Pool Trends 2020

Your fiberglass pool installation can not only be functional; it can be trendy too. If you're planning on installing a pool in 2020, let GI Outdoors help you prioritize the latest trends to ensure your fiberglass pool is the coolest on the block.

What's old is new again, and that couldn't be truer than in pool design. As we embark on a decade where simplifying and decluttering our lives is a priority, the move back to clean and simple geometric shapes is on the rise. Freeform designs are on the decline as the crisp lines of the historically traditional square and rectangle make a comeback.

Tanning ledges, also known as a sun or Baja-shelf, had increased in popularity in 2019 and will most likely be the standard in 2020. These ledge additions are great for lounging in an expansive shallow-water 'shelf.' It's perfect for basking in the sun and staying cool, while slightly submerge in 8-16 inches of water. You can also add a bubbler that serves a dual purpose, an added play feature for kids, as well as a dramatic water element.

While water features like bubblers and waterfalls have been popular for several years, the demand for fire features continue to grow, and how to incorporate both grow in creativity. Fire and water are a perfect mix and create an aesthetically pleasing and calming atmosphere. Fire pits aren't anything new as a pool companion, but fire bowls or fire woks are. The soothing sound they put off can put you in a dream state quickly and the perfect accent to your pool design.

Another great option to individualize your pool would be adding a negative edge. A negative edge is a design that allows water to flow over one or more of the pool edges, making it appear as though you are one with the horizon as the water 'vanishes' over the side. This visual trick of a disappearing lip will help wash away the noise of a busy day.

GI Outdoors will guide you as you weigh the design options and help make your fiberglass pool the center of enjoyment for years to come!