You search for a property then you find one that you really like but have one problem - it has an out-of-date pool. Should you immediately rule it out? Or can you make an entirely new feature out of it and make the property unique?
Pool repairs could be costly, plus there is not much guarantee it would work as flawlessly as a new one. Unless you can afford to deal with minor repairs every now and then (which could be exhausting, actually), why not turn it into a lower-level studio space or a fully realized auqaponic farm?
Here are 6 genius new uses for an old swimming pool according to Trulia:
The sunken patio
Work with the site rather than against it and keep some of the pool's original features like the pool's steps, depth indicators, handrails, and pool lights and turn the area into a sunken patio - a unique house feature that will definitely make your property standout. You can cover the whole area with wood planks and setup a cozy dining set in the middle; you can also add plants to induce that relaxing mood.
The practical deck
You can build a deck over the top of the pool and gain extra entertaining square footage to your backyard. Make sure to hire a professional landscape artist to ensure that the fittings are perfect and to help achieve a design that blends with the pool's original shape and structure. Don't fret the cost of this investment as it could boost your home's value over time.
The detached studio
That old, neglected in-ground pool could serve as an industrial, airy, and modern studio to add more working space to your property. Make it economical by putting up solar panels on the roof.
The peaceful pond
If you would rather take pleasure at the view of a calming water feature instead of worrying about pool maintenance, then you can turn it into a pond and bring wildlife and nature in your own backyard.
The water-wise garden
Do you live in an area that experiences scant rainfall? How about a rainwater harvesting system to keep your plants well fed? Collect rainwater from your roof and store them in recycled plastic tanks underground. Your garden will surely turn luscious and inviting as they will never get short of watering again.
The food-producing farm
Turn an old pool into a Garden Pool or a food-producing greenhouse. You can complete this ecosystem by installing solar panels and a greenhouse where you can grow herbs, vegetables, fruits, poultry, and even fish. You don't need to immediately go for a full-scale eco-farm, but a smaller project could prove the potentials of an old pool site.
