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—Achieving better looks, versatility, and functionality for backyard leisure
In addition to providing a solution to a sloping property or disparate elevation between the house and yard, a deck with two or more tiers around a swimming pool delivers excellent functionality, an attractive outdoor space, and clearer “zoning” for various backyard activities.
Topics: cascade water features, hardscape, Design / Features, LED, Construction, custom pool ideas, gunite spa, backyard design, pool deck, lighting, Backyard Entertaining, Health & Lifestyle
—Creating a palette for features and elements
Henry Ford once said you can have any color car you want, so long as it’s black.
Swimming pools were once that way too, confined mostly to white plaster and blue waterline tile.
Topics: hardscape, Design / Features, LED, interior finish, quartz finish, Buyer Tips, marcite, backyard design, lighting, lagoon pools, pool mosaics
—Redirecting a fabulous flow where you can see and hear it
A reverse infinity swimming pool boasts a “vanishing” edge that faces the home and patio area so you can see the decorative wall with overflowing water and catch basin—versus being hidden from view on the pool’s far side where it appears to merge into the horizon.
Topics: hardscape, pool layout, Design / Features, pool buyer tips, LED, zero entry pool, zero-edge pool, custom pool design, Buyer Tips, vanishing-edge pool, backyard design, lighting
—Optimize your relaxation and convenience beyond the water’s edge
Topics: hardscape, outdoor kitchen, Design / Features, pool plans, Buyer Tips, lighting, Backyard Entertaining, Owner/Lifestyle, Heating, decking
Small backyard pool ideas that maximize your space
Trying to fit a pool into a small backyard can feel impossible.
Between property lines, existing landscaping, and limited square footage, most homeowners assume they don’t have enough space.
The truth? You probably do.
With the right design strategy, even tight or awkward yards can fit a functional, beautiful inground pool.
Below are practical small backyard pool ideas you can actually use, whether you're planning now or talking to a contractor.
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