Choosing the Right Pool Shape
At NOLASCAPES Pool & Outdoors, we can help you create the perfect pool design of your choice but there are many factors that will affect this factor. So how do you choose the right pool shape? While you should consider the following points, our pool designers will also help you with your decision.
Compliment Your Backyard
A significant portion of your decision for pool shape will depend on your backyard. The amount of space available will have a big impact on your pool's layout and shape. We can provide you with the right options based on the available backyard space. A wide-open space will provide greater options for shape and size when discussing your pool installation project. The types of activities you and your family regularly engage in will also affect the shape. Some of the activities include:
- Lap swimming
- Pool parties
- Water sports
- Diving
- And more.
Rectangle Versus Oval
Oval-shaped pools are quite popular and provide an almost similar function as their rectangular counterparts. However, they have rounded edges and provide a softer appearance to the pool area. If you engage in water sports or your family likes to spend more time around the pool, choose oval.
Rectangular pools are ideal for lap swimming. They are suited for both small and large backyards since you have flexibility with the length and width. If you have avid swimmers in your home, this is the right pool shape. We can round the corners to soften the pool's looks.
Sun Versus Shade
Next, we will want you to determine whether you need a cover for your pool. Many homeowners prefer an open pool that will allow them to enjoy the sun. But others prefer a cover which makes it easier to maintain a cleaner pool.
Some pool shapes are easier to cover. For instance, rectangular pools are easier to cover with automatic covers.
Positioning Pool Entry
-
Your pool's entry design also affects your decision of pool shape. Some of the common entry designs that we work with include:
- Baja Shelf Entry: Rectangle is the most popular shape for Baja shelf pools, but we also have clients who prefer round, square, ovals, and ellipses.
- Simple Steps: There is lots of versatility with the shape of this traditional pool entry design. We design and install rounded, geometric, freeform, and square-shaped pools with this entry option.
- Beach Entry: We adhere to the International Swimming pool and Spa Code when designing a zero-entry pool design. The lagoon-style concept, including free-form, is the most popular shape and design here.
Jacuzzi Location
We can integrate a Jacuzzi with your pool in different ways. Some of the different ways this can affect your pool's design are as follows:
- Integrated Spa Design: In this case, the pool's shape and utilities will affect the location of the spa. It can be in the corner, end, or side of the pool.
- Attached Spa: Attached spas can be of any shape, but some are meant to match the design of the pool. Some designs are meant to be contrasting your pool's shape. For example, circular attached spas go better with rectangular pool shapes.
We can also create pools with raised perimeter overflow, spillover, and detached spas.
At NOLASCAPES Pool & Outdoors, we are your trusted landscape and pool contractors in New Orleans, LA with decades of combined experience. We have the experience and skills required to transform your ideas and visions into reality. If you need more information about our services, feel free to contact us right away. Call us at 504-330-8479 or send us a message from our Contact Us page.