Photo of a mid-sized traditional backyard rectangular lap pool in New Orleans with a hot tub and brick pavers.

Brick Beauty

Brad Sharpe Pools

Robert Shaw photographer
Small traditional backyard custom-shaped lap pool in Austin with a hot tub and brick pavers.

Private Bocce Ball Court and Swimming Pool

Progressive Design Build

An extreme makeover turns an unassuming lanai deck into an outdoor oasis. These Bonita Bay homeowners loved the location of their home, but needed it to fit their current lifestyle. Because they love to entertain, they wanted to maximize their outdoor space—one that would accommodate a large family and lots of guests. Working with Progressive Design Build, Mike Spreckelmeier helped the homeowners formulate a list of ideas about what they wanted to achieve in the renovation; then, guided them through the process of planning their remodel. The renovation focused on reconfiguring the layout to extend the outdoor kitchen and living area—to include a new outdoor kitchen, dining area, sitting area and fireplace. Finishing details comprised a beautiful wood ceiling, cast stone accents, and porcelain tile. The lanai was also expanded to include a full size bocce ball court, which was fully encased in a beautiful custom colonnade and screen enclosure. With the extension of the outdoor space came a need to connect the living area to the existing pool and deck. The pool and spa were refinished; and a well thought-out low voltage remote-control relay system was installed for easy control of all of the outdoor and landscape lighting, ceiling fans, and hurricane shutters. This outdoor kitchen project turned out so well, the Bonita Bay homeowners hired Progressive Design Build to remodel the front of their home as well. To create much needed space, Progressive Design Build tore down an existing two-car garage and designed and built a brand new 2.5-car garage with a family suite above. The family suite included three bedrooms, two bathrooms, additional air conditioned storage, a beautiful custom made stair system, and a sitting area. Also part of the project scope, we enlarged a separate one-car garage to a two-car garage (totaling 4.5 garages), and build a 4,000 sq. ft. driveway, complete with landscape design and installation.

Holmby Hills 1931 Spanish

Joel Reis Architecture and Real Estate Photography

This is an example of a large mediterranean backyard rectangular natural pool in Los Angeles with a hot tub and brick pavers.

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U.S. Green Pros a division of AKA Landscapes

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional backyard custom-shaped lap pool in Charlotte with a hot tub and brick pavers.

Our Work

TGL Nevada Corp

Mid-sized traditional backyard custom-shaped pool in Las Vegas with a hot tub and brick pavers.

Sudbury Pool

Sudbury Design Group

This unique pool, which includes dramatic spillways and spa, is tucked nicely into a small space at this suburban property. Although small in scale, the pool is integrated with the architecture providing an outdoor kitchen, pergola, and dramatic lighting.

Swimming Pool and Spa in Lake Nona, Florida

American Pools & Spas

Request a free estimate if you are in the Central Florida area: American-Pools.com The panoramic screen enclosure makes this beautiful backyard oasis welcoming with a grand view of the lake. This in ground pool is a geometric, custom design with a few pool steps, tanning ledge or sun shelf. a spillway with glass tile, a spa, and laminars jets. American Pools & Spas has been in the pool industry and custom-designing pools for over 20 years in the Orlando area. Our work expands to paver installation, screen enclosures, fire pits, outdoor kitchens, and much more. If you are interested in taking the plunge and want to invest in entertaining for friends and family, call our office at 407-847-9322.

Residential New Build With Spillover Spa

Clear Tech, Inc

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Pool and Patio Colts Neck NJ

Elite Landscapes & Pavers INC

Elite Landscapes and Pavers INC Gunite Pool, Pool Patio, Brick Paver Pool Patio, Pool Spa, Pool Landscape, Landscape Design, Pool, Concrete Pool, Pool Patio Colts Neck NJ

Deerhaven Residence

Gary Haygood Solutions

Pool was designed for a volleyball net to be put up in sleeves within the landscape pockets next to the coping. The volleyball area is 15' square on each side of the net and both sides are the same depth. The right lobe of the pool is the deep end with a diving rock.

City of Allentown custom salt water pool with spa, slide, sunshelf, & waterfall

B&B Custom Pools

Custom Salt Water Pool with sunshelf, waterfalls, flume slide, & raised spa in City of Allentown, Lehigh County, PA by www.custompoolsbybarry.com
Design ideas for a traditional backyard custom-shaped natural pool in Philadelphia with brick pavers and a hot tub.

Shady Canyon

Richard Krantz Architecture Inc

Photo of a large country backyard rectangular lap pool in Orange County with a hot tub and brick pavers.

Swimming Pool and Spa in Lake Nona, Florida

American Pools & Spas

Desert Mountain New Build

Ashley P. Design

Design ideas for a traditional backyard rectangular infinity pool in Phoenix with a hot tub and brick pavers.

Hartford Wire Fences

Hartford Wire Fence

Aluminum pool fence in Simsbury, Connecticut
This is an example of a large traditional backyard custom-shaped natural pool in New York with a hot tub and brick pavers.

Midcentury Modern Pool

Brad Sharpe Pools

Robert Shaw photographer
Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury backyard rectangular lap pool in Austin with brick pavers and a hot tub.

Ridge Views

Pro-Land Landscape Construction Inc.

This large property was a blank canvas when Pro-Land was hired to complete the design and build for this backyard retreat. Initially, the clients had just wanted a small outdoor space with a kitchen and a cabana with a fireplace. As the design progressed things changed; a secondary covered structure was added to the kitchen, and the patio was expanded to include a concrete pool. The natural stone fireplace in the cabana is a focal piece in this backyard. The wood and natural stone along with a crackling fire create a comfortable and cozy space to relax on those cooler summer nights. Raised planter boxes frame the path to the pool, separating the spaces while creating a cohesive feel through the use of materials. Truly an entertainers paradise, the yard features a gunnite pool complete with hot tub and tanning deck, a covered outdoor kitchen & bar, custom wood burning fireplace, and modern cabana finished with automatic roller screens, and sliding glass doors. Photography by: Effie Edits Inc.

Custom Projects

Marc Evan Swimming Pool Design

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Hacienda del Sol

Casas del Oso Luxury Homes

Looking across the pool to the Casita at dusk
Inspiration for a mid-sized courtyard rectangular natural pool in Phoenix with brick pavers and a hot tub.

Pool Design Ideas with a Hot Tub and Brick Pavers

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.