Pools & Spas From infinity edge designs to paddling pools, spa pools, covers, chemicals and fencing – all the professional ideas and vital contacts you need to make a splash with your project are here Share Tweet Help Facebook Tweet Help New Home Soaking without the science – introducing FreshWater IQ Your spa pool should take care of you not the other way round – Hot Springs Spas introduces a Fully Automated Water Testing System that does the work for you 6 benefits of portable spa pools Forget in-ground and inflatable spas with their hidden, costly negatives – here, Hot Spring Spas shares six key benefits of quality portable spa pools Easier seen than done The owners wanted to achieve a flat lawn with swimming pool sitting flush with the living areas of the house on what is almost a one-in-three slope beneath a cliff Darwin had half the story How long ago did our biological precursors drag themselves out of water onto land? Now all we want to do is return to it – this tucked in pool a case in point All the fun and no surprises Transparency is a great word – at Cascade Pools integrity, straight-up communications and no hidden surprises are the backbone of their reliable pool building service Sea views without the cold sea breezes Want gorgeous sea views from your pool but not the onshore winds that come with them? There's another way, as this high-end home reflects Party at the back! This inside-to-out home is a dream for entertaining Opening up at the back to connect with an existing pool area, this home's open-plan interior has plenty of warm natural wood accents, the floors included Infinity edge borrows the harbour to dramatic effect Salt water meets fresh water, at least to the eye, with this infinity pool in a large, spacious luxury home with a resort sensibility Luxury waterfront home has ocean vistas on one side and a private pool courtyard on the other What does luxury living mean for you? Well, this home by Urbane Projects probably has it covered. Sea views from everywhere, two garages, a cinema room and a wing for the grandchildren are just the start ... Two-wing family home provides balance of family interaction and future independence as the kids get older – new home, pools and spas Water circulates through the centre of this family home by architect Clinton Cole, helping create a sense of separation between its two wings Using commercial construction material injects drama into this new home – new home, pools Pools aren't just for swimming in, they're for looking at, too. This house makes the most of its water feature, situating it right under the nose of the entertainment spaces. See other design decisions that inform the home A weighty steel staircase, deep foundations and a cantilevered spa pool were just three feats requiring major engineering for this home – new home, windows & doors With heaters tucked into soffits, blinds tucked into the ceiling and floor-to-ceiling glass, this harbourside home’s clean-lined design means nothing gets between you and the views A steel staircase, deep foundations and a cantilevered spa pool were just three feats requiring major engineering for this home With deep, deep foundations, great street presence and a build height respectful of rear neighbours, this home responds to its environment in several ways Pools & Spas Give me summer! A swimming pool spells summer fun for everyone – except maybe for the one who maintains it. Installing an automated pool cover, however, is a total game changer In step with the land A tricky sloping site becomes a positive in this pool/landscaping project on a lifestyle property – a bench seat, firepit and chunky pavers all feature while plantings balance structure and informality Endless summer Want to combine exercise with looking at the scenery? Well this contemporary pool with eye-catching glass end wall has you covered Not just letting the grass grow An under-utilised front lawn becomes a highly attractive plunge pool and entertainment area that fits seamlessly into the substantially redeveloped home Soaking under the stars Whether sharing a wine with friends, playing with your kids, or simply twiddling your toes, relaxing in a hot spa is a simple life luxury – here are some creative ways you can introduce a backyard oasis to your property New pool? Choose a cover that's hidden and high performance Experienced pool cover company Covers 4 Pools has a range of options – if you're planning a new pool, an automated Roll Out Roll Under Slatted Cover is a great option Emerging from the greenery Here, landscaping was required to enhance and complement the new pool and down play the backyard fencing – the lush tropical, resort style look results in hard elements appearing to rise out of the plantings Choosing the right pool cover is a must – slatted covers make a great option Your backyard pool is an oasis of fun – Covers 4 Pools NZ has several options to keep it warm and safe – here we focus on two favourites Safety meets savings – pool covers that really have you covered Two major plusses of the right pool cover are trapping heat for energy savings and locking in water safety – here experts Covers 4 Pools NZ outlines two of the company's most popular products Pool (and surround) The pool may be the eye candy and place of fun in this design – however, a generous surrounding space not only makes the pool look even grander but it also provides plenty of room to play Unlocking lifestyle – how much does a spa cost to run? The cost of a spa is only half the picture – what does it cost to run? Here, HotSpring provides an experienced word up on what to look for and what to avoid Tropical escape For this project, Luijten