More Fantasy Swimming Pools

This 20 acre, half mile long pool is in Algarrobo, Chili. Built in 2006, it is part of the San Alfanso del Mar resort, and is the largest outdoor swimming pool in the world. Looks like it could hold most of the soccer crazed Brazilians while they cool down from their loss in the World Cup. source

I featured this one last year, but the view in this photo is much better. I would simply hang over the infinity edge, mesmerized by the view. This pool is in Singapore above the Marina Bay Sands Hotel Towers. source

This indoor pool, called Tropical Island, is in Brand, Germany. It was built inside a former airplane hanger and is the largest indoor water park in the world. I think that the ball is water storage, and wonder how that tiny pipe at the base supports it. Amazing engineering!                      source

Ahhh, to be able to indulge your fantasy by building a pool that makes clear your passion, even if you can’t swim laps. I have to admit to liking the whimsy of the “baby foot” pool.

I have to admit that I like the idea of a living space in the water, easily accessible no less. At night, stars above, the sweet, unique fragrance of the sweet salty ocean salt air, and an amazing view. I would be a permanent prune after a stay here….

I laughed when I came across this one. Notice the TV. No risk of electrical shock here. The big question is “Why?”

Simple yet elegant. Infinity pools are pure design genius.

Love the fireplace at the end, and then take a look at the mountain views outside.

For me this is modern design at its best. This photo would be beautiful framed and hung on a gallery wall as art. The reflection in the pool of the house extension to the left, and its reflection in the pool with the shadow lines makes this so exquisitely balanced. Try and imagine it without this, and the effect would not be the same. The balance is further enhanced by the curvy shape of the chaises. Pristine.

Smaller pool that looks like an extension of the bay view.

I like the fire pots along the outside edge. I cannot decide when I put in a pool whether to have it very close to the house of back aways.

Elegant, simple and sophisticated.

I like the idea of a beach entry, especially if you have little ones. Negative? It takes a lot of space and harder to swim laps.

This one has it all, pool, spa and fireplace.

This pool is set among mostly evergreens, but where I am now, I would have to clean it of leaves a bit more I am afraid.

Incorporating a small waterfall near a gather area near the pool is really nice. A fire and the sound of cascading water would easily lull you to sleep.

And the ultimate summer entertainment area perhaps? My, even swimming pool design has been changed by the new technology.

And a modern design with minimal pool surround except for soft grass underfoot.