Underlighting surrounding this custom diving/jumping platform. A great gathering space poolside as well to sit and enjoy the waterfall. Photo by Tim Schoon

This project won in the 2013 Builders Association of Metropolitan Pittsburgh Housing Excellence Award for Best Urban Renewal Renovation Project. The glass bowl was made in the glass studio owned by the owner which is adjacent to the residence. The mirror is a repurposed window. The door is repurposed from a boarding house. George Mendel

Upper deck is highlighted by tall fire bowls, and can accommodate a sound system, DJ, or small band. Water features add auditory and visual enjoyment and bold lighting creates a dramatic mood as the sun sets. Jumping stone has a waterfall and under lighting. Control pad near the spa allows for a custom experience, adjusting lighting and jets. Custom-designed spa easily accommodates 6 users. Circular shape of the spa is echoed in the surrounding circular patio design. Photo by Tim Schoon

Closeup of glass tile. Iridescent glass tile is a popular feature and requires expert craftsmanship. The luminescent quality of the tile changes with the sunlight and the moonlight. Photo by Tim Schoon

View from the upper deck at night. Awe-inspiring lighting surrounding the pool and the home. Beauty to see whether you are inside or out. Custom lighting accents the spa and waterfall. Covered patio at right creates an outdoor room. Photo by Tim Schoon

Custom water feature makes a rhythmic visual and auditory pattern above the sun shelf. A fluid segue from patio to pool. These jets are lit with color-changeable LED lights for a stunning night-time display. Photo by Tim Schoon

A view from the outdoor bar. Coordinated strip LED lighting creates just the right ambiance for the view of the pool, diving platform, spa, sun shelf and water feature. Everything about this environment is so inviting! Photo by Tim Schoon

The mechanical room for this stunning pool, spa, and water features is hidden underneath the patio/fire sconces. Attractive landscaping completes the scene. Beautiful to look at from all angles! Clever design makes this project stand out. Photo by Tim Schoon

In-pool spa is totally encased in stunning iridescent glass Lightstreams tile. Tile trims the steps and bench for a coordinated look. We created lever concrete cast site pavers on the auto cover lid for a coordinated integration with the deck. Control pad near the spa allows for custom use of the environment. Photo by Tim Schoon

Design of the pool and set in spa accommodates family fun and gorgeous elegance. Sun shelf, benches, diving platform, stairs and spa combine to make this an excellent place for lounging and entertaining. Sport pool is deepest in the center. Upper deck is highlighted by tall fire bowls, and can accommodate a sound system, DJ, or small band. Water features add auditory and visual enjoyment and bold lighting creates a dramatic mood as the sun sets. Control pad near the spa allows for a custom experience, adjusting lighting and jets. Custom-designed spa easily accommodates 6 users. Circular shape of the spa is echoed in the surrounding circular patio design. Tim Schoon

Design of the pool and set in spa accommodates family fun and gorgeous elegance. Sun shelf, benches, diving platform, stairs and spa combine to make this an excellent place for lounging and entertaining. Water features add auditory and visual enjoyment and bold lighting creates a dramatic mood as the sun sets. Outdoor bar/kitchen completes this lovely space. Watch a movie from the spa or enjoy a meal poolside! Photo by Tim Schoon

Design of the pool and set in spa accommodates family fun and gorgeous elegance. Sun shelf, benches, diving platform, stairs and spa combine to make this an excellent place for lounging and entertaining. Upper deck is highlighted by tall fire bowls, and can accommodate a sound system, DJ, or small band. Water features add auditory and visual enjoyment and bold lighting creates a dramatic mood as the sun sets. Control pad near the spa allows for a custom experience, adjusting lighting colors and jets. Custom-designed spa easily accommodates 6 users. Circular shape of the spa is echoed in the surrounding circular patio design. Photo by Tim Schoon

Design of the pool and set in spa accommodates family fun and gorgeous elegance. Sun shelf, benches, diving platform, stairs and spa combine to make this an excellent place for lounging and entertaining. Upper deck is highlighted by tall fire bowls, and can accommodate a sound system, DJ, or small band. Water features add auditory and visual enjoyment and bold lighting creates a dramatic mood as the sun sets. Control pad near the spa allows for a custom experience, adjusting lighting and jets. Custom-designed spa easily accommodates 6 users. Circular shape of the spa is echoed in the surrounding circular patio design. Photo by Tim Schoon

This is an organic Lime Wash done with a true lime wash product as opposed to a brick mortar or concrete that is often seen on new houses. This product can be applied as a solid coating making the surface completely white, or can be applied and "washed off" in many artistic ways, as seen here. If you hate your brick or just want something unique this is a great option! Photo credit: Jeff Murrey

Concrete can be made to look like any substance. Tile, stone, wood, brick, etc. With unlimited color options, Ky-Kan Coatings can transform any room in your home or business using lightweight, beautiful concrete.

We used: Custom cherry cabinetry in Arts & Crafts Shaker style by Kabinart in Boulder and Espresso stains. Liberty Hardware Venetian bronze 1-1/2" cabinet knobs. KitchenAid Architect II Series 22 CF counter-depth French door refrigerator. KitchenAid Architect Series II 27" convection single wall oven. KitchenAid 36" 6-burner dual fuel freestanding commercial-style range. KitchenAid Architect II Series 24" dishwasher. Sharp Insight Pro Series 24" built-in microwave drawer (Model #KB6524PS). Crystorama Solaris 12" wide pendant lights in English bronze. Granite countertops in Brown Fantasy. 3"x6" polished marble backsplash. Paint colors: Walls: Glidden Silver Cloud 30YY 63/024 Ceilings/Trims/Doors: Glidden Swan White GLC23 Robert B. Narod Photography

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Runnels in the concrete function to drain water out of the patio area but also add a subtle inlay detail. Here the runnel is filled with both beach pebbles and dry-laid bluestone. Renn Kuhnen Photography