Landscaping achieved improved connections, an expanded deck with seating area, barbecue and morning coffee spot, lush plantings and a pool to really swim in Angled for enjoyment This backyard pool looks very much like it's cut from the same cloth (or angle square) as the renovated home's new rear extension Colour coded A pool and connected spa radiate brilliant blues while a change in mosaic tile creates a subtle, pleasing difference Thinking outside the square This pool and surrounds are not just pleasing in their own right – they also serve to complement the dramatic architecture right behind Wish summer could go on forever? Well, at the very least, your views of your pool could go on forever – spied from the accompanying pavilion, this pool's infinity edge merges with the ocean Backyard beach It's not just the water's soft tone (white pebbles in a clear glass pool interior) that evokes a beachscape, there's the naturalistic 'shoreline' too Formal yet fun With dense scrub cleared and fountain, firepit and small lawn added – plus pool revamped – this landscaping project aligns with the home it connects to Floating in an expanse of blue Only a small passing cloud breaks up the inviting blue of this pool and spa – the result of a vibrant blue tile-lined pool interior Watery welcome Pools are usually reserved for the backyard but here the watering hole is pushed up front, separated from the entry by a fence Existing pool costly? A new cover is a game changer Just because your older, much-loved pool isn't cutting edge doesn't mean it can't deliver up-to-the minute functionality – Covers 4 Pools offers two styles ideal for retrofitting Making a splash – 8 home pools to set you thinking Family fun, architectural extension, exercise resource, thing of beauty – there are many reasons to get a pool; here are some great watering holes to inspire On a clear day ... ... or even a cloudy day, transparent pool balustrading keeps things safe and here allows for reflections from pool to circular skylight Swim spas – affordable fitness luxury Don't want to fight the traffic to the local pool? Sea too far or too cold? Swim Spas offer something better at home. Here, HotSpring Spas talks running costs In keeping with the coping A poured concrete surround forms this pool terrace – the tone of the concrete selected to tie in with the pool's granite coping tiles There's a splash pool out back Au contraire – this outdoor setting benefits from a nearly 13m-long pool with infinity edge – just 1692 laps and you're across Cook Strait Hanging by the pool A pool set high on the property set the landscape agenda for surrounding entertaining spaces complete with a pergola dripping in Boston ivy Immersed in nature This pool is slotted in beside the home – bamboo and timber fencing creates an in-touch-with-nature vibe while deck chairs add vibrancy Contrast and complement Nothing makes a thing stand out more than something different next to it – these brilliant blue pool mosaics make the garden look all the more verdant Artwork aquatica A drone's eye view shows just how symmetrical and appealing this entertainment pit is – part of a grand pool in keeping with its lodge setting White, red and blue White outdoor kitchen, glowing red al fresco fire coals and sparkling blue swimming pool – this outdoor space waves a flag to relaxation Dive into summer – a professional overview on pool planning Just like summer bodies are made in the cooler months, so are summer gardens – now is the time to start planning your backyard pool, says Landart director Matt Leacy Watch out for tan lines This sculptural, clean-lined pergola mitigates the impact of the midday sun for in-pool lounging – and looks pretty spectacular doing it To infinity and beyond This pool's tilework ties with black accents on the home while the infinity edge seems to go on forever, requiring skilled craftsmanship to achieve Swimming? No, just lounging This contemporary plunge-pool-meets-spa-pool is built for relaxation in more ways than one – large tiled steps make for ideal in-pool seating Rock pool with a difference This family swimming pool achieves a relaxed, organic feel with substantial rocks helping delineate the diving area from the main pool area Paradise and lunch This outdoor space merges pool, pool safety, vibrant full sun plantings and year-round al fresco living in a design that flows into its rural surround Making a splash This pool has competition in terms of drawing the eye – the backyard watering hole is surrounded by sculptures in tune with the natural setting Grecian grandeur The calmness, the colours, the elegant lines – we're not sure how the pool designers connected with the home's Grecian feel, but connect they did Smooth and hassle-free Reinvented by Poolco, this now smooth-surfaced pool – with an Aqua Bright Eco Finish – requires almost no upkeep and will last for decades A pool for all seasons Inviting plunge pool over the hot summer months and a warming spa come winter, this pool is popular whatever the time of year Go and soak in the corner This backyard oasis beside a generous pavilion home spells fun under the sun while an in-pool spa adds welcoming winter functionality What brings you outdoors? For this al fresco project, elements include a 12m pool, a pool house, half basketball court and gym – along with low-upkeep lawns and seating/dining options All that glitters This pool would give its house a run for its money in the luxury stakes – check out these gold-winning pools as judged by the NZ Swimming Pool Industry Association Fresh angle This linear, angular pool seems a natural pairing with its companion contemporary architectural home – plantings