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This compact Master Bathroom features many space saving ideas to create a spacious underwater theme.
Shelves are made from recycle wood and can be purchased from Kevin Anderson, SilicateStudio on Etsy.
Space saving features include: Cut away shelves, wall mounted vanity, wall mounted toilet and barn door entry.
Ann Sack tile in matte accented with glossy mosaic to give the shower an underwater waterfall feel. Large Ann Sack "sand" themed floor tile help enlarge the room.
Duel shower heads and trench drain add to the extra's as well as a hair dryer holder and unique three in one wall hooks.
The picture was purchased from Small Hope Bay Lodge in Andros Island in the Bahamas. All inclusive dive, fishing, kayak resort. Island is loaded with beautiful inland and ocean blue holes. SmallHope.com
Builder: Shami Studio shamiweb.com
Designer: Viz-Art-Dance & Design Viz-Art-Dance.info
Photo by: Carol Heimann

The 18 x 45 rectilinear swimming pool features plenty of night lighting and an automatic cover to keep it clean and protected when not in use. There are also underwater speakers for nonstop entertainment. The cedar-clad pool house with outdoor shower and attached outdoor kitchen has plenty of night lighting, too!

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This oakbrook plunge pool doubles as a hydrotherapy pool. The vessel measures 12'0" x 15'0" and has 2 LED colored lights. There is an automatic pool cover with stone lid system. There is also a 15'0" underwater bench. The raised water feature has three scuppers spilling into the pool. The Limestone coping and capstone has a sealed, modified edge.
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A beautiful and serene underwater mural....for grownups, not kids!
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Master bathroom doubles as teenagers bathroom. This light and airy bathroom has a subtle underwater theme using Ann Sack glass tiles matte penny mosaic and 12" x 6" gloss tile and Heath Ceramic overstock tile on the floor to provide a sand like bottom. Lots of extras including plenty of towel/robe hooks, towel bars, teak floor mat and vanity, with a gray granite countertop. Extra faucet with hose and floor drain aids in any clean-up job. The fiberglass tub was recycled to give a transitional look for this contemporary underwater bathroom theme. Hand held shower head on sliding rail makes for easy clean-up in bathroom and height adjustment for growing teenagers. A unique painted ladder recycled from children's bunk bed created by Santa Cruz artist Elijah Pfotenhauer of paintedladder.com
Photo By: Carol Heimann of Viz-Art-Dance & Design
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Builder: Shami Studio shamiweb.com

