Hinsdale, IL Pool with Offset Stairs and Bench

Request Free Quote This lovely geometric pool in Hinsdale, IL has the perfect blend of sunshine and shade. Measuring 18'0" x 34'0", it has a 5'0" swim out bench at one end one end, offset stairs, and a bench in the middle for resting and sunbathing. At night, the colored LED lights provide some additional ambiance for the outdoor living lover. The pool has ample space for lap swimming, or just taking in the rays. The coping is Valder's Wisconsin Limestone with a modified edge, and the pool Larry Huene

Eden Prairie Kitchen and Fireplace

Stonepocket Unique Landscapes

Tim Heelan
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional backyard rectangular infinity pool in Minneapolis with concrete pavers.

Spray-Coat Resurfacing

CustomCrete, Inc.

Spray-Coat Resurfacing
Photo of a mid-sized traditional backyard rectangular lap pool in St Louis with decking.

Tranquility - Towaco, NJ

CLC Landscape Design

The client wanted to transform the backyard into a space that would be perfect for relaxing or for entertaining friends and family. On the wishlist were a pool, an outdoor living space, and an outdoor kitchen. The design started by locating the vinyl liner, rectangular swimming pool (with auto cover) in the optimal location. From there, we designed an outdoor kitchen with a pizza oven off the back of the house. Nearby, we included a cabana with bar seating, a TV, and a bathroom. All of this is on a Nicolock Alpine Ridge Granite City blend paver patio. To work with the existing slope of the property, we designed and installed a raised patio on one side of the pool; the perfect spot for lounging poolside. Lush plantings were installed to create multi-seasonal interest throughout the backyard and pool area.

Poolscape

Holmes Fine Gardens

Our goal was to soften the hardscape of the pool area by bringing planting perennials and trees.
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional backyard kidney-shaped pool in Bridgeport with with a pool.

Vinyl pool with Waterfall, Landscape Lighting and Landscaping

Neave Group Outdoor Solutions

Whitewater Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional backyard custom-shaped pool in New York with a water feature and concrete pavers.

Newport Project

Stoney Brook Landscaping

Photo of a mid-sized traditional backyard kidney-shaped lap pool in San Diego with tile.

Pool Projects

Allison Companies Inc

Photo of a mid-sized traditional backyard custom-shaped natural pool in Nashville with concrete pavers.

Our Work

Southern Splash Pools Inc

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional backyard rectangular lap pool in Atlanta with concrete pavers.

Chapel Hill pool, landscape

Down to Earth Designs, Inc.

Chapel Hill, NC custom concrete pool with infinity edge and waterfall. Landscape design and build. © 2012 Ben Case, Down to Earth Designs, Inc.
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional custom-shaped infinity pool in Raleigh with stamped concrete.

Alexandria Townhouse Pool

Land & Water Design

Our client requested our company design and build a unique backyard, utilizing every bit of open area. Within the requests were a 12'x22' swimming pool with swim jet system to accommodate the competitive swimmers in their family. The items on their "wish list" were enough hardscape areas to accommodate at least 20 guests, a beautiful low maintenance landscape, custom storage area, outdoor lighting, a water feature, retaining wall, seat walls and finally a small area for outdoor grilling.

Arlington Heights, IL Swimming Pool and Hot Tub with Jump Rock

Platinum Poolcare

Request Free Quote This project features a 25’0” x 44’0” swimming pool, 3’6” to 8’0” deep. The hot tub measures 7’0” x 10’0”. The sunshelf measures 6’0” x 14’0”. The pool coping is Valders Wisconsin Limestone in Dovewhite color. There is a jump rock feature for diving into the pool. The pool finish is Ceramaquartz. The pool also features a volleyball and basketball system. The raised stone water feature spills into the swimming pool. There are 5 LED color changing bubblers on the sunshelf, as well as 6 LED color changing Laminar water features around the pool. The top of the spa and the perimeter of the pool features Crystal Glass Blue Blend tile and accents. The pool and spa are covered by an automatic pool safety cover with custom stone lid system. The pool deck is a porcelain paver. The Masonry gas fire pit has stone veneer pillars and a Valders Wisconsin Limestone cap. The seat wall has a stone veneer and Valders Wisconsin Limestone coping. The steppers are Oakfield irregular flagstone. Photos by e3 Photography.

18' Round Above ground pool with deck and pond - Harleysville, PA

Built Right Pools

Inspiration for a small traditional backyard aboveground pool in Philadelphia.

Sierra Nevada Retreat

Swan Pools Southern California

Mid-sized traditional backyard kidney-shaped lap pool in Orange County with a hot tub and concrete slab.

Plunge Pool

Wi-Design Landscape Architecture, LLC

elevated spa spilling into pool
This is an example of a small traditional backyard rectangular pool in New York with a hot tub and natural stone pavers.

Residential Pool Renovation in Historic Hillsborough NC

Vue Custom Pools

Residential Pool Renovation in Historic Hillsborough NC This renovation was on a historic Hillsborough home. The interior finish is Turtle Bay Pebble Sheen and new Verona Borba Classic waterline tile work wonderfully together with her natural setting and green environment. Coping and Deck is bluestone. The project also got a energy efficient variable speed pump, a ph Controller, robotic cleaner and replacement anode for her existing ionizer - a beautiful chlorine free pool!

Private XL hot tub and landscape.

Artisan Landscapes and Pools

Raspberry Pixie Day Lily provides a great addition to the yellow zagreb coreopsis and white flowers, shasta daisy, on the opposite side. matt meaney @ Artisan landscapes and pools

Greenwich Garden Pool

J. Brandon Jones

Inspiration for a small traditional pool in New York.

Awnings

Screens of Kentucky, LLC

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional backyard custom-shaped lap pool in Orange County with concrete pavers.

Newton Pool

Sudbury Design Group

A mountain lake style pool nestles into this West Newton property surrounded by lush plantings and colorful annual and perennial boarders. An ample entertaining space lends itself to summer enjoyment. Richard Mandelkorn Photography

Traditional 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.