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Modern Pool Design Ideas

Houston Pools | Small Spaces
Houston Pools | Small Spaces
Richard's Total Backyard SolutionsRichard's Total Backyard Solutions
Small space, but big impact in this gorgeous custom pool & spa combo!
Photo of a small modern backyard rectangular pool in Houston with a water feature and natural stone pavers.
Sunnyside Ridge
Sunnyside Ridge
Aspen Design RoomAspen Design Room
This expansive pool and hot tub area complete with full bar, fireplace and waterfall feature are the definition of luxury in the mountains. Only in Aspen, Colorado can you find a space this decadent with such a timeless understated design.
Kessler Park Modern
Kessler Park Modern
Randy Angell DesignsRandy Angell Designs
The planning phase of this modern retreat was an intense collaboration that took place over the course of more than two years. While the initial design concept exceeded the clients' expectations, it also exceeded their budget beyond the point of comfort. The next several months were spent modifying the design, in attempts to lower the budget. Ultimately, the decision was made that they would hold off on the project until they could budget for the original design, rather than compromising the vision. About a year later, we repeated that same process, which resulted in the same outcome. After another year-long hiatus, we met once again. We revisited design thoughts, each of us bringing to the table new ideas and options. Each thought simply solidified the fact that the initial vision was absolutely what we all wanted to see come to fruition, and the decision was finally made to move forward. The main challenge of the site was elevation. The Southeast corner of the lot stands 5'6" above the threshold of the rear door, while the Northeast corner dropped a full 2' below the threshold of the door. The backyard was also long and narrow, sloping side-to-side and toward the house. The key to the design concept was to deftly place the project into the slope and utilize the elevation changes, without allowing them to dominate the yard, or overwhelm the senses. The unseen challenge on this project came in the form of hitting every underground issue possible. We had to relocate the sewer main, the gas line, and the electrical service; and since rock was sitting about 6" below the surface, all of these had to be chiseled through many feet of dense rock, adding to our projected timeline and budget. As you enter the space, your first stop is an outdoor living area. Smooth finished concrete, colored to match the 'Leuder' limestone coping, has a subtle saw-cut pattern aligned with the edges of the recessed fire pit. In small spaces, it is important to consider a multi-purpose approach. So, the recessed fire pit has been fitted with an aluminum cover that allows our client to set up tables and chairs for entertaining, right over the top of the fire pit. From here, it;s two steps up to the pool elevation, and the floating 'Leuder' limestone stepper pads that lead across the pool and hide the dam wall of the flush spa. The main retaining wall to the Southeast is a poured concrete wall with an integrated sheer descent waterfall into the spa. To bring in some depth and texture, a 'Brownstone' ledgestone was used to face both the dropped beam on the pool, and the raised beam of the water feature wall. The main water feature is comprised of five custom made stainless steel scuppers, supplied by a dedicated booster pump. Colored concrete stepper pads lead to the 'Ipe' wood deck at the far end of the pool. The placement of this wood deck allowed us to minimize our use of retaining walls on the Northeast end of the yard, since it drops off over three feet below the elevation of the pool beam. One of the most unique features on this project has to be the structure over the dining area. With a unique combination of steel and wood, the clean modern aesthetic of this structure creates a visual stamp in the space that standard structure could not accomplish. 4" steel posts, painted charcoal grey, are set on an angle, 4' into the bedrock, to anchor the structure. Steel I-beams painted in green-yellow color--aptly called "frolic"--act as the base to the hefty cedar rafters of the roof structure, which has a slight pitch toward the rear. A hidden gutter on the back of the roof sends water down a copper rain chain, and into the drainage system. The backdrop for both this dining area , as well as the living area, is the horizontal screen panel, created with alternating sizes of cedar planks, stained to a calm hue of dove grey.
Woorarra House Fountain Reflection Pool
Woorarra House Fountain Reflection Pool
Rptecture ArchitectRptecture Architect
Within the lush acres of Chirnside Park, lies the Woorarra house overlooking the views of the surrounding hills and greenery. With a timeless yet contemporary design, the existing farmhouse was transformed into a spacious home featuring an open plan to allow breath taking views.
Modern Tudor
Modern Tudor
Eaton + Stipp Custom HomesEaton + Stipp Custom Homes
Beautiful beach walk in pool with large space for family to swim, included with a diving board
Design ideas for a large modern backyard rectangular natural pool in Indianapolis with concrete slab.
Indoor/Outdoor Spaces
Indoor/Outdoor Spaces
Bertolami InteriorsBertolami Interiors
Bertolami Interiors, Summit Landscape Development
Inspiration for a large modern backyard rectangular pool in San Francisco with tile and a water feature.
