Spool Pool

A natural pool setting creates a oasis in the midst of a busy neighborhood.
Inspiration for a small timeless backyard custom-shaped natural hot tub remodel in Dallas
Flagstone and pool waterfall... - fyfejac

Small trendy backyard rectangular aboveground hot tub photo in Tampa with decking
square enclosure around curved hot tub - gentilly

The existing pool was way too large for the space, it took up the entire back yard.
Inspiration for a small contemporary backyard rectangular and tile lap pool remodel in Miami
Pool chair area if we kept pool narrow - webuser_369502704

Small danish backyard concrete and rectangular pool photo in Austin
Outdoor patios are so great for the summer fun. Living with four-seasons sometimes makes it hard to enjoy. Install our dual power screen system to turn this into a room you can enjoy year round!! - robert_hennis

Matt Vacca
Pool - small southwestern backyard concrete and rectangular pool idea in Phoenix
Like the low wall around the pool - webuser_154812813

Jeffrey Erb
Hot tub - small contemporary courtyard rectangular hot tub idea in New York with decking
can we have fence paneling going sideways? - vicrhid441

Outdoor Elements maximized the available space in this beautiful yard with a contemporary, rectangular pool complete with a large tanning deck and swim jet system. Mosaic glass-tile accents the spa and a shell stone deck and coping add to the contemporary feel. Behind the tanning deck, a large, up-lit, sheer-descent waterfall adds variety and elegance to the design. A lighted gazebo makes a comfortable seating area protected from the sun while a functional outdoor kitchen is nestled near the backdoor of the residence. Raised planters and screening trees add the right amount of greenery to the space.
Dislike this pool, too modern, don't care for typical tiny tiles, water is too bright - jeremy_rider61

LAIR Architectural + Interior Photography
Example of a small trendy backyard concrete paver and l-shaped pool design in Dallas
Shape; don’t like hardscape - catherinembrady

A family in West University contacted us to design a contemporary Houston landscape for them. They live on a double lot, which is large for that neighborhood. They had built a custom home on the property, and they wanted a unique indoor-outdoor living experience that integrated a modern pool into the aesthetic of their home interior. This was made possible by the design of the home itself. The living room can be fully opened to the yard by sliding glass doors. The pool we built is actually a lap swimming pool that measures a full 65 feet in length. Not only is this pool unique in size and design, but it is also unique in how it ties into the home. The patio literally connects the living room to the edge of the water. There is no coping, so you can literally walk across the patio into the water and start your swim in the heated, lighted interior of the pool. Even for guests who do not swim, the proximity of the water to the living room makes the entire pool-patio layout part of the exterior design. This is a common theme in modern pool design. The patio is also notable because it is constructed from stones that fit so tightly together the joints seem to disappear. Although the linear edges of the stones are faintly visible, the surface is one contiguous whole whose linear seamlessness supports both the linearity of the home and the lengthwise expanse of the pool. While the patio design is strictly linear to tie the form of the home to that of the pool, our modern pool is decorated with a running bond pattern of tile work. Running bond is a design pattern that uses staggered stone, brick, or tile layouts to create something of a linear puzzle board effect that captures the eye. We created this pattern to compliment the brick work of the home exterior wall, thus aesthetically tying fine details of the pool to home architecture. At the opposite end of the pool, we built a fountain into the side of the home's perimeter wall. The fountain head is actually square, mirroring the bricks in the wall. Unlike a typical fountain, the water here pours out in a horizontal plane which even more reinforces the theme of the quadrilateral geometry and linear movement of the modern pool. We decorated the front of the home with a custom garden consisting of small ground cover plant species. We had to be very cautious around the trees due to West U’s strict tree preservation policies. In order to avoid damaging tree roots, we had to avoid digging too deep into the earth. The species used in this garden—Japanese Ardesia, foxtail ferns, and dwarf mondo not only avoid disturbing tree roots, but they are low-growth by nature and highly shade resistant. We also built a gravel driveway that provides natural water drainage and preserves the root zone for trees. Concrete pads cross the driveway to give the homeowners a sure-footing for walking to and from their vehicles.
extension of indoors to outdoors - matt_feldman7

Outside details
Small trendy backyard rectangular and concrete paver natural pool photo in Miami
Contemporary, simple design. Privacy Wall built in. - debrantz

Pool fountain - small modern backyard stone and rectangular pool fountain idea in Atlanta
I would do okay with a smaller pool - webuser_279535435

