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Affordable Small Swimming Pool Ideas and Designs

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Urban Small Backyard Makeover with Plunge Pool
Urban Small Backyard Makeover with Plunge Pool
Soake PoolsSoake Pools
Soake Pool project near completing- just a few trim pieces left to install. Homeowner's dog went in for a quick dip!
Photo of a small contemporary back rectangular natural hot tub in Boston with decking.
Custom Pool & Spa
Custom Pool & Spa
Foxterra DesignFoxterra Design
Design ideas for a small modern back custom shaped infinity hot tub in Orange County.
New Spool - Pensacola
New Spool - Pensacola
Blue Haven Pools On The GulfBlue Haven Pools On The Gulf
Small rustic back rectangular hot tub in Other with concrete paving.
Chicago, IL Urban Custom Swim Spa
Chicago, IL Urban Custom Swim Spa
Platinum PoolcarePlatinum Poolcare
Request Free Quote This custom swim resistance swim spa features a commercial-quality swim resistance system for current swimming. The swim spa also features an automatic pool safety cover, a therapeutic exercise bar, Primera Stone Diamond Head Treasure pool finish, and a Basketball system. The coping is Bluestone, and the planks that clad the exposed wall are Valder's Dovewhite limestone. There is also a mosaic tile border as well as on the stair treads. Photos by Larry Huene.
Backyard Escape
Backyard Escape
Intex Design and ConstructionIntex Design and Construction
Small space, outdoor living in West Hollywood, CA
Photo of a small modern back rectangular lengths hot tub in Los Angeles with concrete paving.
Edison Ave. June '15
Edison Ave. June '15
Landscape-FusionLandscape-Fusion
A very small South Tampa backyard (typical) turned into a very usable space. Approx. 265 sq. ft. this small pool or spool (spa pool) has everything one needs to enjoy outdoor living life. Offset to one side of the yard, it allows for max use of the space. The approx. 330 sq. ft. french pattern silver travertine pool deck and straight edge pool coping gives this backyard a clean, simple, modern feel. With the soft zoyisa grass expanding almost to pool edges it gives the small space a vast, clean feel. The sunshelf in the pool adds a place of pause before entering the pool which has a max depth of 6 feet. No matter what time of year the spool is equiped with a pool heater that will have this oasis to 87 plus degrees within several hrs or less. Landscape Fusion
Contemporary Plunge Pool in Roanoke
Contemporary Plunge Pool in Roanoke
Liquid Concept PoolsLiquid Concept Pools
Here is a small Plunge pool with clean lines, simple materials and a raised wall with a sheer descent
Inspiration for a small contemporary back rectangular lengths swimming pool in Dallas with a water feature and concrete slabs.
Johnston Custom Spool
Johnston Custom Spool
Thunderbird Pools And SpasThunderbird Pools And Spas
Madrid Photography
Small back custom shaped swimming pool in Phoenix with a water feature and natural stone paving.
Pool Houses
Pool Houses
Stoltzfus StructuresStoltzfus Structures
Design ideas for a small rural back natural swimming pool in Philadelphia with a pool house and concrete slabs.
Rustic Pool
Rustic Pool
Small rustic back custom shaped swimming pool in Dallas.
Contemporary Pool
Contemporary Pool
Design ideas for a small contemporary back custom shaped swimming pool in Dallas with a water feature and stamped concrete.
Walless Cabana
Walless Cabana
Walless ArchitectureWalless Architecture
A Sympathetic In-between Positioned at the edge of the Field of Mars Reserve, Walless Cabana is the heart of family living, where people and nature come together harmoniously and embrace each other. In creating a seamless transition between the existing family home and the distant bushland, Walless Cabana deliberately curates the language of its surroundings through the Japanese concept of 'Shakkei' or borrowed scenery, ensuring its humble and respectful presence in place. Despite being a permanent structure, it is a transient space that adapts and changes dynamically with everchanging nature, personalities and lifestyle.
Aménagement d'un jardin avec piscine
Aménagement d'un jardin avec piscine
Arbo PaysagesArbo Paysages
Aménagement d’un jardin avec piscine à Bordeaux, - Plantation des massifs - Mise en place de graviers et roches décoratives - Mise en place d’un arrosage automatique - Pose de gazon de plaquage
My Project
My Project
Diamanti Pool & PatioDiamanti Pool & Patio
Guntie Pool
Small back rectangular lengths swimming pool in Other with with pool landscaping and natural stone paving.
Hinsdale, IL Compact Rectilinear Swimming Pool with Automatic Pool Cover
Hinsdale, IL Compact Rectilinear Swimming Pool with Automatic Pool Cover
Platinum PoolcarePlatinum Poolcare
Request Free Quote This compact pool in Hinsdale, IL measures 10’0” x 20’0” with a depth of 3’6” to 5’0”. The pool features a “U” shaped bench with jets attached. There is also a 6’0” underwater bench. The pool features LED color changing lighting. There is an automatic hydraulic pool cover with a custom stone walk-on lid system. The pool coping is Ledgestone. The pool finish is Ceramaquartz. Photography by e3.
Small Geometric Pool in College Station
Small Geometric Pool in College Station
Paradise Oasis PoolsParadise Oasis Pools
Inspiration for a small classic back rectangular lengths swimming pool in Other with concrete slabs.
Biolago - progettazione e realizzazione Capena - Roma
Biolago - progettazione e realizzazione Capena - Roma
Lavinia Raccah Architetto PaesaggistaLavinia Raccah Architetto Paesaggista
Progettazione e successiva realizzazione di un biolago a Capena - Roma (RM). Opera di impatto sostenibile ed ecologico prendendosi cura dunque dell'ambiente circostante. Si tratta di un bacino ornamentale e balneabile di acqua dolce integrato con l'ecosistema circostante e fitodepurato dalle piante stesse ( venendo quindi a meno del classico utilizzo dell'impianto di depurazione delle acque).
Mount Hawthorn Plunge Pool
Mount Hawthorn Plunge Pool
NaturesqueNaturesque
Inspiration for a small modern back round above ground swimming pool in Perth with with pool landscaping and natural stone paving.
Zaha 1
Zaha 1
Catalina Alarcón - Interior designCatalina Alarcón - Interior design
Inspiration for a small coastal back custom shaped above ground hot tub in Mexico City.
Residential New Build - Small Pool
Residential New Build - Small Pool
Clear Tech, IncClear Tech, Inc
Our customer came to us with a bit of an issue.. a small backyard and big dreams. Guess what? Clear Tech took on the challenge and created a space that was enjoyable. We started from grass and turned the space into a relaxing pool area. We completed the look with outdoor furniture that brought the whole project together. Our customer is so excited to enjoy their new and useable outdoor living space.

