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One of the initial challenges for this project was the fact that I was asked to come in with a concept and design a after a number of other pool professionals. That can be an advantage in some situations where the people that preceded you all had a similar idea and concept and we go drastically in a different direction. Either way, that approach usually opens the eyes of the customer to the fact that there are other ways of seeing things and other ways of tackling a difficult site. In this case there was a more level area in a more remote part of the property which would've been easier to build on. Without question. What we offered was the ability to create something dramatic and unique and in the end became actually breathtaking. This involved doing a raised pool and spa combination built into an existing ledge that needed to be exposed and chopped out not only for the raised spa area but for the entire depth of the pool. A large amount of tree clearing was also going to be necessary as well as a plan to deal with the mountains of rock,ledge and granite that was going to come out of this excavation site. Another large challenge was that the choice of this location also made the proximity of the pool to the home extremely close. We needed to come up with a design that included planters and buffers so that the pool would not look and feel like it was too close to the house. By modifying the existing pressure-treated deck off the back of the house as well as raising what would be the final grade of the pool we were able to eliminate any railings that were present for that deck . What that achieved was a wide-open feel and look to the project . Now ,from anywhere in the back of the house the view of the pool the spa and the ledge rising up and around the entire area is a dramatic one, to say the least. The act of removing the ledge that was necessary to create this oasis closely resembled actually sculpting the ledge. We wanted and needed to preserve certain aspects of the exposed ledge areas as we wanted them to blend into the rest of the masonry that we were going to create. Steps and walkways etc. Besides aesthetics, practical solutions, for storm runoff, pockets for future planting and screening of the neighbors properties was a large part of our design and challenge. We were able to blend some of the larger ledge pieces that were excavated into the hard scape, the retaining walls the stone veneer surrounding the spa as well as unique coping pieces and the diving rock. We even used pieces of the ledge as grab rails for the custom swim out in the deep end. Matching granite was used to veneer all the underwater steps benches and swim outs. The spa was designed and constructed with party mode in mind. From the custom stone veneer entrance steps to the multilevel benches and our exclusive" deep soak" hydrotherapy well, it was all part of a custom concept. We actually measure as a tailor would, the dimensions of our hydrotherapy wells to the specific customer. which sometimes comically means that one spouse might be in over their head. In this case we were lucky as the dimensions seem to fit both spouses correctly. In other projects we have actually done his and hers deep wells so that everyone is happy!

www.deckandpatio.com Waterfall’s pristine clear water is collected in pondless reservoir, acting as “green” maintenance-free source of fresh water for water feature.

Waterslide, Natural Rock Waterfall, Plaster Swimming Pool, Spa, Travertine Decking, Natural Dive Rock, Sundeck with Chairs and Umbrellas.
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Backyard And Pool Designer in Mount-Sinai NY, please contact Gappsi. This large free-form vinyl lined swimming pool was built by Gappsi in Mount Sinai, Long Island NY. This very unique layout incorporates a wooden bridge going across the narrow part of the swimming pool. A basketball hoop was installed on the side of the bridge facing the shallow area creating a perfect play area for grown ups and kids to enjoy. In the shallow area, a curved sundeck was built to accommodate lounge chairs, and to enter the pool, five steps were installed leading down to a 48 inch shallow pool area. Three LED jet bubblers were installed on the second step creating a very elegant water feature and accent. If you need a Backyard And Pool Designer in Mount-Sinai NY please contact gappsi at 631-543-1177. The swimming pool was equipped with Pentair LED lighting, a saltwater-chlorine system, a gas heater, a DE filter system, and full automation. As a Backyard And Pool Designer in Mount-Sinai NY we are professional and take in consideration all aspect of functionality and decoration. A custom three-tier water feature and custom slide combination was built with elevated natural moss rocks contained within a tight footprint. Natural granite step risers were used to reach the slide, and a diving rock was installed next to the waterfall in the deep end of the swimming pool. A custom rail system ornate the steps to the slides and also makes it safe while in use. A custom-shaped gunite spa was built following the pool shape with 3 spillovers into the swimming pool, the finish of the inside of the spa was made with stonescapes pebble, the outside spa walls were veneered with quartzite ledgestone, and the spa coping was made out of polished granite and custom cut to follow the hot tub shape. A Timbertech deck is built next 2 the house with a large cooking island. The pool coping and patio were paved with Cambridge Toffee Onyx XL ledge stone. The backyard was built into a sloped and very wooded private background of trees and nature. Gappsi provides Backyard And Pool Designer Services in Mount-Sinai NY 1-3177. Feel free to visit our website also at Gappsi.com.

Waterslide, Natural Rock Waterfall, Plaster Swimming Pool, Travertine Decking, Natural Dive Rock, Sundeck with Chairs and Umbrellas.
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The Pacific is a medium sized straight-form pool with a depth designed for a decorative diving rock or board. The Pacific's length makes a great area for many family members and guests to enjoy! Learn more about The Pacific and see our complete line here: www.copanopools.com

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The hot tub is seamlessly sunk into a flagstone step & covered to keep the heat in. Tropical plants surround the pool area and large, decorative boulders make diving into the deep end fun. Glass pool tiles sparkle when the sun or night lights shine on them.

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This bluestone wall is part of a backyard resort with endless hours of entertainment in Middletown, NY. This remarkable hosting sanctuary welcomes guests for long days in the sun by the pool and warm nights by the rustic, expansive outdoor bar and kitchen. When guests enter this outdoor oasis, they can travel in and out of the water with ease using the bluestone beach entry, even lounging directly in the water if they choose to use the sun ledge. A curated collection of Unilock pavers and Bluestone work their way through the space, blending it with the rural surrounding property. For more excitement in the day, two waterslides weave through the natural rock structures, surrounded by rushing waterfalls and a one-of-a-kind stone diving rock. To complete the day, this resort includes a full-service kitchen and bar just off the lounging and pool areas, providing everything a guest desires for a total escape from life's rhythm.

THIS IS A 24' X 44' MOUNTAIN LAKE POOL. IT HAS A 12' RADIUS VINYL STEP. A DIVE ROCK AND WATERFALL ADD TO THE NATURAL SETTING. A BULLNOSE BRICK AND BRICK PATIO SURROUND THE POOL. A ROCK RETAINING WALL WAS BUILT BECAUSE OF AN ELEVATION CHANGE. WITH PLANTINGS IN FRONT AND BEHIND THE WALL, A VERY NATURAL SETTING WAS CREATED.

A second bluestone stepping stone path leads away from the back step to the diving rock and the deep end of the pool. Stepping stones allow you to leave some softspace (green grass, plantings etc.) so there's not too much hardscapes (concrete, pavers, etc.). www.deckandpatio.com

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