mitigate the pool's crisp lines Dive, swim, soak, repeat With as much to do as there is to look at, this multi-faceted backyard pool project includes a swim lane, child's pool beach, a diving board and two spas Grecian reverie The brief for an upmarket pool and landscaping was standard enough but the teetering clifftop location and scale of the pool made it exceptional Warmth of the sun This understated pool, on sunny Waiheke island, responds to its idyllic setting – making the most of solar power and with glass fencing that doesn't impede the spectacular outlooks Double feature For this pool, the designer introduced an elevated wet edge pool as the main feature – this allowed the pool's wet edge to act as the safety barrier – eliminating the need for a pool fence in that area Best for butterfly? A rooftop pool in mosaic and glass is crossed by plays of light and reflections, echoing the colours of the sky and letting the occupant feel like they're almost flying Want a summer pool? Spring into action Summer's not the time to think about a pool – now is – and choosing someone in the Master Pool Builders Association makes the process seamless Fresh outlook on life The setting is perfect, the existing in-ground pool nestles into its sandy location – but the pool itself is tired – enter Pool Co for an award-winning make over Water outlook essential Why wouldn't you make the back of your new home a wall of glass when this inviting pool is captured in the picture? In keeping Here, the pool and pool house spaces are in proportion with the sizeable home – just one aspect of marrying a new pool to an 1880s residence Clean, crisp and great with kids This Silver-winning rectangular pool offers a welcoming backyard oasis for the owners and has more safety features than meet the eye Cascading plants to come Barestone panels were selected for this garden wall for their lightweight durable properties and design aesthetic – hidden planter boxes will soften the look over time Miami called, it wants its look back This spectacular Gold-winning pool pulls out all the stops, with an infinity edge, safety/swim trough, spa, sculptures and a cabana Now is the time to get your pool renovated for summer Your swimming pool may need maintenance even over the winter months and Cascade Pools & Cascade Refurbishments can help with that Feature on the landscape This Gold award-winning pool by Acacia Pools dovetails with other needs on the property while making the most of its rural outlooks Sparkling outcome to 2022 pool awards Check out these gold-winning pools from Builder Members of the New Zealand Swimming Pool Industry Association Swimming in the rain The architect built this seaside home with sustainability in mind – as part of this, rainwater is stored and then used to top up the accompanying pool Winter's coming – time to think about next summer Pool construction today takes a few short weeks – but planning and design options are best looked at ahead – Cascade Pools makes this easy You have made a difference to our life! Cascade Pools delivers in terms of versatility, professionalism, friendliness – oh, and spectacular pools, as these client testimonials reflect Maximum fun – thorough safety With the joy of having a family pool comes the all important responsibility to keep it safe – another area where NZ Pool Industry Association makes life easy Privacy by the pool For this renovation outdoor living project, a new cool and shady cabana provides extra privacy from neighbours who overlook the property 9 pools that really make a splash Social, healthy, and no screen time involved – as well as being the best gift a family can have, these pools also add design weight to the homes they accompany Professional, switched on & approachable The New Zealand Pool Industry Association is a one stop shop when sourcing reliable contacts to address all aspects of your pool – from install to upkeep – but there's warmth as well as professionalism Reflecting on sustainability This brand new home looks out on an existing, if upgraded, pool – the greenest building is one already built, and that goes for backyard oases, too All in the family Tilt-panel shuttered concrete was used to form this front-yard pool as well as the house, which is built with a focus on semi-industrial materials I'd love a pool but don't have the right space Pool design has come a long way in recent years – and build versatility is a key part of that. Is your site, small, tricky, unusable? Cascade Pools has a solution Pool fun isn't new, but easy pool upkeep is While your pool is a fresh joy every day, pool upkeep – through modern technologies – has gone from arduous to easy. Find companies offering the latest and best options on the NZ Pool Industry Association website An affordable luxury Pools take forever to build and cost the earth – wrong and wrong! A budget Cascade is built in a few short weeks at an achievable cost Pooled resources – all the right pool contacts in one place With pool care and upkeep, it's great to have a range of options all sourced in one highly reputable place – and that place is the NZ Pool Industry Association website Refurbish your pool and unlock summer Summer is on its way and bringing your dormant pool up to scratch with Cascade Pools is easier and more economical than you think Sure, I'll just sleep in the pool house Well if you did, you certainly wouldn't be roughing it in this two-storey pool house, larger and grander than most people's homes Touching the sky So you've created the most lavish interior for an upmarket Padua, Italy residence – how exactly do you follow that up on the roof? Cool, clear water (you can even drink it) So