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To create the feeling of being on top of the world, this pool was built above ground level. The pool was built the same time as the two-story home, positioned on the second floor so it would be the on the same level as the kitchen, dining and living areas, which open out to the … Continue reading Creative Pool Construction →

Natural Pools have been designing and constructing quality in-ground concrete swimming pools and spas for 30 plus years. Funded by Frank and Kay Morden, Terry and Jenny McCartney now hold the rains, although Frank is still an integral member of the Natural Pools team. With more than 60 awards to their name, Natural Pools is … Continue reading Natural Pools – The Orient Express →

Natural Pools was the pioneer of the ‘natural-style’ swimming pool in Victoria. Natural Pools’ style has evolved over the past 30 years; having built swimming pools and gardens of every type and style, the company now trends towards modern classical and minimalist designs that complement today’s architectural trends. Natural Pools has always led through innovation. … Continue reading Natural Pools was the pioneer of the ‘natural-style’ swimming pool in Victoria →

The client’s brief for this swimming was for a family pool and spa large enough for exercise and for play, with an area that was suitable for young children. The location of the pool had to be suitable for the family to enjoy the sundrenched open space and had to be ideally located close to … Continue reading Stylish Pool Designs: Creating an elegant and contemporary pool. →

Simply stunning this Natural Pools project lies at the heart of an extensively renovated Toorak property. Akin to a private luxury resort, the U-shaped home surrounds a private courtyard, with the pool as its show-stopping centrepiece. The owners of the home wanted a pool that could be used for relaxation and entertaining, while providing aesthetic … Continue reading Pool Design: Luxe Appeal – A Stylish Sanctuary →

The unusual trapezoidal shape of this backyard presented the opportunity to provide the client with an L-shaped concrete pool that fully utilises the space available. Building on the unusual shapes, distinctive feature walls of the different heights and materials provide subtle eye-catching focal points, located diagonally across the garden from the main entertaining area, appear … Continue reading Backyard Pool Design: L-shaped pool to fully utilise the space →

This courtyard concrete pool is an outstanding example of intelligent design which optimises the available space for entertainment and relaxation. The original small courtyard of this home, while pleasant, was not overall functional. The clients’ brief was to provide a more open and readily accessible entertainment courtyard, with the pool and the spa to be … Continue reading Concrete Pool Design: Creating Visual Impact by maximising existing space →

Evoking the feeling of an Australian bush watering hole, this beautifully-constructed Natural Pools project was the gold medal winner at the Swimming Pool and Spa Association of Victoria’s (SPASA VIC) Awards of Excellence in 2013 in the Best Residential Natural Pool category. The pool is located on a rural property with a suitable-styled country home, … Continue reading Natural Pools: Bucolic Beauty, inspired by nature. →

As this pool area provided the only significant outdoor entertaining space for the house, the brief from the homeowners was for a pool that was contemporary, low maintenance and fully integrated to the home. The pool was to be situated in the small front garden so the working space was very tight. However, the use … Continue reading Pool Design: Classical and Minimalist Designs – Pools for all areas, big or small. →

After completing extensive renovations to an existing home, the owners of this property were ready to finish their project by upgrading their back garden. Natural Pools were engaged to design a family friendly landscape concept, including a swimming pool, which would unify and integrate with a proposed pool pavilion and several other structures. Designer Frank … Continue reading Pool Design: Turning dreams into reality →

While most people in Melbourne are happy to settle for a small to medium size swimming pool for their private use, there are others who prefer to splash out – spending a significant sum of money to construct a pool of extravagance. Here, we take a look at some of the world’s most expensive pools, … Continue reading The World’s Most Expensive Swimming Pools →

Whether it’s a courtyard pool, a concrete pool, a fibreglass pool or a lap pool, in the summer months it can be a challenge to prevent water from becoming warmed by the harsh Australian sun. Here are four handy tips to reduce pool water temperatures, helping you to stay cool this summer.   Consider an … Continue reading 4 Tips for Reducing the Temperature of a Swimming Pool in Summer →

It’s pretty rewarding to have a pool in your courtyard. You can look forward to lounging in it after work and spending long hours working on your tan. However, while it’s easy to get caught up in the more enjoyable thoughts of pool ownership, many daydreams forget a crucial task: pool maintenance. Without proper care, … Continue reading Maintenance Tips for Courtyard Pools →

  Integrating a swimming pool into your home can be a very rewarding decision, giving you something relaxing to come home to on hot summer evenings while also enhancing the value of your home. However, it’s important to plan the process of building a pool into your landscape to ensure the final look is consistent, … Continue reading Architectural Pools – Integrating a Swimming Pool into Your Landscape Design →

  Choosing to install a pool at your residence is a huge investment. Not only does swimming pool construction require a considerable sum of money, it also takes a significant amount of time, planning and adjustments to the landscape to accommodate your new pool. As this decision shouldn’t be taken lightly, we want you to … Continue reading Key Questions to Ask Your Pool Builder Before ‘Taking The Plunge’ →

So, you’ve decided to install a pool in your backyard. Congratulations! In addition to being a whole lot of fun, especially in summer, construction of a swimming pool can also make your backyard more attractive and add to the value of your property. However, before you can enjoy all the benefits of a new pool, … Continue reading Choosing the Right Pool for Your Backyard →