Request Free Quote This rectilinear pool in Highland Park, IL measures 20 '0 `` x 40’0” with a depth ranging from 3’6” to 6' 0". The interior hot tub measures 8’0” x 8’0”. Adjacent to the hot tub is a top step sunshelf measuring 6’0” x 20’0”. The pool also features a 6’0” deep end bench. Both the pool and hot tub feature LED color changing lights. The coping on the pool as well as the hot tub is Bluestone, and the pool finish is Ceramaquartz exposed aggregate. Photography by e3.

Artichoke Acres

SGDI - Sarah Gallop Design Inc.

Photo of a large traditional backyard rectangular natural pool in Vancouver with with privacy feature and concrete slab.

Marshfield Hills Residence

SSG Pools & Spas, Inc.

Photo of an expansive traditional backyard custom-shaped natural pool in Boston with with privacy feature and decking.

Olmos Park Backyard Sanctuary

Keith Zars Pools

A beautiful, secluded backyard sanctuary featuring a linear pool and raised spa surrounded by flagstone decking. A sheer descent water feature in the spa adds soothing sounds and creates visual interest. Lush landscaping softens the intimate space fashioning the perfect yard for relaxation and entertaining.

Pools

Hursthouse Landscape Architects and Contractors

Small traditional backyard rectangular pool in Chicago with with privacy feature and natural stone pavers.

Recent Pool Installations

Property Pro Pools

Mid-sized traditional backyard rectangular pool in Nashville with with privacy feature and concrete slab.

Pool and Backyard Masterplan

Earth Design, Inc.

Multiple terraces with various features and one very large retaining wall provided many functional spaces for this client.
Inspiration for a large traditional backyard custom-shaped pool in Other with with privacy feature and natural stone pavers.

Northbrook, IL Rectilinear Pool with Interior Hot Tub

Platinum Poolcare

Request Free Quote This lovely rectilinear pool in Northbrook, IL measures 18 '0 `` x 42’0” with a water depth ranging from 3’6” to 6' 0". There is a hot tub situated inside of the pool measuring 8’0” x 8’0”. Adjacent to the spa in the shallow end is a 6’0” x 9’0” tanning ledge. Both the pool and hot tub feature LED color changing lights. The pool features an automatic hydraulic pool cover with custom stone walk-on lid system. Both the pool and the hot tub feature a Ceramaquartz exposed aggregate pool finish. The coping is Ledgestone. Photography by e3.

Large Courtyard Luxury Pool and Spa

Keith Zars Pools

This beautiful courtyard pool and spa is the highlight of this luxury San Antonio home. The Rolls Royce angel sculpture was the inspiration for the pool design with its clean symmetry, curves and contrasting textiles. The pool design features two sun shelves, a spa with a slab-stone grooved spillway, ample travertine decking and planter beds. The striking outdoor space mirrors the colors and design elements of the home making the transition between the spaces seamless and inviting.

Artichoke Acres

SGDI - Sarah Gallop Design Inc.

Inspiration for a large traditional backyard rectangular natural pool in Vancouver with with privacy feature and concrete slab.

Marshfield Hills Residence

SSG Pools & Spas, Inc.

Design ideas for an expansive traditional backyard custom-shaped natural pool in Boston with with privacy feature and decking.

Landscaping Around Pool

Big Rock Landscaping

This outdoor space is beautifully designed to compliment the pool while providing other areas for play and entertainment.
Inspiration for a traditional backyard rectangular pool in Salt Lake City with with privacy feature.

Weston Pool & Cabana

Minglewood, LLC

One-of-a-kind home veneered with New England fieldstone. Surrounded by native screening trees, stone walls and conservation land. Private pool cabana, car barn, gunite pool & hot tub, gas fire pit, grill and cantilevered granite bar.

Highland Park Pool, Interior Hot Tub

Platinum Poolcare

Pool Lighting Ideas

Big Rock Landscaping

A home like this deserves to shine day and night, which is why exterior lighting is so important to landscape design. By adding sconces and other exterior lighting this home feels inviting and complete.

Pool and Backyard Masterplan

Earth Design, Inc.

Multiple terraces with various features and one very large retaining wall provided many functional spaces for this client.
Design ideas for a large traditional backyard custom-shaped pool in Other with with privacy feature and natural stone pavers.

Marshfield Hills Residence

SSG Pools & Spas, Inc.

Photo of an expansive traditional backyard custom-shaped natural pool in Boston with with privacy feature and decking.

Artichoke Acres

SGDI - Sarah Gallop Design Inc.

Large traditional backyard rectangular natural pool in Vancouver with with privacy feature and concrete slab.

Arlington Heights, IL Rectilinear Swimming Pool with Interior Hot Tub

Platinum Poolcare

Request Free Quote This rectilinear pool in Arlington Heights, IL measures 20 '0 `` x 40’0”, with depths of 3’6” to 7' 6". There is a 5’0” x 11' 0” sun shelf in the shallow area that is adorned with two LED colored bubbler jets, as well as 2 LED colored Laminar flow water jets at the opposite end. There is a 20’0” bench that runs along the house side of the pool. The hot tub situated inside the pool measures 7’0” x 8’0” and features 8 hydrotherapy jets and an LED colored light. Both the hot tub and pool are covered by an automatic hydraulic pool cover with a custom stone walk-on lid system. The coping and decking are Valders Limestone. There are glass tile insets on all of the steps, benches, sun shelf, and the vertical spa walls. The hot tub as well as the top of the cover box wall are capped by Valders limestone pieces. The project also features volleyball and basketball games. Photography by e3.

Pool and Backyard Masterplan

Earth Design, Inc.

Multiple terraces with various features and one very large retaining wall provided many functional spaces for this client.
Large traditional backyard custom-shaped pool in Other with with privacy feature and natural stone pavers.

Traditional Pool Design Ideas with with Privacy Feature

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.