Kikuchi & Associates No, They are 4 x 10's, doubled up. Before using an assumed beam size on a structure this large, make sure that you have a local structural engineer review all spans, connection and member size for conformance to local building codes.
Koreman Landscape Company Beautifully done. The brick patio really compliments the pergola. I love the plantings. Some nice cushions would give it a warm look.
Kikuchi & Associates This project entailed much more than just the arbor structure and pool. There were additional patios, an outdoor kitchen and about 3/4 acre of planting and irrigation. I estimate that the arbor and pool took about 2.5 months and the entire project about 4.
Kikuchi & Associates The color of this pool plaster is grey. The water, sky reflectivity then result in the blue color, enhanced by the dark blue tile at the water's edge. There are many ways to achieve this effect, but it is most successful with the cement plaster of the pool shell. The plaster method we utilized on this pool is termed "hydrazo", a method that minimizes "mottling" of the plaster over a period of years.
A Jack-on-Jack pattern is carried throughout this entire pool and seating area. Setting bricks in such a fashion can help create an illusion or feeling of a larger space then what actually exists. It is interesting how this stacked bond pattern is installed directly to the pool edge with no border.
BrickThe bricks pictured here are full-dimensioned bricks set on a concrete base for permanent stability.Cost: $7 to $9 per square foot installedPros: Individual bricks can be replaced if they become cracked or damagedLong lasting and durableCons:Needs to be resealed after power washing and other maintenanceCan feel hot on feet