From Mid-Century Classic to the Present
An iconic design updated with comfort, function, and flow for today.
A Remodel That Balances Past and Present
What started as a desire to update a classic Eichler soon became an exploration of how Mid-Century Modern design can successfully evolve for today. The client, a tech professional with a passion for scuba diving and underwater photography, wanted a home that would both honor its original character and feel tailored to his daily life. A lifelong technology enthusiast, he still owns the very first Mac desktop he saved up for as a teenager working at Radio Shack, a detail that underscores his appreciation for design that melds function and form.
Honoring Separation While Expanding Possibility
Unlike many contemporary remodels where walls are opened up to create expansive living spaces, this project took a more restrained approach. The client valued the defined rooms of the original plan and wanted to preserve as much wall space as possible for displaying his large-format underwater photography. The emphasis was not on dramatic spatial reinvention, but on thoughtful refinements. Klopf Architecture shaped a gallery-like backdrop while also expanding the primary suite, modernizing materials and fixtures throughout the home, and improving the functionality and layout of the kitchen. The finished home feels at once timeless and renewed, an Eichler that continues to inspire while fully supporting the lifestyle of its present-day owner.
A major turning point came mid-design. The original project brief had not included an addition, but as the reconfiguration of the primary bedroom and bath unfolded, it became clear that an expansion was the best approach to achieve the client’s vision of a more spacious suite. Fortunately, the adjustment came at a stage when revisions were still manageable and was integrated seamlessly, showing how thoughtful course corrections can strengthen a project rather than hinder it.
Navigating Challenges With Precision
The design development included multiple conceptual rounds, balancing preservation with subtle expansion. During construction, an existing post previously thought to be load-bearing turned out not to be. The structural engineer was able to pivot quickly, and both the post and the cross beam that had been intended to replace it could be omitted, allowing the original rhythm of the Eichler beam bays to be preserved.
Sustainability was not just a checklist item, but a way to align the home with the client’s values of simplicity, efficiency, and long-term functionality. R-38 roof insulation reduced energy usage, solar panels with battery storage provided independence and resilience, and passive comfort strategies eliminated the need forenergy-intensive air conditioning. An electric vehicle charger and an on-demand hot water recirculation system (with call buttons as opposed to having constant circulation) add to the home’s long-term efficiency factors. Together, these moves created a home that is quieter, more comfortable, and better equipped for the future, qualities that supported the client’s pragmatic approach to design and living lightly.
Details That Respect the Eichler DNA
The remodel carries forward the Eichler’s original spirit while introducing new layers of modern livability. Originally, the house was approached along a deep, narrow walk, with the garage on one side and the house on the other, leaving the front door tucked far back within this chasm-like space. By pulling the entry forward, the design reshaped the arrival experience, creating a clearer threshold and a natural drop-off zone for bags, shoes, and keys. This shift also made room for a custom bench at the entry that extends seamlessly through the glass sidelight. The bench and drop-off zone now work together as a single, integrated sequence that supports everyday living while offering a tactile reminder of Eichler’s philosophy of connectedness.
At the client’s request, Klopf reintroduced a classic Eichler gesture by extending the exterior siding into the entry and living room. The detail reinforces a sense of indoor/outdoor continuity while providing a subtle architectural surface that allows the client’s photography to take visual precedence.
The signature concrete masonry wall at the front was reconstructed using blocks sourced to match the originals, now strengthened with rebar for seismic resilience while maintaining a private outdoor courtyard, visually extending the kitchen outward. A decorative trellis element, a detail borrowed from a neighboring Eichler, restores a familiar mid-century modern architectural motif. At the courtyard entry door, a custom etched glass sidelight with an ocean-themed design featuring kelp and jellyfish serves as a subtle homage to the client’s passion for deep-sea diving.
Landscaping became an integral part of the overall transformation. The homeowner engaged landscape architect Randi Johnsen of Third Nature Studio to shape a series of calm, inviting outdoor rooms that read as a natural extension of the interiors. While technically outside of the core construction scope, the landscape design proved central to achieving a sense of completeness and connectedness across the property. Such whole-property considerations often emerge as design ideas take shape, underscoring the importance of flexibility in planning and budgeting, as well as close collaboration among the design team starting early in the process.
The Value of Evolving Scope
As with many custom residential projects, the scope evolved during the design process. What began as a targeted remodel grew to include a new/expanded primary suite, a rebuilt CMU patio wall for strength and longevity, and a solar panel array and battery storage for energy resilience and carbon-reduction. Each thoughtful decision represented a conscious investment in the home’s performance and character, rather than a cost overrun.
The result was a project delivered on schedule, tailored precisely to the client’s lifestyle, and positioned to add long-term value both functionally and aesthetically. By embracing scope evolution as an opportunity rather than a challenge, and relying on good design paired with transparent communication, this remodel demonstrates how Eichler homes can be adapted for contemporary living without erasing their DNA.
Klopf Architecture project team: John Klopf, AIA, and Klara Kevane, Elise Webb and Nicholas LaNasa.
Contractor: Golden Cove Construction
Landscape Design: Third Nature Studio
Structural Engineer: Daniel Bastiao Design
Photography: ©2025 Mariko Reed
Year Completed: 2024
Location: Sunnyvale, CA

