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Back Swimming Pool Ideas and Designs

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Small Pool
Small Pool
Urbanscapes LLCUrbanscapes LLC
How to fit everything into a small back yard....Pool, entertaining and animal accommodation. Additionally our client wanted low maintenance low maintenance and a year round landscape. The artificial turf was an excellent choice for both low maintenance and pet friendly. To keep small areas of turf in pristine condition provided the conditions is highly unlikely, so the artificial turf was an obvious choice.
The Pool
The Pool
Conscious Environments Inc.Conscious Environments Inc.
A backyard remodel with a Tuscan style features a pool w/ infinity edge, concrete coping, Pebble Tec plaster, and drought tolerant landscaping.
Photo of a large mediterranean back custom shaped infinity swimming pool in Orange County with concrete slabs.
Lonsmount Swim Spa
Lonsmount Swim Spa
BonaVista LeisureScapesBonaVista LeisureScapes
Small modern back rectangular lengths hot tub in Toronto with decking.
Mount Laurel Pool
Mount Laurel Pool
DSLD Land Management Company, Inc.DSLD Land Management Company, Inc.
The final product is a 14' x 26' Desjoyaux pool with a 7' x 7' tanning ledge lined with anthracite grey membrane
Photo of a small back rectangular swimming pool in Birmingham with concrete slabs.
Craftsman Pool
Craftsman Pool
Inspiration for a large traditional back rectangular lengths swimming pool in Jacksonville with a bbq area.
Cabin Pool House
Cabin Pool House
Parker and Son ConstructionParker and Son Construction
The perfect pool house. Has everything from storage, full bath with shower, fire place and bar.
Photo of a rustic back rectangular swimming pool in Atlanta with a pool house and concrete slabs.
Bona Vista Pools - Proj 04
Bona Vista Pools - Proj 04
McNeill PhotographyMcNeill Photography
McNeill Photography
Inspiration for a small modern back rectangular lengths hot tub in Toronto with decking.
Kloss Renovation
Kloss Renovation
Guerra HardscapesGuerra Hardscapes
New 6”x6” waterline tile(CT STN 05) from @classic_pool_tile . New ivory travertine coping from @classic_pool_tile . Single suction MD to a Channel MD conversion . New Tanning ledge addition . Pool Returns relocation and addition . Pool lights relocated and exchanged to @jandypool Hydrocools LED color lights . New BaduJet Turbo Pro from @speck.pumps .’Irish Mist’ PebbleSheen from @pebbletec installed by @olympicpoolpro . New SuperSoft Artificial Turf from @siteonesupply with Ivory travertine slabs from @classic_pool_tile installed
Project Outdoor Sauna
Project Outdoor Sauna
Ambient ElementsAmbient Elements
Ambient Elements creates conscious designs for innovative spaces by combining superior craftsmanship, advanced engineering and unique concepts while providing the ultimate wellness experience. We design and build saunas, infrared saunas, steam rooms, hammams, cryo chambers, salt rooms, snow rooms and many other hyperthermic conditioning modalities.
Lambeth Road
Lambeth Road
Frameless ImpressionsFrameless Impressions
Frameless Pool fence and glass doors designed and installed by Frameless Impressions
Photo of a small modern back rectangular lengths swimming pool in Melbourne with decking and fencing.
Sofronas Residence
Sofronas Residence
Altera LandscapeAltera Landscape
Landscape Design: AMS Landscape Design Studios, Inc. / Photography: Jeri Koegel
Design ideas for a large contemporary back rectangular swimming pool in Orange County with natural stone paving and a bbq area.
Clearview Pavilion
Clearview Pavilion
Amantea ArchitectsAmantea Architects
Large modern back rectangular above ground swimming pool in Toronto with a pool house and concrete slabs.
Natural Swimming Pool in Alamo, Ca
Natural Swimming Pool in Alamo, Ca
Creative EnvironmentsCreative Environments
This back yard is full of micro environments for every type of entertainment, Pool/Spa/Waterfall, BBQ, Bar, Fireplace and outdoor TV
Inspiration for an expansive mediterranean back custom shaped swimming pool in San Francisco with natural stone paving and a bbq area.
Contemporary Lap Pool in Newbury Park, CA
Contemporary Lap Pool in Newbury Park, CA
UserUser
Steve King | Architectural Imaging
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary back rectangular lengths swimming pool in Los Angeles with a water feature and decking.
Awnings
Awnings
Screens of Kentucky, LLCScreens of Kentucky, LLC
Inspiration for a medium sized world-inspired back kidney-shaped lengths swimming pool in Orange County with a water feature and brick paving.
The Spa Treatment in West Falmouth
The Spa Treatment in West Falmouth
Cataldo Custom Builders, Inc.Cataldo Custom Builders, Inc.
Dan Cutrona
Photo of an expansive contemporary back rectangular swimming pool in Boston with a pool house and decking.
DDB DESIGN Exteriors & Pools
DDB DESIGN Exteriors & Pools
DDB Design Development & BuildingDDB Design Development & Building
Exteriors of DDB Design Development & Building Houses, Landscape Design by Landscape Architects, photography by Urban Angles.
Medium sized contemporary back rectangular swimming pool in Melbourne with fencing.
Zilker Modern
Zilker Modern
Foursquare BuildersFoursquare Builders
Medium sized contemporary back rectangular swimming pool in Austin with concrete paving and fencing.
Tropical Oasis on Interocastal: Delray Beach, FL
Tropical Oasis on Interocastal: Delray Beach, FL
Botanical VisionsBotanical Visions
Large world-inspired back rectangular natural swimming pool in Miami with natural stone paving and a pool house.
Neighboring homes fade away with nightfall
Neighboring homes fade away with nightfall
plan + design inc.plan + design inc.
Gary Feinberg, Photographer
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary back custom shaped swimming pool in Atlanta with a water slide and natural stone paving.

Back 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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