60 Posh Plunge Pools
Check out our survey of luxurious plunge pool styles and designs. These outdoor oases will have you ready for a summertime swim.
For the Adventurous Swimmer
Liquid Arches
What might have started out as an ordinary swimming pool is transformed into an aquatic fantasyland by Platinum Poolcare. They installed eight LED laminar flow fountains and designed a fitting showpiece at the far end - a sculpture fountain mounted on a concrete basin with limestone and brick fascia and an exposed aggregate interior.
Seamless Swimming Pool
The sleek, contemporary pool has a zero edge and flows seamlessly with the lawn. The outdoor kitchen features a bar, comfortable sitting area and flat screen TVs, while a hot tub is the perfect spot to relax in this chic backyard.
Soothing Ambiance
At night, the villa casts a warm glow across the swimming pool and backyard. Trees all around provide privacy, while a custom water feature offers soothing ambient sound.
Fireside Magic
In the center of the home sits a clean, contemporary courtyard. To give the owners everything they wanted, the design team included a custom pool, modern fire pit and a patio that flows right into the kitchen. The result? A space that's ready for entertaining.
Impressive & Grand
After a dip in the pool, guests can relax and unwind in the outdoor spa. LED lighting in the pool and spa allow for nighttime enjoyment.
Lush and Lovely
Stone pavers nestled in grass outline the swimming pool. Landscaping dense with tropical plants offers privacy and a relaxing atmosphere. Pops of yellow and blue bring vibrancy and color to the pool deck.
Slide on in
The concrete boulders were constructed to take on a natural tropical feel in order to create this Balinese inspired pool. The massive waterslide is an exciting feature that connects to a swim-in cave and waterfall, and incorporates built-in speakers so visitors can listen to their favorite music.
Courtyard Refuge
A minimalist covered courtyard lounge reveals its intensely colorful interior when it's reflected by the swimming pool beneath it, revealing the warm glow of a lantern candelabra and a central fireplace otherwise contained by the room's pillared archway. In the background, a palm tree reveals a resemblance to the archway's textured pillars, demonstrating how the garden's topiary features carry through the property's architecture.
Lap of Luxury
With an elevated spa and comfortable patio seating, the home's luxurious swimming pool makes the backyard feel like an exclusive resort. Trees surround the pool, providing shade and privacy, and flowers potted in elegant urns add feminine sophistication to the outdoor space.
Tranquil Ambiance
The contemporary tropical home in Dominican Republic features a lot of windows and glass doors that blend the indoors with the out. Chic lounge chairs are the perfect spot to relax by the swimming pool.
Nighttime Lights
Recessed lighting on the roof overhang provide plenty of exterior illumination for this backyard swimming pool area. A contemporary fire pit at the foot of the pool services an inviting outdoor living space.
Oceanside Oasis
A modern beachfront home features a rooftop deck and swimming pool.
Stunning Spanish-Style
After soaking up some sun on the deck, the owners and their kids can cool off in the pool. A blue tiled accent wall with three water fountains makes the space feel even more refreshing. Credits: Architecture: Koffka/Phakos Design; Landscape Contractor: New View Landscape; Pool/spa and Masonry: Darin Marten Construction; Metal Work: Salvador Delgado
Mediterranean Magnificence
The mild climate of Sardinia can be fully enjoyed at this villa with its multiple outdoor areas including shady verandas, sunny patios and a heated swimming pool
Views for Days
Thanks to its sleek, infinity-edge design, the swimming pool blends seamlessly with the horizon. In turn, the owners can enjoy unobstructed views of the valley and ocean.
Small But Lovely
How's that for a blissful oasis? Nestled in the back corner of the yard, the swimming pool sparkles with a blue mosaic tile surround and two mini waterfalls.
Fun Fountains
A raised feature walls brings the soothing sound of water to the contemporary swimming pool. The pool has a large tanning shelf designed for grandchildren to play and adults to sunbathe. An open pavilion is the perfect spot to relax poolside and stay out of the sun.
Backyard Haven
Thanks to its sleek design, this stunning swimming pool blends seamlessly with the horizon. In turn? This feature complements, rather than competes with, it's environment.
Deck Dynamo
Nighttime is the Right Time
Glowing Grandeur
Blue in-water lighting gives this modern pool an attractive glow in the sunset light. Neutral patio tile surrounds the pool and leads out toward the lake. Fire pits frame the patio space.
