab.

MONTEREY

User

Pool & Spa
Photo of an expansive midcentury backyard custom-shaped natural pool in Other with a water feature and concrete slab.

Al Beadle Mid Century Modern Update

Supreme Pools

Large midcentury backyard rectangular lap pool in Phoenix with a hot tub and stamped concrete.

Midcentury 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 midcentury 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 midcentury 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 midcentury 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 midcentury 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 midcentury 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.