This recently completed pool is comprised of a large 10' x 50' long lap pool, with the shape of Germany laid over the top of the rectilinear form, and a large 27.5' x 4' x 2.5" acrylic panel separating the pool and spa areas. The objective is to not see a barrier wall between the pool and spa. The water level in the pool will be set to just three millimeters below the level in the spa. The shallow end is a large Baja shelf with the stairs pushed out toward the lap pool portion. This shallow shelf has an acrylic-encased piece of the Berlin Wall set in the exact location of the aforementioned City. The pool has seven color changing lights, three Swim Jets driven by two 4 h.p. German-designed Speck pumps, two large underwater speakers and 30 small color changing lights around the entire rim of the pool and spa ledges, and the entire equipment set in an underground vault. The pool has been specifically designed for alternative sanitation and will likely have three different types of sanitation not centered on a salt or chlorine environment. The spa has been designed around the exact size of the owner. As the pool has two complete sets of equipment, heating both the pool and spa requires less than half the time of a normal pool and spa of this magnitude. Additionally, the pool and spa walls, and part of the floor, are all clad in Kirkstone (an amazingly dense stone that will stand any chemical or etching environment), and the rest of the pool and spa surface will be done in matching Hydrazzo (a form of underwater Terrazzo).

From Mid-Century Classic to the Present
An iconic design updated with comfort, function, and flow for today.
A Remodel That Balances Past and Present
What started as a desire to update a classic Eichler soon became an exploration of how Mid-Century Modern design can successfully evolve for today. The client, a tech professional with a passion for scuba diving and underwater photography, wanted a home that would both honor its original character and feel tailored to his daily life. A lifelong technology enthusiast, he still owns the very first Mac desktop he saved up for as a teenager working at Radio Shack, a detail that underscores his appreciation for design that melds function and form.
Honoring Separation While Expanding Possibility
Unlike many contemporary remodels where walls are opened up to create expansive living spaces, this project took a more restrained approach. The client valued the defined rooms of the original plan and wanted to preserve as much wall space as possible for displaying his large-format underwater photography. The emphasis was not on dramatic spatial reinvention, but on thoughtful refinements. Klopf Architecture shaped a gallery-like backdrop while also expanding the primary suite, modernizing materials and fixtures throughout the home, and improving the functionality and layout of the kitchen. The finished home feels at once timeless and renewed, an Eichler that continues to inspire while fully supporting the lifestyle of its present-day owner.
A major turning point came mid-design. The original project brief had not included an addition, but as the reconfiguration of the primary bedroom and bath unfolded, it became clear that an expansion was the best approach to achieve the client’s vision of a more spacious suite. Fortunately, the adjustment came at a stage when revisions were still manageable and was integrated seamlessly, showing how thoughtful course corrections can strengthen a project rather than hinder it.
Navigating Challenges With Precision
The design development included multiple conceptual rounds, balancing preservation with subtle expansion. During construction, an existing post previously thought to be load-bearing turned out not to be. The structural engineer was able to pivot quickly, and both the post and the cross beam that had been intended to replace it could be omitted, allowing the original rhythm of the Eichler beam bays to be preserved.
Sustainability was not just a checklist item, but a way to align the home with the client’s values of simplicity, efficiency, and long-term functionality. R-38 roof insulation reduced energy usage, solar panels with battery storage provided independence and resilience, and passive comfort strategies eliminated the need forenergy-intensive air conditioning. An electric vehicle charger and an on-demand hot water recirculation system (with call buttons as opposed to having constant circulation) add to the home’s long-term efficiency factors. Together, these moves created a home that is quieter, more comfortable, and better equipped for the future, qualities that supported the client’s pragmatic approach to design and living lightly.
Details That Respect the Eichler DNA
The remodel carries forward the Eichler’s original spirit while introducing new layers of modern livability. Originally, the house was approached along a deep, narrow walk, with the garage on one side and the house on the other, leaving the front door tucked far back within this chasm-like space. By pulling the entry forward, the design reshaped the arrival experience, creating a clearer threshold and a natural drop-off zone for bags, shoes, and keys. This shift also made room for a custom bench at the entry that extends seamlessly through the glass sidelight. The bench and drop-off zone now work together as a single, integrated sequence that supports everyday living while offering a tactile reminder of Eichler’s philosophy of connectedness.
At the client’s request, Klopf reintroduced a classic Eichler gesture by extending the exterior siding into the entry and living room. The detail reinforces a sense of indoor/outdoor continuity while providing a subtle architectural surface that allows the client’s photography to take visual precedence.
The signature concrete masonry wall at the front was reconstructed using blocks sourced to match the originals, now strengthened with rebar for seismic resilience while maintaining a private outdoor courtyard, visually extending the kitchen outward. A decorative trellis element, a detail borrowed from a neighboring Eichler, restores a familiar mid-century modern architectural motif. At the courtyard entry door, a custom etched glass sidelight with an ocean-themed design featuring kelp and jellyfish serves as a subtle homage to the client’s passion for deep-sea diving.
Landscaping became an integral part of the overall transformation. The homeowner engaged landscape architect Randi Johnsen of Third Nature Studio to shape a series of calm, inviting outdoor rooms that read as a natural extension of the interiors. While technically outside of the core construction scope, the landscape design proved central to achieving a sense of completeness and connectedness across the property. Such whole-property considerations often emerge as design ideas take shape, underscoring the importance of flexibility in planning and budgeting, as well as close collaboration among the design team starting early in the process.
The Value of Evolving Scope
As with many custom residential projects, the scope evolved during the design process. What began as a targeted remodel grew to include a new/expanded primary suite, a rebuilt CMU patio wall for strength and longevity, and a solar panel array and battery storage for energy resilience and carbon-reduction. Each thoughtful decision represented a conscious investment in the home’s performance and character, rather than a cost overrun.
The result was a project delivered on schedule, tailored precisely to the client’s lifestyle, and positioned to add long-term value both functionally and aesthetically. By embracing scope evolution as an opportunity rather than a challenge, and relying on good design paired with transparent communication, this remodel demonstrates how Eichler homes can be adapted for contemporary living without erasing their DNA.
Klopf Architecture project team: John Klopf, AIA, and Klara Kevane, Elise Webb and Nicholas LaNasa.
Contractor: Golden Cove Construction
Landscape Design: Third Nature Studio
Structural Engineer: Daniel Bastiao Design
Photography: ©2025 Mariko Reed
Year Completed: 2024
Location: Sunnyvale, CA

