The brief for this project included three separate areas wrapping around the house. Each area embraces a different function that is reflected in the designs. The main space included an existing pool that was revitalized and matched with new-seated areas and focal points. Although different materials are used, each feature compliments each other and highlights the planting. One of the exciting elements of this project is an evolving feature wall using star jasmine plants and vertical steel wires. The second space is a small-decked entertaining area, flowing seamlessly from the interior. The main focus is the three corten steel panels with bamboo planting placed behind. The timber decking and the planting creates a relationship with main pool area whilst still having its own identity.

Project Outdoor Sauna Combi + Infrared Lounger

Ambient Elements

Alpha Wellness Sensations is a global leader in sauna manufacturing, indoor and outdoor design for traditional saunas, infrared cabins, steam baths, salt caves and tanning beds. Our company runs its own research offices and production plant in order to provide a wide range of innovative and individually designed wellness solutions.

Canyon Meadows Residence II

LD&A

We were pleased to work with our clients to transform their pool room into the cozy, welcoming, and functional retreat of their dreams!
Design ideas for a large beach style indoor custom-shaped natural pool in Calgary with tile.

Bali Style

Distinguished Pools

Distinguished Pools, custom private waterpark
This is an example of an expansive tropical backyard custom-shaped natural pool in Other with natural stone pavers.

Hacienda del Sol

Casas del Oso Luxury Homes

Looking across the pool to the Casita at dusk
Inspiration for a mid-sized courtyard rectangular natural pool in Phoenix with brick pavers and a hot tub.

Beautiful Freeform Pool

Vue Custom Pools & Design

Inground swimming pool with slide, waterfall, sun shelf, lounging ledge, firepit and raised patio. Techo bloc, Pebble Tec, LED lights and full chlorine free (Clearswim) sanitation and automation. JSilkstonePhotos

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CAVINESS LANDSCAPE DESIGN, INC.

View of the swim up bar with Color Kinetics lighting. A massive faux rock grotto with multiple waterfalls that lead you into a swim-up bar inside the grotto. A dry entrance on the side of the grotto leads to the kitchen and restroom area, as well as to a private outdoor shower on the other side, accessible from the pool by swimming under a hidden entrance. The grotto kitchen includes a wine refrigerator, outdoor refrigerator, outdoor dishwasher, a farmhouse apron sink and custom distressed doors for the entry. The grotto restroom includes a custom faux rock sink base with copper bowl and faucet. Design and Installation by Caviness Landscape Design, Inc. Photo credit: Cameron Caviness

Natrual Rock Spa with Waterfall

Del Rancho Pools

Photo of a large tropical backyard custom-shaped natural pool in San Diego with a water feature and natural stone pavers.

Backyard Oasis In Rockaway, New Jersey

Pro Skill Construction

This Morris County, NJ backyard needed a facelift. The complete renovation of the outdoor living space included an outdoor kitchen, portico overhang, folding patio door, stone fireplace, pool house with a full bathroom, new pool liner, retaining walls, new pavers, and a shed. This project was designed, developed, and sold by the Design Build Pros. Craftsmanship was from Pro Skill Construction. Pix from Horus Photography NJ. Tile from Best Tile. Stone from Coronado Stone Veneer - Product Highlight. Cabinets and appliances from Danver Stainless Outdoor Kitchens. Pavers from Nicolock Paving Stones. Plumbing fixtures from General Plumbing Supply. Folding patio door from LaCatina Doors.

North Brookhaven

Spartan Pools and Ponds

Inspiration for a mid-sized shabby-chic style side yard kidney-shaped natural pool in Oklahoma City with a water feature and stamped concrete.

Green Basements & Remodeling - Exterior

Green Basements & Remodeling

Built community exterior deck
Inspiration for a large contemporary backyard rectangular natural pool in Atlanta with concrete pavers.

Our Projects

Majestic Pools & Spas

Large contemporary backyard custom-shaped natural pool in San Diego with a hot tub and natural stone pavers.

Plano Project

Quantus Pools

Alex Navarro
Photo of a mid-sized traditional backyard rectangular natural pool in Chicago with a water feature and stamped concrete.

Settler's Point Pool

Southwest Custom Pools & Outdoor Living

Replication natural native limestone bluff poolhouse designed and built by Robert Prosser/Southwest Custom Pools with sandblasted, stained pine trussses. Photo by Robert Prosser

Freeform Lagoon Pool with Custom Spa LED Lights and Fire Bowls in Boynton Beach

Van Kirk & Sons Pools and Spas

This freeform lagoon pool with custom spa in Boynton Beach Florida is a true gem of a project. It's LED lights and bubblers on the sun shelf really create a tropical feel as do the laminar deck jets, raised custom tiled spa and fire bowls that accompany it!

Lazy River Pool and Island Fire Pit

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Inspiration for an expansive country backyard custom-shaped natural pool in Atlanta with a water feature.

McCarty Remodel and Pool House

Parker Homes

Photo of a mid-sized mediterranean backyard custom-shaped natural pool in Austin with a hot tub and decking.

Pool Areas

Paver Savers & Concrete, LLC

Photo of a large backyard custom-shaped natural pool in Miami with a hot tub and concrete pavers.

Quinta Tucan

URBAN ECOLOGY

This is an example of a large mediterranean side yard custom-shaped natural pool in Other with with privacy feature and concrete pavers.

Salvo Pools

Salvo Pool & Spa

Photo of a large transitional backyard custom-shaped natural pool in Atlanta with natural stone pavers.

Red Natural Pool Design Ideas

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.