Pool designers can light your fire with a mesmerizing flame from fire accents such as a gas-powered lava rock fire bowl. Fountains are nothing new, but the newer foaming frothy ones have a mushroom-head effect. Rocks with built-in fountains can rise out of the pool or surround it, transforming the setting into a secluded retreat. 

There are many other options as well. For more information about pools and pool builders, visit the Association of Pool and Spa Professionals' website at apsp.org.

What are some of the latest trends in pool designs? According to pool builders, beach entries, fire features, water fountains, infinity edges and saltwater pools are all the rage. Beach entries are gradual slopes built into the pool floor that become deeper with each step.