Stunning Outdoor Swimming Pool Design Ideas

These days, outdoor swimming pools really run the gamut from large and lush to minimal in design.

And, they all work well for different spaces!

Whether you’ve got a large backyard to work with and want beautiful architecture that makes an impact, or you’ve got a smaller space and just need a lap pool. There are plenty of ways to integrate a beautiful inground swimming pool into your landscape design.

Ready for some serious inspo?  You’ll be craving a day at the pool once you see these stunning outdoor swimming pool design ideas!

Pool Design Ideas for Small Yards

 

 

Yes, you can put a swimming pool in a small yard!

In this case, consider making the swimming pool the focal point of your yard and keep the pool deck small.

Go all out with a beautiful outdoor swimming pool design and an eye-catching waterfall, or two!

Or, you could opt for a minimal outdoor swimming pool design with a sleek and contemporary lap pool.

 

 

Hop in and soak in this jacuzzi set above the pool for easy access!

Whatever it is you choose, you absolutely can do an outdoor swimming pool in a small yard.

Swimming Pool Furniture & Accessories

 

 

Make it easy on your guests by integrating thoughtful pool “accessories” in your backyard. An outdoor shower, outdoor towel rack and a backyard-accessible bathroom are all great ideas to consider when working on your outdoor swimming pool designs ideas.

 

 

Don’t forget about your standard pool furniture, too; some lounge chairs to soak up that tan are a pool essential.

Make the Pool the Centerpiece

 

 

This resort-style pool is an entertainer’s dream with a cozy seating area and fireplace on one end and full dining table with a kitchen on the other. Pool chaises invite lounging for a day well-spent outdoors.

 

 

Still, the swimming pool brings this design together by serving as the centerpiece of the backyard pool design.

 

 

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Swimming Pool Landscaping

 

 

There are so many different things you can do with outdoor pool landscaping, the key is to integrate it into the entire design of your backyard.

 

 

You can create a beachy feel with Palm trees all around or plant plenty of blooms for more of a garden feel.  Use stacked stone to create a natural barrier between the water and the landscaping.

 

 

When planning your design, figure out if you want any plants integrated into the actual pool structure, or if you’d prefer to leave the greenery to the rest of the yard in a more minimalist design.

 

 

A Resort Oasis

If you’ve got enough backyard space, it’s easy to create a lush, backyard oasis. Plenty of mature trees, plants, a stunning water fountain and large swimming pool are great places to start.

 

 

Surround the pool with plenty of seating like pool lounge chairs, outdoor furniture.  Create a dining area with a bar and a kitchen for outdoor entertaining.

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Consider Your Pool Lighting

As you work on your outdoor swimming pool design, don’t forget to consider all things pool lighting!  This Texas Hill Country swimming pool shines bright underneath the beautiful dark blue sky!

 

 

From string lights and lanterns to the actual lights that go in the pool, lighting sets an important tone in your overall design. And, it’ll make for quite the lovely night swim.

 

What are some of your favorite pool designs? 

 

 

Image credits:  Leslie Wood Interiors