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Villa Lagu Tulum - Obed Clemente Arquitectos
Villa Lagu Tulum - Obed Clemente Arquitectos
Obed Clemente ArquitectosObed Clemente Arquitectos
Photo of a mediterranean swimming pool in Mexico City.
Ruth Residence
Ruth Residence
M. Designs ArchitectsM. Designs Architects
Each space in this estate is designed to enjoy the beautiful views ailed by the use of a wall to wall glass windows. The backyard is made to enjoy outdoor living and entertaining with a TV area, kitchen, swimming pool, jacuzzi, and even a basketball court. The upstairs floor has balconies all around with glass railings for unhindered views and a minimalistic look, with an additional outside lounge area. Spotlights lined on the edge of the roof for the perfect outdoor lighting, reflecting in the pool in the evening. � This family loves the outdoor life and we made sure they could enjoy the outdoors even from the inside.
RILEY RESIDENCE
RILEY RESIDENCE
Tate Studio ArchitectsTate Studio Architects
Beautiful reflecting pool that centers the back patio and creates an amazing reflection of the home and the steep mountain and provide a cooling effect in hot summer days. Builder - Build Inc, Interior Design - Tate Studio Architects, Landscape - Desert Foothills Landscape, Photography - Thompson Photographic.
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Aquaduct Street Custom Pool House
Aquaduct Street Custom Pool House
Alair Homes CharlestonAlair Homes Charleston
This contemporary traditional custom pool and guesthouse features an outdoor wet bar, sizeable pool, and orange accents.
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary back kidney-shaped lengths swimming pool in Charleston with a pool house.
Anglo-Caribbean Estate Home
Anglo-Caribbean Estate Home
Village Architects AIA, Inc.Village Architects AIA, Inc.
This is an example of a classic back rectangular swimming pool in Miami with concrete slabs.
Horseshoe Trail
Horseshoe Trail
The Art of BuildingThe Art of Building
Retro swimming pool in New York.
Leucadia Mid Century Beach House
Leucadia Mid Century Beach House
Esther vdBEsther vdB
Contemporary back custom shaped hot tub in San Diego with concrete slabs.
East Hampton Gunite Swimming Pool Designer & Builder
East Hampton Gunite Swimming Pool Designer & Builder
GappsiGappsi
This gunite swimming pool was designed and installed by Gappsi in East Hampton, NY. This pool design is a classic Hampton style with clean straight lines and bluestone coping for both the swimming pool and spill-over spa. The inside of the swimming pool incorporates corner steps and a straight bench along the 38 ft side of the swimming pool and on both sides of the spa. Bluestone coping was custom-cut 2 inches thick, 24 inches wide, and flamed. The pool coping and patio between pool and pool house was built with bluestone flagging. The gunite shell beam was shot 24 inches wide to accommodate the bluestone coping. And as a more classical look for the Hamptons area, natural grass was installed up to the edge of the pool coping.
Preston Hollow Modern Pool + Outdoor Living
Preston Hollow Modern Pool + Outdoor Living
Pool Environments, Inc.Pool Environments, Inc.
Pool and spa with outdoor living area and golf green.
Inspiration for a large contemporary swimming pool in Dallas.
Coastal Clean
Coastal Clean
Knaak Design GroupKnaak Design Group
Landscape Architecture to include pool, spa, outdoor kitchen, fireplace, landscaping, driveway design, outdoor furniture.
This is an example of a medium sized modern back rectangular infinity hot tub in Miami with tiled flooring.
Highland
Highland
Brookside Landscape DesignBrookside Landscape Design
This picture shows the Cedar jacuzzi tub and surrounding Ipe deck lit at night. Photography: Brett Hilton
Large contemporary back hot tub in San Diego with decking.
Outdoor Living Construction
Outdoor Living Construction
California Construction Center, Inc.California Construction Center, Inc.
Large modern back rectangular lengths swimming pool in San Francisco.
Kursch Residence
Kursch Residence
Procopio Family HomesProcopio Family Homes
Inspiration for a large traditional back kidney-shaped natural swimming pool in Baltimore with a water slide and tiled flooring.
The Fehling Project
The Fehling Project
Pratt GuysPratt Guys
The Fehling Project, designed and built by Pratt Guys, in 2018 - Photo owned by Pratt Guys - NOTE: Can only be used online, digitally, TV and print WITH written permission from Pratt Guys. (PrattGuys.com) - Photo was taken on February 11, 2019.
Travertine Deck - Shell Beach
Travertine Deck - Shell Beach
Mark Wyner with Platinum PoolsMark Wyner with Platinum Pools
Classic custom shaped infinity hot tub in Houston with concrete paving.
Los Lagos Modern
Los Lagos Modern
Donald Joseph Inc.Donald Joseph Inc.
Kat Alves
Photo of a large contemporary back rectangular infinity hot tub in Sacramento with concrete slabs.
Ladera Ranch Major Pool, Backyard and Frontyard Renovation
Ladera Ranch Major Pool, Backyard and Frontyard Renovation
Alan Smith Pool Plastering & ConstructionAlan Smith Pool Plastering & Construction
This is an example of a contemporary swimming pool in Orange County.
Apollo Beach Contemporary Pool & Spa w/ Traditional Pavilion & Landscape
Apollo Beach Contemporary Pool & Spa w/ Traditional Pavilion & Landscape
Dynamic Outdoor SpacesDynamic Outdoor Spaces
Photo of a large contemporary back custom shaped infinity hot tub in Tampa with natural stone paving.
Swimming Pools
Swimming Pools
CLC Landscape DesignCLC Landscape Design
Photo by Front Door Photography.
Design ideas for a medium sized classic rectangular swimming pool in New York with natural stone paving.

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.
Classic Hamptons
Classic Hamptons
Urban Design SolutionsUrban Design Solutions
Inspiration for a traditional back rectangular natural swimming pool in Brisbane with a water feature and decking.
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