you’re introducing a backyard pool for fun and a healthy family lifestyle – with Cascade Pools, that means the water you swim and play in is healthy too Pool safety – one step peace of mind With your sparkling new backyard oasis there comes protecting the safety of your family, guests and others – the NZ Pool Industry Association has you covered (and fenced) Your pool, your way – Cascade makes it easy A sparkling backyard pool spells family fun and Cascade Pools makes the process easy – right from choosing a design through to that first joyful splash Ripple effect? It's always nice when your pool complements your home rather than fights it – this pool looks like it unfolded from the house it accompanies Sights set on a home pool? Here's your first move So your family wants a backyard oasis, your next step is connecting with the NZ Pool Industry Association – here are some great reasons why When building a new pool you have an invisible ally Pools are a thing of joy for any family but before embarking on one, it's good to know the NZ Pool Industry Association has your back Keeping your pool costs down depends on your choice of pool Not all pools are created equally. The makeup of a pool by Cascade Pools addresses heating costs head on – trapping the sun's rays and utilising this free heat source to warm your pool. 6 watertight reasons to choose a Master Pool Builder A pool is a major undertaking – one that your family will thank you for every day – so do it once, do it right and involve a Master Pool Builder right from the outset Diamond life A leading feature in a home awash with features, this expansive rear pool area glitters like diamonds thanks to its lining of tiny mosaics Just add water? Actually the addition of an inviting pool was only one aspect of this transformative renovation of a home with its own interesting history A change for the heck-of-a-lot-better A modernising redesign at the rear of this traditional house opens it up to a large covered deck, with steps down to a swimming pool How to landscape a small garden So, you haven’t been blessed with a large outdoor space. That’s okay! There are plenty of ways around this. Here are some landscaping ideas for small garden spaces This outdoor area channels Mondrian Amantea Architects modernised a lush and casual urban residential landscape with a Mondrianesque composition of deftly planned spaces This renovation stretches the existing living space out into the garden In this major renovation project, a narrow single storey addition sitting at right angles to the existing home, terminates in a large window framing the view of the pool and garden beyond Modern addition to traditional California bungalow Contemporary extension to traditional Californian bungalow in major renovation project provides large open-plan family living area, lap pool Making a splash This indoor-outdoor entertaining space meets pool house features a semi-industrial palette and a rooftop terrace, while the new pool alongside has an eye-catching feature of its own Poolside living takes on a whole new dimension in this home This home was designed to be an oasis – the massive pool certainly helps Fresh, fancy and photogenic outdoor living spaces It's summer which means it's time to make the most of the outdoors. We've gathered some insta worthy images from recent projects that celebrate pools, plantings and the great outdoors generally. Enjoy! Space saving ideas for small outdoor places Don't let lack of room stop you from getting the outdoor area that fits your needs. Here are some ways to make the most of your outdoor space Industrial chic meets family lifestyle Along with a new guest house, this home has been comprehensively reinvented with only accents and the original floor slab retained. The new home boasts space, light and a character all its own Our most popular renovation story of 2020 This home came out tops as our most popular renovation story of 2020. Step inside to see why. Game lodge feature surprises tourists You might not expect to find a pool pavilion shaded with a rusting Corten steel tree canopy on your African safari. But at Cheetah Plains resort, Kruger National Park, not all surprises are waiting out in the bush This home is all about outdoor living Surrounded by green space on a steep plot of land, this contemporary home opens up to the views Living the canyon life This modern desert home hugs nature, and is totally immersed in the surrounding canyon environment Luxury additions complement heritage frontage A three storey addition and dramatic rear garden architectural spaces all work well together in this far-sighted and sustainable project This pool house is sense-ational This unique space successfully merges indoor and outdoor areas seamlessly to great effect Transparent agenda Sheltered from on-shore wind by the home itself, this pool and entertainer's space still enjoys full, uninterrupted views of the sea via a generous vista right through the interior of the home To the manor reborn Not-so-little moves like appropriating and demolishing the next door house along with tucking another floor in under the existing roofline, were just two aspects of this makeover which has brought a grand-looking manor house back into its rightful glory. Another design move has future-proofed the house well into the future This indoor-outdoor space just screams summer The home's kitchen, dining and living spaces spill out to a covered alfresco which in turn overlooks the pool Party at the back Some home designs just spell fun and relaxation from the outset. This new home's kitchen, dining and living spaces spill out to a covered alfresco which overlooks the generous-sized