Inspiration for a large modern backyard custom-shaped lap hot tub remodel in Tampa

Ceramic aquarium decor encompasses a range of handcrafted ornaments and functional pieces made from clay, fired at high temperatures, and designed to enhance the beauty and health of your aquarium.
Dive into a world of underwater wonder with The Viet Potter's captivating collection of ceramic aquarium decorations.
We offer a carefully curated selection of ceramic fish ornaments and ceramic fish tank decorations, perfect for transforming your fish tank into a breathtaking aquatic realm.
Types of Ceramic Aquarium Decorations
The Viet Potter offers a diverse selection of ceramic aquarium decor to suit various tastes and aquarium styles.
Decorative Ornaments - Molded Structures
Our handcrafted pagodas, bridges, and temples add a touch of cultural charm and create visually appealing focal points in your aquarium.
These decorative ceramic aquarium ornaments not only enhance the aesthetics but also provide a sense of peace and tranquility.
Hiding Places - Aquarium Ceramic House
Many fish species appreciate having safe spaces to retreat and hide. Our ceramic fish hideouts, such as Rong House, Miniature House with Green Roof figurine, provide these essential hiding spots, reducing stress and encouraging natural behaviors.
Specialty Items
Aquarium Figurines People: Add a narrative element to your aquarium with our charming figurines depicting people in various activities like fisherman with basket trap, Gardener figurines… . These ceramic aquarium ornaments bring a touch of whimsy and personality to your underwater world.
Aquarium Figurines Animals: From graceful birds and deer to serene water buffaloes and turtles, our animal figurines add a touch of natural charm to your aquarium. These ceramic fish tank accessories are not only decorative but also symbolic, representing different aspects of nature and culture.
https://thevietpotter.com/collections/ceramic-aquarium-decor

The pool is built on pilings and grade beams due to the nature of the soil and high water table. The supple spa shape gracefully compliments the elegantly
serpentine steps. The spa has a contour lounge and multilevel seating and 16 hydrotherapy jets. The pool beam is 22.5” wide to accommodate the 24” limestone coping. The automatic cover has upgraded hydraulics and a four inch leading edge bar.

