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Weis Spa - Arbor Project
Weis Spa - Arbor Project
Sunstone Pools & Outdoor LivingSunstone Pools & Outdoor Living
18" Raised Spa with Silvermist Coping and Veneer with Colorado River Rock Waterfeature
This is an example of a small world-inspired back custom shaped natural hot tub in Dallas with stamped concrete.
Award winning 800 sf Pool
Award winning 800 sf Pool
Artisan Landscapes and PoolsArtisan Landscapes and Pools
Matt Meaney @ Artisan Landscapes and Pools
Inspiration for a medium sized world-inspired back custom shaped swimming pool in New York with a water feature and natural stone paving.
Southlake Tropical Oasis - Pool, Spa & Cabana
Southlake Tropical Oasis - Pool, Spa & Cabana
Mike Farley Pool Designer, SWD, ASLAMike Farley Pool Designer, SWD, ASLA
The clients had just bought the home and loved the inside but not the outside. They did not want the formal setting with Greek busts. Since remodeling the old pool would have restricted the new, they had it removed so they could start from scratch. Their favorite setting was much more organic with a cabana, fireplace, and an outdoor kitchen. The house needed an addition with an entertainment media room, cigar room and pool bath. Privacy was achieved by adding a cabana on the north side with a full stone wall. The spa needed to be close to the master bedroom and have visibility of the flat screen television in the cabana. The spa is flush with the upper patio so not to block the view of the pool. A natural boulder stream connects the pool and spa. To soften the house planting is between the cabana and house. Decks and coping are Travertine. Pebblesheen color is Ocean Blue. Access to the cabana was located between the spa and the pool on the floating pad. Remote controlled fire features accent both ends of the boulders. Retaining walls were built behind the waterfall to bring the grade up so plantings looked more natural and waterfalls appeared to come out of the hillside. The cabana features were to create three zones. It does not matter the season or time of day, this space provides the family's perfect outside setting to enjoy each other. Project designed by Mike Farley. Check out Mike's Reference Site at FarleyPoolDesigns.com for more info and videos.
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Tropical Pool
Tropical Pool
Photo of a world-inspired custom shaped swimming pool in Tampa.
Brancucci
Brancucci
Hive Outdoor LivingHive Outdoor Living
Location: Location: Tampa, FL, USA Hive Outdoor Living Wet Edge Pearl Matrix finish, Flagstone brick deck and coping, custom Tennessee flat rock waterfalls, outdoor kitchen with custom concrete countertops, stone Hardscape ledge stone, FireMagic grill and appliances.
Waterfall & Spa With Beach Entry
Waterfall & Spa With Beach Entry
Keith Zars PoolsKeith Zars Pools
Pool with waterfall and a spa spillover. This pool is in New Braunfels, Texas.
Photo of a medium sized world-inspired back custom shaped natural hot tub in Austin with natural stone paving.
Admirals Cove Spec - 119
Admirals Cove Spec - 119
Turtle Beach Construction & RemodelingTurtle Beach Construction & Remodeling
Inspiration for a world-inspired swimming pool in Miami.
Coral Gables, Florida Home
Coral Gables, Florida Home
Eva Quateman InteriorsEva Quateman Interiors
Steven Brooke Studios
Inspiration for a medium sized world-inspired back private and rectangular natural swimming pool in Miami with concrete paving.
Tropical Pool
Tropical Pool
World-inspired custom shaped natural swimming pool in Los Angeles with natural stone paving and a water feature.
Waterfront House - Pelican Waters
Waterfront House - Pelican Waters
Christopher DesignChristopher Design
The central courtyard with sandy beach photo by David Kekwick
Inspiration for a world-inspired custom shaped natural swimming pool in Sunshine Coast.
SJR HOUSE
SJR HOUSE
esra kazmirci mimarlikesra kazmirci mimarlik
Photo of a world-inspired swimming pool in Other.
The Amber Pool by Alvarez Homes - Tampa Florida Home Builders - (813) 701-3299
The Amber Pool by Alvarez Homes - Tampa Florida Home Builders - (813) 701-3299
Alvarez HomesAlvarez Homes
Home builders in Tampa, Alvarez Homes designed The Amber model home. At Alvarez Homes, we have been catering to our clients' every design need since 1983. Every custom home that we build is a one-of-a-kind artful original. Give us a call at (813) 969-3033 to find out more. Photography by Jorge Alvarez.
Beach House, Nacar. Faro Escondido,Costa Rica
Beach House, Nacar. Faro Escondido,Costa Rica
MGC Servicios de ArquitecturaMGC Servicios de Arquitectura
Arq. Marcia Gonzalez C
Photo of a world-inspired swimming pool in Other.
Roswell Pool and Spa
Roswell Pool and Spa
Hearthstone Luxury Pools + OutdoorsHearthstone Luxury Pools + Outdoors
This was a challenging and exciting project to design and build. The freeform swimming pool is nestled into an existing slope along with two sweeping retaining walls. One of the walls serves as bench seating around the gas-burning stone fire pit. A raised stone spa spills into the pool directly beside the in-water lounging area or "sunshelf". The old deck was completely torn off and was replaced with a Western Red Cedar masterpiece supported on 4 stacked stone columns.
Mariel
Mariel
Silver Sea HomesSilver Sea Homes
Inspiration for a world-inspired custom shaped swimming pool in Orlando.
grottos
grottos
Marquise PoolsMarquise Pools
custom gunite tree that conceals the metal supports for the grotto roof span tree stumps are the bar stools for the table below (gunite textured) MMG you are pretty good baby !!!
Aquarius - Custom Swimming Pool - Flower Mound, TX
Aquarius - Custom Swimming Pool - Flower Mound, TX
One Specialty Landscape Design, Pools & HardscapeOne Specialty Landscape Design, Pools & Hardscape
Natural style swimming pool in Flower Mound, TX with custom rock waterfalls and swimming pool landscaping. Grass strips break up the salt finish concrete patio. http://www.onespecialty.com/aquarius-luxury-swimming-pool-flower-mound/
Saddle River NJ - Swimming Pool Lighting
Saddle River NJ - Swimming Pool Lighting
Cipriano Landscape Design & Custom Swimming PoolsCipriano Landscape Design & Custom Swimming Pools
This Saddle River NJ project showcases a magnificent backyard attraction that features some of the most unique luxury pool amenities imaginable. The 1,500 square-foot swimming pool includes fiber optic lighting, iridescent glass tile finishes, and four waterfalls. The mountainous structure beyond the pool mixes natural and artificial stone to form these four waterfalls across the rock face. The waterfalls combine to move 1,400 gallons of water per minute into the swimming pool. Stretching across one whole side of the NJ pool, this massive rock formation holds all of the back yard’s hidden treasures
Pool Design
Pool Design
MJM Design Group, Inc.MJM Design Group, Inc.
World-inspired custom shaped natural swimming pool in Tampa.

World-Inspired Swimming Pool Ideas and Designs

A world-inspired 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 world-inspired 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 world-inspired 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 world-inspired 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 world-inspired 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 world-inspired 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.
Tropical Beach Entry Pool
Tropical Beach Entry Pool
BRADANINI & ASSOCIATESBRADANINI & ASSOCIATES
Photo of a world-inspired natural swimming pool in San Francisco.
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