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

Darker Modern Pool

Vollmer Custom Pools LLC

Design ideas for a large midcentury backyard custom-shaped pool in Houston with a hot tub and tile.

Westlake village complete backyard remodel

We Build Green Inc.

Almost any addition or change you make to a home will have an impact on its resale value, but that is not to say that any change will bring you the best return on investment. Proper planning and choosing the right renovations and upgrades will pay off the most. So, where should you start? For your convenience, we take care of all the aspects involved in increasing your property’s value. Bathrooms and kitchens always bring a great return on investment, as it does not only increase value but also attracts more eyes to your property, even if you only choose to do some small improvements. Increasing interior spaces or making room additions are another great to achieve your reselling goals. For outdoor spaces, beautiful landscapes and living spaces where people can spend their days with friends and family are great selling points.

Walless Cabana

Walless Architecture

A Sympathetic In-between Positioned at the edge of the Field of Mars Reserve, Walless Cabana is the heart of family living, where people and nature come together harmoniously and embrace each other. In creating a seamless transition between the existing family home and the distant bushland, Walless Cabana deliberately curates the language of its surroundings through the Japanese concept of 'Shakkei' or borrowed scenery, ensuring its humble and respectful presence in place. Despite being a permanent structure, it is a transient space that adapts and changes dynamically with everchanging nature, personalities and lifestyle.

Evans Family Pool Renovation

Richard's Total Backyard Solutions

We love a good backyard transformation! This pool renovation includes: - Updated tile & coping - Updated plaster - Added turf - Added Deck Jets - Added LED Pool lights - Added pool automation - Removed the raised wall - Widen the spa's spillway

MID CENTURY MODERN - TAMPA, FL

Debra Ackerbloom, Inc.

Charming Mid Century Modern with a Palm Springs Vibe ~Interiors by Debra Ackerbloom ~Architectural Design by Tommy Lamb ~Architectural Photography by Bill Horne

Dimick Patio

KM Builders

A beautiful patio conversion with an exterior kitchen. We removed the walls of the original closed-in patio to create an open space.
Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury backyard pool in Austin with tile.

Tuscan Residence

Ryan Begley Photography

Ryan Begley Photography
Mid-sized midcentury backyard rectangular pool in Austin with a water feature and tile.

Gardens

Sundance® Spas

Photo by Sundance® Spas
Design ideas for a midcentury backyard rectangular aboveground pool in Los Angeles with a hot tub and tile.

Gumnut Grove

User

Matthew Niemann Photography
Design ideas for a large midcentury backyard custom-shaped pool in Austin with a water feature and tile.

Avanti by Alaglas - Medium Fiberglass Pool

Alaglas Swimming Pools

Nothing quite brings a family together like a backyard pool. The summer sun and the clear, cool water is an irresistible combination for friends and family alike. Install an Avanti Pool to create the perfect backdrop to a hot summer party. Stop putting off the best backyard investment you could make, install an Alaglas Fiberglass Pool this summer, and enjoy years and years of fun and relaxation.

Westhampton Pool

SMS Architects

This is an example of a midcentury rectangular pool in Richmond with tile.

Mid-Century Renovation Highlights Outdoor Entertaining

Tracy A. Stone Architect

The house opens to a series of outdoor entertainment spaces through a series of large sliding glass pocket doors, intimately connecting the interior to the exterior.

Fort Langley, BC

Tamlin International Homes Ltd.

Covered patio and mini outdoor kitchen by poolside
Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury backyard rectangular lap pool in Vancouver with tile and a pool house.

Lawrence Park Hot Tub

BonaVista LeisureScapes

This is an example of a small midcentury backyard rectangular pool in Toronto with a hot tub and tile.

Darker Modern Pool

Vollmer Custom Pools LLC

This is an example of a large midcentury backyard custom-shaped pool in Houston with a hot tub and tile.

Sydney Avenue

Lindon Homes Pty Ltd

Fully tiled swimming pool.
Large midcentury backyard rectangular lap pool in Brisbane with tile.

Mid-Century Renovation Highlights Outdoor Entertaining

Tracy A. Stone Architect

The house opens to a series of outdoor entertainment spaces through a series of large sliding glass pocket doors, intimately connecting the interior to the exterior.

Preston Hollow Mid-Century Inspired Outdoor Living Marvel

Archadeck of Northeast Dallas

Stunning new screened pool cover in Preston Hollow designed and built by Archadeck of NE Dallas-Southlake. The screened structures have pine tongue-and-groove ceilings with a clear coat stain that brings out the wood’s light color. The walls are cedar and the posts are cedar which we stained in walnut. We matched their home’s shed roof, which ties the new structures in with the mid-century modern style of the home.

Tuscan Residence

Ryan Begley Photography

Ryan Begley Photography
Photo of a mid-sized midcentury backyard rectangular pool in Austin with a water feature and tile.

Midcentury Pool Design Ideas with Tile

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.