Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional backyard rectangular lap pool in Miami with a hot tub and tile.

This is a pool we built in Frankfort, IL. This pool is a 22 x 37 Mountain Lake with Steel walls and a vinyl liner. This pool also features a Grey Granite Thermoplastic stair as well as a Grey Granite Spillover Spa. The pool surround and muitlevel patio is done with Belguard Pavers. The custom Bar area has a Wooden Chevrolet Emblem built in it. The bar is topped with Granite and covered with a Redwood Cedar Pergola. Photos By Jim Eiler

Contemporary Pool

Small contemporary backyard rectangular lap pool in Orange County with natural stone pavers and a hot tub.

Venice

Goldenline Construction Inc.

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern backyard rectangular lap pool in Los Angeles with a hot tub and concrete pavers.

Santa Fe Play

Bianchi Design

This homeowner enlisted the architects help to co-create a backyard that was carefully designed after the style of Santa Fe, New Mexico-- his favorite place on Earth. So for the pool design, the backdrop walls have thickening masses to them reminiscing the style of Santa Fe. It was important to capture for the lines of the pool to point to the pinnacle mountain vista in the backdrop. The pool overflows as a water feature into their back yard, like a sunken courtyard. It creates a tranquil sound for their backyard living space.

Project Gallery

Vega Pool and Outdoor Living

This is an example of a large tropical backyard custom-shaped lap pool in Orange County with a hot tub.

South Glastonbury, CT

Kellie Burke Interiors

Inspiration for an expansive traditional backyard rectangular infinity pool in New York with a hot tub and concrete pavers.

Modern Hot Tub & Cabana Space

Arbordale Landscaping

Our client wanted to add a hot tub and new cabana to their poolscape. The cabana was designed with a bar in the front and pool equipment and storage in the back. The bar has a roll up door for winterising. A lounge area in front allows the home owners to enjoy a drink while watching the kids play in the pool. Flagstone patios, steps, and hot tub surround give this backyard a luxurious feel. The fence is built from custom milled Cedar horizontal boards. The fence is backed with black painted plywood for full privacy. A custom hot tub pit was built in order to use what is normally an above ground hot tub. The hot tub was supplied by Bonavista Pools. Composite lumber was used to build an access hatch for hot tub controls. Boxwood hedging frame the garden spaces. There are two Hydrangea Standard trees which are underplanted with begonias for a pop of colour. The existing Cedar hedge created a great backdrop and contrast for our Japanese Maple hedge. The existing Beech tree was stunning! Lawn area was necessary for the family pets.

Outdoor Living

Georgio Home

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional backyard rectangular lap pool in New York with a hot tub and natural stone pavers.

Hinsdale, IL Rectangular Swimming Pool, Sunshelf and Spa inside

Platinum Poolcare

Request Free Quote This pool and hot tub in Hinsdale, IL, completed this year, measures 20'0 x 40'0" and has a 7'0" x 8'0" hot tub inside the pool. The sunshelf measures 5'0" x 11'0" and has steps attached. The pool coping is Valders Wisconsin Limestone. The pool also features LED colored lighting. An automatic cover protects and preserves the pool and spa together. Photos by Larry Huene

Euclid Residence

AquaTerra Outdoors

This infinity edge spa with water feature is designed to be a visual work of art. The wall has custom Bobe water scuppers, is veneered with ledgestone and a lueders limestone cap and ends.

Gallery – Small Concrete Pools

Betz Pools Limited

This 11’ x 23’ dry Gunite pool’s dark grey Armourcoat interior contrasts beautifully with the deck of Wiarton flagstone set on concrete. Across the deep end a series of flagstone slabs are separated by strips of ground cover to help the runoff water the shrubs. The entire backyard is essentially low maintenance.

Hot Spring Spas

Ohio Pools & Spas

Design ideas for a beach style backyard pool in Cleveland with a hot tub and concrete slab.

Carrera White Marble Pool Deck Pavers

Paramount Stoneworks

Carrera White Marble Pool Deck Pavers in French Pattern. Non-Slip Texture
Inspiration for a large modern backyard rectangular lap pool in Tampa with natural stone pavers and a hot tub.

Tropical Pools

Allure Construction & Concrete

Photo of a mid-sized tropical backyard rectangular natural pool in Houston with a hot tub and concrete slab.

Cherry Lane Residence

Jay Corder, Architect

This is an example of a contemporary backyard rectangular pool in Austin with a hot tub and natural stone pavers.

Perimeter Overflow Pool and Spa

Thrasher Pool and Spa

galina juliana
This is an example of a large modern backyard rectangular infinity pool in Atlanta with natural stone pavers and a hot tub.

Multi-Pattern Stamped Concrete Pool Deck

King Concrete Ottawa Inc.

Ashlar Slate/ Sandstone Slate with charcoal stained border.
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional backyard custom-shaped pool in Ottawa with a hot tub and concrete pavers.

Custom Pool & Covered Patio

Allure Construction & Concrete

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

Backyard Escape

Intex Design and Construction

Small space, outdoor living in West Hollywood, CA
Photo of a small modern backyard rectangular lap pool in Los Angeles with a hot tub and concrete pavers.

Pool Design Ideas with a Hot Tub

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.