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Traditional Custom Shaped Swimming Pool Ideas and Designs

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Palm Beach EnclosuresPalm Beach Enclosures
Photo of a large traditional indoor custom shaped hot tub in Nashville with concrete paving.
Pools
Pools
Firlit Landscape Design, IncFirlit Landscape Design, Inc
Photo of an expansive classic back custom shaped lengths hot tub in New York with natural stone paving.
Pool Deck
Pool Deck
Distinctive Design / Build / Remodel, LLC.Distinctive Design / Build / Remodel, LLC.
Erin Dougherty
Photo of a small traditional back custom shaped natural swimming pool in Charlotte with decking.
Freeform - Cheleuitte - San Antonio
Freeform - Cheleuitte - San Antonio
Cody Pools, Inc.Cody Pools, Inc.
Freeform pool with sheer descents and a raised spa with spillways.
Photo of a medium sized traditional back custom shaped natural hot tub in Austin with natural stone paving.
Brick Beauty
Brick Beauty
Brad Sharpe PoolsBrad Sharpe Pools
Robert Shaw photographer
Small classic back custom shaped lengths hot tub in Austin with brick paving.
Rancho Santa Fe Swim Up Bar
Rancho Santa Fe Swim Up Bar
Jesse York, Landscape DesignerJesse York, Landscape Designer
This project epitomizes luxury outdoor living, centered around an extraordinary pool that sets a new standard for leisure and elegance. The pool, features a custom-built swim-up bar, allowing guests to indulge in their favorite beverages without ever leaving the water. Surrounded by sumptuous lounging areas and accented with sophisticated lighting, the pool area promises an unparalleled aquatic experience. Adjacent to this aquatic paradise, the outdoor space boasts an entertainer’s dream kitchen and a mesmerizing fire feature, all framed by breathtaking panoramic views that elevate every gathering. Additionally, the estate includes a state-of-the-art all-purpose sports court, offering endless fun with activities like tennis, basketball, and the ever-popular pickleball. Each aspect of this lavish project has been meticulously curated to provide an ultimate haven of relaxation and entertainment.
Rancho Palos Verdes - Pool Design
Rancho Palos Verdes - Pool Design
Ultimate Water Creations Inc.Ultimate Water Creations Inc.
Traditional back custom shaped natural swimming pool in Los Angeles with a water feature and natural stone paving.
Freeform Pool with Spa and Scuppers in Texas Hill Country
Freeform Pool with Spa and Scuppers in Texas Hill Country
Keith Zars PoolsKeith Zars Pools
Hill Country living embodies beautiful scenery and amazing sunsets. This custom freeform pool features a spa with a gorgeous chopped stone spillway, a scupper water feature, lush planter beds and landscaping. This is the perfect retreat for fun, relaxation and evenings with breathtaking sunsets. Combining leuders and a lighter flagstone for the decking helps to marry the style of the home to outdoor space.
Pool for a small space
Pool for a small space
Paragon PoolsParagon Pools
Small space no problem. The award winning Paragon Pools design team creates memorable AquaTekture to enhance your outdoor living space. Photos by Mary Vail, MBA Publicist.
Botanica - Pools & Spas
Botanica - Pools & Spas
Botanica Landscape Inc.Botanica Landscape Inc.
This spa is set on the top of a deck. We used Bluestone rubble for the stacked stone. The back wall is also a water feature
This is an example of a medium sized classic back custom shaped above ground hot tub in Los Angeles with natural stone paving.
Pool Houses
Pool Houses
Baystate Outdoor PersoniaBaystate Outdoor Personia
Custom A frame pool house with a french door, large window, and square posts!
Photo of a medium sized classic back custom shaped swimming pool in Boston with a pool house and concrete paving.
Best of Summer 2018
Best of Summer 2018
Charleston Home + Design MagCharleston Home + Design Mag
Photo of a traditional courtyard custom shaped lengths swimming pool in Charleston with a water slide.
Pasadena Backyard Remodel
Pasadena Backyard Remodel
Spazio LASpazio LA
The backyard features a new freeform pool with quartz pebbles liner; a custom slide and spa with stacked stone matching the barbecue area; custom redwood side gates and wooden fence throughout the property; new barbecue area, stone pavers; matching stairs to the house and new trees and landscaping with irrigation system.
Arcadia/Scottsdale
Arcadia/Scottsdale
Wiseman & Gale InteriorsWiseman & Gale Interiors
This is an example of a classic back custom shaped lengths swimming pool in Phoenix.
Kroon Backyard
Kroon Backyard
Carnahan Landscaping & PoolsCarnahan Landscaping & Pools
Design ideas for a large classic back custom shaped lengths hot tub in Houston with natural stone paving.
Patios and Landscapes
Patios and Landscapes
Ryback Landscaping LLC.Ryback Landscaping LLC.
Photo of an expansive classic back custom shaped lengths hot tub in New York with brick paving.
Modern Renovation
Modern Renovation
Stillo Construction Ltd.Stillo Construction Ltd.
This is an example of a large traditional back custom shaped hot tub in Toronto with natural stone paving.
Coolwater
Coolwater
AquaTerra OutdoorsAquaTerra Outdoors
With our vision of transforming their former look into a clean, fresh “Santa Barbara” style, the clients gave us permission to proceed with a new pool and outdoor kitchen design, as well as a new fire pit, additional landscaping and enhanced lighting. Additionally, Aquaterra updated the outdoor appliances, fans, security light fixtures and re-routed some ugly electrical lines. Wade Griffith Photography
Large Residential Addition
Large Residential Addition
Built Tough Construction of North GeorgiaBuilt Tough Construction of North Georgia
Inspiration for a large classic back custom shaped hot tub in Atlanta with concrete slabs.
Mestang Park
Mestang Park
AquaTerra OutdoorsAquaTerra Outdoors
Wade Griffith
Photo of a small traditional back custom shaped swimming pool in Dallas with concrete slabs.

Traditional Custom Shaped Swimming Pool Ideas and Designs

A traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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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