In backyards all across America, the summer landscape is once again blooming with above-ground swimming pools. According to the National Spa and Pool Institute, there are about 3.5 million of these ...

Q: The house we just moved to has a rectangular swimming pool surrounded by bluestone paving. The bluestone looks beautiful, and fits with the rest of the landscaping, but it gets so hot in the sun ...

Once dismissed as the cheaper, less attractive option, they’re now being integrated into decks, enhanced with landscaping, and designed to echo the look of in-ground pools. Quarter-wrap decks, which ...

Learning more about the characteristics, pros, and cons of each pool type can help you decide which one is right for your ...

Grab the sunscreen and a pool float because you’ll want to dive right into these modern pool designs. On a hot day or balmy night, take a dip in your own pool or just enjoy the gorgeous view of your ...