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7 Most Popular Swimming Pool Shapes and Why You Need To Install One

When it comes to building your desired swimming pool, you have to take your time to understand what can work for you and your family. This is not something to rush on. Today, there are many outstanding pool shapes and styles, whether classic rectangles, Grecian styles or freeform pools, there is something that fits every property. So if you are thinking about installing a pool in the backyard of your home, consider these seven commonly used designs:

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Infinity Pools

Also known as vanishing or negative edge pools, infinity pools offer pool design effects that can best be described as astounding. The pool gives the illusion of running over the edge into a neighborhood vista. In this pool design, water flows over a weir wall into a hidden trough before it is recycled back into the pool. If your home overlooks picturesque scenery like a mountain, ocean, or a river, then you should consider implementing this magical design.

Perimeter-Overflow Pools

In a perimeter overflow pool, the surface mimics a mirror as water overflows from all sides, functioning like a 360-degree vanishing edge. Looking at the pool from afar or overhead, it gives the appearance of a flat surface. It can be so flat and calm it’s hard to tell, except when wind or some movement cause a ripple on the surface. The perimeter overflow pool is not only great for its optical illusion effect but provides a 100% view of the water from all angles, eliminating blind spots, giving a greater visual control of space, and offering more safety.

Classic Rectangle Pool

The classic rectangle pool is perfectly suited to the luxurious and traditional home. And that’s because the pool’s straight lines will complement a property’s ageless architecture. Rectangular pools are easily the most popular pool type as many designers like to use this pool shape, it never goes out of style and complements its surroundings superbly all the time.  

Freeform Pools

Just like their name, freeform pools don’t obey the rules of geometry. They come in whatever designs you seek, which makes them great for most properties. If your home is located in a natural, tropical, or even rural setting, or you want to incorporate a pool into an already developed but asymmetrical space, then you should try a freeform pool as they blend seamlessly with these kinds of environments, appearing to be organic in origin. When enhanced through landscaping, lighting and more, a freeform pool can look like a tropical lagoon or a secret oasis. 

Geometric Pools

These pools come in geometric shapes of squares, triangles, rectangles, and other formulated shapes. Geometric shapes work best for contemporary properties. They do well in complementing the overall beauty of a property and this is why these pools are great in desert or urban settings. A geometric pool is a perfect choice for desert homes because of how well it does against the dirt and brown of an arid backdrop.

Kidney-Shaped Pools

The kidney-shaped pool has a unique soft retro look that works for different architecture styles, which is why it is a common design in many homes. This pool shape is used by many pool designers as a foundation on which to build further. You can have your customized kidney-shaped pools with accents like glass tile, natural coping, colorful plaster or textured finish.

Grecian and Roman Pools

Talk about classic rectangles going wild and this is what you get with Grecian and Roman-style pools. These pools mirror ancient art elements typically starting out as rectangles before transforming into a totally different shape. While Grecian pools have cut corners, Roman pools have rounded and stylized corners.

Both of them make a great addition to a variety of homes, but more so those of Aegean or Tuscan styles. They can look like relics from a different era when finished with a colorful glass tile and framed with Travertine coping.

Conclusion – Although this list is by no means exhaustive, however, it gives a general idea of some of the most popular swimming pool shapes to think about when looking to install a pool that harmonizes space throughout your property and gives you and your family comfort. Everything has to sync, from the inground pool to the outdoor structure and your backyard landscaping. When done right, you can look at your favorite new spot, and feel proud of the job done.

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