A Unique, Natural Experience
A unique addition to any garden that quickly becomes the focal
point, a natural swimming pool (bio pool) offers not only
chemical-free water but also the tranquil, healing sound of
water moving, an abundance of wildlife and beautiful year round
viewing.
Custom designed to fit your tastes &
seamlessly blended into the natural surroundings, a natural pool
can be formal, contemporary or naturalistic. The water's edge
may be finished with grasses, marginal plants, stone/tile coping
or even large natural boulders.
Natural swimming
pools are highly customizable with features such as lap pool
area, beach, wetlands, diving stones and more.
Crystal-clear water,
chemical-free experience
The water is kept clean by a combination of a natural wetland
upflow filter system & Aqua Forte’s award-winning filtering
technology which comes in 5 stages for any project. This
world-renowned technology keeps the water crystal-clear
year-round & hygienically filtered. The wetland (regenerative
zone) is filled with an array of various plants to create a
perfect biological balance while aiding in the amazing water
clarity. With the natural wetland & Aqua Forte’s filtering
technology, we achieve crystal-clear water that is soothing &
regenerative.
More than a pool
Natural pools aren't only about swimming. They're a magical
place for family fun, relaxing beside the water, alfresco dining
and outdoor living. And with endless opportunities for in-pool
and beside-the-water features our design and pool-building teams
bring your vision alive to make your natural pool unique.
Most natural pools have a sun deck or paved area as
a living space adjacent to the water too. And for the ultimate
luxury, you can include a cabin, hot tub or sauna to create your
ideal year-round outdoor lifestyle.
Differences between traditional pools
& natural swimming
pools/bio pools
Traditional Pool
Chlorine or salt chlorine
High yearly maintenance costs
(average $1,500-3,000)
Square/rectangular shape
Red
eyes, dry skin
Large, high wattage pumps
Natural Swimming Pool
No chemicals
No expensive chemical costs, low
maintenance
Natural shape that fits in with natural
surroundings
Refreshing natural water, healthy for your
skin
Small, low wattage pumps
Additional Benefits
Flexible Design
Multiple design options including naturalistic,
contemporary, and formal
Family Friendly
Design possibilities such as beaches and in-pool features
like jetties, stepping stones and boulders
Extended Swimming Season
Long swimming season with natural thermalgain (temperatures
reaching 28c in summer) & optional heater system for
winter
Low Maintenance & Costs
Less maintenance than a traditional pool, optional pool robot makes things even easier. Significantly less yearly running costs (80-90%)
Abundance Of Wildlife
Perimeter plantings, combined with a wetland filter
system, attract birds, dragonflies & butterflies
Beautiful Year Around
Changes with the seasons like a garden &
blends seamlessly with your garden & home
Pricing
Each project is unique and depending on many variables, pricing can vary significantly. The pricing below is to serve as a general guideline for a natural pool built with 1.2-1.5mm EPDM non-toxic liner, steel reinforced concrete walls, stone boulder rim, waterfall, wetland upflow filter system combined with Aqua Forte’s type III filtration technology (skimmer sieve, backwash filter, UV-C & ozone).
50m2
€50,000
80m2
€75,000
150m2
€135,000
300m2
€225,000
Gallery
Limestone Natural Pool
Limestone natural pool, negative edge & wetland upflow filtration. Location: Mirando Do Corvo, PT
Granite NSP & Hot Tub
Granite natural swimming pool & hot tub with tile finish. Location: Malibu, California
Sonoma Fieldstone NSP
Sonoma Fieldstone waterfall & pool with 4m Flagstone bridge. Location: San Francisco Garden Show, California - Award Winner
Slate NSP & Koi Pond
Slate stone waterfall & poc Japanese bridge, koi pond & tropical plant theme. Location: Carmel Valley, Ca
Infinity Edge NSP
Natural lap pool with infinity edge. Location: Jenner, California.
Grotto Natural Pool
Slate stone grotto with hidden hot tub behind the waterfall. Waterfall spills into swimming pool. Location: Carmel Valley Garden Show, California Innovation Award Winner
Natural Pool Conversion
Traditional chemical pool converted into bio pool. Water feature added with waterfalls spilling into hot tub & pool. Location: Aptos, California
Modern Bio Pool
Bio pool with infinity edge, modern design, limited plantings & state of the art bio bead filtration with UVC & ozone. Location: Ithaca, New York
Limestone Natural Pool
Limestone NSP with high alkaline water; very soothing. Location: Carmel Valley, California
Bio Pool & Hot Tub
Bio pool & hot tub with pergola & outdoor dining. Complete chemical-free filtration with bio bead filters, UVC, ozone & silver ionization. Location: Atherton, California.