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Pool Design Ideas with a Water Feature and Decking

Pools
Pools
Arroyo Seco ConstructionArroyo Seco Construction
Keith Bartlett
This is an example of a mid-sized modern front yard rectangular aboveground pool in Santa Barbara with a water feature and decking.
Ringwood North
Ringwood North
Southern Cross Swimming PoolsSouthern Cross Swimming Pools
Patrick Redmond
Small contemporary courtyard rectangular lap pool in Melbourne with a water feature and decking.
Pool Deck & Outhouse
Pool Deck & Outhouse
Distinctive Design / Build / Remodel, LLC.Distinctive Design / Build / Remodel, LLC.
Erin Dougherty
Photo of a large traditional backyard custom-shaped natural pool in Charlotte with a water feature and decking.
Los Altos Hills California Home
Los Altos Hills California Home
Robert Mowat AssociatesRobert Mowat Associates
Design ideas for a contemporary backyard custom-shaped pool in San Francisco with a water feature and decking.
Basson Family Home
Basson Family Home
Big Wolf ProjectsBig Wolf Projects
Peter B
Photo of a small country backyard custom-shaped natural pool in Other with a water feature and decking.
Rosemary Beach
Rosemary Beach
Studio A ArchitectureStudio A Architecture
Design ideas for a small backyard rectangular lap pool in Miami with a water feature and decking.
California Spa Retreat from a No-Tell Motel Pool
California Spa Retreat from a No-Tell Motel Pool
Michael Norpell's Wall To WallMichael Norpell's Wall To Wall
Using the existing shell, we were able to transform the look and feel of the pool and its surroundings. Poured concrete, Trex decks, planters, and a fly-over bridge create an engaging space with intentional poolside social areas. Linda Oyama Bryan Photography
hollywood hills M house
hollywood hills M house
Gathrid designGathrid design
Exposed steel post and beam and walls of ceiling to floor windows, glazed corners, and oversized sliding glass doors open this Hollywood Hill Top home to the city beyond, the ocean and the Hollywood sign.
University Park Home Remodel
University Park Home Remodel
Homecorp - Sandy TabacinicHomecorp - Sandy Tabacinic
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional backyard custom-shaped natural pool in Dallas with a water feature and decking.
Beverly Hills House
Beverly Hills House
ferrierArchitectureStudioferrierArchitectureStudio
Pool view of Beverly Hills House exterior.
Photo of an expansive modern backyard custom-shaped infinity pool in Los Angeles with a water feature and decking.
West Lake Hills Infinity Edge Pool & Decks (Ipe, Cable Railing)
West Lake Hills Infinity Edge Pool & Decks (Ipe, Cable Railing)
TimberTownTimberTown
An infinity edge pool with imported tile and a waterfall. The decks are Ipe. Built by Greg Neff of CGN Premier Lonestar
Photo of a large modern courtyard custom-shaped infinity pool in Austin with a water feature and decking.
West Lake Hills Infinity Edge Pool & Decks (Ipe, Cable Railing)
West Lake Hills Infinity Edge Pool & Decks (Ipe, Cable Railing)
TimberTownTimberTown
An infinity edge pool with imported tile and a waterfall. The decks are Ipe. Built by Greg Neff of CGN Premier Lonestar
Design ideas for a large modern courtyard custom-shaped infinity pool in Austin with a water feature and decking.
Ringwood North
Ringwood North
Southern Cross Swimming PoolsSouthern Cross Swimming Pools
Patrick Redmond
Inspiration for a small contemporary courtyard rectangular lap pool in Melbourne with a water feature and decking.
The Asian Penthouse
The Asian Penthouse
Corinne Levi Architecture and Interior designCorinne Levi Architecture and Interior design
Omri Amsalem
Inspiration for an asian rooftop rectangular infinity pool in Other with a water feature and decking.
Stainless Steel Gunite Hybrid
Stainless Steel Gunite Hybrid
Owens Custom PoolsOwens Custom Pools
This is an example of a mid-sized country backyard custom-shaped aboveground pool in Other with a water feature and decking.
Swim Spas
Swim Spas
hydropoolswimspashydropoolswimspas
Inspiration for a mid-sized backyard pool in Toronto with a water feature and decking.
Beach Road N
Beach Road N
Andrew Sherman PhotographyAndrew Sherman Photography
Michael Kersting Architect - www.kerstingarchitecture.com Photo: Andrew Sherman - www.AndrewSherman.co
Small modern rooftop rectangular infinity pool in Wilmington with a water feature and decking.
Able & Serene
Able & Serene
Hiren Patel ArchitectsHiren Patel Architects
http://www.phxindia.in/
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary rooftop rectangular infinity pool in Ahmedabad with a water feature and decking.
Las Colinas Modern
Las Colinas Modern
Randy Angell DesignsRandy Angell Designs
This organic modern design is built in an area known for having notable issues with ground movement. After speaking with the developer and reviewing the soil report with our Structural Engineer, we made our recommendations to the client. Since the budget for a full-blown pier and beam structure with void boxes under the pool was well beyond the comfort level of our client, they elected to have us utilize a float shell construction method. For this, we over-excavated the hole and placed a 12" layer of gravel beneath the shell of the pool. Drain lines lead from the deepest point under the pool down into a culvert, placed off to the side of the pool. A sump pump removes any excess water from the culvert as it accumulates. For the shell of the pool, we utilized a double matt of steel and increased the wall thickness to a minimum of 12". This gave added strength to withstand the volatile soil. The elements of fire, water, wood and stone were very important in creating the organic modern feel of this design. The layered effect along the back wall creates a visual stimulation across the length of the yard, without overwhelming the senses. Rather than creating walls only of hard materials, we used Ipe wood to create horizontal screen walls of a more organic nature. At either end, the raised wall and the fire feature are finished in a large-scale porcelain tile, with the look of stained concrete. Custom stainless steel scuppers, made by a local fabricator, create a soothing sound of falling water. The low wall at the center of the project is faced in natural ledgestone, and carries a color palette that set the tone for the entire project. Behind this wall and in front of one of the Ipe screens are three Desert Steel Giant Agave sculptures. The unique fire feature isn't quite a fire place, nor is it a fire pit. It is a linear fire burner, surrounded by a 4" thick cantilevered Leuder limestone hearth, with a backdrop wall of blue glazed clay tile. Although the pool was initially planned as a plaster pool, as the project began to take shape, the client elected to go all the way and finish it in a beautiful blue glass mosaic. Custom fabricated stainless steel cannon jets send a delicate arch of water over this deep blue, and draw attention to the three square wok planters on the far side of the yard. For the decking on this project, we elected to work with Mother Nature rather than against her. Two and a half inch thick concrete pavers, set on a bed of compacted, decomposed granite allow for movement around the pool that is easily fixed. If an area of deck moves around, we can simply lift the affected areas, re-level with DG bed, and re-set the pavers.
Rustic Urban Design Makes a Splash
Rustic Urban Design Makes a Splash
Betz Pools LimitedBetz Pools Limited
The trio of custom-made scuppers not only lend a dramatic focal point but also deliver a practical benefit. The sounds of falling water have a calming effect while at the same time helping to block out neighbourhood noise.

Pool Design Ideas with a Water Feature and Decking

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