# Idyllic Eco Pools The Billabong By Phillip Johnson is a Green Backyard Paradise By Jordan M | Published 2011-01-16 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/billabong-by-phillip-johnson References: [takacsphoto](http://www.takacsphoto.com/published-gallery.html) & [phillipjohnson.au](http://www.phillipjohnson.com.au/) The Billabong by Phillip Johnson is a [backyard paradise swimming pool](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inflatable-tanning-pool) that is self-sustaining and has a nonexistent carbon footprint. The pool is a non-chemical oasis that doesn't use saltwater or chlorine; it's filled with rainwater that is collected from driveways, rooftops, and other local and naturally occurring sources. For filtering, the Billabong by Philip Johnson uses [indigenous aquatic plants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blue-water-lily) that keep the water fresh, clean and perfectly ideal for swimming or bathing. Overall, the Billabong is more than just an [eco-friendly backyard pool alternative](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/three-oaks-farm): It is an immersible and peaceful paradise. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 75% | Activity: 48% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) > [Eco Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/ecoarchitecture) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Sustainable Swimming Pools:** The trend of sustainable swimming pools aims to create self-sustaining pools with minimal environmental impact. - **Natural Filtration Systems:** The trend of natural filtration systems explores the use of indigenous aquatic plants to filter and maintain the cleanliness of pool water. - **Rainwater Collection:** The trend of rainwater collection involves harnessing rainwater from local sources to fill and maintain backyard pools. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Swimming Pool Construction:** The swimming pool construction industry can explore innovative techniques and materials to create sustainable and eco-friendly pool options. - **Landscape Design:** The landscape design industry can incorporate natural filtration systems into pool designs, creating visually stunning and environmentally friendly backyard paradises. - **Water Conservation:** The water conservation industry can promote and support the use of rainwater collection for filling and maintaining swimming pools, reducing strain on local water resources. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Skylight-Topped English Pool Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/malvern-pool-house.md) - [Solar-Powered Pool Sanitizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-pool-ionizer.md) - [Unobstructive Hidden Pool Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knox-bhavan.md) - [Accessible Floating Public Pools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floating-public-pool.md) - [Garden-Surrounded Pool House](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/geometric-pool-house.md) - [Forest Sanctuary Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sadowski-house.md) - [Hillside Tranquil Off-Grid Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cooroy-house.md) - [Bamboo Luxe Pool Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/godai-pavilion.md) - [Clay Ridge Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/birdwood-house.md)