Design ideas for a transitional backyard custom-shaped pool in Toronto with a hot tub and natural stone pavers.

A very small South Tampa backyard (typical) turned into a very usable space. Approx. 265 sq. ft. this small pool or spool (spa pool) has everything one needs to enjoy outdoor living life. Offset to one side of the yard, it allows for max use of the space. The approx. 330 sq. ft. french pattern silver travertine pool deck and straight edge pool coping gives this backyard a clean, simple, modern feel. With the soft zoyisa grass expanding almost to pool edges it gives the small space a vast, clean feel. The sunshelf in the pool adds a place of pause before entering the pool which has a max depth of 6 feet. No matter what time of year the spool is equiped with a pool heater that will have this oasis to 87 plus degrees within several hrs or less. Landscape Fusion

Great Use of Small Space

Texas Pools

Photo of a small traditional backyard custom-shaped lap pool in Houston with a hot tub and tile.

New Swimming Pools

Noga Pools and Spa Inc.

Mid-sized contemporary backyard custom-shaped lap pool in Los Angeles with a hot tub and stamped concrete.

A unique pool design for a small space

Thrasher Pool and Spa

Kimberly Evans
Photo of a mid-sized mediterranean backyard rectangular lap pool in Atlanta with a hot tub and natural stone pavers.

Modern Tranquility

Campion Walker Landscapes

To anchor a modern house, designed by Frederick Fisher & Partners, Campion Walker brought in a mature oak grove that at first frames the home and then invites the visitor to explore the grounds including an intimate culinary garden and stone fruit orchard. The neglected hillside on the back of the property once overgrown with ivy was transformed into a California native oak woodland, with under-planting of ceanothus and manzanitas. We used recycled water to create a dramatic water feature cut directly into the limestone entranceway framed by a cacti and succulent garden.

Kidney shaped salt water pool with raised spa

Monogram Custom Pools (610)282-0235

Monogram Custom Homes and Pools
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary backyard kidney-shaped infinity pool in Philadelphia with a hot tub.

Garden Fresh

Moderne Builders

Peak Photog
Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury backyard kidney-shaped pool in Los Angeles with a hot tub and concrete pavers.

A Small Backyard Magically Transformed

Betz Pools Limited

Without the space for a large pool a compact 16’ x 28’ vinyl liner pool was designed with two purposes. In summer it can be used as a refreshing plunge pool, while in spring and fall it can be heated to hot spring temperature and significantly extend the pool season. A two-foot perimeter path of low maintenance river rock ensures proper drainage between the retaining wall and fence.

Free Form Pools

Artesian Custom Pools

Design ideas for a mid-sized backyard custom-shaped natural pool in Dallas with a hot tub and natural stone pavers.

Back Yard Transformation in Covedale

Neal's Design Remodel

Robin Victor Goetz/www.GoRVGP.com
Inspiration for a large traditional backyard custom-shaped natural pool in Cincinnati with a hot tub and natural stone pavers.

JACUZZI

Oregon Hot Tub

Mid-sized arts and crafts backyard rectangular aboveground pool in Portland with a hot tub and decking.

Contemporary Pool

Contemporary backyard pool in Miami with a hot tub.

Modern pool with white mosaic surround

Simple Steps

This modern pool has a custom mix of two white mosaics, 160 and 161. There are many pre made mosaic mixes to choose from or you can make a custom mix to fit your style. These tiles are 3/4"x3/4" and 3/8"x3/8" and 5/8"x5/8" are available.

Swim & Exercise Spas

Mission Valley Spas

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary courtyard rectangular aboveground pool in Orange County with a hot tub and decking.

Hydrotherapy Plunge Pool

Platinum Poolcare

Request Free Quote This oakbrook plunge pool doubles as a hydrotherapy pool. The vessel measures 12'0" x 15'0" and has 2 LED colored lights. There is an automatic pool cover with stone lid system. There is also a 15'0" underwater bench. The raised water feature has three scuppers spilling into the pool. The Limestone coping and capstone has a sealed, modified edge.

Unique Nature Integrated Spa

Vollmer Custom Pools LLC

Inspiration for a small country backyard custom-shaped pool in Houston with a hot tub and natural stone pavers.

Back yard retreat

Hartman Landscape

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional backyard kidney-shaped pool in Chicago with concrete slab and a hot tub.

Orchard Park

Custom Homes by Robert Wood

Large mediterranean backyard custom-shaped lap pool in Austin with a hot tub and natural stone pavers.

Pacific View

MJ Lanphier

MJLID
Small contemporary backyard round aboveground pool in Los Angeles with a hot tub and decking.

Pool Design Ideas with a Hot Tub and with Privacy Feature

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.