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Swimming Pool with a Water Feature and Gravel Ideas and Designs

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Santa Barbara Canyon Garden
Santa Barbara Canyon Garden
Holly Lepere - Lepere Studio, PhotographerHolly Lepere - Lepere Studio, Photographer
Grace Design Associates
This is an example of a mediterranean round above ground swimming pool in Santa Barbara with a water feature, a shelter and gravel.
Custom Luxury Pool with Swim-Up Bar
Custom Luxury Pool with Swim-Up Bar
Atlantis Luxury PoolsAtlantis Luxury Pools
Inspiration for a large world-inspired back custom shaped swimming pool in Other with a water feature and gravel.
Landscape Lighting
Landscape Lighting
BEGA North AmericaBEGA North America
BEGA's bollard luminaire used to illuminate poolside decking and gravel side yard.
Design ideas for a medium sized modern back custom shaped natural swimming pool in San Luis Obispo with gravel and a water feature.
2015 St George Parade of Homes
2015 St George Parade of Homes
Norton Luxury HomesNorton Luxury Homes
Inspiration for a small back kidney-shaped natural swimming pool in Las Vegas with a water feature and gravel.
Caruth
Caruth
Bonick LandscapingBonick Landscaping
The challenge with this residence was to seamlessly bridge the home and pool house in a confined space. A casual, outdoor environment utilizes straight forward materials of gravel, concrete and limestone, and a central Corten fire pit provides evening enjoyment. Upholstery materials are carefully considered to create rhythm through the space.
Backyard Pond and Waterfall Projects in York PA - Splash Supply Co
Backyard Pond and Waterfall Projects in York PA - Splash Supply Co
Splash Supply Company IncSplash Supply Company Inc
Splash Supply Co
Large rustic back custom shaped natural swimming pool in Baltimore with a water feature and gravel.
Naples - 1
Naples - 1
Ron Manzo DesignRon Manzo Design
Design ideas for a medium sized world-inspired back rectangular infinity swimming pool in Orlando with a water feature and gravel.
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.
Custom Pools
Custom Pools
Specialty PoolsSpecialty Pools
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional back custom shaped swimming pool in Phoenix with a water feature and gravel.
SC 3
SC 3
Jon Eric Christner ARCHITECT INC.Jon Eric Christner ARCHITECT INC.
Entry Courtyard - General Contractor: Forte Estate Homes
This is an example of a mediterranean courtyard rectangular swimming pool in Orange County with gravel and a water feature.
Outdoor Pool
Outdoor Pool
Remcon Design BuildRemcon Design Build
This is an example of a large mediterranean back rectangular lengths swimming pool in San Diego with a water feature and gravel.
Before and After: Troon Residence
Before and After: Troon Residence
Baldridge LandscapeBaldridge Landscape
This is an example of a contemporary back swimming pool in Houston with a water feature and gravel.
Modern pool with custom glass mosaic mix
Modern pool with custom glass mosaic mix
Simple StepsSimple Steps
This modern pool uses a custom recycled glass mosaic mix. The colors used are from the Vitreo and Brillante collections that come in 3/4"x 3/4" and some are available in 3/8"x3/8", rectangle and hexangon. There are many mosaic mixes that are available or you can make a custom mix to fit your style.
5 foot waterfall
5 foot waterfall
StonewallStonewall
Large back custom shaped lengths swimming pool in Houston with a water feature and gravel.
Tropical
Tropical
Champion Pools & Spas, Inc.Champion Pools & Spas, Inc.
David Brams, Champion Pools and Spas Inc
Large world-inspired back custom shaped swimming pool in Miami with a water feature and gravel.
Lands End
Lands End
D'Asign SourceD'Asign Source
Enjoy a sunset dinner at the edge of the ocean in this cozy dining alcove.
Large world-inspired back custom shaped swimming pool in Miami with a water feature and gravel.
Landscapes
Landscapes
Lou Penning Landscapes Inc.Lou Penning Landscapes Inc.
pool and landscaping
Medium sized mediterranean back rectangular lengths swimming pool in San Francisco with a water feature and gravel.
Plant Filter Bog in Natural Swimming Pool
Plant Filter Bog in Natural Swimming Pool
Genus Loci Ecological Landscapes Inc.Genus Loci Ecological Landscapes Inc.
Plant filter adjacent to the natural swimming pool. Photo by Genus Loci Ecological Landscapes Inc.
Design ideas for a medium sized rustic back custom shaped natural swimming pool in Toronto with a water feature and gravel.
Landscape Yard Projects
Landscape Yard Projects
Integrity Landscape Services LLC.Integrity Landscape Services LLC.
Inspiration for a medium sized classic back custom shaped lengths swimming pool in Austin with a water feature and gravel.
Naples - 1
Naples - 1
Ron Manzo DesignRon Manzo Design
This is an example of a medium sized world-inspired back rectangular infinity swimming pool in Orlando with a water feature and gravel.

Swimming Pool with a Water Feature and Gravel 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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