pool. 5 outdoor bathtubs that take relaxation to the next level Soak the stress away in your very own outdoor bath tub! Here, we've rounded up five of our favourite designs from Pinterest to inspire your own secret outdoor sanctuary This sheltered pool looks right through its luxury home to the sea views Located on the sheltered side of the waterfront home, the pool still takes in the sea views thanks to an open vista right through the interior. The spa pool has direct sea views down the side of the home This home looks out to the most impressive rooftop pool The view out from the top level of this modern Italian home is good enough to frame twice - once with the windows and again with an external concrete framing element Luxurious new Manhattan-style penthouse has amazing pool facility Taking the plunge in the heart of Sydney couldn't be more other-worldly than in the pool at Arc by Crown Group. The new crowning penthouse includes access to water views Site’s unusual aspects used as design inspiration for contemporary new home – Outdoor living – pool A raised bedroom wing in this sharply architectural home design creates a perfect spot for sheltered outdoor living underneath – with the pool just a step away. Lapping up the scenery – modern home with rooftop glass bottom pool in traditional neighbourhood – landscaping When it comes to pool and garden design there's making a splash and then there's really making a splash. Check this bird's eye view of modern Italian home Casa B's top-level attraction A weighty steel staircase, deep foundations and a cantilevered spa pool were just three feats requiring major engineering for this home – outdoor living, pool and spa This inviting spa pool – and in fact part of the home itself – is cantilevered over the driveway that heads down to the three-car garage. Several heavy-duty behind the scenes engineering feats were required for this home to be the best that it could be Position of garage frees up design options for this contemporary new home – outdoor living Pool, spa, covered outdoor dining and kitchen, and plenty of lawn for family games – with all of these out the back of this home, why would you ever leave? A weighty steel staircase, deep foundations and a cantilevered spa pool were just three feats requiring major engineering for this home – outdoor living, pools If stunning harbour views weren't enough, the pool tiles on this home are matched to the colour of the ocean – bringing the essence of the water even closer\ A weighty steel staircase, deep foundations and a cantilevered spa pool were just three feats requiring major engineering for this home – outdoor living, pool surround Repeating elements on areas of your home adds continuity and flare. On this home, the spa pool is in the same Turkish marble as the wall behind while the cantilevered pool echoes part of the architecture of the house above it New home makes the most of sun, views and an unusual feature of the site – pool Trellis running alongside the two wings of this new home throws patterns onto its surroundings just like the lichen draped on the oak trees at the front of the house. So while the pool fencing is in clear glass, the trellis provides a wider, more decorative surround Everyone starts somewhere Maybe this gleaming oasis wouldn't fit the scale and tone of your project – but great ideas don't come from a vacuum, they come from inspiration. This pool and pool house are rich in ideas, some on a slightly less flamboyant scale Cheetah Plains – game lodge with a difference This new hunting lodge by ARRCC architecture firm creates a more immersive experience for visitors - making them more than just disengaged spectators in the Kruger National Park setting Balancing scale, views and comfort was the biggest challenge in the design of this substantial home – pool Concrete pools can be any shape you want. This one fits into one side of the Y-shape design of the home, giving a wide range of city and valley views from both in and out of the pool Balancing scale, views and comfort was the biggest challenge in the design of this substantial home – pool LED lighting throughout this pool and spa creates a bright contrast to the myriad city lights in the distance More Stepped this way A sloping ground plane was a leading influence for this design – inspiring an unconventional, site-specific approach for the placement of elements 8 landscaping tips that will help sell your home Trying to sell your home but not having much luck? Your garden can be a huge asset. Here's how to update the landscaping to make your garden more appealing to buyers Yes, of course I've been studying A home office trained on a great river view may not be conducive to putting your head down. Still, maybe that view is worth a failed paper or two... Beacon of light Floating rectangular soffits and edge lighting combine to quietly differentiate the various working and entertaining spaces in a home designed to make the most of the views Sudima Christchurch City hotel offers boutique hospitality and connects guests to the Canterbury experience with everything from the architecture to the artworks – hospitality, personal spa Don't do your home spa by halves! The Moss Spa at the Sudima Hotel in Christchurch includes a variety of options, including this double massage room New home on the block Surrounded by a mix of contemporary and heritage buildings on a tree-lined street, Elwood House certainly stands out We know the Specialists Latest Book More Books > Trends 41-05 New Home | Kitchen | Bathroom | Renovation | Interiors | Outdoor Living Read More Recommended Business Partners Latest Award More > On show Similar Stories
