Lush escapes: A selection of Australia's premier pool landscaping ideas

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21 January 2024

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There's plenty of design potential for the surrounds of your pool; you can choose to focus on greenery and have your poolside feature various plants, trees and shrubs that extend your outdoor area and garden. Or you can concentrate on more functional design elements, such as choosing plants and materials that promote privacy and seclusion, or strip everything back and create a more welcoming and open environment.
This pool's landscaping features an eclectic mix of agave plants, shrubby and columnar evergreens. Featured project: Toorak - Barber Design
Ornamental grass on the pools left hand side provides a nice contrast with the stone boundary wall on the right. adding this pools visual appeal. Featured project: Erskine - Aloha Pools
These flower beds are well positioned to draw the eye to the pool, while capturing natural light. Featured project: Longueville Project 1 - Fifth Season Landscapes
Trees provide adequate shade to this pool area, without completely blocking out natural light. Featured project: Caringbah South Residence - Outfield Landscape Architecture
Pool landscaping doesn't always need to focus on plants and greenery, the right out door furniture and materials can lead the design. Featured project: Gladesville House - StudioJLA
Featured project: Elm Garden by Mud Office
This outstanding Pavilion features strategically placed LED lighting that gives the entire pool area a special atmosphere. Featured project: The Pool Pavilion - Craig Linke Bespoke Building
Soft outdoor loungers help create a functional outdoor space. Featured project: The Pool Deck Unley - Peter Woolman Architect
The clear glass fencing Featured project: Project 54 - Outside Indulgence
Pavers are a straightforward, practical choice for connecting an outdoor space with a pool area. Featured project: Payneham South - Enduro Builders
The perfect spot to relax in after a long day. Featured project: Northbridge Family Entertainer - Fluid Design
It's hard to beat this luscious, green poolside area. Featured project: Balinese Retreat @ Galston - Fluid Design
A spectacularly designed pool located in Derrinallum, Victoria. Featured project: Mt Elephant - Barber Design
This luxury pool is set in a secluded setting. Featured project: Grose Vale - 3D Environment
Featured project: 1880s Home - Wired By MJD
A fine palm tree on full display. Featured project: Kenthurst Acreage - Fluid Design