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Expansive World-Inspired Swimming Pool Ideas and Designs

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Georgia Classic PoolGeorgia Classic Pool
Georgia Classic Pool is the Premier Custom Inground Swimming Pool Designer and Builders serving the north metro Atlanta Georgia area. We specialize in building amazing outdoor living spaces. Our award winning swimming pool projects are the focal point of your backyard. We can design and build your cabana, arbor, pergola or outdoor kitchen. Outdoor Living can be achieved year-round in the Atlanta area and we are here to help you get the very most out of your backyard living space.
Pool Patio
Pool Patio
Angela Reynolds DesignsAngela Reynolds Designs
Grotto's and Waterfalls
Grotto's and Waterfalls
Gentili Custom PoolsGentili Custom Pools
Tioga Pool
Tioga Pool
Caprock Hardscape SupplyCaprock Hardscape Supply
Tropical Oasis-As Seen On Animal Planet-The Pool Master
Tropical Oasis-As Seen On Animal Planet-The Pool Master
Pool Environments, Inc.Pool Environments, Inc.
Complete natural stone outdoor oasis featuring pool, separate 10 person spa, koi pond, grotto, waterfalls, island and cabana. Featured on Discovery Animal Planets show The Pool Master.
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.
Pools by Eagle Luxury Properties
Pools by Eagle Luxury Properties
Eagle Luxury PropertiesEagle Luxury Properties
Eagle Luxury Properties
Mauna Kea Pool and Bar
Mauna Kea Pool and Bar
Taleah Smith DesignTaleah Smith Design
Beverly Hills - Naturalistic Pool
Beverly Hills - Naturalistic Pool
Ultimate Water Creations Inc.Ultimate Water Creations Inc.
Glen Ellen Paradise
Glen Ellen Paradise
Gary McDonald and Son Inc.Gary McDonald and Son Inc.
Gary McDonald
Bali Style
Bali Style
Distinguished PoolsDistinguished Pools
YRA Design Inc.
YRA Design Inc.
YRA Design IncYRA Design Inc
Rock Steps for Tropical Pool With Rock Steps in Palm Beach County Florida
Rock Steps for Tropical Pool With Rock Steps in Palm Beach County Florida
Van Kirk & Sons Pools and SpasVan Kirk & Sons Pools and Spas
This lagoon freeform pool with rock steps in Palm Beach County Florida is a Tropical paradise! With is lush plant life surrounding the pool, LED lights and custom tiled spa, this backyard is ready for action!
Norwell Residence 2 (2018)
Norwell Residence 2 (2018)
SSG Pools & Spas, Inc.SSG Pools & Spas, Inc.
Estate - Utah County - (44)
Estate - Utah County - (44)
Magleby ConstructionMagleby Construction
Secluded Stonebridge Paradis
Secluded Stonebridge Paradis
Morehead PoolsMorehead Pools
Bali Style
Bali Style
Distinguished PoolsDistinguished Pools
What more could you want
Tropical Pool
Tropical Pool
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.
If the walk-through grotto doesn’t make this one of the best lagoons in Florida, there is a fire pit peninsula between the lounge chairs on the sun shelf and the in-pool seating cove next to the oversize spa to maximize the space. Photo: Geza Darrah
World's Greatest Pools
World's Greatest Pools
Georgia Classic PoolGeorgia Classic Pool
This project was selected to World's Greatest Pools by Pebble Technology 2015. Photo by Joshua Dover

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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