Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional backyard pool in Tampa.

North Barrington, IL Rectilinear Swimming Pool with Geometric Parquet-style deck

Request Free Quote This stunning traditional pool in North Barrington, IL measures 18 '0 `` x 36’0” with a depth ranging from 3’6” to 5' 0 `` to 3’6” in a Sport pool configuration. The shallow area features a 63 square foot sun shelf with 4 steps attached and 2 LED colored bubbler water features.. The opposite end has a 4 square foot swimout. The pool coping is Bullnose Bluestone. There is an automatic hydraulic pool safety cover with a custom stone walk-on lid system. The pool finish is ceramaquartz. There are also volleyball and basketball systems installed. Photography by e3.

Clean & Cool Pool & Spa

Coastal Aquatic Creations

Design ideas for a mid-sized modern backyard custom-shaped lap pool with concrete slab.

Cypress Area Geometric Pool with Raised Beam Wall

Great Escapes Custom Pools

Geometric pool with raised beam water feature wall and square spa with rolled comfort edge and stacked stone corner spillway. Pool material is travertine coping, 2x4 splitface travertine and 1x1 travertine mosaic tile. Decking is SprayDeck and pool finish is PebbleSheen.

Tibbs - Preston Hollow

AquaTerra Outdoors

This is an example of a mid-sized modern backyard custom-shaped lap pool in Dallas with a hot tub and concrete slab.

Straight Line Pool in Boerne Texas

Keith Zars Pools

This more contemporary pool has a large waterfall, two fire features, and an infinity spa with all glass tiles. Photographer: Siggi Ragnar
Design ideas for a large mediterranean backyard custom-shaped pool in Austin with a hot tub and concrete pavers.

Maison KS1

Atelier d'Architecture Baobab

Photo of a small contemporary backyard rectangular lap pool in Bordeaux with decking.

10x12 Poolside Retreat & Living Space

Studio Shed - Live Large. Build Small.

Rather than a home addition, this customer thought outside the box - a satellite lounge area next to the backyard pool is a great space to hang out and relax after a dip. This Studio Shed is coordinated with the exterior space through color matching and orientation.

Total Serene Scene | Selah Pools

Selah Pools & Spas

Private slice of Heaven in Justin TX, The swimming pool & spa oasis includes a totally private cedar chill spot for secluded vista views.
Mid-sized country backyard rectangular pool in Dallas with a hot tub and decking.

Modern Meets Boho

BOXHILL

Photography: Gerardine and Jude Vargas
Photo of a mid-sized midcentury backyard custom-shaped infinity pool in Phoenix with decomposed granite.

Custom Pools

Paramount Stone Co.

Paramount Stone
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional backyard custom-shaped lap pool in New York with a hot tub and natural stone pavers.

S.R.Smith

S.R.Smith, LLC

Beautiful LED pool lighting from S.R.Smith. Create Atmosphere!
Design ideas for a contemporary pool in Portland.

Outdoor Oasis

Woodridge Deck & Gazebo Co.

Woodridge Builders, Inc.
Design ideas for a large traditional backyard rectangular lap pool in Chicago with natural stone pavers and a pool house.

New Spool - Pensacola

Blue Haven Pools On The Gulf

Small country backyard rectangular pool in Other with a hot tub and concrete pavers.

Blue Surf Pebble Tec

Paradise Oasis Pools

The spa is covered in split face stone in the color silver. The coping is travertine in Antico. The decking is sprayed with Kool Deck in silver. We used a 6x6 waterline tile to mimic the water color. The Pebble Tech color is Blue Surf. The grotto and spa make the most relaxing sounds. photo by Michelle Yeatts

Rectangular Pool - Custom Water Features

Aqua Star - On Ground Pools

Our Deck-Pool model is a truly unique design. Its the only set of high-quality, freestanding, rectangular, permanent on-ground pools that are actually designed to accommodate our customers own custom deck addition. You can even integrate your existing deck seamlessly. See photos.

Spas

McKinney Custom Pools

Mid-sized contemporary backyard custom-shaped natural pool in Orange County with a hot tub and concrete slab.

Pasadena, CA Custom Waterwall

Kate Anne Landscape Design & Build

We were asked to create a retreat for his family to relax in and enjoy year round. We did this by maximizing his lawn area, creating multiple sitting areas, adding a custom water wall and utilizing a relaxing play of plants to create the ambience he was looking for.

French Gray with blue quartz

Vue Custom Pools

Custom plaster blend of gray plaster and blue quartz flake creates a beautiful aqua blue serine color water. A hue of blue with a distinguished look.

Poolscapes & Patio's

Creative Design Landscaping

Photo of a mid-sized backyard pool in New York with natural stone pavers.

Turquoise 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.