=====Swimming pools have been around for a long time and play an important part in actualizing the American dream. In fact, earliest reports of s...
Hottest Trends In Pool Design For 2016 - Swimming pools have been around for a long time and play an important part in actualizing the American dream. In fact, earliest reports of swimming pools go back more than 5000 years, according to archaeological findings.
Design trends evolve constantly as new materials, technology and pool features arrive on the market. You now have more choices than ever to add interest and character to your pool. These eight trends are among the hottest for 2016.
Beach entries, on the other hand, create the same smooth walk into the water that you'd experience at the ocean. Tanning ledges allow for pool enthusiasts to enjoy a few cool, refreshing inches of water while still getting plenty of sun. Also known as a lounging ledge, this shallow waterbed, with 12″ or less of water, is perfect for keeping cool in the water while exposing your skin to a good amount of sun for tanning and relaxing. Tanning ledges are perfect for relaxing in chaise lounges, enjoy splash time with toddlers or cool off without the effort of treading water.
Perimeter overflow pools allow water to overflow the edges of the pool, where it's captured and recycled back into the pool water. It's similar to a fountain, but is over the entire pool. The constantly moving water has a wonderful and calming sound and relaxing nature. As a bonus, it also tends to be self-cleaning!




Design trends evolve constantly as new materials, technology and pool features arrive on the market. You now have more choices than ever to add interest and character to your pool. These eight trends are among the hottest for 2016.
1. Pool Structure
A traditional in-ground pool has distinct edges, typically with a deep end and a shallow end. The only way to get into the pool is by jumping in or taking the stairs and the pool typically has relatively consistent depths, a shallow end around 3 to 4' and a deep end about 8' deep. The latest trends for 2016, however, turn this convention on its head. Vanishing edge pools create the illusion that the water just keeps on going; blending seamlessly with the sky above.Beach entries, on the other hand, create the same smooth walk into the water that you'd experience at the ocean. Tanning ledges allow for pool enthusiasts to enjoy a few cool, refreshing inches of water while still getting plenty of sun. Also known as a lounging ledge, this shallow waterbed, with 12″ or less of water, is perfect for keeping cool in the water while exposing your skin to a good amount of sun for tanning and relaxing. Tanning ledges are perfect for relaxing in chaise lounges, enjoy splash time with toddlers or cool off without the effort of treading water.
Perimeter overflow pools allow water to overflow the edges of the pool, where it's captured and recycled back into the pool water. It's similar to a fountain, but is over the entire pool. The constantly moving water has a wonderful and calming sound and relaxing nature. As a bonus, it also tends to be self-cleaning!