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Bedroom - small transitional master medium tone wood floor and brown floor bedroom idea in Portland with beige walls and no fireplace

Mid-sized modern brown two-story wood exterior home idea in Portland with a shingle roof
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Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic l-shaped medium tone wood floor kitchen remodel in Orange County with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone countertops, green backsplash, glass tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island
Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic l-shaped medium tone wood floor kitchen remodel in Orange County with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone countertops, green backsplash, glass tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

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Example of a mid-sized trendy master white tile and porcelain tile porcelain tile and gray floor freestanding bathtub design in Other with flat-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, a two-piece toilet, white walls, an undermount sink, quartz countertops, a hinged shower door and white countertops
Example of a mid-sized trendy master white tile and porcelain tile porcelain tile and gray floor freestanding bathtub design in Other with flat-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, a two-piece toilet, white walls, an undermount sink, quartz countertops, a hinged shower door and white countertops

Example of a mid-sized danish enclosed light wood floor and beige floor family room design in Portland with white walls, no fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

A great shot of a living room "in action". Notice the Roman Shades, Skylight AND artwork over the TV "moving"? With Media Decor Television solutions, you choose the artwork and the frame, and they customize it to fit your TV. Motorized by Lutron QS drive/motor, this moveable art is silent!

Conrad roller Shades with Lutron window covering control systems. Come see our beautiful showroom for 100's of options of these beautiful handmade window treatments

Backyard features an enclosed landscape that gives breathtaking views throughout different seasons which indicates that the experience of this house in terms of light and view gets better with every other season.

This kitchen had a wall dividing it from the den and felt closed in. We removed the wall and the soffet to give it an open look.
Mid-sized transitional u-shaped porcelain tile eat-in kitchen photo in Orange County with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island
Mid-sized transitional u-shaped porcelain tile eat-in kitchen photo in Orange County with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

This master bathroom had a bathtub that was never used and a small vanity. We removed the tub, increased the size of the shower and vanity. A pony wall was added to allow for a corner bench in the shower. Photo by Mike Sasso

The Legendary Rockstar Pool Build — A Backyard Concert Venue and Custom Swimming Pool
The Rockstar Pool is one of the most ambitious, imaginative, and large-scale residential pool builds ever completed by Legendary Escapes. Designed and built by Al Curtis, this project was created for a homeowner whose entire life revolves around performance, music, and living boldly.
This is far more than a swimming pool.
It is a backyard concert venue, a sculpted grotto, a hot tub, a swim-up bar, a VIP lounge, a performance platform, and a fully engineered artistic environment built as a single cohesive experience.
A Client With a True Rockstar Life
The homeowner’s request was simple in spirit but extraordinary in scale: create a pool environment that matched a life centered on creativity and performance. His background includes jousting at the Michigan Renaissance Festival, on-stage theatrical work, a home rebuilt around music and entertainment, and longstanding connections within the rock world. With a 16-acre horse farm and a passion for bold design, he needed a pool that reflected his personality.
His project requirements included a grotto, waterfall, hot tub, swim-up bar, performance area, and multiple lounging zones. Every feature had to feel original, dramatic, and purposeful.
The Design Vision
Designer and builder Al Curtis immediately recognized that this build needed to be expansive, theatrical, and seamlessly integrated into the landscape. The pool needed to make a statement without obstructing panoramic views of the surrounding farm and open sky.
The spark for the design came from an unexpected source: steel grates salvaged from an old carnival tilt-a-whirl ride. This inspired the concept of a floating performance stage built over the pool. What began as a small idea quickly grew into a large-scale platform complete with a concrete stage, integrated lighting, waterfalls, backstage areas, and custom metalwork. As the stage expanded, so did the pool, the patio, and the entire environment—ultimately transforming the backyard into a private amphitheater.
Repurposed Materials Used as Art
Legendary Escapes is known for incorporating reclaimed materials into artistic, sculptural pool environments. This project includes an extraordinary collection of repurposed components:
Tilt-a-whirl steel used as the main stage structure
Carnival flooring panels transformed into large fire-feature guitars
Trumpet and trombone bells refitted as lighting fixtures
Reclaimed street lamps custom-painted for poolside lighting
3D-printed album covers used as illuminated wall panels
Concrete replicas of Marshall speakers integrated under the stage
Every material was selected to bring character, history, and energy to the space.
Artistic Features and Highlights
The Rockstar Pool includes numerous custom artistic elements, such as:
A ten-foot mosaic “album cover” inset into the pool floor
Eight-foot sculpted guitars along the fence line
Guitar-shaped fire features
Backlit album panels positioned just above the water
A “Rockstar” sign paired with sculpted concrete amplifier towers
A VIP seating area built from restored tilt-a-whirl ride cars
Every corner of the environment contains layered artistic details.
Engineering Challenges and Solutions
Creating a fully functional concert stage over the deep end of the pool required extensive planning and engineering. Key complexities included:
Designing a safe, weight-bearing steel and concrete stage structure
Adjusting stage elevation mid-build to achieve optimal height
Installing three complete filtration systems concealed beneath the stage
Applying ecoFinish throughout the pool, spa, and grotto
Rebuilding existing decking and integrating a three-story observation tower
Ensuring the massive pool structure preserved the property’s sightlines
The technical demands of this project were matched only by the creative vision behind it.
The Legendary Team
This build was completed by a multi-generational team of craftsmen and artists, including:
Al Curtis – Designer and builder
Jesse Curtis – Project manager and construction artist
Mark Curtis – Filtration systems and plumbing
Annie Curtis – Stonework and water features
Karen Olson – Tile, stonework, and patio murals
Frank DiPiazza – Structural construction and decking
Brendan Schafer – On-site support and maintenance
dbaker designs – Custom mosaic creation
Daren Baker – Custom metal guitars and lighting elements
Each contributor played a critical role in shaping the final environment.
A Client Who Trusted the Process
As with many Legendary Escapes projects, this build evolved organically. The homeowner provided inspiration and trust, allowing the team to respond to the evolving environment. Several features—including the guitar fence, fire elements, and VIP seating area—were conceived and built during the process as the design revealed new opportunities.
The Final Result
The Rockstar Pool is now a fully functional concert venue, swimming pool, artistic installation, and outdoor living space. It is dramatic, expressive, engineered with care, and truly one-of-a-kind. This project reflects the homeowner’s personality and passion, and stands as one of the most ambitious designs ever produced by Legendary Escapes.

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Example of a large transitional master gray tile and stone tile porcelain tile bathroom design in Orange County with a vessel sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble countertops and a two-piece toilet
Example of a large transitional master gray tile and stone tile porcelain tile bathroom design in Orange County with a vessel sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble countertops and a two-piece toilet
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