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Modern Back Swimming Pool Ideas and Designs

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Flinders Ranch
Flinders Ranch
Destination LivingDestination Living
The brief for this project was for the house to be at one with its surroundings. Integrating harmoniously into its coastal setting a focus for the house was to open it up to allow the light and sea breeze to breathe through the building. The first floor seems almost to levitate above the landscape by minimising the visual bulk of the ground floor through the use of cantilevers and extensive glazing. The contemporary lines and low lying form echo the rolling country in which it resides.
Bay Front Property
Bay Front Property
Tipton Spires Design|BuildTipton Spires Design|Build
Luxury bay front waterfront property with a geometric contemporary pool, vanishing edge, lower basin, vanishing edge hot tub, custom tile, large format natural stone decking, artificial turf banding and a coastal landscape. A custom koi pond in the front entry creates an elegant entrance to thehome.
Elegance 20x40 Porcelain Pavers
Elegance 20x40 Porcelain Pavers
Astro MasonryAstro Masonry
Southlake Modern
Southlake Modern
Randy Angell DesignsRandy Angell Designs
Streamline Elegance
Streamline Elegance
Formation Landscapes Pty LtdFormation Landscapes Pty Ltd
Modern Pool
Modern Pool
Losken Pool
Losken Pool
Georgian Landscape DesignGeorgian Landscape Design
Complete Landscape Makeover including pool and spa, walls, pavers, artificial turf and plants!
Small Modern Pool
Small Modern Pool
Big Rock LandscapingBig Rock Landscaping
Take an evening dip or enjoy your morning coffee poolside in this small, modern backyard pool.
Urban Swimming Pool Project
Urban Swimming Pool Project
Little Miracles Designs - TorontoLittle Miracles Designs - Toronto
A client, an avid swimmer, wanted an exercise pool / spa installed and garden landscaped. Garden has contemporary touches yet classical layout. Clipped hedges match the shape and dimensions of the Ipe benches. Corten borders keep the compact garden in check and easy to maintain.
Great Oaks Tiny Pool
Great Oaks Tiny Pool
Texas Tiny PoolsTexas Tiny Pools
The design of the Great Oaks Tiny Pool was inspired by the home’s beautiful clean lines and minimalist aesthetic. A light plaster pairs with a white glass waterline tile to create a crisp look. The interior of the pool features a sun shelf and benches, and our sliding deck helps maximize yard space when the family’s not swimming.
Great Oaks Tiny Pool
Great Oaks Tiny Pool
Texas Tiny PoolsTexas Tiny Pools
The design of the Great Oaks Tiny Pool was inspired by the home’s beautiful clean lines and minimalist aesthetic. A light plaster pairs with a white glass waterline tile to create a crisp look. The interior of the pool features a sun shelf and benches, and our sliding deck helps maximize yard space when the family’s not swimming.
Poolside Cabana
Poolside Cabana
Garden EnviGarden Envi
The Cedar Ceiling cladded roof looks fantastic with the Spotted Gum feature beams and posts!
Custom Pool
Custom Pool
Big Rock LandscapingBig Rock Landscaping
Luxury doesn't have to equal tons of space. In fact, the inherent parameters of a small yard are a fun design challenge for the team at Big Rock Landscaping. Using neutral tones, clean lines, and a simple design, this small contemporary pool has lots of impact with ease.
Beverly Hills Modern
Beverly Hills Modern
Lori Dennis, ASID, LEED APLori Dennis, ASID, LEED AP
This modern rectangular pool incorporates both a spa and beach style shallow lounge area. A waterfall wall offers soothing sounds to relax to while lounging poolside. Built in plaster planter boxes and white plaster walls surround the luxe backyard escape.
Strelska/Swanson Residence
Strelska/Swanson Residence
One Source Outdoors/One LandscapeOne Source Outdoors/One Landscape
Lake view severely sloped shallow lot
Lake view severely sloped shallow lot
DesignscapesDesignscapes
Dallas Small Modern Pool, Flush Spa with Safety Fence
Dallas Small Modern Pool, Flush Spa with Safety Fence
Mike Farley Pool Designer, SWD, ASLAMike Farley Pool Designer, SWD, ASLA
Dallas small yard - beautiful modern pool project with outdoor living and a putting green designed by Mike Farley. Pool is surrounded by a safety fence. FarleyPoolDesigns.com
Lakeside Modern Luxury
Lakeside Modern Luxury
Keith Zars PoolsKeith Zars Pools
This beautiful, modern lakefront pool features a negative edge perfectly highlighting gorgeous sunset views over the lake water. An over-sized sun shelf with bubblers, negative edge spa, rain curtain in the gazebo, and two fire bowls create a stunning serene space.
Clayton Modern
Clayton Modern
Randy Angell DesignsRandy Angell Designs
Mount Hawthorn Plunge Pool
Mount Hawthorn Plunge Pool
NaturesqueNaturesque

Modern Back Swimming Pool Ideas and Designs

A modern 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 modern 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 modern 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 modern 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 modern 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 modern 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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