Swimming pool goals - Be inspired by the experts.
In a world where we can have anything at the click of a button, why not make use of the wonderful world wide web to draw inspiration for your upcoming pool project.
Photograph: Matt Lowden. From Belle November 2018.
Photography Framless Impressions and Out of the Blue
In a world where we can have anything at the click of a button, why not make use of the wonderful world wide web to draw inspiration for your upcoming pool project.
I mean, do you even Pinterest? If you don’t, you should. Pinterest boards are great for this type of design stuff, not only will they start to form an online mood board for your project but they’ll help us to visualise your design intent so you get exactly what you want.
And if you’re at the very beginning of what might seem like a daunting project, how about you start right here. 10 stunning pools brought to you by the design experts at Belle Magazine and 9Honey Homes.
So guys – what are you waiting for? Jump in!
There are few summer activities more relaxing than lazy afternoons spent by the water's edge. From elegant plunge pools to modern day concrete above ground pools, summer inspiration is aplenty with these residential oases that will quench your thirst for fabulous design.
The modern day above ground pool. Photographer Derek Swalwell.
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This sleek swimming pool designed by Thomas Hamel maintains a natural harmony with the very strong surroundings and elements of the bordering national park.
Photograph: Anson Smart | Styling: Steve Cordony. From Belle April 2018.
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A Sydney home designed by Justine-Hugh Jones boasts expansive views to the pool and harbour beyond.
Photograph: Shannon McGrath. From Belle May 2016.
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The pool is built right to the boundary, utilising the garage as it’s pool fence. This Melbourne home by designed by Anne Hindley. The garden has been designed by Kate Seddon.
Designed by Matt Cantwell of Secret Gardens. Photograph: Nicholas Watt. From Belle
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A beautiful panorama of the Metcalfe range just outside of Melbourne can be enjoyed from this natural pool designed by Architects and owners Jerry Wolveridge and Christina Theodorou. Consider this the modern day above ground pool, a good solution if you are working with rock.
Photograph: Derek Swalwell. From Belle June/July 2017.
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The pool and back terrace of this Melbourne home by Bower Architecture and Interiors and LBA Construction Group are connected directly with the house via a floor-to-ceiling glass door.
Photograph: Shannon McGrath. From Belle May 2017.
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Raven granite coping from Eco Outdoor was customised for the curved pool, with ironbark surrounds from the previous deck. The potted succulent is Aloe plicatilis.
Robert Walsh Photography for Madeleine Blanchfield Architects
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The timber decking with black framing on the windows coupled with the dark pool gives a wonderful contemporary feel to this project designed by Tziallas Omeara Architecture Studio.
Tom Ferguson Photography for Tziallas Omeara Architecture Studio
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The perfect sized plunge pool with polished concrete surrounds. The timber screen adds warmth.
Sydney home by Corben Architects. Photograph: by Prue Ruscoe. From Belle May 2016.
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While the lap pool in this Melbourne home is beautiful, it’s the way the curved, frameless glass fence by Frameless Impressions follows the lines of the decking that makes the impact.
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The pool in this William Dangar designed garden connects visually with the harbour beyond. We love the greying timber and how they placed a spa in an area that would have otherwise been underutilised. The perfect place to enjoy that view.
Source: Belle Magazine and 9Honey Homes