The client's came to us wanting a design that was going to open up their small backyard and give them somewhere for their family to enjoy and entertain for many years to come. This project presented many technical challenges due to the levels required to comply with various building regulations. Clever adaptations such privacy screens, floating deck entry and hidden pool gate behind the raised feature wall were all design elements that make this project more suitable to the smaller area. The main design feature that was a key to the functionality of this pool was the raised infinity edge, with the pool wall designed to comply with current pool barrier standards. With no pool fence between the pool and house the space appears more open with the noise of the water falling over the edge into a carefully concealed balance tank adding a very tranquil ambience to the outdoor area. With the accompanying fire pit and sitting area, this space not only looks amazing but is functional all year round and the low maintenance fully automated pool cleaning system provides easy operation and maintenance.

Free Form Pool with Double Staircase

All Aqua Pools

This spectacular free form pool was built into the side of a sand dune in New Smyrna Beach. Our client was a retired high-end homebuilder from the Hamptons, referred by Collado Real Estate. All Aqua Pools completed all aspects of this backyard paradise. Not only the pool design and build, but also the pool deck, walls, landscape design and landscaping, irrigation, fencing, and LED lighting of the pool and landscape. The retaining wall at one end of the pool includes two staircases to provide a jumping off point as well as a four foot high location for the three 24″ sheer waterfalls. This pool also features a large sun shelf for luxuriating and a bench around the perimeter of much of the pool. The walls are made of Baystone Travertine Cladding, and the interior is lined with Wet Edge North Shore Tahoe, and of course like all of our pools it features a Paramount PCC-2000 self-cleaning floor system which circulates the water from the bottom, resulting in sparkling water with very little maintenance.

Existing house new pool

NovaForma Architecture & Interior Design

Pool designed for a 4 people family, as an spa and parties place. the tiles used are made of resined concrete.
This is an example of a small tropical backyard custom-shaped natural pool in Los Angeles with with a pool and concrete slab.

Maroubra 03

MacDonald+Duque Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized tropical backyard rectangular pool with with a pool and decking.

Bay Area Pool Remodel

Laura Frost; Home and Garden Designer

Swimming pool remodel design included removing several 65' tall Italian cypresses, which stood like soldiers on two sides of the pool, not offering any color or interest. There was also a step down from the house, the a step up to the pool. We made it level with the main door. The design included removing a fireplace and sliding door, replacing with more windows and French doors. the design included adding a portable spa and custom concrete fire pit.

Terrasse Bohème

Armelle Suedile Architecture

Tropical custom-shaped aboveground pool in Paris with with a pool and tile.

Backyard Escape in The Manor

Georgia Classic Pool

Georgia Classic Pool is the Premier Custom Inground Swimming Pool Designer and Builders serving the north metro Atlanta Georgia area. We specialize in building amazing outdoor living spaces. Our award winning swimming pool projects are the focal point of your backyard. We can design and build your cabana, arbor, pergola or outdoor kitchen. Outdoor Living can be achieved year-round in the Atlanta area and we are here to help you get the very most out of your backyard living space.

Hope Ranch Resort

Jodi G. Designs

Design ideas for a tropical backyard rectangular pool in Santa Barbara with with a pool and decking.

Natural Swimming Pool with Panoramic Views, Eco Lodge, Bali

PT Bali Greenworld

Eco Lodge Bali: Natural, No-Chlorine Swimming Pool
Inspiration for a mid-sized tropical custom-shaped natural pool in Other with with a pool.

Livingston Woods Residence

CGU Homes

Photo of a tropical courtyard custom-shaped pool in Other with with a pool and natural stone pavers.

Aménagement complet d'une piscine

Antoine Morin Paysage

Inspiration for a large tropical backyard rectangular pool in Angers with with a pool and decking.

St. John Estate

Mimi & Hill interiors

Design ideas for a tropical backyard pool in New York with with a pool and brick pavers.

Hope Ranch Resort

Jodi G. Designs

Tropical backyard rectangular pool in Santa Barbara with with a pool and decking.

Private Emirates Hills Villa

TileLine

This Luxury Villa was fitted with our exclusive Porcelain Sukabumi Tiles that replicates the natural stone from Bali, Indonesia. The reason it is replicated is for its longevity and durability. This dynamic tile gives you different shades of greens and blues depending on water depth, sunlight and you bespoke design patterns.

Natural Rock Feature Pool

POOLSCAPES QLD

Natural rock water feature constructed on a freeform lagoon shaped pool. Inspired by natural landscapes to blend with the clients backyard.
Photo of a large tropical backyard custom-shaped natural pool in Brisbane with with a pool and natural stone pavers.

Timber Pool Deck

Ezcapes Landscaping

Tropical pool in Brisbane with with a pool and decking.

Trabajos Eon Interiorismo

Eon Interiorismo

Diseño exterior para reforma de un chalet de estilo mediterráneo.
Design ideas for a mid-sized tropical front yard rectangular lap pool in Alicante-Costa Blanca with with a pool and natural stone pavers.

Backyard Escape in The Manor

Georgia Classic Pool

Existing house new pool

NovaForma Architecture & Interior Design

Pool designed for a 4 people family, as an spa and parties place. the tiles used are made of resined concrete.
Inspiration for a small tropical backyard custom-shaped natural pool in Los Angeles with with a pool and concrete slab.

Kewarra Beach Renovation

Nathan Verri Pty Ltd

Inspiration for a tropical custom-shaped pool in Cairns with with a pool.

Tropical Pool Design Ideas with with a Pool

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 tropical 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 tropical 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 tropical 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 tropical 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 tropical 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.