Jacobsen Landscape Design & Construction

Design ideas for a large traditional backyard kidney-shaped pool in New York with a hot tub and natural stone pavers.

Maddox Photography
Photo of a large traditional backyard kidney-shaped natural pool in Los Angeles with a water feature and natural stone pavers.

Roswell Woman's Club 2015 Home of Distinction

ETB Homes

Large traditional backyard kidney-shaped pool in Atlanta with a hot tub and natural stone pavers.

Arnold Project

Honeysuckle Nursery & Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional backyard kidney-shaped natural pool in Baltimore with a water feature and concrete pavers.

Relax on the sunny side of the pool deck and enjoy the roses

Home & Garden Design, Atlanta - Danna Cain, ASLA

This view from upper deck shows the pool as the centerpiece of this large back yard. Due to the vastness of the yard and the towering trees, a very colorful rose and perennial garden was used to draw the viewers eye down to the pool level. In this photo you can more clearly see the colored and patterned pool deck as well as the flagstone coping. The lounge chair area was carefully sited to catch the most sun for tanning. The steps to the immediate right of steps lead down to a play lawn and native woodland. Photographer: Danna Cain, Home & Garden Design, Inc.

Mansfield PermaCrete Vinyl Liner - Hot Tub

Easton Pool & Spa - Where great backyards begin!

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional backyard kidney-shaped lap pool in Providence with a pool house and stamped concrete.

Sierra Nevada Retreat

Swan Pools Southern California

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional backyard kidney-shaped lap pool in Orange County with a hot tub and concrete slab.

Outdoor Oasis

Iris Design Associates

This is an example of a large traditional backyard kidney-shaped lap pool in DC Metro with a hot tub and natural stone pavers.

Traditional Pool

Design ideas for a traditional backyard kidney-shaped pool in Boston.

Botanica - Pools & Spas

Botanica Landscape Inc.

Photo of a mid-sized traditional backyard kidney-shaped natural pool in Los Angeles with a hot tub and natural stone pavers.

Mansfield PermaCrete Vinyl Liner - Hot Tub

Easton Pool & Spa - Where great backyards begin!

Photo of a mid-sized traditional backyard kidney-shaped lap pool in Providence with a pool house and stamped concrete.

Sierra Nevada Retreat

Swan Pools Southern California

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional backyard kidney-shaped lap pool in Orange County with a hot tub.

Swimming Pools

Magic Landscaping, Inc.

Magic Landscaping, Inc- New Jersey Landscape Designer & Contractor.
Large traditional backyard kidney-shaped natural pool in New York with a water feature and natural stone pavers.

Pool Projects

Allison Companies Inc

Mid-sized traditional backyard kidney-shaped natural pool in Nashville with natural stone pavers.

Pools

Arroyo Seco Construction

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional backyard kidney-shaped lap pool in Santa Barbara with a hot tub and decking.

Suburban Oasis

Western DuPage Landscaping, Inc.

This partially wooded, acre and a half lot in West Dundee presented many challenges. The clients began working with a Landscape Architect in the early spring, but after not getting the innovative ideas they were seeking, the home builder and Architect suggested the client contact our landscape design/build firm. We immediately hit it off with the charismatic clients. They had a tall order for us: complete the design and implement the construction within a three month period. For many projects this would be a reasonable time frame. However construction delays and the coordination of multiple trades left a very short window to complete the work. Beyond the tight time frame the site required specific care in preserving the many mature surrounding trees, as well as addressing a vast grade change. Over fifteen feet of grade change occurs from one end of this woodland property to the other. All of these constraints proved to be an enormous challenge as we worked to include and coordinate the following elements: the drive layout, a dramatic front entry, various gardens, landscape lighting, irrigation, and a plan for a backyard pool and entertainment space that already had been started without a clear plan. Fortunately, the client loved our design ideas and attention to detail and we were able to mobilize and begin construction. With the seamless coordination between our firm and the builder we implemented all the elements of this grand project. In total eight different crews and five separate trades worked together to complete the landscape. The completed project resulted in a rewarding experience for our firm, the builder and architect, as well as the client. Together we were able to create and construct a perfect oasis for the client that suited the beautiful property and the architecture of this dream home.

Private Luxury Estate for Sale in Medina, Ohio

Century 21 Homestar

Here's a close-up picture of the pool. You can see the two waterfalls and the slide as well as the sunken firepit to the left
Traditional kidney-shaped pool in Cleveland.

Sloping Terrain Beautifully Transformed

Betz Pools Limited

The 17’ x 35’ custom vinyl pool is surrounded by a slate grey flagstone deck set on concrete. The pool’s matching slate grey, tooled edge coping helps to extend the look. The hardscapes offer the benefit of being low maintenance, while the rich variety of shrubs and plantings help to soften the overall feel.

New Pool, Fireplace, retaining walls, Deck plantings

TDH LANDSCAPING

New Pool including pool, decking, spa, fireplace, retaining walls, fencing and new deck.
Design ideas for a large traditional backyard kidney-shaped natural pool in Baltimore with a hot tub and stamped concrete.

Herts New Build Mansion

Real Focus

A traditional Kidney Shaped Pool. Jacuzzi in a pool area bathed with natural light. Murray Russell-Langton - Real Focus
Large traditional indoor kidney-shaped pool in Hertfordshire.

Traditional Kidney-shaped 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 traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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.