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Photo of a medium sized classic side rectangular swimming pool in Cornwall with a bbq area and decking.
Surman WestonInspiration for a contemporary back rectangular swimming pool in Surrey with a shelter.
GM Homes Design & ConstructionThis is an example of a contemporary rectangular swimming pool in Other.
Exterior Worlds Landscaping & DesignWe were contacted by a family named Pesek who lived near Memorial Drive on the West side of Houston. They lived in a stately home built in the late 1950’s. Many years back, they had contracted a local pool company to install an old lagoon-style pool, which they had since grown tired of. When they initially called us, they wanted to know if we could build them an outdoor room at the far end of the swimming pool. We scheduled a free consultation at a time convenient to them, and we drove out to their residence to take a look at the property.
After a quick survey of the back yard, rear of the home, and the swimming pool, we determined that building an outdoor room as an addition to their existing landscaping design would not bring them the results they expected. The pool was visibly dated with an early “70’s” look, which not only clashed with the late 50’s style of home architecture, but guaranteed an even greater clash with any modern-style outdoor room we constructed. Luckily for the Peseks, we offered an even better landscaping plan than the one they had hoped for.
We proposed the construction of a new outdoor room and an entirely new swimming pool. Both of these new structures would be built around the classical geometry of proportional right angles. This would allow a very modern design to compliment an older home, because basic geometric patterns are universal in many architectural designs used throughout history. In this case, both the swimming pool and the outdoor rooms were designed as interrelated quadrilateral forms with proportional right angles that created the illusion of lengthened distance and a sense of Classical elegance. This proved a perfect complement to a house that had originally been built as a symbolic emblem of a simpler, more rugged and absolute era.
Though reminiscent of classical design and complimentary to the conservative design of the home, the interior of the outdoor room was ultra-modern in its array of comfort and convenience. The Peseks felt this would be a great place to hold birthday parties for their child. With this new outdoor room, the Peseks could take the party outside at any time of day or night, and at any time of year. We also built the structure to be fully functional as an outdoor kitchen as well as an outdoor entertainment area. There was a smoker, a refrigerator, an ice maker, and a water heater—all intended to eliminate any need to return to the house once the party began. Seating and entertainment systems were also added to provide state of the art fun for adults and children alike. We installed a flat-screen plasma TV, and we wired it for cable.
The swimming pool was built between the outdoor room and the rear entrance to the house. We got rid of the old lagoon-pool design which geometrically clashed with the right angles of the house and outdoor room. We then had a completely new pool built, in the shape of a rectangle, with a rather innovative coping design.
We showcased the pool with a coping that rose perpendicular to the ground out of the stone patio surface. This reinforced our blend of contemporary look with classical right angles. We saved the client an enormous amount of money on travertine by setting the coping so that it does not overhang with the tile. Because the ground between the house and the outdoor room gradually dropped in grade, we used the natural slope of the ground to create another perpendicular right angle at the end of the pool. Here, we installed a waterfall which spilled over into a heated spa. Although the spa was fed from within itself, it was built to look as though water was coming from within the pool.
The ultimate result of all of this is a new sense of visual “ebb and flow,” so to speak. When Mr. Pesek sits in his couch facing his house, the earth appears to rise up first into an illuminated pool which leads the way up the steps to his home. When he sits in his spa facing the other direction, the earth rises up like a doorway to his outdoor room, where he can comfortably relax in the water while he watches TV. For more the 20 years Exterior Worlds has specialized in servicing many of Houston's fine neighborhoods.
Currin Outdoor LivingMedium sized contemporary back rectangular lengths hot tub in Raleigh with natural stone paving.
Randy Angell DesignsPhotography by Jimi Smith / "Jimi Smith Photography"
Inspiration for a medium sized modern back rectangular hot tub in Dallas with concrete slabs.
Inspiration for a medium sized modern back rectangular hot tub in Dallas with concrete slabs.
M. Designs ArchitectsOur latest new residential project in Los Altos, where exposed metal and wooden beams play a dramatic warm contrast with the rest of the white interior and open floor elements of this luxury rustic home giving it a Mediterranean look.
Architect: M Designs Architects - Malika Junaid
Contractor: MB Construction - Ben Macias
Interior Design: M Designs Architects - Malika Junaid
AMS Landscape Design Studios, Inc.Photos by Jeri Koegel
Installation by: Altera Landscape
This is an example of a contemporary back custom shaped infinity swimming pool in Orange County with tiled flooring and a bar area.
This is an example of a contemporary back custom shaped infinity swimming pool in Orange County with tiled flooring and a bar area.
JRP Design & RemodelEvery day is a vacation in this Thousand Oaks Mediterranean-style outdoor living paradise. This transitional space is anchored by a serene pool framed by flagstone and elegant landscaping. The outdoor living space emphasizes the natural beauty of the surrounding area while offering all the advantages and comfort of indoor amenities, including stainless-steel appliances, custom beverage fridge, and a wood-burning fireplace. The dark stain and raised panel detail of the cabinets pair perfectly with the El Dorado stone pulled throughout this design; and the airy combination of chandeliers and natural lighting produce a charming, relaxed environment.
Flooring:
Kitchen and Pool Areas: Concrete
Pool Surround: Flagstone
Deck: Fiberon deck material
Light Fixtures: Chandelier
Stone/Masonry: El Dorado
Photographer: Tom Clary
Best Hot Tubs "Hot Tub and Spa Experts"There are a variety of ways to customize a hot tub water feature beyond leaving it free-standing. It can be recessed into the surface of a beautiful surround, or into a deck or patio. Add a blazing fire pit or bowl and you’ve got a retreat that you will enjoy often, especially at night
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This stand-alone raised spa in Lake Forest, IL packs alot of features into a limited space, and yet feels spacious. Measuring 8'0" x 8'0", the raised spa has an automatic safety cover with stone lid system. Covered by a beautiful custom Pergola, the outdoor space features a fire pit and ample seating space. Photos by Larry Huene
Promise Path Landscaping Incpool, spa. Gazebo, wood deck,tile.beach pebble. Fire pit,Palm trees.Concrete
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary back rectangular lengths hot tub in San Diego with concrete slabs.
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary back rectangular lengths hot tub in San Diego with concrete slabs.
everton_galepacificAchieve a completely seamless look with the Everton glass fence channel system. Glass panels are embedded beneath the surface of the substrate.
Photo of a medium sized world-inspired back rectangular swimming pool in Melbourne with decking.
Photo of a medium sized world-inspired back rectangular swimming pool in Melbourne with decking.
Blue, Black Swimming Pool Ideas and Designs
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