Six Unique Pool Design Ideas

May 11th, 2011

Swimming pools come in a range of designs, and you can make additions to the surrounding environment to create a truly unique experience in your home. Don’t limit your garden ideas and pool area planning to the norm. A small amount of creativity and forethought, applied often with the same costs of standard pool area construction, creates endless possibilities. Hide and disguise your pool pump with flair! Here is a look at some interesting, unique, eccentric pool and pool area design…

Infinity pools: If you have a downward slope or are overlooking any area, particularly a city down below, there is nothing more exciting than an infinity pool. Usually one wall of the pool is slightly lower than the water level so that water flows out and drops down and is captured and recycled, which requires the function of the pool cleaner. A version of the infinity pool with one perspex or toughened glass to give you full underwater view could only be considered immaculate.

Twin and slide: A great way to make use of uneven land and landscaping. Two swimming pools connected with a water slide for easy access. Water is controlled by the height level at entry of the slide from the upper level pool. Water is recirculated and cleaned through the filtration system.
Color: Color can be a very easy way to change the mood of your pool. A relatively easy addition by using certain lighting ideas and installing a number of lights so that color choice is at the flick of a switch, or just using colored underwater light covers to manually change the colour of your pool. These lighting ideas are an excellent way to add that special touch to any pool at minimal cost.
Space limited: Lap pools are a great way to make the most of limited space and yet allowing you the perfect place to get great aerobic exercise. Depending on your needs, a circular shape will still give you the space for other needs in your outdoor area. Plunge pools are great for those who want more than a spa, but don’t have the space. Get that wonderful feeling of immersing yourself and cooling off after a hot day in the sun or sauna.
Environment: Create unique and interesting environments. Surround your pool with large tropical plants and foliage. Create an environment that mimics the jungle. You can always have a pergola over your swimming pool and create a jungle overhang. These garden ideas can also be effective if you want to keep unwanted debris falling into your swimming pool or converting it to use in the cooler months. Use landscaping in creative ways to create the environment of you dreams. If you have the time and inclination, you can use large rocks, including inside your pool, and use waterfalls to create a ‘hidden-in-the-forest’ feeling.
Waterfalls: Whether you create to look real or build a wall and have water running or jetting out of it, a waterfall is a great addition to any swimming pool. It will help with cleaning and aeration of your water and can be used for relaxation or even to massage your body. Falling water is pleasing to the eye and for the body.
These are only a few ideas that can be designed at cost or created with a little hard work. So make your own unique pool.