From Mid-Century Classic to the Present
An iconic design updated with comfort, function, and flow for today.
A Remodel That Balances Past and Present
What started as a desire to update a classic Eichler soon became an exploration of how Mid-Century Modern design can successfully evolve for today. The client, a tech professional with a passion for scuba diving and underwater photography, wanted a home that would both honor its original character and feel tailored to his daily life. A lifelong technology enthusiast, he still owns the very first Mac desktop he saved up for as a teenager working at Radio Shack, a detail that underscores his appreciation for design that melds function and form.
Honoring Separation While Expanding Possibility
Unlike many contemporary remodels where walls are opened up to create expansive living spaces, this project took a more restrained approach. The client valued the defined rooms of the original plan and wanted to preserve as much wall space as possible for displaying his large-format underwater photography. The emphasis was not on dramatic spatial reinvention, but on thoughtful refinements. Klopf Architecture shaped a gallery-like backdrop while also expanding the primary suite, modernizing materials and fixtures throughout the home, and improving the functionality and layout of the kitchen. The finished home feels at once timeless and renewed, an Eichler that continues to inspire while fully supporting the lifestyle of its present-day owner.
A major turning point came mid-design. The original project brief had not included an addition, but as the reconfiguration of the primary bedroom and bath unfolded, it became clear that an expansion was the best approach to achieve the client’s vision of a more spacious suite. Fortunately, the adjustment came at a stage when revisions were still manageable and was integrated seamlessly, showing how thoughtful course corrections can strengthen a project rather than hinder it.
Navigating Challenges With Precision
The design development included multiple conceptual rounds, balancing preservation with subtle expansion. During construction, an existing post previously thought to be load-bearing turned out not to be. The structural engineer was able to pivot quickly, and both the post and the cross beam that had been intended to replace it could be omitted, allowing the original rhythm of the Eichler beam bays to be preserved.
Sustainability was not just a checklist item, but a way to align the home with the client’s values of simplicity, efficiency, and long-term functionality. R-38 roof insulation reduced energy usage, solar panels with battery storage provided independence and resilience, and passive comfort strategies eliminated the need forenergy-intensive air conditioning. An electric vehicle charger and an on-demand hot water recirculation system (with call buttons as opposed to having constant circulation) add to the home’s long-term efficiency factors. Together, these moves created a home that is quieter, more comfortable, and better equipped for the future, qualities that supported the client’s pragmatic approach to design and living lightly.
Details That Respect the Eichler DNA
The remodel carries forward the Eichler’s original spirit while introducing new layers of modern livability. Originally, the house was approached along a deep, narrow walk, with the garage on one side and the house on the other, leaving the front door tucked far back within this chasm-like space. By pulling the entry forward, the design reshaped the arrival experience, creating a clearer threshold and a natural drop-off zone for bags, shoes, and keys. This shift also made room for a custom bench at the entry that extends seamlessly through the glass sidelight. The bench and drop-off zone now work together as a single, integrated sequence that supports everyday living while offering a tactile reminder of Eichler’s philosophy of connectedness.
At the client’s request, Klopf reintroduced a classic Eichler gesture by extending the exterior siding into the entry and living room. The detail reinforces a sense of indoor/outdoor continuity while providing a subtle architectural surface that allows the client’s photography to take visual precedence.
The signature concrete masonry wall at the front was reconstructed using blocks sourced to match the originals, now strengthened with rebar for seismic resilience while maintaining a private outdoor courtyard, visually extending the kitchen outward. A decorative trellis element, a detail borrowed from a neighboring Eichler, restores a familiar mid-century modern architectural motif. At the courtyard entry door, a custom etched glass sidelight with an ocean-themed design featuring kelp and jellyfish serves as a subtle homage to the client’s passion for deep-sea diving.
Landscaping became an integral part of the overall transformation. The homeowner engaged landscape architect Randi Johnsen of Third Nature Studio to shape a series of calm, inviting outdoor rooms that read as a natural extension of the interiors. While technically outside of the core construction scope, the landscape design proved central to achieving a sense of completeness and connectedness across the property. Such whole-property considerations often emerge as design ideas take shape, underscoring the importance of flexibility in planning and budgeting, as well as close collaboration among the design team starting early in the process.
The Value of Evolving Scope
As with many custom residential projects, the scope evolved during the design process. What began as a targeted remodel grew to include a new/expanded primary suite, a rebuilt CMU patio wall for strength and longevity, and a solar panel array and battery storage for energy resilience and carbon-reduction. Each thoughtful decision represented a conscious investment in the home’s performance and character, rather than a cost overrun.
The result was a project delivered on schedule, tailored precisely to the client’s lifestyle, and positioned to add long-term value both functionally and aesthetically. By embracing scope evolution as an opportunity rather than a challenge, and relying on good design paired with transparent communication, this remodel demonstrates how Eichler homes can be adapted for contemporary living without erasing their DNA.
Klopf Architecture project team: John Klopf, AIA, and Klara Kevane, Elise Webb and Nicholas LaNasa.
Contractor: Golden Cove Construction
Landscape Design: Third Nature Studio
Structural Engineer: Daniel Bastiao Design
Photography: ©2025 Mariko Reed
Year Completed: 2024
Location: Sunnyvale, CA

