Inspiration for a large contemporary backyard tile and rectangular infinity hot tub remodel in San Diego

The complexity yet calming beauty of the outdoor space shines with the custom lighting features as well as fire features and glowing waters. The path into the pool surrounded circular fire patio provides the perfect vantage point for taking in all the well-appointed areas and outdoor rooms. Natural plantings are utilized to soften the hardscapes and add overhead colorful interest. Photography by Joe Traina

Gilles Mingassan
Pool fountain - eclectic backyard rectangular lap pool fountain idea in Los Angeles

This ocean-front shingled Gambrel style house is home to a young family with little kids who lead an active, outdoor lifestyle. My goal was to create a bespoke, colorful and eclectic interior that looked sophisticated and fresh, but that was tough enough to withstand salt, sand and wet kids galore. The palette of coral and blue is an obvious choice, but we tried to translate it into a less expected, slightly updated way, hence the front door! Liberal use of indoor-outdoor fabrics created a seamless appearance while preserving the utility needed for this full time seaside residence. photo: Michael J Lee Photography

The perfect outdoor kitchen for the Florida lifestyle. Located poolside with refrigerator and barbecue this is a great gathering space in your home. Marine grade cabinets and Navonna Travertine countertops ensure durability against the elements. Indoor-outdoor living at it's finest!

This expansive outdoor lanai is perfect for the indoor-outdoor lifestyle prevalent here in southwest Florida. The poolside outdoor kitchen along with a fireplace makes it the perfect location for everyday enjoyment or entertaining.

Pool fountain - small modern backyard stone and rectangular pool fountain idea in Atlanta

Sean Litchfield
Elegant backyard rectangular pool house photo in Boston

This late 70's ranch style home was recently renovated with a clean, modern twist on the ranch style architecture of the existing residence. AquaTerra was hired to create the entire outdoor environment including the new pool and spa. Similar to the renovated home, this aquatic environment was designed to take a traditional pool and gives it a clean, modern twist. The site proved to be perfect for a long, sweeping curved water feature that can be seen from all of the outdoor gathering spaces as well as many rooms inside the residence. This design draws people outside and allows them to explore all of the features of the pool and outdoor spaces. Features of this resort like outdoor environment include: -Play pool with two lounge areas with LED lit bubblers -Pebble Tec Pebble Sheen Luminous series pool finish -Lightstreams glass tile -spa with six custom copper Bobe water spillway scuppers -water feature wall with three custom copper Bobe water scuppers -Fully automated with Pentair Equipment -LED lighting throughout the pool and spa -Gathering space with automated fire pit -Lounge deck area -Synthetic turf between step pads and deck -Gourmet outdoor kitchen to meet all the entertaining needs. This outdoor environment cohesively brings the clean & modern finishes of the renovated home seamlessly to the outdoors to a pool and spa for play, exercise and relaxation. Photography: Daniel Driensky

Beach style backyard stone and rectangular pool photo in Miami

This beautiful outdoor kitchen, adjacent to a large lanai is the perfect setting for Florida outdoor living. Enjoy the pool, spa, and outdoor fireplace located just steps from your anal front boat lift allowing access to the glorious Gulf of Mexico.

This fun classic kitchen in Gold River features Columbia frameless cabinets in Sandy Hook grey. A green glass backsplash in a random matte and polished pattern complements the cabinets which are faced with both painted wood and frosted glass. The Silestone countertops in the Lyra finish have an ogee bullnose edge. The floors are finished in a rich brown porcelain tile of varying sizes that are made to resemble distressed wood. Photo Credit: Nar Fine Carpentry, Inc

This incredible backyard with custom pool with spa, sun shelf, rain pergola custom fire and water bowls has an amazing Pebble Tec finish! The stacked stone fireplace with gold travertine is the icing on the cake!

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.

Pebble Tec Tahoe Blue
Mid-sized beach style backyard custom-shaped hot tub photo in Houston

The spa is covered in split face stone in the color silver. The coping is travertine in Antico. The decking is sprayed with Kool Deck in silver. We used a 6x6 waterline tile to mimic the water color. The Pebble Tech color is Blue Surf. The grotto and spa make the most relaxing sounds. photo by Michelle Yeatts

Pebble Tec Sandy Beach
Mid-sized beach style backyard gravel and custom-shaped hot tub photo in Houston

Pebble Tec Tahoe Blue
Hot tub - mid-sized coastal backyard custom-shaped hot tub idea in Houston

Example of a huge trendy backyard tile and custom-shaped lap hot tub design in Tampa