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Bentwater Showcase Home
Bentwater Showcase Home
Hann BuildersHann Builders
Modern Stucco Exterior with Modern Pool
Inspiration for a modern swimming pool in Houston.
Alhambra Valley
Alhambra Valley
Envision Landscape StudioEnvision Landscape Studio
Photography by Paul Dyer
This is an example of a large traditional back rectangular lengths swimming pool in San Francisco with a pool house.
Franklin Park Pool
Franklin Park Pool
WINN Design+BuildWINN Design+Build
Inspiration for a large back rectangular swimming pool in DC Metro with a pool house and concrete paving.
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Outdoor Living
Outdoor Living
Knauf-Koenig GroupKnauf-Koenig Group
Nautical back custom shaped lengths hot tub in Other with tiled flooring.
Modern Farmhouse
Modern Farmhouse
Old Hillsboro Building CompanyOld Hillsboro Building Company
Expansive farmhouse back custom shaped infinity swimming pool in Nashville with a water slide and concrete paving.
Formal Geometric Pool and Spa
Formal Geometric Pool and Spa
Hobert Pools and SpasHobert Pools and Spas
Gorgeous modern pool and spa with custom glass tile veneer, sheer descents, precast coping, tanning ledge, Caspian Sea Designer Series Sunstone plaster, and large spillway from the raised spa.
Backyard Fun
Backyard Fun
On Site LandscapeOn Site Landscape
John Prouty
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary back rectangular swimming pool in Phoenix with a water slide and concrete paving.
Miami Beach Residence 2
Miami Beach Residence 2
Overmyer ArchitectsOvermyer Architects
Pool Cabana Photo Credit: Maxwell Mackenzie
Inspiration for an expansive mediterranean round swimming pool in Miami with a pool house and natural stone paving.
Frontgate
Frontgate
FRONTGATEFRONTGATE
Design ideas for a modern swimming pool in Other.
Modern Oasis
Modern Oasis
Mom's Design BuildMom's Design Build
With an existing pool and retaining walls, we took this space and made it more modern offering many various spaces for lounging, enjoying the fire, listening to the water feature and an upper synthetic turf area for playing games. It is complete with bluestone pavers, a modern water feature and reflecting pool, a raised ipe deck, synthetic turf, glass railings, a modern, gas fire bowl and a stunning cedar privacy wall!
Paseo Encinal
Paseo Encinal
Artesian Custom Pools, INCArtesian Custom Pools, INC
This is an example of a modern swimming pool in Other.
Saviss Residence
Saviss Residence
MBK Unlimited - Custom Derian PoolsMBK Unlimited - Custom Derian Pools
perimeter overflow pool
This is an example of a large modern back rectangular infinity swimming pool in Los Angeles with concrete slabs.
Ultimate Trophy Club Pool Transformation
Ultimate Trophy Club Pool Transformation
Mike Farley Pool Designer, SWD, ASLAMike Farley Pool Designer, SWD, ASLA
This beautiful geometric project designed by Mike Farley has a lot of elevation changes with a stunning view of the golfcourse. The flush spa was kept near the house for easy access and blended with the contemporary style of the home. Both the outdoor kitchen and fire pit area are used as retaining walls with the elevation change. It also gives lots of seating along with the bar stools - inside and outside the pool. The water feature is a sheer rain fall that is kept low so that the golf course view isn't blocked. There is a nice sized tanning ledge to hang out on. The outdoor kitchen has a grill, trash can, drop in cooler and lots of seating. The cabana has cam lights for evening fun. We used ceramic on the patio that looks like wood and has greys and browns in it. The concrete is grey with a heavy texture. The channels have Mexican Pebble to blend with the grey tones.
Cocktail Pool With Fountains and Fire Features
Cocktail Pool With Fountains and Fire Features
My Ty DesignMy Ty Design
Cocktail Pool (Heated with 12 Therapy Jets) with 2 Shear Descent Falls and 2 Fire Features accented with stone veneer
Photo of a small contemporary back rectangular hot tub in Jacksonville with brick paving.
Hill Country Farmhouse
Hill Country Farmhouse
Geschke Group ArchitectureGeschke Group Architecture
Jerry Hayes
This is an example of a medium sized country back rectangular infinity swimming pool in Austin.
Sonoma Green Design
Sonoma Green Design
The Land CollaborativeThe Land Collaborative
Design ideas for a swimming pool in San Francisco.
Kroon Backyard
Kroon Backyard
Carnahan Landscaping & PoolsCarnahan Landscaping & Pools
Design ideas for a large classic back custom shaped lengths hot tub in Houston with natural stone paving.
Azure | Paradise Valley | Residence Three
Azure | Paradise Valley | Residence Three
Shea Homes - ArizonaShea Homes - Arizona
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary rectangular swimming pool in Phoenix with tiled flooring.
SPANISH ARCHITECTURE 2
SPANISH ARCHITECTURE 2
South Coast Architects, Inc.South Coast Architects, Inc.
Photo of a mediterranean back custom shaped lengths swimming pool in Orange County with concrete slabs and a water feature.

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.
Infinity Lap Pool (Huntington)
Infinity Lap Pool (Huntington)
Cityview PoolsCityview Pools
Inspiration for a large modern back rectangular infinity hot tub in Austin with stamped concrete.
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