This pool has four different levels with the spa being the high point of the project 30" above finish floor of the house, level two is the glass tile wet deck just below spa spillway, level 3 is the main pool, level four is the lower trough which is at rear patio level. Homes that do not have the proper slopes for vanishing edges, can reverse the topo and create the negative edge that faces the house for a dramatic view, and create wonderful flows of water running towards the house and create incredible views

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Request Free Quote This pool in Burr Ridge, IL measures 16'0" x 40'0", and the raised hot tub measures 7'0" x9'0". The hot tub has a sheer waterfall features spilling into the pool. There is a set of square rectilinear steps in one corner of the shallow end, as well as 2 deep end benches. There are also 4 deck spray water features. The coping on the pool and hot tub is Valder's Wisconsin Limestone. The pool deck is Unilock Indian Coast Sandstone, and the stone cladding on the spa is architecturally-cut Valder's Wisconsin Limestone. Photos by Larry Huene

A beautifully designed midcentury modern patio at the Sennett Residence in Asheville, NC, created by Living Stone Design + Build. This outdoor space showcases clean lines, natural materials, with midcentury modern pool and seamless integration with the mountain environment, offering an inviting area for relaxation and entertaining.

This Parker county beauty has shade on both sides of the pool thanks to the 2 arbors. There is a flagstone beach entry, built in table, multiple waterfalls to give views from all areas of the yard. The raised spa has a natural looking stream going into the pool. The spa also has top step surrounding the seating well to give larger visual look without larger gallons & heating time. The LED lights and low voltage lighting around the pool give it a calming atmosphere at night. It is enclosed in Granbury chopped stone screen walls with stone archway to help block out the driveway. Pool designed by Mike Farley and constructed by Claffey Pools. Photos by Mike Farley

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Request Free Quote This freeform pool measures approximately 900 square feet. The 8'0" round spa sits nicely inside the swimming pool footprint, and both bodies of water are covered by the unique Deck-on-Deck "Picture Frame" automatic pool safety cover feature. This system allows an automatic pool cover to fit over a non-rectilinear pool. Valder's Flamed Gray pool and spa coping surround the pools. Valders Limestone pavers make up the two levels of decking and seating areas.

Builder: Faulkner Perrin Architect: SHM Interior Designer: Studio Thomas James Landscape Architect: Bonick Landscaping Photographer: Costa Christ Media

The backyard is designed around a traditional rectangular pool, with custom-sized fired adobe pavers crafted in Mexico specifically for the project. The large steel sash window and door assembly, 12 feet tall and 12 feet wide, offers a luxurious view of the pool courtyard, and the view continues to the lushly vegatated Reatta Wash and up to the mountains beyond. The house wraps around the pool area, creating an "estate" feel that is more commonly in nearby residences of far grander sizes. The tones of three-coat stucco wall finish blend perfectly with the pavers, water, and desert vegetation to create an authentic and satisfying environment, well suited to Scottsdale's climate. Design Principal: Gene Kniaz, Spiral Architects; General Contractor: Eric Linthicum, Linthicum Custom Builders; Photo: Josh Wells, Sun Valley Photo

Spa design utilizing Viking Inground Spa Shell with Paver Decking and Waterfall. Uses underground 1500 gal. Rainwater Tank for Eco-Friendly Plant Watering & Waterfall Source Design & Pic's by Doug Fender Const. By Doug & Craig Fender dba Indian Summer Pool and Spa

We needed a crane to install this pool and deck staircase after grading this steeply sloped lot in McLean, VA. Large steeping stones set in grade provide access from the wrought iron spiral staircase and upper patio to the IPE pool deck below.

Designed By: Richard Bustos Photos By: Jeri Koegel Ron and Kathy Chaisson have lived in many homes throughout Orange County, including three homes on the Balboa Peninsula and one at Pelican Crest. But when the “kind of retired” couple, as they describe their current status, decided to finally build their ultimate dream house in the flower streets of Corona del Mar, they opted not to skimp on the amenities. “We wanted this house to have the features of a resort,” says Ron. “So we designed it to have a pool on the roof, five patios, a spa, a gym, water walls in the courtyard, fire-pits and steam showers.” To bring that five-star level of luxury to their newly constructed home, the couple enlisted Orange County’s top talent, including our very own rock star design consultant Richard Bustos, who worked alongside interior designer Trish Steel and Patterson Custom Homes as well as Brandon Architects. Together the team created a 4,500 square-foot, five-bedroom, seven-and-a-half-bathroom contemporary house where R&R get top billing in almost every room. Two stories tall and with lots of open spaces, it manages to feel spacious despite its narrow location. And from its third floor patio, it boasts panoramic ocean views. “Overall we wanted this to be contemporary, but we also wanted it to feel warm,” says Ron. Key to creating that look was Richard, who selected the primary pieces from our extensive portfolio of top-quality furnishings. Richard also focused on clean lines and neutral colors to achieve the couple’s modern aesthetic, while allowing both the home’s gorgeous views and Kathy’s art to take center stage. As for that mahogany-lined elevator? “It’s a requirement,” states Ron. “With three levels, and lots of entertaining, we need that elevator for keeping the bar stocked up at the cabana, and for our big barbecue parties.” He adds, “my wife wears high heels a lot of the time, so riding the elevator instead of taking the stairs makes life that much better for her.”

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The gabled cabana features an outdoor living space, fire table and water feature combination, enclosed bathroom, and a decorative cedar tongue-and-groove wall that houses a television. The pergolas on each side provide additional entertaining space. The custom swimming pool includes twin tanning ledges and a stacked stone raised spa with waterfall.

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At Betz we pride ourselves in rising to any design challenge whether it's a small yard, steep slope or conservation concerns. Although diminutive in size, this inviting 'plunge pool' makes a big impression with its dramatic zero-edge wall and top-of-slope location. Finished in white Armourcoat with a blue quartz fleck, it features both an underwater bench and semi-circular steps decoratively edged in tile. Wiarton flagstone decking and coping define the attractive seating area. (13 x 27, custom shape)

Request Free Quote This swimming pool in Winnetka, IL measures 10'0" x 18'0", and is the perfect plunge pool. The Hot tub is raised above the pool level, and measures 7'0" square. a 4'0" x 10'0" sunshelf, Jerusalem Stardust Pool and Hot Tub coping, glass tile, volleyball and basketball as well as automatic pool covers for both pool and spa. The fanciful egg sculptures overlooking the hot tub spillway and the intertwined man and woman sculpture crowning the project define the attitude of the space Photos by Larry Huene

completed in 2019 atherton, ca landscape architect | Christopher Yates from FIELD Landscape Architecture general contractor | Interspace Builders pool contractor | Paradise Pools and Gardens kitchen cabinetry | StudioBecker structural engineer | Westfall Engineers, Inc. civil engineer | Lea & Braze Engineering, Inc. energy consultant | Philip Neumann Energy Design photography | Richard Barnes