Landscape design & construction by Bayon Gardens // Photography by Tim Turner
Inspiration for a large contemporary backyard rectangular infinity pool in Melbourne with a hot tub and natural stone pavers.

Glen Ellyn, IL Raised Stone Hot Tub

Platinum Poolcare

Request Free Quote This hot tub which is located in Glen Ellyn, IL measures 7'0" x 10'0" and is raised above the deck level. The water depth is 3'0". The tub features 8 hydrotherapy jets, an LED color-changing light, an automatic pool safety cover, Valder's Limestone coping and natural stone veneer on the exterior walls. Photos by Larry Huene.

The Pandy House

Unique Homestays

Design ideas for a mid-sized eclectic backyard round aboveground pool in Other with a hot tub and natural stone pavers.

Pools

Firlit Landscape Design, Inc

Photo of an expansive traditional backyard custom-shaped lap pool in New York with a hot tub and natural stone pavers.

Clean lines and contemporary style

User

Outdoor Elements maximized the available space in this beautiful yard with a contemporary, rectangular pool complete with a large tanning deck and swim jet system. Mosaic glass-tile accents the spa and a shell stone deck and coping add to the contemporary feel. Behind the tanning deck, a large, up-lit, sheer-descent waterfall adds variety and elegance to the design. A lighted gazebo makes a comfortable seating area protected from the sun while a functional outdoor kitchen is nestled near the backdoor of the residence. Raised planters and screening trees add the right amount of greenery to the space.

Spas

Litchfield County Pools Inc.

Small modern backyard rectangular aboveground pool in New York with a hot tub and natural stone pavers.

Freeform - Cheleuitte - San Antonio

Cody Pools, Inc.

Freeform pool with sheer descents and a raised spa with spillways.
Photo of a mid-sized traditional backyard custom-shaped natural pool in Austin with a hot tub and natural stone pavers.

Black Reflective Infinity Edge Contemporary Pool

Selective Designs by Shane LeBlanc

Shane LeBlanc
Inspiration for a large contemporary backyard rectangular infinity pool in Other with a hot tub and natural stone pavers.

Contemporary Farmhouse in Simpsonville

Tindall Architecture Workshop

Photo of a large country backyard rectangular pool in Other with a hot tub and natural stone pavers.

Saguaro Grove

AFT Construction

Inspiration for a large transitional backyard rectangular infinity pool in Phoenix with a hot tub and natural stone pavers.

Retirees Resort - In Process

Many Mansions LLC

Large modern backyard rectangular infinity pool in Phoenix with a hot tub and natural stone pavers.

Tanglewood

Exterior Worlds Landscaping & Design

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional backyard rectangular pool in Houston with a hot tub and natural stone pavers.

Central Maine Farmhouse Soake Pool with Reclaimed Granite Coping

Soake Pools

This charming old farmhouse kept its vibe when this Soake Pool was installed. The clients chose materials that came from their own property, from the original farmhouse, and chose tile and other materials that fit the style of the home. Loving the simplicity of this organic design.

Ivy Cove

Unique Homestays

This is an example of a mid-sized country backyard round aboveground pool in Devon with a hot tub and natural stone pavers.

Burr Ridge Swimming Pool and Hot Tub Project

Platinum Poolcare

Request Free Quote This project feaures a 18’0” x 35’0”, 4’0” to 5’0” deep swimming pool and a 7’0” x 9’0” hot tub. Both the pool and hot tub feature color-changing LED lights. The pool also features a set of full-end steps. Both the pool and hot tub coping are Valders Wisconsin Limestone. Both the pool and the hot tub are outfitted with automatic pool safety covers with custom stone lid systems. The pool and hot tub finish is Wet Edge Primera Stone Midnight Breeze.. The pool deck is mortar set Valders Wisconsin Limestone, and the pool deck retaining wall is a stone veneer with Valders Wisconsin coping. The masonry planters are also veneered in stone with Valders Wisconsin Limestone caps. Photos by e3 Photography.

Polished Modern

Bartone Interiors

Design ideas for a small modern backyard rectangular infinity pool in Raleigh with a hot tub and natural stone pavers.

Botanica - Pools & Spas

Botanica Landscape Inc.

This spa is set on the top of a deck. We used Bluestone rubble for the stacked stone. The back wall is also a water feature
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional backyard custom-shaped aboveground pool in Los Angeles with a hot tub and natural stone pavers.

In Plane Sight - 3 levels of outdoor living

Drewett Works

With nearly 14,000 square feet of transparent planar architecture, In Plane Sight, encapsulates — by a horizontal bridge-like architectural form — 180 degree views of Paradise Valley, iconic Camelback Mountain, the city of Phoenix, and its surrounding mountain ranges. Large format wall cladding, wood ceilings, and an enviable glazing package produce an elegant, modernist hillside composition. The challenges of this 1.25 acre site were few: a site elevation change exceeding 45 feet and an existing older home which was demolished. The client program was straightforward: modern and view-capturing with equal parts indoor and outdoor living spaces. Though largely open, the architecture has a remarkable sense of spatial arrival and autonomy. A glass entry door provides a glimpse of a private bridge connecting master suite to outdoor living, highlights the vista beyond, and creates a sense of hovering above a descending landscape. Indoor living spaces enveloped by pocketing glass doors open to outdoor paradise. The raised peninsula pool, which seemingly levitates above the ground floor plane, becomes a centerpiece for the inspiring outdoor living environment and the connection point between lower level entertainment spaces (home theater and bar) and upper outdoor spaces. Project Details: In Plane Sight Architecture: Drewett Works Developer/Builder: Bedbrock Developers Interior Design: Est Est and client Photography: Werner Segarra Awards Room of the Year, Best in American Living Awards 2019 Platinum Award – Outdoor Room, Best in American Living Awards 2019 Silver Award – One-of-a-Kind Custom Home or Spec 6,001 – 8,000 sq ft, Best in American Living Awards 2019

Antique Farmhouse Outdoor Living Space with plunge pool

Soake Pools

Pool just after placement
Design ideas for a small country backyard rectangular natural pool in Boston with a hot tub and natural stone pavers.

Wilmington Court - Pool, Spa, & Pavilion

Paul N. Brow, Architect, LLC

Axial view of the rectangular swimming pool with a raised square, infinity edge spa in the foreground and the timber framed pool pavilion beyond. The spa features uncut black glass tile & a solid block bluestone entry step. The pool contains twin tanning ledges & facing benches along each of its long edges.

Pool Design Ideas with a Hot Tub and Natural Stone 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.