A Sympathetic In-between Positioned at the edge of the Field of Mars Reserve, Walless Cabana is the heart of family living, where people and nature come together harmoniously and embrace each other. In creating a seamless transition between the existing family home and the distant bushland, Walless Cabana deliberately curates the language of its surroundings through the Japanese concept of 'Shakkei' or borrowed scenery, ensuring its humble and respectful presence in place. Despite being a permanent structure, it is a transient space that adapts and changes dynamically with everchanging nature, personalities and lifestyle.

Pool design with Travertine and Bluestone inlay

Sexton’s Landscape Concepts, Inc.

M. Sexton
Photo of a large traditional backyard rectangular pool in Chicago with a water feature and tile.

Silverleaf Tiled

Supreme Pools

This is an example of a mid-sized mediterranean backyard rectangular lap pool in Phoenix with tile.

10x12 Poolside Retreat & Living Space

Studio Shed - Live Large. Build Small.

Rather than a home addition, this customer thought outside the box - a satellite lounge area next to the backyard pool is a great space to hang out and relax after a dip. This Studio Shed is coordinated with the exterior space through color matching and orientation.

Pool 9548, Infinity Pool, Hampton

Neptune Swimming Pools

The client's came to us wanting a design that was going to open up their small backyard and give them somewhere for their family to enjoy and entertain for many years to come. This project presented many technical challenges due to the levels required to comply with various building regulations. Clever adaptations such privacy screens, floating deck entry and hidden pool gate behind the raised feature wall were all design elements that make this project more suitable to the smaller area. The main design feature that was a key to the functionality of this pool was the raised infinity edge, with the pool wall designed to comply with current pool barrier standards. With no pool fence between the pool and house the space appears more open with the noise of the water falling over the edge into a carefully concealed balance tank adding a very tranquil ambience to the outdoor area. With the accompanying fire pit and sitting area, this space not only looks amazing but is functional all year round and the low maintenance fully automated pool cleaning system provides easy operation and maintenance.

Grand Luxor Hotel Spa

El Cristo Carpintería Metálica y Rotulación

El Spa Grand Luxor Hotel del Benidorm es uno de los Wellness & Spa más espectaculares de Alicante con amplias zonas de saunas y duchas, baños de vapor, jacuzzi, pediluvio, duchas temáticas y una piscina lúdica con diversas actividades y chorros. Para la seguridad de sus visitantes hemos realizado diversos trabajos como barandillas y elementos de seguridad en acero inoxidable en perfecta armonía con el ambiente.

Custom Fiberglass Hot Tub done in Turks & Caicos

Affordable Pools Custom Made Fiberglass

For this project we built a custom fiberglass Hot Tub with a infinity edge spill over. It was also completely covered with glass tile. It had a bench that faced towards the ocean, so when you sat inside the spill over looked like it was spilling into the ocean.

DCM Building Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary side yard rectangular pool in Sunshine Coast with a pool house and tile.

A Beautifully Compact Backyard

Presidential Pools, Spas & Patio

Small contemporary backyard rectangular pool in Phoenix with a hot tub and tile.

Urban Oasis

Texas Pools

A gorgeous retreat in the heart of Houston. The softly trickling fountain and enclosed courtyard makes it easy to leave the hustle and bustle of the city behind.

Pelican Bay- Cinnabar Design

PBS Contractors

Rick Bethem
Photo of a mid-sized mediterranean backyard rectangular pool in Miami with a water feature and tile.

Desert Twilight Outdoor Pool

Eclectic Designs LLC

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional side yard rectangular pool in Seattle with tile.

Riley Residence

AMS Landscape Design Studios, Inc.

Photography by: Jeri Koegel - Installation by: Altera Landscape
Contemporary pool in Los Angeles with a hot tub and tile.

Pool House

Welty Architecture

Using all areas of the side yard and backyard of this New Orleans residence was very important. Welty Architecture created many entertaining zones used for all size gatherings.

Outdoor Living

The Gall Group: Design | Build | Remodel

This pool bath was added in a niche that was previously open to the outdoors when the house was built. The exterior brick was removed from the outside walls creating an extra 6 inches of space around the perimeter and allowing for a small but functional pool bath.

Rosemary Beach

Alan D. Holt, A.S.L.A., Landscape Architect

The stunning white walls of this Rosemary Beach house contrast with the Mediterranean Blue tiles of the pool. The five scuppers pour a stream of sound into the small pool courtyard, providing an oasis in this busy neighborhood. The compact, native landscape provides year-round color and interest. Photographed by: Alan D. Holt

Patterson Lakes Cabana

Mod3

The cabana acts as a summer living space, allowing the luxury of indoor-outdoor living. Photographer: Nicolle Kennedy
This is an example of a small contemporary front yard rectangular pool in Melbourne with a pool house and tile.

Wailea Highlands Residence

ARQUITECTURA

Architect- Marc Taron Contractor- Trend Builders Interior Designer- Wagner Pacific
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary backyard custom-shaped infinity pool in Hawaii with tile and a hot tub.

Outdoor Pool and Gazebo Lighting, Audio and Electrical, Glenburnie Rd, Vermont

The Electric Crew

A collaboration between The Electric Crew and The Pool Company (Melbourne) to create this outdoor pool-side living space. The pergola was fitted with a Big Ass Fan, Wireless audio sound system and LED down lights. We fully automated the lighting and appliances so that the owner can have full control from their smart phone from anywhere. All lights are high quality LEDs sourced exclusively by The Electric Crew.

Hampton Lakes Amenities

Cowart Group Architects

Kaufman
This is an example of a small traditional indoor custom-shaped pool in Atlanta with a hot tub and tile.

Pool Design Ideas with Tile

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.