Design ideas for a small arts and crafts backyard rectangular natural pool in Houston with a hot tub and concrete slab.

Design ideas for a mid-sized country backyard rectangular natural pool in San Francisco with a water feature and concrete slab.

La Jolla Hamptons

Charco DESIGN & BUILD Inc.

Design ideas for a large arts and crafts backyard custom-shaped natural pool in San Diego with a pool house and concrete slab.

Custom Pool Deck Coloration

Concrete Remodelers

Picture of pool deck as we are applying the layers of colors to produce the custom appearance of the water. The back yard environment was created to have the appearance of a larger body of water in a tropical forest theme.

It's a Dog's World

THE POOL COMPANY CONSTRUCTION

A freeform swimming pool tucked away in a wooded area that offers plenty of privacy. Natural materials were used to complement it's environment. Portofino coping mimics natural stone, without the side effects of minerals getting in the pool. Bora Bora Pool Quartz Plaster was used to give it this rich blue color. Plenty of comfortable seating surrounds the pool. A Stone Face Wall in combination of a Stone Face Reverse Bond Beam were used to control the extreme grade of the yard and again blends perfect in it's environment.

Huber

Pacific Paradise Pools

Mid-sized tropical backyard custom-shaped natural pool in Orange County with a water slide and concrete slab.

Pebble Tec Emerald Bay

Vue Custom Pools

Emerald Bay pebble tec can has a hint of deep blue and green in the shade.
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional backyard custom-shaped natural pool in Raleigh with concrete slab.

STONE by STONE Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional backyard custom-shaped natural pool in Atlanta with a hot tub and concrete slab.

Concrete Interiors

Power Concrete Construction & Design Center

This is an example of a large contemporary backyard rectangular natural pool in Cedar Rapids with a water feature and concrete slab.

Pool House Zen

Wadia Associates

This is an example of a contemporary side yard custom-shaped natural pool in New York with a pool house and concrete slab.

Locke Lane Residence

Jay Baker Architects

Aker Imaging
Large traditional side yard rectangular natural pool in Houston with a hot tub and concrete slab.

New Swimming Pools

Noga Pools and Spa Inc.

Mid-sized traditional backyard custom-shaped natural pool in Los Angeles with a hot tub and concrete slab.

The Lagoon

Conscious Environments Inc.

A large carved rock pool that features a grotto, waterslide, multiple waterfalls, and a beach entry is the show piece of this tropical backyard oasis.

New City - New Pool House

ROAM Architecture

A new pool house structure for a young family, featuring a space for family gatherings and entertaining. The highlight of the structure is the featured 2 sliding glass walls, which opens the structure directly to the adjacent pool deck. The space also features a fireplace, indoor kitchen, and bar seating with additional flip-up windows.

Malibu

Campion Walker Landscapes

The transformation from a registered landslide hillside to a stunning garden oasis, is truly breathtaking. The pool was updated and the Corten steel arbor cleverly cantilevered on this 5 acre property. Using a crib wall system (Slope Block) allowed us to create lush terraces from toe to top - garden pathways lined with boulders create the illusion they were always there. The Slope Block was acid stained and planted so they eye can see just a hint of the bones through the lush California and Australian native plants and trees.

Custom Pool & Covered Patio

Allure Construction & Concrete

This is an example of a small contemporary backyard rectangular natural pool in Houston with a hot tub and concrete slab.

Inground Swimming Pool Projects

Central Jersey Pools

Central Jersey Pools understands a pool becomes a permanent part of your home, make sure that you invest in a quality outdoor pool product. Central Jersey Pools is an authorized distributor of Fox Pools for quality In Ground Pools. We also carry a complete line of On Ground and Above Ground Pools.

Backyard Construction

Concrete Concepts & Design

We tend to out-do our competitors, I say that not to boast, but examples include depth, we pour everything @2" thicker than our competition...Why? Because we want it to last! We try to save our customers money, we NEVER upsell, if anything we explain how you can have a diamond nobody else has for less than what I would charge for 100% stamped. This is a brushed deck, with wood plank features, this guy got the works and spent less than if I stamped the entire thing, thousands less

North Tustin Backyard Renovation

TRU Landscape Services

Expansive country backyard custom-shaped natural pool in Orange County with a water feature and concrete slab.

Welsh Design Services

Inspiration for a mid-sized tropical backyard custom-shaped natural pool in Denver with a hot tub and concrete slab.

Natural Pool Design Ideas with Concrete Slab

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.