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Small Swimming Pool Ideas and Designs

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Sentinel Hill Custom Home
Sentinel Hill Custom Home
Davidson Walker Construction Ltd.Davidson Walker Construction Ltd.
This is an example of a small modern back rectangular lengths swimming pool in Vancouver with concrete slabs.
Applecross Home
Applecross Home
LD TotalLD Total
courtesy of Giorgi Exclusive Homes
Inspiration for a small contemporary side l-shaped infinity swimming pool in Perth with decking.
Chen Residence
Chen Residence
Ronald ChangRonald Chang
Photogarphed by Ronald Chang
This is an example of a small modern back rectangular lengths swimming pool in Los Angeles with a water feature and tiled flooring.
Clearview® Cable Railing Systems
Clearview® Cable Railing Systems
AGS Stainless, Inc.AGS Stainless, Inc.
Design ideas for a small contemporary back rectangular swimming pool in Seattle with concrete slabs.
Indoor-Outdoor Stone Villa Pool
Indoor-Outdoor Stone Villa Pool
Poolside Gardens, Inc.Poolside Gardens, Inc.
This is an example of a small mediterranean custom shaped natural hot tub in Los Angeles with decking.
Tampa Bay Home Builders, Alvarez Homes - Luxury Lanai Area at The Milkey Home
Tampa Bay Home Builders, Alvarez Homes - Luxury Lanai Area at The Milkey Home
Alvarez HomesAlvarez Homes
Tampa Builders Alvarez Homes - (813) 969-3033. Vibrant colors, a variety of textures and covered porches add charm and character to this stunning beachfront home in Florida. Photography by Jorge Alvarez
Modern
Modern
CB Cooper ConstructionCB Cooper Construction
Small modern side rectangular lengths swimming pool in Houston with concrete slabs.
Hilltop Modern
Hilltop Modern
Nest Architectural Design, Inc.Nest Architectural Design, Inc.
Interior Design: Mikhail Dantes Construction: Beck Building Company / Scott Amaral Engineer: Malouff Engineering / Bob Malouff Landscape Architect : Mike Eagleton
Alexandria Townhouse Pool
Alexandria Townhouse Pool
Land & Water DesignLand & Water Design
Our client requested Land & Water Design to design a unique backyard, utilizing every bit of open area. Within the requests were a 12'x22' swimming pool with swim jet system to accommodate the competitive swimmers in their family. The items on their "wish list" were enough hardscape areas to accommodate at least 20 guests, a beautiful low maintenance landscape, custom storage area, outdoor lighting, water jets, retaining wall, seat walls and finally a small area for outdoor grilling. Photo Credit: Jim Folliard
Coastal garden
Coastal garden
Cultivart Landscape DesignCultivart Landscape Design
Strelitzia reginae against rear fence/screen. pool seat
This is an example of a small coastal swimming pool in Perth.
Small and Cute Backyard
Small and Cute Backyard
Backyardz CompanyBackyardz Company
Cute backyard with small pool
This is an example of a small back rectangular above ground swimming pool in San Francisco with with pool landscaping and concrete slabs.
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.
ANGELFISH
ANGELFISH
Henriette Werner DesignHenriette Werner Design
Small modern back custom shaped swimming pool in Sunshine Coast with decking.
Residential New Build With Spa Spill Over
Residential New Build With Spa Spill Over
Clear Tech, IncClear Tech, Inc
Design ideas for a small contemporary back rectangular swimming pool in Tampa with natural stone paving.
Gallery - Small Vinyl Pools
Gallery - Small Vinyl Pools
Betz Pools LimitedBetz Pools Limited
This new home, like some in mid-town Toronto, occupies a half-width lot of 25’. The long narrow home had a tiny backyard, with only 32’ from the house to the property line. The owners were hoping to have a pool, so they asked Betz how they could get maximum enjoyment from the minimal space available.
Lap Pool | Houston, TX
Lap Pool | Houston, TX
Richard's Total Backyard SolutionsRichard's Total Backyard Solutions
Hidden to the side of this gorgeous house remodeled after it got destroyed by Hurricane Harvey are this peaceful and beautiful small lap pool with raised ledger stone wall and Magic Bowls (no-fire water feature.)
A Beautifully Compact Backyard
A Beautifully Compact Backyard
Presidential Pools, Spas & PatioPresidential Pools, Spas & Patio
Small contemporary back rectangular hot tub in Phoenix with tiled flooring.
Formaler Stadtgarten
Formaler Stadtgarten
Daldrup Gärtner von EdenDaldrup Gärtner von Eden
Small contemporary back rectangular swimming pool in Other with a water feature and concrete slabs.
Winnetka, IL Hot Tub with Automatic Cover and Fire Pit
Winnetka, IL Hot Tub with Automatic Cover and Fire Pit
Platinum PoolcarePlatinum Poolcare
Request Free Quote This inground hot tub in Winnetka, IL measures 8'0" square, and is flush with the decking. Featuring an automatic pool cover with hidden stone safety lid, bluestone coping and decking, and multi-colored LED lighting, this hot tub is the perfect complement to the lovely outoor living space. Photos by Larry Huene.
Westlake Hills 1
Westlake Hills 1
The Garden Design StudioThe Garden Design Studio
Jessica Mims, See In See Out
Design ideas for a small farmhouse back rectangular infinity swimming pool in Austin with concrete paving.

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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