Water falls with beautiful sounds and sights, completely lit up with underwater lights for nighttime enjoyment.
This is an example of a traditional landscaping in Philadelphia.
This is an example of a traditional landscaping in Philadelphia.

One of a kind massage tub. This magnificent massage tub will allow youto get a wonderful underwater massage in the comfort of your own home.With two head rests and a large space, you will be able to share this underwater massage experience with someone else.

Ceramic aquarium decor encompasses a range of handcrafted ornaments and functional pieces made from clay, fired at high temperatures, and designed to enhance the beauty and health of your aquarium.
Dive into a world of underwater wonder with The Viet Potter's captivating collection of ceramic aquarium decorations.
We offer a carefully curated selection of ceramic fish ornaments and ceramic fish tank decorations, perfect for transforming your fish tank into a breathtaking aquatic realm.
Types of Ceramic Aquarium Decorations
The Viet Potter offers a diverse selection of ceramic aquarium decor to suit various tastes and aquarium styles.
Decorative Ornaments - Molded Structures
Our handcrafted pagodas, bridges, and temples add a touch of cultural charm and create visually appealing focal points in your aquarium.
These decorative ceramic aquarium ornaments not only enhance the aesthetics but also provide a sense of peace and tranquility.
Hiding Places - Aquarium Ceramic House
Many fish species appreciate having safe spaces to retreat and hide. Our ceramic fish hideouts, such as Rong House, Miniature House with Green Roof figurine, provide these essential hiding spots, reducing stress and encouraging natural behaviors.
Specialty Items
Aquarium Figurines People: Add a narrative element to your aquarium with our charming figurines depicting people in various activities like fisherman with basket trap, Gardener figurines… . These ceramic aquarium ornaments bring a touch of whimsy and personality to your underwater world.
Aquarium Figurines Animals: From graceful birds and deer to serene water buffaloes and turtles, our animal figurines add a touch of natural charm to your aquarium. These ceramic fish tank accessories are not only decorative but also symbolic, representing different aspects of nature and culture.
https://thevietpotter.com/collections/ceramic-aquarium-decor

Keller Natural Paradise designed by Mike Farley. Underwater shot of the sea life on the ramp for handicap entry. Great fun for kids and/or grandkids. Photo by L. Farley. FarleyPoolDesigns.com

Keller Natural Paradise designed by Mike Farley. Underwater shot of the sea life on the ramp for handicap entry. Great fun for kids and/or grandkids. Photo by L. Farley. FarleyPoolDesigns.com

This photo shows the clean minimal look of the backyard. The patio adds to the look with a series of identical square acid etched concrete slabs. The pool’s deep end features a diving board for family fun. There is a handy underwater swim out bench at the corner, so repeat diving attempts are made easy.

Explore Tenerife's stunning underwater world with Ola Dive Center's boat diving tours. Enjoy crystal-clear waters, diverse marine life, and volcanic reefs. An unforgettable adventure awaits, perfect for divers of all levels. Dive in and discover paradise!
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