Swimming pool built to mimic an old fashioned water hole - desert style - with large format tile - 2' x 4' - to look like steel to blend with architecture of the home. Pool is an all-tile pool with four kinds of tile - large format to look like steel, river pebbles on floor and walls, wood planking style tile on steps to match IPE wood on deck and jumping platform and glass tile for color. Pool is 10' deep throughout.

We love the juxtaposition of these three areas.
Example of a classic backyard tile and rectangular lap pool fountain design in San Francisco

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Garden ponds should hold the viewer with three qualities; they need to be soothing, striking and seemingly ever-present in the way they fit into the beholder's imagination, meaning they need to fit seamlessly, not thrust into a foreign setting. Our philosophy is if it does not fit into a travel brochure or a scenic calendar, it does not fit in your landscape. The vast majority of water features are either a pile of rock and mulch, or they are grass to the edge of the water. Neither of those treatments lend to a natural soothing look. Our waters are deep in sense of place. That place is often from a favorite memory. This particular garden pond is from an image of a mountain meadow, complete with native wildflowers enhanced by our designs which allow us to bring mountain wildflowers down to more populated elevations. AquaHabitat.com

Scott Hammond
This is an example of a transitional landscaping in Seattle.

A two-bed, two-bath condo located in the Historic Capitol Hill neighborhood of Washington, DC was reimagined with the clean lined sensibilities and celebration of beautiful materials found in Mid-Century Modern designs. A soothing gray-green color palette sets the backdrop for cherry cabinetry and white oak floors. Specialty lighting, handmade tile, and a slate clad corner fireplace further elevate the space. A new Trex deck with cable railing system connects the home to the outdoors.

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This poolside project is inspired by our Bullnose pool coping. Bullnose wall cap and pool coping is a great option for serpentine garden walls or rounded poolsides. The units' tighter width and tapered shape makes curves appear soft and very clean. Its rounded edge also has safety benefits, bringing a smoother texture to your pool's edge. Techo-Bloc's Bullnose Cap give poolsides, seat walls, and steps a softer appearance. This cap is also perfect to use for outdoor accessories such as kitchens and water features. Check out our website to shop the look! https://www.techo-bloc.com/shop/caps/bullnose/

Here we refurbished an existing pool by resurfacing the area around the pool. The makeover was complete by simplifying the surrounding landscape and using modern neutral colors on the hardscape. Exterior Designs, Inc. by Beverly Katz New Orleans Landscape Designer

Inspiration for a large transitional backyard concrete paver and rectangular natural pool house remodel in Cedar Rapids

SAUGATUCK COTTAGE Location: Saugatuck, MIchigan Scope: Design | Landscape & Hardscape Installation Features: L-Shaped gunite pool with pergola covered seating area designed to blend with the existing home and landscape | Walkways and pool coping were selected to integrate seamlessly into the existing cottage | Concrete was selected for the pool deck for its simplicity and fit with the period in which the home was constructed | The clients wanted a space to entertain friends and family so allowances were made for dining, grilling and integration with the existing guest house.

Pool Deck: French Pattern Silver Tumbled Travertine Pavers http://www.usamarblellc.com/product/silver-fp-15.html

Mid-sized elegant backyard kidney-shaped natural pool photo in New York

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Michael Woodall
Pool - coastal pool idea in Phoenix

Design ideas for a modern landscaping in Charleston.

This natural pool features a lazy river and its own island. The bridge gives access to the gazebo, grilling station and slide. The river enters the pool through a cave and waterfall.

Karissa VanTassel Photography
Example of a mid-sized beach style kids' blue tile and mosaic tile mosaic tile floor alcove shower design in New York with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a two-piece toilet, blue walls, an undermount sink and marble countertops