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Expansive World-Inspired Swimming Pool Ideas and Designs

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1790 South Ocean Boulevard | Manalapan, FL | Intracoastal Estate | $29.5 Million
1790 South Ocean Boulevard | Manalapan, FL | Intracoastal Estate | $29.5 Million
Pascal Liguori & SonPascal Liguori & Son
Kukuiula Home
Kukuiula Home
Pu'uwai Design & ConstructionPu'uwai Design & Construction
The indoor outdoor layout of this tropical retreat creates the perfect ambiance for backyard entertaining. Sliding glass doors pocket into either side of the open living room, master bedroom, and dining so all the spaces become one in this tropical design. The white patio furniture creates comfortable spaces for lounging poolside and the orange lanai cushions give a nod to the ocean with their fun coral print.
Custom Rock Waterfall Pool with Stone Grotto, Stream and Tiki Hut
Custom Rock Waterfall Pool with Stone Grotto, Stream and Tiki Hut
Lucas Lagoons Inc.Lucas Lagoons Inc.
Climb the grotto rocks and jump into the swimming pool, or meander on to the tiki hut. Once in the pool, the the swim up ledge in the grotto can be accessed from the pool’s sun shelf and is large enough to stand in. Photo: Geza Darrah
Tropical Oasis
Tropical Oasis
Texas PoolsTexas Pools
Tropical pool with fire features
Tropical pool with fire features
Cameo PoolsCameo Pools
Honolua Ridge, Maui, Residence
Honolua Ridge, Maui, Residence
Rick Ryniak ArchitectsRick Ryniak Architects
Mark Ammen
Island Retreat
Island Retreat
Craig Reynolds Landscape ArchitectureCraig Reynolds Landscape Architecture
Stephen Dunn
Barrington Hills Swimming Pool, Hot Tub, Sunken Bar and Slide
Barrington Hills Swimming Pool, Hot Tub, Sunken Bar and Slide
Platinum PoolcarePlatinum Poolcare
Request Free Quote This outdoor living space in Barrington Hills, IL has it all. The swimming pool measures 1,520 square feet, and is 3'6" to 10'0" deep. The hot tub measures 7'0" x 13'0" and is equipped with 16 hydrotherapy heads. Both pool and spa have colored LED lights. The spa has an automatic cover with stone lid system. Adjacent to the hot tub is a sunken bar with kitchen and grill, covered with a thatch palapa. The sunken bar doubles as a serving area for the 5 underwater bar stools within the pool. There is a sunshelf in the shallow area of the pool measuring 125 square feet that has 5 LED lit bubbler water features. There are two sets of shallow end steps attached to the sunshelf. The custom slide is constructed on a stacked stone structure which provides a large stone step system for entry. The pool and hot tub coping is Valders Wisconsin Limestone in Buff color, Sandblast finish with a modified squared edge. The pool has an in-floor automatic cleaning system. The interior surface is French Gray exposed aggregate finish. The pool is also equipped with Volleyball and Basketball systems.
Relaxing Retreat
Relaxing Retreat
Morehead PoolsMorehead Pools
Atlanta Backyard Vacation
Atlanta Backyard Vacation
Georgia Classic PoolGeorgia Classic Pool
Josh Dover - Designer and Photographer of another amazing backyard that literally has it all when it comes to luxury and custom features. This pool project has an upper and lower pool (literally 2 pools), an infinity edge, concrete slide, natural boulder water feature, and a lowered area seating section which is rather unique. It also has a complete outdoor kitchen and complimented with an upgraded silver travertine pavers and wonderful landscape to top it off. Why go on vacation when you can walk right into your back yard.
Villa "Olive"
Villa "Olive"
PECARD ARCHITECTE SAS François PECARDPECARD ARCHITECTE SAS François PECARD
Little Harbor Haven
Little Harbor Haven
W Design InteriorsW Design Interiors
Pool Deck
Pool Deck
European Marble Company, Inc.European Marble Company, Inc.
Our Work
Our Work
Blue Sky PoolsBlue Sky Pools
Everyday is a staycation with this custom built luxurious resort style pool in your backyard! From the beach entry with bubbling fountains, swim up bar with in water bar stools, lazy river, natural stone spa, flowing rock water fall, and fire pit, this is a pool that your family and friends will love and enjoy for years... even your mother-in-law wont want to leave!
Overview
Overview
Modern West, Inc.Modern West, Inc.
Signature | Baywood: Transitional yet luxurious home design with generous layout
Signature | Baywood: Transitional yet luxurious home design with generous layout
Divco Custom HomesDivco Custom Homes
Leading Edge - St. Clair Fiberglass Swimming Pool
Leading Edge - St. Clair Fiberglass Swimming Pool
MIDWEST POOLS INC.MIDWEST POOLS INC.
The Captain's Reserve - Sold in 2 days!!
The Captain's Reserve - Sold in 2 days!!
BCB Homes, Inc.BCB Homes, Inc.
Lori Hamilton
Hawaii Beach House
Hawaii Beach House
Michelle Pheasant Design, Inc.Michelle Pheasant Design, Inc.
David Duncan Livingston
Bayview Project, Kona, Hawai'i
Bayview Project, Kona, Hawai'i
Greg Putman ConstructionGreg Putman Construction
lanai on opposite side of living spaces with infinity pool and hot tub surrounded by lava rock; outdoor kitchen for entertaining with space for entertaining and dining

Expansive 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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