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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 →