Fresh and green: Design trends in swimming pools and landscaping

It’s time to get your pool ready for next summer, making sure it hosts the most epic dives, the most fun parties and the most refreshing moments of the season. But first get to know the main design trends in swimming pools and landscaping: fresh, green ideas that combine creativity with serenity and water and earth in perfect harmony to create oases of luxury.

The importance of pool design

Design plays a key role in creating visually appealing and highly functional swimming pools. In addition to beautifying the environment and arousing positive emotions, it maximizes the use of space and awakens unique sensory experiences through the balanced union of natural and built elements.

What should you consider when designing and landscaping a swimming pool?

Shape, size, lining and lighting are some of the design elements you should consider when you start planning the construction or remodeling of your pool. Take into account your personal preferences, the architecture of the home and the landscaping to create an incredible outdoor space.

When it comes to landscaping, you should carefully select the plants and the arrangement of other elements such as waterfalls and fountains, to create a harmonious atmosphere, foster a smooth transition between the pool and garden area and enhance interaction with nature.

Pool design trends

Before you put on your swimsuit to take a dip in the most sophisticated pool around, you need to find out about the main design trends in swimming pools 2024, which reflect technological innovations, but also changes in users’ lifestyles and aesthetic preferences.

Infinity pools

Infinity pools continue to be in fashion because they invite the sky to embrace the water, creating an illusion of continuity and providing a feeling of luxury and perfect integration with the environment. They are a popular choice for people looking for a sophisticated and exclusive lifestyle.

Natural pools

Natural pools, inspired by lakes and ponds, are also part of the pool design trends thanks to their ability to blend harmoniously with the surrounding landscape. What’s more, as they use organic materials and natural filtering techniques, they manage to create a more eco-friendly and sustainable environment.

Smart pools

Smart pools – with automations and sensors that control water temperature, water quality, lighting, cleaning times and security systems – are another trend that is here to stay, at least in homes where you want to achieve greater convenience and efficiency, and control everything via mobile apps!

Sustainable swimming pools

Sustainable swimming pools, which contribute to preserving natural resources and reducing environmental impact, are in vogue in 2024 due to a series of ecological features, such as: filtration systems that reduce water and chemical consumption; reuse of rainwater to fill the pool and water the surrounding area; ecological materials such as certified wood and natural stone; use of solar energy for water heating and energy-saving LED lighting, among others.

Swimming pools with creative coatings

Pools with creative coatings and innovative materials, such as glass tiles, colored inserts and resin or synthetic wood finishes, are also on our list of pool design trends, largely due to their contemporary aesthetics, elegance and customizability.

Landscaping trends to complement pool design

Landscaping around the pool is fundamental to creating a cohesive, striking and harmonious leisure space. Learn about some current strategies that integrate elements effectively:

• Shrubs, palms and perennials to soften the transition between pool and garden or surrounding area.
• Lush tropical plants to recreate a relaxing tropical atmosphere: where every ray of sunshine invites you to relax in the shade of the palm trees!
• Decorative stones, fountains and waterfalls to add a special touch to the room.
• Decks, patios and rest areas around the pool to provide functional spaces where you can place sun loungers and tables and chairs to relax and socialize.
• Natural coverings, such as stone, wood and gravel, to make a natural transition between the water and the landscaping.
• Strategic outdoor lighting for a warm and inviting atmosphere, which also promotes safety at night.

Pool cleaning and maintenance trends

And finally, we invite you to discover the latest trends in pool cleaning and maintenance, a variety of solutions to make the job easier and simpler. Among them:

• Intelligent systems to clean the pool remotely. Using an app on your smartphone, you can program an automatic vacuum cleaner, for example, and keep the bottom of your pool free of dirt, algae and debris!
• High-performance, energy-efficient remote-control pumps for residential swimming pool filtration systems, which guarantee a reduction in electricity consumption of up to 80%.
• Ecological and safe chemical products for the environment and for users, which do not compromise the effectiveness of cleaning and treating pool water.

• Salt chlorinator, regulation and treatment of pool water with remote control.
• Automatic and mobile pool covers to help keep pool water clean and heated, contribute to safety, reduce evaporation and heat loss and facilitate general maintenance.

With all these design trends in swimming pools and landscaping in the surrounding areas, combined with innovative solutions for cleaning and maintaining the pool in good condition, we’re sure that the next step will be to invite your family or friends for a well-deserved dip.

And if the pool isn’t ready yet, don’t hesitate to get in touch with Pools & More: let us take your vision beyond the limits of imagination and create an elegant, captivating and safe outdoor haven.