This beautiful year is in Newport Coast and has all the bels and whistles. This pool has stacked and ledgered stone, all granite BBQ and fire place. The pool is equipped with in floor deep heating and pebble tech finish. The pool is accented with 3 water pots with led lights. This is an entertainers delight.

Rancho Nuevo

Bianchi Design

The 25-by-15-foot reverse vanishing edge pool echoes the trapezoidal shape of the waterfeature and seat walls in the forecourt, while the leading-edge overflow reinforces the feminine curve of the seat walls introduced as one first experienced the home's front entry. The bold curve intentionally imparts a sensuous line to the otherwise masculine, angular framework. The planter walls behind the pool are cantilevered by 4" and create a sleek and distinct shadow line that underscores their form, levitating them above the water. michaelwoodall.com

HGTV's "Cool Pools - SCUBA POOL"

CAVINESS LANDSCAPE DESIGN, INC.

Featured on HGTV's "Cool Pools", the "Scuba Pool" was inspired by the homeowner's love for scuba diving, so we created stone tunnels and a deep diving area as well as lazy rivers and two grottos connected by a native Oklahoma boulder waterfall. A large beach entry gives young ones plenty of play space as well. These homeowners can entertain large groups easily with this multi-function outdoor space. Design and Construction by Caviness Landscape Design, Inc. photos by KO Rinearson

Putting Green and Pool

Lidyoff Landscape Development Co.

Design/Build by Lidyoff Landscape Dev. Co. Artificial putting green and pool/fountain design.
Inspiration for a large contemporary backyard custom-shaped pool in Other with a water feature and concrete slab.

Multi-Story Pool Enclosure

US Aluminum Services, Corp.

This multi-story pool enclosure project took place at a home in Windermere, FL, this picture is an interior view.
Inspiration for a large mediterranean backyard custom-shaped natural pool in Orlando with a water feature.

Personal Paradise

Presidential Pools, Spas & Patio

Mid-sized contemporary backyard custom-shaped lap pool in Phoenix with a water feature and tile.

Albury Street

Craig Reynolds Landscape Architecture

Stephen Dunn
Photo of a small tropical backyard custom-shaped lap pool in Miami with a water feature and tile.

Mountain House

Kim Raymond Architects, Inc.

Beautiful lounge & pool exterior patio space. Michael Brands
Design ideas for a large country backyard rectangular lap pool in Denver with a water feature and tile.

Small Urban Pools

BonaVista Pools

Custom small urban pool, Endless Pool, star-light floor lights, shared system with spillover spa, custom spout water features, automatic cover, custom integrated fire feature. Richmond Hill, ON.

Cushman project

Guiton's Pool Center

Sacramento River waterfront property. Freestanding pool wall with stone veneer. Dedicated planting spaces and area lighting. LED lit bubbling water features at the "Sun shelf" area in the pool.

City Pool Retreat

Oasis Pools

Waterfall overflow from tile pool into rock landscaping
Design ideas for a small backyard rectangular infinity pool in St Louis with a water feature and decking.

Contemporary Farmhouse in Simpsonville

Tindall Architecture Workshop

Inspiration for a large country backyard rectangular pool in Other with a water feature.

Bellaire Koi Pond

US Koi Ponds

Dedicated Koi Pond. Semi raised with natural stone and Bog Filter.
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional backyard rectangular aboveground pool in Houston with a water feature and natural stone pavers.

Rancho Palos Verdes - Pool Design

Ultimate Water Creations Inc.

Transitional backyard custom-shaped natural pool in Los Angeles with a water feature and natural stone pavers.

Modern Hillside Pool with Fire and Water Features

Mike Farley Pool Designer, SWD, ASLA

Beautiful modern pool project in Southlake, TX designed by Mike Farley. It has a large cabana with a outdoor kitchen and fireplace. The hillside was terraced to create different gathering areas. The desire for great water features resulted in the back of the fire feature creating an awesome sound with a water wall and the cabana bench back created a spot for the sheer descents. The lush tropical plantings accented with raised planters and synthetic grass provide privacy with the neighbors and will grow into paradise. Constructed by Claffey Pools & landscape by Joey Designs. Photo by Mike Farley.

Custom Pool & Spa With Water and Fire Bowls in Pompano Beach

Van Kirk & Sons Pools and Spas

This custom pool & spa in Pompano Beach is the perfect outdoor setting for tranquility and peace. With beautiful custom made fire and water bowls by Van Kirk & Sons Pools & Spas, sunshelf for lounging, and custom decking, this backyard is ready for fun!

Caladium

AquaTerra Outdoors

Inspiration for a large contemporary backyard rectangular lap pool in Dallas with a water feature and concrete slab.

Home Swim Spas

Diamond Spas

Custom Stainless Steel Swim Spa with LED Lighting, Entry Stairway, Built in Seating, Back Fire Wall Feature, Water Wall Feature and Automatic Safety Cover 180" x 132" x 72" Architect: David Hertz, Studio of Environmental Architecture Builder: Epic Construction Photo Credit: Copyright Cason Leh

Modern Masterpiece

Keith Zars Pools

LX Glass plaster, color Sea Song...a brilliant pop of vivid blue hues that compliment the various textures in the design project. Siggi Ragnar-Photographer

Magnolia Custom

M. Lahr Homes

Large contemporary backyard l-shaped lap pool in Orlando with a water feature and concrete pavers.

Pool Design Ideas with a Water 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.