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Side Swimming Pool with Tiled Flooring Ideas and Designs

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Hale Palekaiko
Hale Palekaiko
Peter Vincent ArchitectsPeter Vincent Architects
Andy Landgraf
Inspiration for a coastal side rectangular swimming pool in Hawaii with tiled flooring.
Contemporary Landscape and Pool Lap Design
Contemporary Landscape and Pool Lap Design
Exterior Worlds Landscaping & DesignExterior Worlds Landscaping & Design
A family in West University contacted us to design a contemporary Houston landscape for them. They live on a double lot, which is large for that neighborhood. They had built a custom home on the property, and they wanted a unique indoor-outdoor living experience that integrated a modern pool into the aesthetic of their home interior. This was made possible by the design of the home itself. The living room can be fully opened to the yard by sliding glass doors. The pool we built is actually a lap swimming pool that measures a full 65 feet in length. Not only is this pool unique in size and design, but it is also unique in how it ties into the home. The patio literally connects the living room to the edge of the water. There is no coping, so you can literally walk across the patio into the water and start your swim in the heated, lighted interior of the pool. Even for guests who do not swim, the proximity of the water to the living room makes the entire pool-patio layout part of the exterior design. This is a common theme in modern pool design. The patio is also notable because it is constructed from stones that fit so tightly together the joints seem to disappear. Although the linear edges of the stones are faintly visible, the surface is one contiguous whole whose linear seamlessness supports both the linearity of the home and the lengthwise expanse of the pool. While the patio design is strictly linear to tie the form of the home to that of the pool, our modern pool is decorated with a running bond pattern of tile work. Running bond is a design pattern that uses staggered stone, brick, or tile layouts to create something of a linear puzzle board effect that captures the eye. We created this pattern to compliment the brick work of the home exterior wall, thus aesthetically tying fine details of the pool to home architecture. At the opposite end of the pool, we built a fountain into the side of the home's perimeter wall. The fountain head is actually square, mirroring the bricks in the wall. Unlike a typical fountain, the water here pours out in a horizontal plane which even more reinforces the theme of the quadrilateral geometry and linear movement of the modern pool. We decorated the front of the home with a custom garden consisting of small ground cover plant species. We had to be very cautious around the trees due to West U’s strict tree preservation policies. In order to avoid damaging tree roots, we had to avoid digging too deep into the earth. The species used in this garden—Japanese Ardesia, foxtail ferns, and dwarf mondo not only avoid disturbing tree roots, but they are low-growth by nature and highly shade resistant. We also built a gravel driveway that provides natural water drainage and preserves the root zone for trees. Concrete pads cross the driveway to give the homeowners a sure-footing for walking to and from their vehicles.
North Lakes home
North Lakes home
ProAbode PhotographyProAbode Photography
Belinda Matheson
Modern side rectangular lengths swimming pool in Brisbane with tiled flooring.
Desert Twilight Outdoor Pool
Desert Twilight Outdoor Pool
Eclectic Designs LLCEclectic Designs LLC
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional side rectangular swimming pool in Seattle with tiled flooring.
Greenwich
Greenwich
CRC Builders, Inc.CRC Builders, Inc.
Design ideas for a large beach style side rectangular lengths swimming pool in San Francisco with a pool house and tiled flooring.
Laurel Way Beverly Hills luxury mansion with wraparound moat pool
Laurel Way Beverly Hills luxury mansion with wraparound moat pool
Whipple Russell ArchitectsWhipple Russell Architects
Laurel Way Beverly Hills luxury mansion with wraparound moat pool. Photo by Art Gray Photography.
Photo of an expansive modern side custom shaped infinity swimming pool in Los Angeles with with pool landscaping and tiled flooring.
Freestanding Retractable Canopy, Waterloo
Freestanding Retractable Canopy, Waterloo
ShadeFXShadeFX
The homeowners needed a shaded area over the shallow end of their pool for their young son to lounge and relax. A 16’x10’ freestanding retractable canopy was mounted over the pool, wide enough to clear the pool cover tracks.
Waterfront Estate
Waterfront Estate
Architecture Studio, Inc.Architecture Studio, Inc.
Inspiration for a large mediterranean side custom shaped lengths swimming pool in Orlando with a water feature and tiled flooring.
Floreat Residence
Floreat Residence
Moda InteriorsModa Interiors
Landscaping by Tim Davies Landscaping. D Max Photography
Photo of a small contemporary side rectangular lengths swimming pool in Perth with tiled flooring.
Bayview Project, Kona, Hawai'i
Bayview Project, Kona, Hawai'i
Greg Putman ConstructionGreg Putman Construction
lanai on opposite side of living spaces with infinity pool and hot tub surrounded by lava rock
Photo of an expansive world-inspired side swimming pool in Hawaii with tiled flooring.
NIVEKO Polystone Überlaufbecken Multi in weiß
NIVEKO Polystone Überlaufbecken Multi in weiß
Pro Pool SchwimmbadtechnikPro Pool Schwimmbadtechnik
NIVEKO Polystone Überlaufbecken 10 x 3,5 x 1,5 m in weiß mit Lounge und anschließender Treppe. Unterflurrollladen im Rucksackschacht mit inegrierter Binder Turbinenschwimmanlage. Rinnensteine Granit schwarz.
New Modern Brighton Residence
New Modern Brighton Residence
Sketch Building DesignSketch Building Design
Rachel Lewis Photographer
Contemporary side rectangular lengths swimming pool in Melbourne with tiled flooring.
Castile
Castile
Lindon Homes Pty LtdLindon Homes Pty Ltd
Swimming Pool
Inspiration for a large side rectangular lengths swimming pool in Brisbane with a water feature and tiled flooring.
Casa de campo
Casa de campo
Grup EscriváGrup Escrivá
Photo of a medium sized farmhouse side rectangular lengths swimming pool in Other with a pool house and tiled flooring.
Lundeen Residence
Lundeen Residence
AS&D, PLLCAS&D, PLLC
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary side rectangular lengths hot tub in Houston with tiled flooring.
Piscine
Piscine
Benza S.r.l.Benza S.r.l.
Small contemporary side round hot tub in Other with tiled flooring.
Cube 12 mit Gegenstromanlage
Cube 12 mit Gegenstromanlage
Alveo GmbHAlveo GmbH
This is an example of a large contemporary side rectangular swimming pool in Stuttgart with tiled flooring.
Trafalgar - New Home
Trafalgar - New Home
Big House Little HouseBig House Little House
Inspiration for a contemporary side lengths swimming pool with tiled flooring.
La Sinigogola
La Sinigogola
Mas Foto di Maurizio SorvilloMas Foto di Maurizio Sorvillo
Maurizio Sorvillo
This is an example of a large farmhouse side rectangular lengths swimming pool in Florence with a pool house and tiled flooring.
Cotto Fiorentino
Cotto Fiorentino
Stone & Marble Diretto Ltd.Stone & Marble Diretto Ltd.
Hand made terracotta Italian tiles
Photo of a small mediterranean side swimming pool in Other with tiled flooring.

Side Swimming Pool with Tiled Flooring 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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