Poolside

Poolside showcases the most beautiful swimming pools Australia has to offer, with photographers who are the best in the business of providing stunning images that captivate readers. As well as featuring amazing Australian pools, this publication also focuses on the creative philosophy of the builders and designers and their attitudes towards pool building. With more than 100 individual designs featured in every issue, this magazine informs its readers with design issues, maintenance questions, new materials and stylish poolside accessories.

FROM THE EDITOR

Poolside

POOLSIDE PANACHE • Poolside presents the latest products and news

AN OUTDOOR MAKEOVER • Renovate your pool and surrounding area to add value to your property

IT’S ALL ABOUT THE WET EDGE • All you need to know about this popular, luxury pool feature

NATIONAL POOL OF THE YEAR AWARDS 2023 2024

JUDGES PANEL • Meet the judges of the Poolside 2023-2024 Pool of the Year Awards

PERSONAL CONNECTION • An exquisite infinity-edge pool and spa that not only fits in with the Northern Beaches landscape, but has become a visual feature of the property and holds a special place in the heart of its builder and designer

AN OASIS IN THE SKY • With enviable river and city views to enjoy, these Brisbane apartment residents are on top of the world when it’s time to swim

THE ULTIMATE FAMILY POOL • Affectionately named “the Water Park”, this epic pool and spa project really does cater for all ages and is a summer haven for a water-loving Queensland family

ONE OF A KIND • With its perfect combination of style, comfort and surrounding natural beauty, this lap pool and spa is a unique oasis in the Australian bush

PERFECT HARMONY • Seamless integration between pool and entertaining areas

COSY OASIS • Compact yet elegant, this inviting display pool is the epitome of sophistication in a small space

CREATIVE CURVES • A uniquely shaped pool makes tropical resort-style living a reality

Bronze Sponsor: Aqueas

MANAGE POOL COSTS • Be a pro at managing your pool costs with a variable speed pump

CLIMATE CARE CERTIFIED: YOUR SUSTAINABLE STAMP OF APPROVAL • Enhance your time in the pool while saving water and energy with Waterco

SPASA QLD A SHOW OF EXCELLENCE • The Queensland SPASA awards celebrate the best that Queensland offers within the pool and spa industry. Here is a selection of some of the gold award-winning projects from the 2023 awards.

LIQUID LUXURY • This pool sits seamlessly high on a cliff to take advantage of its steep site and enviable Gold Coast views

COUNTRY DELIGHT • A beautifully renovated family pool that blends the natural colours of the surrounding greenery of the countryside with a magnificent pool interior finish

GARDENS BY DESIGN • While there is an art to designing a garden, proper planning is still key

ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES • An oceanfront site covered in dense vegetation is transformed into a host of enticing entertaining and recreation spaces, complete with rock pool

LAIDBACK LIVING • A precision-built garden that makes the most of a tricky sloping site

MODERN, FRESH AND ELEGANT • Gold Fence House in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs is the epitome of sophisticated and cutting-edge outdoor design in a small space

POOLSIDE PROFILES • Be inspired by the beautiful pools and spas within these pages and find out about the companies behind the designs. From themed backyard oases through to designs catering for both the home and the environment, the following pages have something for everyone

KEEPING IT SIMPLE • A Sydney family now has everything they could possibly want and need in their outdoor space, thanks to simple yet contemporary design...