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Traditional Custom Shaped Swimming Pool Ideas and Designs

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Landscaped Pools
Landscaped Pools
Glen Gate CompanyGlen Gate Company
A relaxing pool is sited near the house with designated lounging areas.
Coconut Grove Miami Project
Coconut Grove Miami Project
Hagan Binder DesignHagan Binder Design
Beach Entry & Spa
Beach Entry & Spa
Keith Zars PoolsKeith Zars Pools
This natural looking pool has a beach entry and a spa.
Residential Pools
Residential Pools
Creative Master Pools, Inc.Creative Master Pools, Inc.
Free Form Pool and Fountains
Coastal Swimming Pool
Coastal Swimming Pool
Shoreline Pools, Inc.Shoreline Pools, Inc.
We worked with our client to design a modified rectangle that would complement the serene coastal setting and natural property curves. The interior pool steps, benches, and lounge areas are situated facing outward from the home so that swimmers can enjoy the stunning view. The pool is finished with an expansive Bluestone deck set in a random rectangular pattern. Phil Nelson Imaging
Travertine Pool with Raised Beam Wall & Scuppers
Travertine Pool with Raised Beam Wall & Scuppers
Great Escapes Custom PoolsGreat Escapes Custom Pools
Geometric pool with curved raised beam wall and pool level spa. Material finishes include 2x4 splitface travertine in Noce, 3cm travertine coping in English Walnut, 1x2 travertine tile in Scabos, Wet Edge Satin Matrix pool interior in Antigua and Rock Salt finish decking with scored lines in Cocina.
French Country
French Country
RESIDENTIAL DESIGN STUDIORESIDENTIAL DESIGN STUDIO
French country inspired back yard living spaces.
Pool & Spa Waterfall Design and Installation Bergen County Northern NJ
Pool & Spa Waterfall Design and Installation Bergen County Northern NJ
Cipriano Landscape Design & Custom Swimming PoolsCipriano Landscape Design & Custom Swimming Pools
This natural pool and spa waterfall design & installation in Bergen County, Northern NJ, is a perfect retreat. Natural stone coping and patio with an enormous waterfall, tranquil to the eyes as well as the ears.
Traditional Pool
Traditional Pool
Exterior Spaces
Exterior Spaces
The Teich GroupThe Teich Group
Jeff Garland
Free Form
Free Form
Tahitian Pools, Inc.Tahitian Pools, Inc.
Pools
Pools
Landscape StudioLandscape Studio
Private Residence at The Estuary at Grey Oaks
Private Residence at The Estuary at Grey Oaks
London Bay HomesLondon Bay Homes
This is a London Bay Homes one-of-a-kind custom home built at The Estuary at Grey Oaks. Image ©Advanced Photography Specialists
Eclectic Lake House
Eclectic Lake House
Pillar Custom Homes, Inc.Pillar Custom Homes, Inc.
Builder: Pillar Custom Homes, Inc.
Arbor Oaks, Concord, NC
Arbor Oaks, Concord, NC
Falling Water Custom Pools, Inc.Falling Water Custom Pools, Inc.
Pools
Pools
UserUser
Amazing Pool / outdoor living space
Amazing Pool / outdoor living space
RVP PhotographyRVP Photography
Ross Van Pelt - RVP Photography
Full Backyard Pool Deck
Full Backyard Pool Deck
Vandeck BuildersVandeck Builders
Below Ground Pool with Patio and Pool House Project
Below Ground Pool with Patio and Pool House Project
ALL Renovation & Design LLCALL Renovation & Design LLC
For this project, we were asked to create an outdoor living area around a newly-constructed pool. We worked with the customer on the design, layout, and material selections. We constructed two decks: one with a vinyl pergola, and the other with a roof and screened-in porch. We installed Cambridge pavers around pool and walkways. We built custom seating walls and fire pit. Our team helped with selecting and installing planting beds and plants. Closer to the pool we constructed a custom 16’x28’ pool house with a storage area, powder room, and finished entertaining area and loft area. The interior of finished area was lined with tongue-and-groove pine boards and custom trim. To complete the project, we installed aluminum fencing and designed and installed an outdoor kitchen. In the end, we helped this Berks County homeowner completely transform their backyard into a stunning outdoor living space.
Traditional contemporary
Traditional contemporary
Tipton Spires Design|BuildTipton Spires Design|Build
Cozy pool house with swim up bar, outdoor kitchen, fireplace and lounge. Custom cedar timber cabana with stucco columns and more!

Traditional Custom Shaped Swimming Pool Ideas and Designs

A traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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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