We converted an underused back yard into a modern outdoor living space. Functions include a cedar soaking tub, outdoor shower, fire pit, and dining area. The decking is ipe hardwood, the fence is stained cedar, and cast concrete with gravel adds texture at the fire pit. Photos copyright Laurie Black Photography.

New Manor Residence

Whitlock Builders

Mid-sized traditional backyard round lap pool in Charlotte with natural stone pavers and a hot tub.

Miami Beach Residence 2

Overmyer Architects

Pool Cabana Photo Credit: Maxwell Mackenzie
Inspiration for an expansive mediterranean round pool in Miami with a pool house and natural stone pavers.

Sparta Lake Concrete

Contemporary Pools & Spas LLC

Large arts and crafts backyard round natural pool in Newark with a hot tub and natural stone pavers.

Before & After

CLC Landscape Design

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional backyard round lap pool in New York with a water feature and decking.

Bays

Venetian Outdoors

Mid-sized mediterranean backyard round pool in Phoenix with natural stone pavers.

The Barefoot Bay Cottage

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Bullfrog Hot Tubs & Spas

Tropical Fiberglass Pools

Photo of a mid-sized transitional backyard round aboveground pool in Salt Lake City with a hot tub.

Foam Street

Urban Angles

Urban Angles
This is an example of a small contemporary backyard round aboveground pool in Melbourne with a hot tub.

Semi In-Ground Pools

Gus Pools

Whether its an in-ground pool or semi in-ground pool, your home or establishment will look great. Professional quality and service. Call today! 718-746-5005

Decked Out

Crestwood Pools, Inc.

18' x 33' Oval Pool with Left Offset Walk-In-Stair, Massachusetts
Inspiration for a mediterranean backyard round aboveground pool in New York with concrete slab.

Deerfield Residence

Arrow. Land + Structures

Designed by: Marco Romani, RLA. Landscape Architect -- Construction /craftsmanship by: www.thearrowshop.com
Design ideas for a traditional backyard round aboveground pool in Chicago with a hot tub and natural stone pavers.

The Block House 2 - Leah & Ash

Plungie

The Block 2023' Leah and Ash chose with an above-ground Plungie Arena in Mediterranean Blue. Choosing a darker ecoFinish colour for the pool interior created a beautiful mirrored effect that reflects the pool's surroundings. Not only did the pool create an architectural feature in their yard, but the install was completed on the same day as House 1. Just another example of how Plungie mixes style and practicality.

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.

Mount Hawthorn Plunge Pool

Naturesque

Inspiration for a small modern backyard round aboveground pool in Perth with with a pool and natural stone pavers.

Modern decked pool

Villa Plunge Pools

Concrete fully tiled pool, installed above ground as part of an architecturally designed home by Lurie Concepts. Tiled in Blue Green mosaics 23mm, and a light grey granite coping

Mediterranean Outdoor Living

JRP Design & Remodel

Every day is a vacation in this Thousand Oaks Mediterranean-style outdoor living paradise. This transitional space is anchored by a serene pool framed by flagstone and elegant landscaping. The outdoor living space emphasizes the natural beauty of the surrounding area while offering all the advantages and comfort of indoor amenities, including stainless-steel appliances, custom beverage fridge, and a wood-burning fireplace. The dark stain and raised panel detail of the cabinets pair perfectly with the El Dorado stone pulled throughout this design; and the airy combination of chandeliers and natural lighting produce a charming, relaxed environment. Flooring: Kitchen and Pool Areas: Concrete Pool Surround: Flagstone Deck: Fiberon deck material Light Fixtures: Chandelier Stone/Masonry: El Dorado Photographer: Tom Clary

The Barefoot Bay Cottage

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Jackson Hole

Zoske Construction

Karl Neumann Photography
Photo of an expansive country backyard round natural pool in Other with a hot tub and natural stone pavers.

Hill Country River Ranch

Studio Industrielle

The program consists of a detached Guest House with full Kitchen, Living and Dining amenities, Carport and Office Building with attached Main house and Master Bedroom wing. The arrangement of buildings was dictated by the numerous majestic oaks and organized as a procession of spaces leading from the Entry arbor up to the front door. Large covered terraces and arbors were used to extend the interior living spaces out onto the site. All the buildings are clad in Texas limestone with accent bands of Leuders limestone to mimic the local limestone cliffs in the area. Steel was used on the arbors and fences and left to rust. Vertical grain Douglas fir was used on the interior while flagstone and stained concrete floors were used throughout. The flagstone floors extend from the exterior entry arbors into the interior of the Main Living space and out onto the Main house terraces.

Round 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.