5 Swimming Pool Designs for Different Lifestyles by MyProperty

As the summer season approaches, many are craving to take a dip in a swimming pool or cold spring. A lot of people in Metro Manila are dreaming of taking vacations outside of the city–some can only dream about the white sand beaches of Boracay Island, others prefer to visit the pristine sand bars of Leyte, while others are raring to dip in the sapphire waters of Batangas. You might even catch yourself daydreaming about how convenient it is to have a pool by the yard, given all these restrictions in our GCQ bubble. 

Thinking about installing a pool in your home this summer? Pick from these five swimming pool designs to suit your home and lifestyle.

Family or Wading Pool

Perhaps the most common in family homes, a family pool caters to the homeowner’s leisure. These usually have a shallow and deep end to accommodate kids, beginner swimmers, adults, and more veteran swimmers. The average size of family pools is 18 feet x 36 feet (5.4 meters x 10.9 meters).

 

You may have a round, oval, rectangular, or Greek style for the shape of your pool. Add fun elements such as slides, tunnels, stairways, and water features your kids and guests will surely enjoy.

Indoor Pool

Indoor pools are found inside a home or a building. Such examples are gymnasium swimming pools and indoor hot spring resorts. Indoor pools are ideal for those who want to enjoy swimming all year round since the waters aren’t too cold during the chilly months and the weather not too hot during the summer. Indoor pools are also ideal for people who want more privacy when swimming or training.

 

Of course, building an indoor pool means having ample space in your home to make room for it. It is also crucial to manage the humidity level in the room. Doing so prevents mold growth and rotting wooden features. A dehumidifier is your best bet in regulating the moisture level.

Lap Pool

These long and narrow pools are designed for fitness training. Lap pools are most suitable for homeowners who treat their swim sessions as sweat sessions. However, their narrowness and length are design solutions for properties with smaller lot areas. They’ll fit tiny strips of backyard land and are perfect for both swimming workouts and casual swimming sessions.

 

Lap pools aren’t only functional, but also aesthetically pleasing. In this sense, they provide interesting contrasting lines between the indoors and outdoors, especially if you have large glass windows. Looking from the inside, the lap pool makes for an eye-catching design element. With natural or artificial light bouncing from the water and reflecting onto the ceilings or walls, your pool will have an appealing purpose in your space.

Infinity Pool

Also known as the vanishing edge pool, infinity swimming pools offer an optical illusion wherein it appears as if one of the ends drops to a waterfall. Such a design is intended to highlight scenic views. Therefore, it’s most suitable for homeowners whose homes boast breathtaking landscapes. If your vacation home is located near a beac, having an infinity pool is the best option among all other designs as it offers an endless line of sight, making the pool appear that it flows to the expansive ocean. 

 

Keep in mind that infinity pools are more costly than other pool designs. They are custom-built and may require additional considerations for the catchment and recirculation systems–features that drive up the cost of your pool.

Spool

A combination of “spa” and “pool,” spools are best for homes with limited outdoor space because they are relatively smaller than the average swimming pool. They are also great for homeowners who don’t enjoy conducting construction works in their yard, such as excavating land. If you live in a home with a smaller outdoor space, above-ground pools like spools will fit your preference. Install features such as massaging jets and jet sprays to mimic the relaxing experience of jacuzzi and spa resorts.

 

Swimming pools are great outdoor amenities that add leisure and aesthetics to any home. And with these five swimming pool types, homeowners can select which will suit their home and lifestyle needs.

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