Swimming pools used to fit a traditional rectangular mold. Fast forward to today and not only has their shape evolved but so have their features, colors, contents and surrounding landscape. Prepare to be inspired by this compilation of the latest trends in swimming pools!
Swimming Pool Trend #1: Built-In Seating
Sometimes you want to grab a seat beside the pool with a good book. Other times, especially on those hot summer days, you’d prefer the comfort of being able to sit right inside your pool. Built-in seating provides this option. You can opt for a tanning ledge that doubles as a play area, or a curved bench that provides the added comfort of a backrest (or a combination of the two).
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Swimming Pool Trend #2: Darker Colors
Light blue has long been the staple of swimming pool designs. But more recently, we’ve seen colors emerge that are outside of the box — specifically, darker shades of blue, grey and even black. What’s appealing about these shades extends beyond the lagoon-style look they provide. The darker colors absorb more heat from the sun than their light-colored counterparts, so these pools will stay warmer with less energy (meaning lower heating costs for homeowners like you).
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Swimming Pool Trend #3: Saltwater Pools
What better way to recreate the feel of being at the ocean than with a saltwater pool? That’s just one reason this style of swimming pool has become a favorite choice for residential landscapes. Saltwater pools are known for being gentler on one’s body and clothes than chlorine-filled pools, while also making the water softer on the skin for an even more enjoyable swimming experience.
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Swimming Pool Trend #4: Lighting
Pools can be enjoyed in the daytime, but that doesn’t mean the fun and relaxation should have to end there. In an effort to extend the use of their pool into the evening hours, more homeowners are investing in landscape lighting (specifically LED lighting) around their backyard pool area. Some have even taken things a step further and included lighting directly in the interior of pools, which can add a warm glow to the entire pool and highlight features like steps and waterfalls.
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