Modern Pool Deck Designs That Perfectly Complete Their Homes

A vast pool deck offers space not just for a cozy seating area with lounge chairs but also for other things like a cool daybed or a dining area with benches. There’s no need to choose when you can have it all. This house designed byEstudio Martin Gomez Arquitectos is the perfect example.




A pool is just as important as the deck which sits next to it. They complement each other and they make each other better. There’s basically an infinite number of possible configurations and combinations and size is just one of the elements on which to base a choice.
Pressure-treated decking is made of fir wood treated with anti-rot and insecticide agents. It’s durable and long-lasting as long as it’s maintained properly. You should refinish a deck made from pressure-treated wood every other year using a clear sealer or stain. This is also a very viable option because of the low cost.
A slender wooden deck frames the swimming pool on one side while a staircase is placed along the courtyard wall on the other side. It’s the configuration that Czarl Architects came up with when they designed this house in Singapore. The solid walls framing the yard make this entire outdoor area seem like a very natural extension of the indoor living spaces. They also offer a high level of privacy without taking away the tropical essence of the design entirely.


When hired to design a modern extension for a 200 year old stone house in Quebec, Canada, architectHenri Cleinge faced the difficult challenge of reconciling two very different styles and architectural languages. The element which makes this transition smoother is the large deck which surrounds the pool and extends beyond the massive modern volume to also incorporate the old stone structure. The two buildings become linked and connected.
Not all swimming pools are rectangular in shape. Sure, a simple geometric shape with clean and straight lines makes the design and building process easier but sometimes it’s worth trying something different, something unique. This pool and the deck which surrounds it designed by studio CustomCrete feature a series of unusual angles. The custom shape is enough to make this small backyard memorable.

A small backyard pool with a cozy little wooden deck on the side definitely make a lovely combo but there are many other options to consider so check out some of our favorite pool deck designs below.



A house that dissolves in the landscape, this is what the clients wanted and this is whatAudrius Ambrasas architects delivered. The house is located in Vilnius, Lithuania. It features a very peculiar design with roofs that curve all the way to the ground and very smooth and fluid lines overall. The timber pergolas frame the pool deck and help to emphasize this effect even more, making this one of the most interesting and beautiful pool deck designs we’ve ever come across.

Infinity edge swimming pools are always spectacular. This one was built for a houseMelides, Portugal, designed by architectPedro Reis. The property is meant to serve as a serene retreat for contemplating and enjoying the surroundings. The pool and, by extension, the pool deck are among the most spectacular features in this case.
If you want your pool deck to maintain its beautiful look and to last as long as possible, it requires proper maintenance and that includes regular and proper cleaning.
There’s a beautiful visual coordination here between the house’s wood clad facade section, the pool house and the pool deck. This makes this courtyard look super cozy and welcoming and also maintains a simple and uniform palette of materials and colors throughout the project. The house is located inGuaíba, Brazil and was designed by4D Arquitetura.
If you want a deck that requires minimal maintenance, then vinyl/ PVC is one of your best options. Vinyl decking doesn’t contain any wood and thus doesn’t present any of the disadvantages that come with it. Of course, that also means it doesn’t quite have the same look and instead has a more artificial aesthetic. You can however get vinyl decking in various different colors which is a nice way of customizing your design.
Featuring a simple but very stylish design meant to highlight the topography and the views, this house from Croatia has a partially cantilevered volume which shades an open lounge tucked between the house, the lap pool and the elevated poolside deck. It’s an interesting combo. The design was done byLOG-URBIS.
 
This lap pool takes up most of the space in this backyard. Its shape suits the layout of this area. The wooden deck acts as a link between the pool and the house, serving as a transitional space. Notice that the pool was also raised off the ground. This sets it apart from the rest of the backyard. This was part of a project by TaC studios.