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Swimming Pool Ideas and Designs

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Westlake Hills-2
Westlake Hills-2
J Square ArchitectureJ Square Architecture
Patrick Wong
Clearview Pavilion
Clearview Pavilion
Amantea ArchitectsAmantea Architects
Artisan Summer Home 2023
Artisan Summer Home 2023
Swanson HomesSwanson Homes
Small Pool
Small Pool
Urbanscapes LLCUrbanscapes LLC
How to fit everything into a small back yard....Pool, entertaining and animal accommodation. Additionally our client wanted low maintenance low maintenance and a year round landscape. The artificial turf was an excellent choice for both low maintenance and pet friendly. To keep small areas of turf in pristine condition provided the conditions is highly unlikely, so the artificial turf was an obvious choice.
Haus WI in München
Haus WI in München
Jacob&Spreng Architekten GmbHJacob&Spreng Architekten GmbH
HAND MADE Italian TERRA-COTTA
HAND MADE Italian TERRA-COTTA
TridentumTridentum
Hand Made 16"x16" Italian Terracotta tiles and shaped pool coping.
M-22 House
M-22 House
Michael Fitzhugh ArchitectMichael Fitzhugh Architect
Dietrich Floeter Photography
DATO RESIDENCE
DATO RESIDENCE
Tate Studio ArchitectsTate Studio Architects
Pool view within the Dato Residence. Architect- Tate Studio Architects Interior- Anita Lang Builder- Marbella Homes, Inc. Photo- Thompson Photographic -
Naturalistic Pools with Grotto
Naturalistic Pools with Grotto
Ultimate Water Creations Inc.Ultimate Water Creations Inc.
Major grotto, waterslide, poolside bar areas, spa inside of cave, major waterfalls, 80 ft long waterslide, caverns
DDB DESIGN Exteriors & Pools
DDB DESIGN Exteriors & Pools
DDB Design Development & BuildingDDB Design Development & Building
Exteriors of DDB Design Development & Building Houses, Landscape Design by Landscape Architects, photography by Urban Angles.
Zilker Modern
Zilker Modern
Foursquare BuildersFoursquare Builders
Craftsman Pool
Craftsman Pool
SAUNA ROOM
SAUNA ROOM
Cedarbrook Sauna & SteamCedarbrook Sauna & Steam
Built in cedar sauna
Pool House
Pool House
Murray Legge ArchitectureMurray Legge Architecture
Photo Murray Legge
Contemporary Lap Pool in Newbury Park, CA
Contemporary Lap Pool in Newbury Park, CA
UserUser
Steve King | Architectural Imaging
Bespoke Interior Design
Bespoke Interior Design
UserUser
Sauna
Patio and Pool in Remodeling Long Beach, CA by A-List Builders
Patio and Pool in Remodeling Long Beach, CA by A-List Builders
A-List Builders Inc.A-List Builders Inc.
Patio and Pool in Remodeling Long Beach, CA photo by A-List Builders
Deer Creek Estate
Deer Creek Estate
Elite Landscaping OmahaElite Landscaping Omaha
In the back of this estate just outside of Omaha, Nebraska, Elite Landscaping designed a custom concrete swimming pool with a covered pool house and 360-degree, negative-edge spa. The pool house features an outdoor kitchen and bar area, which rests on posts that adjoin the raised pool wall. The pool house was built as an exact architectural match to the house, from the stucco, to the cedar decking beams, down to the paint color. This covered outdoor entertaining area provides a shady spot in the afternoons, where guests can lounge on four in-pool, swim up bar stools. The rest of the pool remains in full sun. The sunken swim-up bar is adorned with glass tile accents, and the pool wall features natural stone. Oversized, UniLock bluestone pavers comprise the pool deck and patio. The unique negative-edge spa sits above the pool, and was designed so one half of the spa flows into the pool while the other half flows back into the landscaping. The entire poolscape is automated by a Pentair IntelliTouch system that runs off of a smartphone or other device. With the touch of a button, the homeowners can adjust pool and spa temperatures, change water flow speed, program the FX color-changing LED lights, and even test the pool chemistry.
Pools
Pools
Peressin PoolsPeressin Pools
Laurel Way Beverly Hills luxury home modern pool walkway
Laurel Way Beverly Hills luxury home modern pool walkway
Whipple Russell ArchitectsWhipple Russell Architects
Laurel Way Beverly Hills luxury home modern pool walkway. Photo by Art Gray Photography.

Swimming Pool Ideas and Designs

A 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 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 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 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 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 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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