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

Gretna Estate

Elite Landscaping Omaha

Keeping family close - and entertained - was the goal for this backyard remodel and waterfall installation by Elite Landscaping. This backyard entertaining oasis boasts a swimming pool, 12' high waterfall with a built-in 7' grotto underneath, and a fully-equipped outdoor kitchen and poolhouse. The beautiful poolscape helps the family love their outdoor space and offers them a peaceful escape - right at home. The in ground pool construction project and pool house included building an outdoor kitchen with grill, refrigerator, accessories, and granite countertops. The outdoor entertaining area features natural cedar underdecking, and a luxurious poolscape with large pondless waterfall. The natural stone firepit has a custom natural stone bench seat and polished natural stone caps. The custom designed paver pool deck, custom plantings, outdoor lighting accents, and boulders surround the outdoor environment with the perfect finishing touch.

LaurelRock Company: Back Country Manor

LaurelRock

Neil Landino
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional backyard rectangular pool in New York with 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.

Project Traditional Sauna

Alpha Wellness Sensations

Alpha Wellness Sensations is the world's leading manufacturer of custom saunas, luxury infrared cabins, professional steam rooms, immersive salt caves, built-in ice chambers and experience showers for residential and commercial clients. Our company is the dominating custom wellness provider in Europe for more than 35 years. All of our products are fabricated in Europe, 100% hand-crafted and fully compliant with EU’s rigorous product safety standards. We use only certified wood suppliers and have our own research & engineering facility where we developed our proprietary heating mediums. We keep our wood organically clean and never use in production any glues, polishers, pesticides, sealers or preservatives.

Contemporary Beach House Treasure Island

J. S. Perry & Co., Inc.

If there is a God of architecture he was smiling when this large oceanfront contemporary home was conceived in built. Located in Treasure Island, The Sand Castle Capital of the world, our modern, majestic masterpiece is a turtle friendly beacon of beauty and brilliance. This award-winning home design includes a three-story glass staircase, six sets of folding glass window walls to the ocean, custom artistic lighting and custom cabinetry and millwork galore. What an inspiration it has been for JS. Company to be selected to build this exceptional one-of-a-kind luxury home. Contemporary, Tampa Flordia DSA

HAWTHORN

Whyte Gardens

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.

Saratoga Contemporary

Design Focus International

@ Lauren Devon www.laurendevon.com
Design ideas for a large contemporary backyard rectangular infinity pool in San Francisco with natural stone pavers.

French Inspired Classic Pool

CAVINESS LANDSCAPE DESIGN, INC.

Landscape Design and Construction by Caviness Landscape Design, Oklahoma Photography by Jimmy Nix
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional backyard l-shaped lap pool in Oklahoma City with a pool house and natural stone pavers.

Vanishing Edge I New Fairfield, CT

Total Pool + Patio, LLC

Mid-sized contemporary backyard rectangular infinity pool in New York with a water feature and natural stone pavers.

Our Projects

Majestic Pools & Spas

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

Landscaping and Stonework Project in Massachusetts

Ted Carter Inspired Landscapes

The client placed a pool and hot tub between their home and the new pool house. We provided all landscaping and hardscape., including the veneer stonework on the hot tub, the step installation and we used Mystic Mountain random slabs in the pool house.

Rancho Palos Verdes 2014

Urban Landscape

jeri koegel
Inspiration for a large contemporary backyard custom-shaped infinity pool in Los Angeles with a water feature and natural stone pavers.

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!

Oswego Project 1

Quantus Pools

Alex Navarro
Design ideas for a large traditional backyard rectangular infinity pool in Chicago with a water feature and natural stone pavers.

Woodland Estate

Elite Landscaping Omaha

Photo by Jeffrey Bebee
Design ideas for an expansive contemporary backyard custom-shaped pool in Omaha with natural stone pavers.

Red Hill II

Utopia Landscape Design

Design ideas for a small modern rectangular pool in Brisbane with natural stone pavers.

Contemporary Beach House Treasure Island

J. S. Perry & Co., Inc.

105 Plain Road, Wayland, MA

Amy Mizner, Benoit Mizner Simon & Co.

Character infuses every inch of this elegant Claypit Hill estate from its magnificent courtyard with drive-through porte-cochere to the private 5.58 acre grounds. Luxurious amenities include a stunning gunite pool, tennis court, two-story barn and a separate garage; four garage spaces in total. The pool house with a kitchenette and full bath is a sight to behold and showcases a cedar shiplap cathedral ceiling and stunning stone fireplace. The grand 1910 home is welcoming and designed for fine entertaining. The private library is wrapped in cherry panels and custom cabinetry. The formal dining and living room parlors lead to a sensational sun room. The country kitchen features a window filled breakfast area that overlooks perennial gardens and patio. An impressive family room addition is accented with a vaulted ceiling and striking stone fireplace. Enjoy the pleasures of refined country living in this memorable landmark home.

Traditional

John Pack Custom Pools

Pools do not have to be any particular shape as this one shows. The many facets of this pool design add to its texture and flare and sets it apart from others. Having different length sides with unusual angles gives this pool a spark of interest and also gives the homeowners diverse areas to "Hang out" in. Having the outdoor kitchen and cabana right next to the pool ensures an abundance of conversation to all that are enjoying the day by the pool. The swim up bar next to the cabana is the perfect addition to this back yard entertainment area. Bar stools are submerged under the water and allow your guests to sit and chat without ever leaving the leisure of the water. A lounge area is surrounded by an Oklahoma stone wall which has built in display areas. Even if you don't display anything in them they make great design features and breaks up wall into interesting sections. Sheer decents around the pools coping creates drama as small waterfalls spill into the pool. Add the fireplace and you have the perfect outdoor entertaining space for yourselves or to share with others.

Red Pool Design Ideas with 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.