This is a very simple, clean pool that has a spa "hidden" in the pool and Prism Blue PebbleSheen. The spa seats 4 people. This project is on a hillside and includes Travertine coping and decking with a large tanning ledge and gushers for some nice sound. Project designed by Mike Farley

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A wood-topped kitchen island with white counter stools, open to the family room in Rideau Park, Calgary. Contemporary renovation by Rectangle, a Calgary design-build firm.

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Pool - large traditional backyard concrete and rectangular lap pool idea in Raleigh

Pool - large traditional backyard concrete and rectangular lap pool idea in Raleigh

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. This was done by pushing the step-down closer to the pool. Our talented stone mason carefully married the new bluestone into the existing portion of the patio, 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 it's surface. The old red brick decking was so hot that the owners could not walk around the pool with their 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 overwhelming in the space) and also opened up a new seating area, nestled under the arms of the massive Pecan tree 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 possibly the most dramatic change on this project. Yet more raised planter walls divided this area into awkward spaces, unsuited for proper furniture placement. The planters were removed, new stone decks added, and once again expertly married into the existing decks, opening the area to house a large dining table and a newly 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. 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 landscape as possible. But, the surrounding decks, walls and steps were fair game. At first glance, one might think that our changes were simple material changes. However, upon closer inspection, one can see the subtle-yet-transformative changes that came together to update this classic pool in a tasteful, timeless manner, as well as to improve the flow and usability of the deck areas, while softening the feel of this massive hardscape.

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2019 Splash Award - Best Outdoor Living Space What's better than having a pool table next to your pool?!? The three tiered deck gives plenty of space for outdoor entertaining and sitting pool side. It even has sheer decent water features as an added bonus. Every detail counts including the custom round tanning ledge and benches.

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Leisure Pools fiberglass pool in Sapphire color. White cement pavers to keep feet cooler and a fiberglass Pergola to help shade a backyard with no shade. Screened in porch offers cool area to relax. Walk out of the house and into your pool. Cameron Purser,

The family room sofa looks across to the kitchen island and dining area in Rideau Park, Calgary. Contemporary renovation by Rectangle, a Calgary design-build firm.

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A whole-home renovation with a new contemporary exterior: white stucco, cedar soffits and a black glass garage door in Charleswood, Calgary. Contemporary renovation by Rectangle, a Calgary design-build firm.

Wide wood deck stairs beside the dark-sided exterior and a band of new windows in South Calgary, Calgary. Whole-home renovation by Rectangle, a Calgary design-build firm.

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