How to Design a Garden with a Swimming Pool and Porch for Year-Round Enjoyment

Designing a garden that combines a swimming pool and a porch is an excellent way to create a unique and functional outdoor space that meets your needs throughout the year. With careful planning, this type of project can transform your garden into an ideal place to share, relax, and enjoy the space and surroundings.

Choosing the Best Location for Your Pool in the Garden

The location of the pool is key to maximising its functionality. Look for a spot with good sun exposure, as this helps keep the water at a more pleasant temperature. Privacy is also important, and you can achieve it using elements such as plants, walls, or pergolas. Additionally, ensure the pool is visually and functionally well-connected to the porch, creating a balanced and practical space.

Types of Pools for a Garden with a Porch

Depending on the size of your garden and your preferences, you can choose between different types of pools:

• Concrete Pools: perfect if you are looking for a customised, durable design.
• Prefabricated Pools: a quick and functional option, available in a variety of shapes and finishes.
• Elevated Concrete Pools: more accessible and easier to install, ideal for difficult terrains.
• Detachable Pools: flexible and practical, especially if they will only be used seasonally.

Choose the option that best suits the available space and porch design to create a harmonious ensemble.

Exagres Anti-Slip Paving for the Pool Area

One essential aspect of the design for the surroundings, edge, and interior of the pool is the paving. Exagres anti-slip pavements are ideal for ensuring safety while adding an aesthetic touch to the space. In addition to being durable and resistant, they are available in a wide variety of designs and finishes, allowing you to integrate them perfectly with the style of the porch and the rest of the garden, as well as the pool itself through the edge and basin, creating a cohesive and visually attractive design.

How to Design a Sustainable Garden with a Pool and Porch

Sustainability is an increasingly important trend in outdoor design. Here are some key ideas:

• Use environmentally friendly materials, such as sustainable ceramics from Exagres.
• Incorporate native plants that consume less water and require minimal maintenance.
• Opt for efficient irrigation systems, such as drip irrigation.
• Choose recyclable pavements like those from our collections, which contribute to a durable and responsible design.

Inspiration for Decorating a Garden with a Pool and Porch

Decor can make all the difference in an outdoor space. Incorporate elements such as paved pathways, weather-resistant furniture, and strategic lighting to highlight key areas at night. Visually connect the porch and pool using continuous paving. Add personal touches, such as planters, pergolas, or a barbecue area, to create a space that invites enjoyment. For more inspiration, visit our blog on gardens with pools or explore our garden flooring solutions and transform this area of your home into a unique space with Exagres.