Originally designed by one of the most notable landscape architects in town, this once impressive project had faltered in recent years. The pool and spa still functioned well, and the client wanted to keep it intact. In addition, they wanted to keep as much of the existing landscaping as possible. The surrounding decks, walls, and steps were fair game. At first glance, one might think that our changes were simple material changes. Upon closer inspection, however, one can see the subtle, yet transformative changes that come together to update this classic pool in a tasteful, timeless manner, and improve the flow and usability of the deck areas, while softening the feel of the massive hardscape. The subtle changes begin as soon as you walk out the back door of the house. The existing decking had a lot of what we call “tweeners”; areas that are overly generous walkways, yet not large enough to house furniture. The awkwardly small bluestone patio was expanded to accommodate a generous seating area, by pushing the step-down closer to the pool. Our talented stone mason carefully married the new bluestone into the existing, resulting in an imperceptible difference between the two. As you descend the new bluestone steps to the pool level, your bare feet will be thankful for the new smooth-finished limestone colored concrete, with a hand cut pattern carefully etched into its surface. The old red brick decking was so hot that the owners could not walk around the pool in bare feet. The brick coping was also replaced with an eased edge Pennsylvania Premier Stone which matches the new step treads throughout the project. Between the house and the pool, a large raised planter was reconfigured, giving additional space to the pool deck for a shaded lounge chair area. Across the pool, a bank of rather tall painted brick retaining walls were cut down, shortened, and moved. This lessened the visual impact of the walls, which were rather overwhelming in the space, as well as opening up a new seating area, nestled under the arms of the massive pecan at the back of the property. Rather than continuing solid decking around the entire pool, the area near these walls has been transformed to large stone stepper pads set in a sea of beautiful St. Augustine lawn. This creates a visually softened area that is still suited to setting tables and chairs when the guest list calls for additional seating. The spa area is quite possibly the most dramatic change on this project. Yet more raised planter walls divided this area into awkward spaces, unsuited to proper furniture placement. The planters were removed, new stone decks, once again expertly married into the existing, opening the area to house a large dining table and new built in bbq area. The spa itself was re-imagined with the bluestone coping, and painted brick veneer. The most impressive addition though is the new handmade glazed tiles that surround the existing cast stone water feature. This water feature was almost unnoticeable against the painted brick wall, but now the dramatic arch and pop of color draw the eye to this quaint little corner of the property.

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The house and swimming pool were designed to take full advantage of the magnificent and idyllic setting. A custom, Nutmeg Round retaining wall was built to raise and level the property and keep the swimming pool close to the home. A vanishing edge runs over 40ft along the full length of the pool and gives the illusion of dropping into the wetlands below. The pools is surrounded by an expansive, earth color Sahara Granite deck and equipped with an automatic cover. Phil Nelson Imaging

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The upper deck from the house connects the house to the pool and lounging area.
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Hill Country Contemporary House | Exterior | Paula Ables Interiors | Heated pool and spa with electric cover to protect from the fall out of nearby trees | Natural stone | Mixed materials | Photo by Coles Hairston | Architecture by James D. LaRue Architects

Using the existing shell, we were able to transform the look and feel of the pool and its surroundings. Poured concrete, Trex decks, planters, and a fly-over bridge create an engaging space with intentional poolside social areas. Linda Oyama Bryan Photography

This project feaures a 18’0” x 35’0”, 4’0” to 5’0” deep swimming pool and a 7’0” x 9’0” hot tub. Both the pool and hot tub feature color-changing LED lights. The pool also features a set of full-end steps. Both the pool and hot tub coping are Valders Wisconsin Limestone. Both the pool and the hot tub are outfitted with automatic pool safety covers with custom stone lid systems. The pool and hot tub finish is Wet Edge Primera Stone Midnight Breeze.. The pool deck is mortar set Valders Wisconsin Limestone, and the pool deck retaining wall is a stone veneer with Valders Wisconsin coping. The masonry planters are also veneered in stone with Valders Wisconsin Limestone caps. Photos by e3 Photography.This project feaures a 18’0” x 35’0”, 4’0” to 5’0” deep swimming pool and a 7’0” x 9’0” hot tub. Both the pool and hot tub feature color-changing LED lights. The pool also features a set of full-end steps. Both the pool and hot tub coping are Valders Wisconsin Limestone. Both the pool and the hot tub are outfitted with automatic pool safety covers with custom stone lid systems. The pool and hot tub finish is Wet Edge Primera Stone. The pool deck is mortar set Valders Wisconsin Limestone, and the pool deck retaining wall is a stone veneer with Valders Wisconsin coping. The masonry planters are also veneered in stone with Valders Wisconsin Limestone caps. Photos by e3 Photography.

