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Affordable Traditional Swimming Pool Ideas and Designs

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Soake Plunge Pool
Soake Plunge Pool
Soake PoolsSoake Pools
This concrete plunge pool installation and finish work involved a collaboration between Soake Pools and Woodburn and Company. Photo credit Vicky Martel, Woodburn and Company
Decks, Patios and pools
Decks, Patios and pools
WoodfieldWoodfield
Pavilion with fireplace, Pizza oven and outdoor Kitchen.
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional back rectangular lengths swimming pool in Baltimore with a pool house and stamped concrete.
Burr Ridge, IL Swimming Pool, Spa, Sunshelf with Automatic Pool Cover
Burr Ridge, IL Swimming Pool, Spa, Sunshelf with Automatic Pool Cover
Platinum PoolcarePlatinum Poolcare
Request Free Quote This Swimming Pool and Hot Tub in Burr Ridge IL measures 20'0" x 40'0", and the spa which is inside the pool measures 7'0" x 8'0". Both bodies of water are covered by an automatic pool safety cover. The sunshelf measures 5'0" x 11'0" and has connected steps for entry and exit. The coping is Valders Wisconsin limestone as well as the decking. The pool interior is French Gray. Photos by Larry Huene
Completed Projects
Completed Projects
Coral Pool'sCoral Pool's
Small classic back custom shaped natural swimming pool in San Francisco with natural stone paving and a water feature.
My Projects
My Projects
H2O Pools & Custom Design LLCH2O Pools & Custom Design LLC
Photo of a small traditional back l-shaped lengths hot tub in Other with concrete paving.
18' Round Above ground pool with deck and pond - Harleysville, PA
18' Round Above ground pool with deck and pond - Harleysville, PA
Built Right PoolsBuilt Right Pools
Design ideas for a small classic back above ground swimming pool in Philadelphia.
Remodels
Remodels
SC POOLSSC POOLS
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional back rectangular natural swimming pool in Los Angeles with a water feature and stamped concrete.
Transitional Interiors in Purchase, NY
Transitional Interiors in Purchase, NY
Georgio HomeGeorgio Home
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional back rectangular lengths hot tub in New York with natural stone paving.
Portfolio
Portfolio
Sonoran Landscape DesignSonoran Landscape Design
Photo of a small classic back custom shaped hot tub in San Diego.
Fun Projects
Fun Projects
Daniel J. Olson Construction, Inc.Daniel J. Olson Construction, Inc.
Design ideas for a medium sized classic indoor rectangular hot tub in Seattle.
Asheville, NC Custom Fiberglass Pool
Asheville, NC Custom Fiberglass Pool
Waterworks Pool & SpaWaterworks Pool & Spa
san juan fiberglass pool
Design ideas for a large traditional back rectangular lengths swimming pool in Other with concrete slabs.
Oakland Park Lot 69
Oakland Park Lot 69
J&J BuildingJ&J Building
Inspiration for a small classic back rectangular above ground hot tub in Orlando with brick paving.
Radiant Round Semi In Ground Pool with Pavers
Radiant Round Semi In Ground Pool with Pavers
Pools & Spas a Go GoPools & Spas a Go Go
24' Radiant semi inground pool with pavers
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional back custom shaped above ground swimming pool in Detroit with brick paving.
The Venice
The Venice
UserUser
This is an example of a large classic back custom shaped natural hot tub in Orlando with natural stone paving.
Pool design with Travertine and Bluestone inlay
Pool design with Travertine and Bluestone inlay
Sexton’s Landscape Concepts, Inc.Sexton’s Landscape Concepts, Inc.
M. Sexton
Photo of a large traditional back rectangular swimming pool in Chicago with a water feature and tiled flooring.
Oakbrook, IL Raised Stone Hot Tub
Oakbrook, IL Raised Stone Hot Tub
Platinum PoolcarePlatinum Poolcare
Request Free Quote This inground swimming pool and hot tub in Oakbrook, IL measures 20'0" x 45'0", and the hot tub measures 8'0" x 8'0". The Thermal Shelf is 6'0" x 20'0". Valder's Wisconsin Limestone coping caps the swimming pool and hot tub. In-floor cleaning system and automatic swimming pool safety cover with custom walk-on stone lid system provide efficiency and safety. Photos by Larry Huene
Freeform projects
Freeform projects
Atlanta Outdoor Designs, Inc.Atlanta Outdoor Designs, Inc.
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional back custom shaped swimming pool in Atlanta with a water feature and natural stone paving.
Vinings Project - Atlanta
Vinings Project - Atlanta
Sandals Luxury Pools, Inc.Sandals Luxury Pools, Inc.
Custom inground swimming pool with custom waterfall and belgard pavers. Sandals Luxury Pools, Inc
This is an example of a small traditional back custom shaped natural swimming pool in Atlanta with natural stone paving.
Traditional Elements - Ambler, PA
Traditional Elements - Ambler, PA
Armond Aquatech PoolsArmond Aquatech Pools
Plunge Pool
Photo of a small traditional back custom shaped swimming pool in Philadelphia with a water feature and natural stone paving.
EXAMPLES OF PROJECTS
EXAMPLES OF PROJECTS
Blue Wagon Synthetic Turf Supply (Peninsula)Blue Wagon Synthetic Turf Supply (Peninsula)
Synthetic turf around pool. Great for year round no water or maintenance use.
Photo of a large classic back rectangular natural swimming pool in San Francisco with with pool landscaping.

Affordable Traditional 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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