At first glance, one’s eyes are treated to a free flowing landscape design that beautifully marries a hot tub, a lounge pool and a free form pool, all gracefully connected from one elevation to another as the hot tub seamlessly transitions to the shallow sun ledge that soon gives way to the swimming pool that begins at three feet deep and at its deepest is seven feet. Water gracefully cascades from the lounge area into the pool. However, in order to realize this dreamlike setting, the homeowners first put pen to paper with Roger Banks, owner of Banks Blue Valley Pool and Spa. “We can do just about anything with a pool,” noted Banks. And, true to his word, Banks did not disappoint his clients in this case. Photo by Matt Kocourek http://www.mattkocourek.com/

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Highlighted in this project was a themed backyard that was inspired by luxury from the gold chairs to the black lagoon finish and it's Roman geometric shape. This project screams Versace! The decking we used was a white marble and the accessory structure was built to mimic the arches of the swimming pool. This accessory structure was topped off with a beautiful chandelier hanging center piece. Also, a crystalized material was added to the plaster to create an extra shimmer!

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The Opulence, an ever trending rectangle pool with a custom sundeck in the shallow end provides ample space for children and adults to cool off while still catching sun rays. (The steps and sundeck span the width of the pool). This pool is enclosed with a symmetrical patio and surrounded by vibrant plant life. In addition this yard boasts a pool house with a pergola. As outdoor living is becoming a must have for New Jersey homeowners, this yard has multiple relaxing and lounging zones complementing the center of it all, the inground swimming pool.

Request Free Quote Beautiful swimming pool with various features including a sun shelf, and different types of water jets.

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The upper level of this gorgeous Trex deck is the central entertaining and dining space and includes a beautiful concrete fire table and a custom cedar bench that floats over the deck. Light brown custom cedar screen walls provide privacy along the landscaped terrace and compliment the warm hues of the decking. Clean, modern light fixtures are also present in the deck steps, along the deck perimeter, and throughout the landscape making the space well-defined in the evening as well as the daytime.

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A sun shelf; a pool feature seen in vacation or resort pools is possible in your own home retreat. A sun shelf is a platform (varies in size and depth) that sits just below the water surface. Sun Shelves are used as a child's play area, or accommodate chaise lounges and chairs. Water features such as jets & bubblers and options such as lighting & umbrellas can added. The sun shelf pictured here also serves as the step into the pool in the shallow end. Sun shelves can be customized and placed in other areas of the pool as well. Style and design is almost... only limited by your imagination.

photo by Jorge Gonzales-Guillot
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