This hybrid spa/pool was featured in newspapers all over the US including Kansas City, Chicago, and others. Large enough for kids and grandkids to enjoy and small enough to heat during winter and easy to maintain. Swimming pools for 3 seasons? 4 season swimming pools? Luxury, low-maintenance swimming pools/spa hybrids cool you off in summer or warm you up in fall and winter. With a down-sized swimming pool, loaded with amenities, your installation cost for the swimming pool is lower, your maintenance for the swimming pool is lower, your enjoyment is much, higher. Keeping a sleek-sized, luxury pool heated in winter is becoming more common in Kansas City. Think Vail or Steamboat? Nah, right here in Kansas City. Kansas City construction of swimming pool and spas· Kansas City Custom pool and spas· Kansas City ground pools and spas· Kansas City in ground pool · Kansas City in ground pool construction ·Kansas City in ground pool Missouri · Kansas City in ground pools · Kansas City in ground swimming pool · Kansas City in ground swimming pool construction · iKansas City in ground swimming pools · install swimming pool Kansas City · install swimming pools Kansas City · Kansas City installing a swimming pool · Kansas City installing swimming pool · Kansas City long narrow pool · Kansas City luxury pool. Kansas City custom swimming pool · Kansas City luxury swimming pool, Kansas City pool and deck · Kansas City pool and hardscape · Kansas City pool and landscape design build · Kansas City pool and landscaping · Kansas City pool designs · pool edge · Kansas City pool hardscape · Kansas City pool installation · Kansas City pool landscape design · Kansas City pool renovations · Kansas City pool with landscaping · Kansas City pools and hardscape · Kansas City pools and landscaping · Kansas City pools Kansas City metro · Kansas City pools Kansas · Kansas City poolscape · Kansas City swim pool · Kansas City swimming pool · Kansas City swimming pool build · Kansas City swimming pool construction · Kansas City swimming pool construction company · Kansas City swimming pool KC · Kansas City swimming pool installation · Kansas City swimming pool installer · Kansas City swimming pool installers · Kansas City swimming pool landscape · Kansas City swimming pool renovation · Kansas City swimming pool renovations · Kansas City swimming pool repair · Kansas City swimming pools · Kansas City swimming pools construction · Kansas City swimming pools installers · Kansas City swimming pools and spas

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The Pool House was completed in 2008 and contains an intimate sitting area with a facade of glass doors designed to be hidden away, a private bath, bar and space for pool storage. Photography by Barry A. Hyman. Contractor Larry Larkin Builder

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Request Free Quote This Swimming Pool and Hot Tub in Burr Ridge IL measures 20'0" x 40'0", and the spa which is inside the pool measures 7'0" x 8'0". Both bodies of water are covered by an automatic pool safety cover. The sunshelf measures 5'0" x 11'0" and has connected steps for entry and exit. The coping is Valders Wisconsin limestone as well as the decking. The pool interior is French Gray. Photos by Larry Huene

This late 70's ranch style home was recently renovated with a clean, modern twist on the ranch style architecture of the existing residence. AquaTerra was hired to create the entire outdoor environment including the new pool and spa. Similar to the renovated home, this aquatic environment was designed to take a traditional pool and gives it a clean, modern twist. The site proved to be perfect for a long, sweeping curved water feature that can be seen from all of the outdoor gathering spaces as well as many rooms inside the residence. This design draws people outside and allows them to explore all of the features of the pool and outdoor spaces. Features of this resort like outdoor environment include: -Play pool with two lounge areas with LED lit bubblers -Pebble Tec Pebble Sheen Luminous series pool finish -Lightstreams glass tile -spa with six custom copper Bobe water spillway scuppers -water feature wall with three custom copper Bobe water scuppers -Fully automated with Pentair Equipment -LED lighting throughout the pool and spa -Gathering space with automated fire pit -Lounge deck area -Synthetic turf between step pads and deck -Gourmet outdoor kitchen to meet all the entertaining needs. This outdoor environment cohesively brings the clean & modern finishes of the renovated home seamlessly to the outdoors to a pool and spa for play, exercise and relaxation. Photography: Daniel Driensky

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