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What are my swimming pool design options?
When building or remodelling your pool, start by mapping out the available space. Depending on the location of the space, consider what size, shape and style might work best for your home. If you have a large space in your garden or rooftop, you can explore outdoor swimming pool designs. Keep in mind, outdoor pools not only take up a lot of space but can be expensive to install and maintain. If you don’t quite have the space or budget for a large swimming pool design, there are plenty of small pool designs and ideas to work with like a simple plunge pool or a rectangular lap pool for a narrow space. Plunge pools can easily run along a boundary wall or down the side of your house. These options are fairly low maintenance and might do a double duty as a swim spa but remember to take into account the drainage and safety features required.
Indoor swimming pools include hot tubs, jacuzzis and above grounds pools. These are relatively easy to plan and install. Most of these units are readily available making them cost effective and moveable. If you opt for one of these be sure to ensure you have proper storage for the unit when it is not in use.
What material should I use for my pool or jacuzzi?
The quality of your materials can easily dictate the life of your swimming pool. Although vinyl is the cheapest option, it also is the least durable. Concrete and fibreglass are popular, sturdy options, while metal above ground units last longer than plastic ones. Liven up concrete or fibreglass, and the overall appeal of swimming pools, by adding a colourful mosaic tile border or interesting stone to create patterns. If the swimming pool is in your garden, use a natural-looking material to seamlessly integrate the pool into your landscape, or opt for an infinity edge with a view if you a rooftop pool.
What swimming pool accessories can I add?
Swimming pools and hot tubs are naturally soothing and fun, but you can still take your pool to the next level with a few add-ons. Install a diving board or slide to make swimming more enjoyable, and add floats and toys, especially if you have kids using the pool. Also don’t forget to add seating and sun protection, like lounges and umbrellas; this will ensure everyone can enjoy the swimming pool, even if they aren’t in it.
Whether you want inspiration for planning a swimming pool renovation or are building a designer swimming pool from scratch, Houzz has 2,96,266 images from the best designers, decorators, and architects in the country, including Richard Lusk Landscape and Design and studio g ARCHITECTURE. Look through swimming pool photos in different colours and styles and when you find a swimming pool design that inspires you, save it to an Ideabook or contact the Pro who made it happen to see what kind of design ideas they have for your home. Explore the beautiful swimming pool ideas photo gallery and find out exactly why Houzz is the best experience for home renovation and design.
I like this floor a lot! - gautam_gupta68
Pool oasis in Atlanta with large deck. The pool finish is Pebble Sheen by Pebble Tec, the dimensions are 8' wide x 50' long. The deck is Dasso XTR bamboo decking.
The platform and bench on the side - gautam_gupta68
Photo by Mark Boisclair
2012 Gold Nugget Award of Merit
(5,000-10,000 square feet)
dining area - ilag
Just completed pool without landscaping. Back gate still needs dark paint between panels. Pool color was perfect.
-TL McElhenie
Project Details: Located in Central Phoenix on an irrigated acre lot, the design of this newly constructed home embraces the modern farm style. A plant palette of traditional Old Phoenix includes hardy, ornamental varieties which are historically accurate for the neighborhood.
Landscape Architect: Greey|Pickett
Architect: Higgins Architects
Interior Designer: Barb Foley, Bouton & Foley Interiors
Photography: Ian Denker
Publications: Phoenix Home & Garden, September 2017
Super - anila_raju
Nick Gingold
Floor - gautam_gupta68
Winner of five awards in the Rough Hollow Parade of Homes, this 6,778 square foot home is an exquisite addition to the prestigious Lakeway neighborhood. The Santa Barbara style home features a welcoming colonnade, lush courtyard, beautiful casita, spacious master suite with a private outdoor covered terrace, and a unique Koi pond beginning underneath the wine room glass floor and continuing to the outdoor living area. In addition, the views of Lake Travis are unmatched throughout the home.
Photography by Coles Hairston
Winner of five awards in the Rough Hollow Parade of Homes, this 6,778 square foot home is an exquisite addition to the prestigious Lakeway neighborhood. The Santa Barbara style home features a welcoming colonnade, lush courtyard, beautiful casita, spacious master suite with a private outdoor covered terrace, and a unique Koi pond beginning underneath the wine room glass floor and continuing to the outdoor living area. In addition, the views of Lake Travis are unmatched throughout the home.
Photography by Coles Hairston
wish - gowthamtp
Amazing shut of a sunken spa within a pool
Spa and the platform in the pool next to it - gautam_gupta68