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Traditional Kidney-shaped Swimming Pool Ideas and Designs

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Distinguished Pools
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Distinguished Pools
Inspiration for a large traditional back kidney-shaped hot tub in San Diego with concrete slabs.
House on the Hill
House on the Hill
Georgia Zikas DesignGeorgia Zikas Design
Youthful tradition for a bustling young family. Refined and elegant, deliberate and thoughtful — with outdoor living fun.
Design ideas for a classic back kidney-shaped natural swimming pool in Other with natural stone paving.
North Dallas Elegance
North Dallas Elegance
Alterra Landscape DesignAlterra Landscape Design
This is an example of a large classic back kidney-shaped hot tub in Dallas with concrete paving.
Craftsman Pool
Craftsman Pool
This is an example of a medium sized classic back kidney-shaped lengths hot tub in Other with tiled flooring.
Water Elements
Water Elements
Elise Landscapes & Nursery, LLCElise Landscapes & Nursery, LLC
Design ideas for a large classic back kidney-shaped natural swimming pool in New York with natural stone paving and a water feature.
Luxury Pools & Spas
Luxury Pools & Spas
Signature Pools & PatiosSignature Pools & Patios
Medium sized classic back kidney-shaped lengths hot tub in Other with natural stone paving.
Poolscape
Poolscape
Holmes Fine GardensHolmes Fine Gardens
Our goal was to soften the hardscape of the pool area by bringing planting perennials and trees.
Inspiration for a medium sized classic back kidney-shaped swimming pool in Bridgeport with with pool landscaping.
Newport Project
Newport Project
Stoney Brook LandscapingStoney Brook Landscaping
Photo of a medium sized traditional back kidney-shaped lengths swimming pool in San Diego with tiled flooring.
Milton Free-Formed Swimming Pool
Milton Free-Formed Swimming Pool
Boyce Design + BuildBoyce Design + Build
The custom natural free-formed swimming pool and stacked stone spa with spillover features irregular flagstone coping and pool patio with Belgard Lafitt rustic pavers. The outdoor living area provides covered and uncovered living space. The terrace level deck includes an outdoor living room seating area and a custom outdoor kitchen and bar that overlooks the natural free-formed swimming pool.
Greenville, SC | Maxwell Farm Gallery IV
Greenville, SC | Maxwell Farm Gallery IV
Goodwin Foust Custom Homes, LLCGoodwin Foust Custom Homes, LLC
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional back kidney-shaped lengths hot tub in Other with tiled flooring.
Sierra Nevada Retreat
Sierra Nevada Retreat
Swan Pools Southern CaliforniaSwan Pools Southern California
Medium sized traditional back kidney-shaped lengths hot tub in Orange County with concrete slabs.
Stone Pro Pool
Stone Pro Pool
Caprock Hardscape SupplyCaprock Hardscape Supply
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional back kidney-shaped natural swimming pool in Dallas with a water feature and natural stone paving.
Private XL hot tub and landscape.
Private XL hot tub and landscape.
Artisan Landscapes and PoolsArtisan Landscapes and Pools
Raspberry Pixie Day Lily provides a great addition to the yellow zagreb coreopsis and white flowers, shasta daisy, on the opposite side. matt meaney @ Artisan landscapes and pools
Midtown Custom Pool House
Midtown Custom Pool House
UserUser
Photo of a medium sized classic back kidney-shaped natural swimming pool in Atlanta with a pool house and concrete paving.
Newton Pool
Newton Pool
Sudbury Design GroupSudbury Design Group
A mountain lake style pool nestles into this West Newton property surrounded by lush plantings and colorful annual and perennial boarders. An ample entertaining space lends itself to summer enjoyment. Richard Mandelkorn Photography
The Windy Ridge House
The Windy Ridge House
Green Tech HousesGreen Tech Houses
1988 traditional suburbia cookie cutter home that was fully remodeled with character and attitude.
Large classic back kidney-shaped lengths hot tub in Houston with concrete slabs.
Country Estate gets an Outdoor Makeover
Country Estate gets an Outdoor Makeover
Betz Pools LimitedBetz Pools Limited
The luxury cabana is heated and airconditioned for year-round use. It features a spacious lounge area with a modern sectional and dining table for eight. The large media screen and elegant linear flame gas fireplace are focal points for entertaining. The vaulted ceiling in clear tongue and groove cedar is of finest quality.
Hillside Pool
Hillside Pool
Parker County PoolsParker County Pools
Inspiration for a large classic back kidney-shaped lengths swimming pool in Dallas with a water feature and concrete slabs.
Exceptional Entertainers Oasis
Exceptional Entertainers Oasis
Prime RealtyPrime Realty
Maddox Photography
Inspiration for a large traditional back kidney-shaped natural swimming pool in Los Angeles with a water feature and natural stone paving.
Hill plaster, tile & new baja shlef job.
Hill plaster, tile & new baja shlef job.
JSQ IMPROVEMENTSJSQ IMPROVEMENTS
james Queen
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional back kidney-shaped lengths swimming pool in Orange County with stamped concrete.

Traditional Kidney-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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