Bentwater Showcase Home
Bentwater Showcase Home
Hann BuildersHann Builders
Modern Stucco Exterior with Modern Pool
Inspiration for a modern pool in Houston.
"Big Time"
"Big Time"
Ryan Hughes DesignRyan Hughes Design
Situated below towering palms on a tumbled travertine paver deck is a beautiful pool-side lounging area. Whether enjoyed by day or night, the area’s appointments include multiple contemporary chaise lounges positioned near a textural Norstone stone wall. Following the overall project’s circular theme, a 4’ diameter round opening within the lounge area wall offers a view into an outdoor hearth and sculpture hide away. An adjacent stone bench is featured on one of the raised natural planting structures. The eighteen inch high seat bench was cladded with stucco and painted to match the house. Photography by Joe Traina
Markwell Pool
Markwell Pool
Artistic LandscapesArtistic Landscapes
Alex Chronos
Photo of a large modern backyard custom-shaped pool in Atlanta with a pool house and brick pavers.
Bluffview Infinity Edge and Lap Pool
Bluffview Infinity Edge and Lap Pool
Pool Environments, Inc.Pool Environments, Inc.
Infinity Edge pool & spa, lap pool, ipe deck with firepit, cabana
Photo of an expansive modern backyard rectangular lap pool in Dallas with a pool house.
Viets
Viets
Pools Plus LLC.Pools Plus LLC.
Katy Firethorne oversize lakefront backyard featuring geometric diving pool with diving board, raised spa, raised wall, travertine coping and travertine split face on and raised faces, Sahde arbor with plexiglass top and outdoor kitchen with Delta Heat Grill and accessories
Simply Elegant
Simply Elegant
Mariani LandscapeMariani Landscape
Credit: Linda Oyama Bryan
Inspiration for a large modern backyard rectangular pool in Chicago with concrete pavers.
Modern Infinity Pool
Modern Infinity Pool
Fossil Creek PoolsFossil Creek Pools
Mid-sized modern backyard rectangular infinity pool in Austin with a hot tub and tile.
River's Edge
River's Edge
Fiorentino Group ArchitectsFiorentino Group Architects
Photo Credit: Rixon Photography
Design ideas for an expansive modern backyard custom-shaped infinity pool in Boston with a hot tub and tile.
Modern Pool
Modern Pool
This is an example of a large modern backyard rectangular infinity pool in San Francisco with a hot tub and decking.
Lansdowne Modern Swimming Pool + Outdoor Living
Lansdowne Modern Swimming Pool + Outdoor Living
Randy Angell DesignsRandy Angell Designs
Photography by Jimi Smith / "Jimi Smith Photography"
Design ideas for a mid-sized modern backyard rectangular pool in Dallas with a hot tub and concrete slab.
Modern Hillside Pool with Fire and Water Features
Modern Hillside Pool with Fire and Water Features
Mike Farley Pool Designer, SWD, ASLAMike Farley Pool Designer, SWD, ASLA
Beautiful modern pool project in Southlake, TX designed by Mike Farley. It has a large cabana with a outdoor kitchen and fireplace. The hillside was terraced to create different gathering areas. The desire for great water features resulted in the back of the fire feature creating an awesome sound with a water wall and the cabana bench back created a spot for the sheer descents. The lush tropical plantings accented with raised planters and synthetic grass provide privacy with the neighbors and will grow into paradise. Constructed by Claffey Pools & landscape by Joey Designs. Photo by Mike Farley.
Outdoor Living Construction
Outdoor Living Construction
California Construction Center, Inc.California Construction Center, Inc.
Large modern backyard rectangular lap pool in San Francisco.
Bluffview Infinity Edge and Lap Pool
Bluffview Infinity Edge and Lap Pool
Pool Environments, Inc.Pool Environments, Inc.
Infinity Edge pool & spa, lap pool, ipe deck with firepit, cabana
Photo of an expansive modern backyard rectangular lap pool in Dallas with a pool house.
La Quinta Modernist Home - Patio
La Quinta Modernist Home - Patio
Bradshaw ConstructionBradshaw Construction
This 6,500-square-foot one-story vacation home overlooks a golf course with the San Jacinto mountain range beyond. The house has a light-colored material palette—limestone floors, bleached teak ceilings—and ample access to outdoor living areas. Builder: Bradshaw Construction Architect: Marmol Radziner Interior Design: Sophie Harvey Landscape: Madderlake Designs Photography: Roger Davies

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