Pools96 Stories

Designers adapt a 6-acre Massachusetts property to suit a family’s modern needs while honoring the land’s agrarian past

Soak up design inspiration while flipping through this geographically and stylistically diverse album of pool photos

A landscape architect and a design-build firm team up to make this Virginia backyard a family’s favorite destination

Thanks to a new fireplace and outdoor kitchen, this active Vermont family spends lots of time outside year-round

Learn why you might consider a compact pool for a people-friendly water feature that’s at home in a variety of yards

A new pool, Piet Oudolf-inspired plantings and a renovated barn anchor an outdoor retreat in the Canadian countryside

See stunning swimming pools, picture-perfect pavilions and other splash-making features from these most-saved photos

Landscape designers turn basic backyard pools and poolscapes into inviting outdoor areas

Swimming pools ranging from streamlined to splashy have us dreaming about taking the plunge

A clever composition and a smart pool cover make the most of a tight backyard in Texas

A design-build firm helps its clients create a yard for outdoor family time and entertaining