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Midcentury Back Swimming Pool Ideas and Designs

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Lawrence Park Hot Tub
Lawrence Park Hot Tub
BonaVista LeisureScapesBonaVista LeisureScapes
This is an example of a large midcentury back rectangular above ground hot tub in Toronto with a shelter and decking.
Glen Ellen Residence
Glen Ellen Residence
Knock Architecture and DesignKnock Architecture and Design
Design ideas for a medium sized retro back rectangular natural swimming pool in San Francisco with with pool landscaping and concrete slabs.
Price
Price
Morales Outdoor Living LLCMorales Outdoor Living LLC
This awesome silver travertine patio was done in the beautiful community of Bridgemore in Farragut TN. We used silver travertine in French pattern and also slabs for stepping stones wrapped with artificial turf.
Midcentury Modern Pool
Midcentury Modern Pool
Brad Sharpe PoolsBrad Sharpe Pools
Robert Shaw photographer
This is an example of a medium sized midcentury back rectangular lengths hot tub in Austin with brick paving.
Contemporary Residence & Pool House
Contemporary Residence & Pool House
Marc Newman ArchitectMarc Newman Architect
View of new pool house, pool & patio.
Photo of a medium sized retro back rectangular swimming pool in San Francisco with concrete slabs.
Leucadia Mid Century
Leucadia Mid Century
DZN PartnersDZN Partners
PixelProFoto
Design ideas for a medium sized retro back rectangular lengths hot tub in San Diego with concrete slabs.
Fair Palms - Pool and Pergola
Fair Palms - Pool and Pergola
H3K DesignH3K Design
Patrick Ketchum
Retro back swimming pool in Los Angeles with a water feature and gravel.
Palm Springs Modern
Palm Springs Modern
Woodson & Rummerfield's House of DesignWoodson & Rummerfield's House of Design
Photo of a medium sized retro back rectangular swimming pool in Los Angeles with concrete slabs.
Backyard Swimming Pool
Backyard Swimming Pool
Forte Building Group, LLCForte Building Group, LLC
This is an example of a medium sized retro back rectangular lengths swimming pool in Nashville with concrete slabs.
Plumeria Sands
Plumeria Sands
Moderne BuildersModerne Builders
Kelly Peak
This is an example of a medium sized midcentury back round natural swimming pool in Los Angeles with concrete paving.
Pools
Pools
Vacation PoolsVacation Pools
Photo of a medium sized retro back rectangular swimming pool in Los Angeles with decking.
Pool House in Wilmington, DE
Pool House in Wilmington, DE
Pine Street Carpenters & The Kitchen StudioPine Street Carpenters & The Kitchen Studio
Photo of a large retro back rectangular swimming pool in Wilmington with a pool house.
Mid-Century Ranch Reinvented
Mid-Century Ranch Reinvented
Knaak Design GroupKnaak Design Group
Designed and Built modern pool and spa complete with water features and synthetic turf patio. Tropical landscaping with lots of bright colored foliage.
Hillside House
Hillside House
Robert M. Cain, ArchitectRobert M. Cain, Architect
The southern facade faces an extensive lawn sloping to the golf course and views of wooded piedmont hills beyond. Hillside nestles into the natural contours of the site stepping down from the living areas with "trays" comprised of the lounging deck, social patio, lap pool then lawn. Extensive eaves provide passive solar shading of living area and bedroom south-facing, view-oriented glazing. Rain chains direct roof runoff to stone filled collectors and an underground site drainage system. No gutters on this house! Photos: Fredrik Brauer
Dover Shores
Dover Shores
Falling Waters LandscapeFalling Waters Landscape
Richard Bloom
Retro back rectangular swimming pool in Orange County with concrete slabs.
Covered Outdoor Kitchen with raised firepit over looking pool
Covered Outdoor Kitchen with raised firepit over looking pool
Lavender Landscape Design Co.Lavender Landscape Design Co.
This lovely backyard oasis is made for entertaining and making memories. Featuring a covered outdoor kitchen with a hand laid tile backsplash, you can cook out at all times of day. When those cool Arizona nights hit the raised firepit area is perfect for telling stories until the sun rises when you can hop in the pool and enjoy that sweet az heat.
All-Season Oasis - AWA2001
All-Season Oasis - AWA2001
Selah Pools & SpasSelah Pools & Spas
Sound, color, light, texture, and all points in between. This one-of-a-kind Selah Pools design is truly an Oasis for all seasons. The patio extension with all the outdoor kitchen amenities is ready to serve up a great meal, just steps outside our client's backdoor. Then when it's hot outside, it's on to the pool deck and off the custom tile- jump rock to cool off.
A Client's own words | A Dream come true in Godley Texas
A Client's own words | A Dream come true in Godley Texas
Selah Pools & SpasSelah Pools & Spas
A Moderns family dreamscape backyard. Pool, Spa, fire pit, and landscape built for entertainment, with family fun.
Inspiration for an expansive midcentury back private and rectangular natural swimming pool in Dallas with decking.
Sunset Hills
Sunset Hills
Hsu McCulloughHsu McCullough
Pool at backyard Landscape design by Meg Rushing Coffee Photo by Dan Arnold
Photo of a medium sized retro back rectangular lengths swimming pool in Los Angeles with concrete slabs.
Balboa Cove
Balboa Cove
Garden StudioGarden Studio
Nic Gingold
This is an example of a medium sized retro back custom shaped above ground hot tub in Orange County with concrete slabs.

Midcentury Back Swimming Pool Ideas and Designs

A midcentury 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 midcentury 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 midcentury 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 midcentury 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 midcentury 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 midcentury 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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