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Stephen Dunn
Photo of a small world-inspired back custom shaped lengths swimming pool in Miami with a water feature and tiled flooring.

Plano - Pool, Spa, Fire Pit, & Attached Roof

Ortus Exteriors

Ortus Exteriors worked closely with the homeowner of this beautiful Plano home to design and build a custom pool and patio. The pool finish shows PebbleSheen's Aqua Blue color and an elevated wall for a rain descent waterfall and planters. The exposed cedar attached roof allowed for a large patio extension and a natural gas fire pit with gorgeous blue crushed glass to accent the water. We design and build luxury swimming pools and outdoor living areas the way YOU want it. We focus on all-encompassing projects that transform your land into a custom outdoor oasis. Ortus Exteriors is an authorized Belgard contractor, and we are accredited with the Better Business Bureau.

Plantation Estates

KAHE Construction

Photo of a large world-inspired back rectangular infinity hot tub in Hawaii with concrete slabs.

Aménagement d'une terrasse avec piscine

Monsalve Paysagiste

entreprise monsalve
Design ideas for a medium sized world-inspired swimming pool in Toulouse.

Tropical

Creekside Pool and Spas

Photo of a medium sized world-inspired back lengths hot tub in Orange County with natural stone paving.

Los Angeles Modern Cascade Garden Pool

Poolside Gardens, Inc.

Inspiration for a medium sized world-inspired back rectangular lengths swimming pool in Los Angeles with a water feature.

Cocon exotique au coeur de la ville

In-Vivo Paysage

Inspiration for a small world-inspired courtyard swimming pool in Bordeaux with decking.

Rocklin Pool

Premier Pools and Spas- Sacramento

This is an example of a large world-inspired back custom shaped swimming pool in Sacramento with a water slide and stamped concrete.

2015 Swimming Pools

Atlantis Pools & Spas, LLC

Design ideas for a large world-inspired back custom shaped natural swimming pool in Atlanta with a water slide and stamped concrete.

Kahala Home

WhiteSpace Architects

Inspiration for a large world-inspired back custom shaped natural hot tub in Hawaii with natural stone paving.

沖縄の隠れ家別荘 LECEB

株式会社SAYAN

高級VILLA一棟貸しの宿泊施設。内装のデザイン、家具の調達に加え、コンセプトデザイン、ロゴデザインなど一から作り上げました。宿泊施設内で使用する、照明や洗面ボウルなどは沖縄産である事を重要視し、沖縄で手に入るものはなるべく揃えました。また、様々はバリ島などの高級リゾートホテルに、10年以上通い続けていたことで、国際的なリゾート地のスタンダードをサービス面で表現できるように考えました。地元の方達の助けもかりながら、成長し続けるリゾートでありたいと思います。

Tropical Pool

Alan D. Holt, A.S.L.A., Landscape Architect

An amazing space envisioned by the Client and completed by a great team. An Ipe deck flows to the edge of the pool. The reclaimed brick wall and walkway give a sense that the space is much older. Several varieties of palms and flowering shrubs create an oasis with year-round color.

Custom Luxury Pool with Swim-Up Bar

Atlantis Luxury Pools

Inspiration for a large world-inspired back custom shaped swimming pool in Other with a water feature and gravel.

Eastport , Annapolis Oasis

Stewart Landscape

Stewart landscape from Annapolis designed and used local stone from Western Maryland This integrated spa design is created by a raised spa is located at the perimeter of the swimming pool and appears to be part of the pool’s overall shape. These types of spas can be built into a side ,corner , or end of the pool, It all depends on the pool shape and utilities. location The two bodies of water are usually separated by a spillway / water fall which can be turned off to keep the cold pool water from seeping into the heated spa.. Photo by Jay stearns

Award winning 800 sf Pool

Artisan 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

Mike 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.

The Amber Pool by Alvarez Homes - Tampa Florida Home Builders - (813) 701-3299

Alvarez 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.

Previous Work

Brison Pools

This is an example of a large world-inspired back kidney-shaped lengths swimming pool in Los Angeles with a water feature and natural stone paving.

2015 Swimming Pools

Atlantis Pools & Spas, LLC

This is an example of a large world-inspired back custom shaped natural swimming pool in Atlanta with a water slide and decking.

Tropical Retreat

SURROUNDS Landscape Architecture + Construction

Landscape Architect: Howard Cohen Photography by: Brandon Rossen Pool finish is PebbleSheen Ocean Blue.
Inspiration for a large world-inspired back swimming pool in DC Metro with a water feature.

Premium 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.

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