Peter Murdock

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An Oversized Pool Float Is a Must

Designer Lindsey Lane made the most of a small outdoor space by creating an oasis with a plunge pool off the quaint pool house. An oversized pool float takes lounging outdoors to the next level, and you never have to worry about tipping over in a plunge pool.

Costa Christ

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Add a Lounge Section

Off of this cottage’s primary suite, designer Javier Burkle, added a small pergola and seating area as a backdrop to the pool. The designer often changes up the furnishings in this space for cocktail hours and seated dinners.

Jonathan Jackson

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Add a Baja Shelf

The Baja shelf is a shallow landing that you can add to a plunge pool. You can use it to create a lounge area, instead of stepping down into the larger pool right away.

Douglas Friedman

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Replace the Fence with a Pool

In order to not obstruct the views of this Sonoma property, architect George Bevin and designer Ken Fulk, chose to build a narrow pool around the perimeter of this home. It wraps around the patio and eventually flows into a larger pool behind the house.

Trevor Tondro

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Give It a Garden-Like Feel

In this secret garden, author Frances Schultz finds a way to incorporate a plunge pool into the landscape design of his Hampton cottage. This charming outdoor space is perfectly entertaining and ruminating on his next novel.

jessie preza

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Maximize Every Square Inch

Designer Fitz Pullins wasn’t going to let a modest size backyard stop him from getting a pool in the backyard. They got creative with their square footage and installed a saltwater dipping pool. They even added a seating area to dine at alfresco.

Eric Piasecki

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Add a Tiny Pool House

You’ll feel like you’re permanently on vacation with this adorable pool house that sits perfectly behind this plunge pool. Float in the water for awhile and then dry off on the daybed.