Photographer: Ryan Gamma
Inspiration for a small modern backyard concrete and custom-shaped lap pool fountain remodel in Tampa
Timber lined ceiling for outdoor covered area - elliotts49

The client purchased this property with grand plans of renovating the entire place; from top to bottom, and from inside to outside. And while the inside canvas was very generous and even somewhat forgiving, the outside space would be anything but. We wanted to squeeze in as much seating space as possible in their limited courtyard area, without encroaching on the already compact-sized pool. The first and most obvious solution was to get rid of the trees and shrubs that separated this house from its zero-lot-line neighbor. With the addition of Lueder limestone pavers, this new area alone would free up nearly 120 additional square feet, which happened to be the perfect amount of space for a mobile gas fire pit and sectional sofa. And this would make for the perfect place to enjoy the afternoon sunset with the implementation of a custom-built metal pergola standing above it all. The next problem to overcome was the disconnected feel of the existing patio; there were too many levels of steps and stairs, which meant that it would have been difficult to have any sort of traditional furniture arrangement in their outdoor space. Randy knew that it only made sense to bring in a wood deck that could be mated to the highest level of the patio, thus creating and gaining the greatest amount of continuous, flat space that the client needed. But even so, that flat space would be limited to a very tight "L-shape" around the pool. And knowing this, the client decided that the larger space would be more valuable to them than the spa, so they opted to have a portion of the deck built over it in order to allow for a more generous amount of patio space. And with the edge of the patio/deck dropping off almost 2 feet to the waterline, it now created the perfect opportunity to have a visually compelling raised wall that could be adorned with different hues of plank-shaped tiles. From inside the pool, the varying shades of brown were a great accent to the wood deck that sat just above. However, the true visual crowning jewel of this project would end up being the raised back wall along the fence, fully encased in a large format, 24x24 slate grey tile, complete with a custom stainless steel, square-tube scupper bank, installed at just the right height to create the perfect amount of water noise. But Randy wasn't done just yet. With two entirely new entertaining areas opened up at opposite ends of the pool, the only thing left to do now was to connect them. Knowing that he nor the client wanted to eliminate any more water space, he decided to bring a new traffic pattern right into the pool by way of two "floating", Lueder limestone stepper pads. It would be a visually perfect union of both pool and walking spaces. The existing steps and walkways were then cut away and replaced with matching Lueder limestone caps and steppers. All remaining hardscape gaps were later filled with Mexican beach pebble, which helped to promote a very "zen-like" feel in this outdoor space. The interior of the pool was coated with Wet Edge Primerastone "Blue Pacific Coast" plaster, and then lit up with the incredibly versatile Pentair GloBrite LED pool lights. In the end, the client ended up gaining the additional entertaining and seating space that they needed, and the updated, modern feel that they loved.
Steps into the pool. First step shallow and wide. 2nd step long and continues as a ledge to sit on and back to shorter 3rd step. - djp450

Cedar spa and flagstone deck look out over tranquil ocean view. The small weekend home on the flank of the rolling grassy coastal plain in Hollister Ranch (near Gaviota, CA) faces breath-taking panoramic views of ocean, islands, coastal plain, foothills and mountains.
barrel and stave surround for a small round dip pool/hot tub - mary_drake

Example of a small trendy concrete paver and rectangular pool design in Miami
Love this too but would like a walk in future like at the beach with chaise lounges - webuser_923451977

Inspiration for a small contemporary backyard stone and rectangular hot tub remodel in Orange County
Just for the wall with fountains to eventually use a similar concept to help blocking the views from the west side - basslinedesign

Drawing inspiration for the beauty and elegance of the home’s Italian Villa-like elements, this luxurious outdoor space by Ryan Hughes Design/Build transports family and guests to a Mediterranean retreat. Capitalizing on soaring columns and arches, the Hughes team added a unique shaped pool with an original in-pool tile design, an elevated spa, flaming fire pots, a crowning pergola/cabana, water elements and a beautiful lit water wall entry. Professional space planning made it all possible within the limited oceanfront expanse. There is no limit however to the enjoyment created through this stunning oasis fit for quiet retreats or elegant entertaining. As soon as guests enter this space they will feel they have been whisked away to the waters and wonders of an unbelievable resort.
Color of pool Mediterranean style - bjsjohn

Tamara Alvarez
Inspiration for a small tropical pool remodel in Miami with decking
If adding trellis the hammock chairs are a fun idea - jason_brennan