Affordable Small Swimming Pool Ideas and Designs

A garden or outdoor swimming pool can be a great way to cool off in the summer, and when the swimming pool covers are on, the fun can continue with steaming hot tubs or home spas. Better yet, if you have the budget and the space to work with, why not install an indoor swimming pool that can be enjoyed all year round? Whether you are looking at the luxury of hot tubs, want a small plunge pool, or you’re planning a brand new outdoor swimming pool or home spa installation, we have plenty of hot tub and outdoor pool designs for you to dip into here at Houzz.

Do new indoor or outdoor swimming pools increase the value of homes?

Outdoor or indoor swimming pools can significantly impact property value by attracting buyers with bigger budgets who are looking for a little luxury in their home. However, installing a large swimming pool could also negatively impact the value of your house if there isn’t enough space left in your garden for anything else. This is why it is important to seek guidance from a swimming pool installer or expert, and choose a swimming pool installation that can fit tastefully in your garden. If you are planning to sell your home, you may also want to look into the range of large inflatable, above ground swimming pools now available so that you can take it with you when you leave.

What type of swimming pool should I install?

The British weather can be unpredictable at best, so while an infinity pool or luxurious outdoor pool may be a stunning addition to a holiday villa abroad, it may be a good idea to look into small plunge pools, heated pools and indoor swimming pool designs instead. This doesn’t mean you will have to compromise on style – even natural swimming pools, which can look stunning when well placed in leafy and luscious gardens, are heatable and therefore usable in slightly colder months. If you don’t quite have the space for a large swimming pool, there are plenty of small swimming pool ideas and designs to work with, and if you speak to an expert they may be able to design bespoke swimming pools to fit perfectly in the space you have. Simple plunge pools are great additions to courtyard gardens or other quiet outdoor spots where you want a quick, refreshing dip, but don’t want the space to be dominated by a large pool. A plunge pool will have to be very carefully planned out, however, as you need the right drainage and safety features, so you can’t just throw one in wherever you have space. Speak to a professional who has experience installing plunge pools beforehand. Of course, with nice garden hot tubs you may not be able swim lengths but you will be able to relax in your garden no matter the weather as you look up at the stars. If you are on a budget there are also affordable inflatable hot tubs that could work in your garden. And, just like inflatable pools, the extra advantage is that they will be able to come with you if you move!

What material should I use for spas or hot tubs?

For a hot tub to survive the changing seasons it is important to choose a material that will be durable. Cedar or other wooden hot tubs can look attractive, but will be harder to maintain. The most popular material is often vinyl for its affordability and versatility but this material is also less likely to last. To get the best bang for your buck, we would recommend opting for a concrete or a fibreglass hot tub or spa, which would provide you with a sturdy solution. In addition, metal above ground hot tubs can be a durable option. To finish off the design of your hot tub we would also recommend that you build a wooden platform around it or take a look at our canopies and gazebos for some privacy. Browse the swimming pools, plunge pools and hot tub photos from professional designers and installers and save your favourites to an ideabook. You can then contact the professionals that worked on any of these swimming pool designs to see if they can create something similar for your house project.
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