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Unique HomestaysDesign ideas for a medium sized eclectic back round above ground hot tub in Other with natural stone paving.
Photo of a medium sized classic side rectangular swimming pool in Cornwall with a bbq area and decking.
Soake PoolsSerene afternoon by a Soake Plunge Pool
Inspiration for a small classic back rectangular natural hot tub in Boston with natural stone paving.
Inspiration for a small classic back rectangular natural hot tub in Boston with natural stone paving.
Ирина ШевченкоPhoto of a medium sized indoor rectangular swimming pool in Moscow with tiled flooring.
Randy Angell DesignsThe planning phase of this modern retreat was an intense collaboration that took place over the course of more than two years. While the initial design concept exceeded the clients' expectations, it also exceeded their budget beyond the point of comfort.
The next several months were spent modifying the design, in attempts to lower the budget. Ultimately, the decision was made that they would hold off on the project until they could budget for the original design, rather than compromising the vision.
About a year later, we repeated that same process, which resulted in the same outcome. After another year-long hiatus, we met once again. We revisited design thoughts, each of us bringing to the table new ideas and options.
Each thought simply solidified the fact that the initial vision was absolutely what we all wanted to see come to fruition, and the decision was finally made to move forward.
The main challenge of the site was elevation. The Southeast corner of the lot stands 5'6" above the threshold of the rear door, while the Northeast corner dropped a full 2' below the threshold of the door.
The backyard was also long and narrow, sloping side-to-side and toward the house. The key to the design concept was to deftly place the project into the slope and utilize the elevation changes, without allowing them to dominate the yard, or overwhelm the senses.
The unseen challenge on this project came in the form of hitting every underground issue possible. We had to relocate the sewer main, the gas line, and the electrical service; and since rock was sitting about 6" below the surface, all of these had to be chiseled through many feet of dense rock, adding to our projected timeline and budget.
As you enter the space, your first stop is an outdoor living area. Smooth finished concrete, colored to match the 'Leuder' limestone coping, has a subtle saw-cut pattern aligned with the edges of the recessed fire pit.
In small spaces, it is important to consider a multi-purpose approach. So, the recessed fire pit has been fitted with an aluminum cover that allows our client to set up tables and chairs for entertaining, right over the top of the fire pit.
From here, it;s two steps up to the pool elevation, and the floating 'Leuder' limestone stepper pads that lead across the pool and hide the dam wall of the flush spa.
The main retaining wall to the Southeast is a poured concrete wall with an integrated sheer descent waterfall into the spa. To bring in some depth and texture, a 'Brownstone' ledgestone was used to face both the dropped beam on the pool, and the raised beam of the water feature wall.
The main water feature is comprised of five custom made stainless steel scuppers, supplied by a dedicated booster pump.
Colored concrete stepper pads lead to the 'Ipe' wood deck at the far end of the pool. The placement of this wood deck allowed us to minimize our use of retaining walls on the Northeast end of the yard, since it drops off over three feet below the elevation of the pool beam.
One of the most unique features on this project has to be the structure over the dining area. With a unique combination of steel and wood, the clean modern aesthetic of this structure creates a visual stamp in the space that standard structure could not accomplish.
4" steel posts, painted charcoal grey, are set on an angle, 4' into the bedrock, to anchor the structure. Steel I-beams painted in green-yellow color--aptly called "frolic"--act as the base to the hefty cedar rafters of the roof structure, which has a slight pitch toward the rear.
A hidden gutter on the back of the roof sends water down a copper rain chain, and into the drainage system. The backdrop for both this dining area , as well as the living area, is the horizontal screen panel, created with alternating sizes of cedar planks, stained to a calm hue of dove grey.
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
Nick Lee ArchitecturePhoto of a medium sized rural back rectangular lengths hot tub in San Francisco with concrete paving.
Anders Lasater Architects"Built in 1920 as a summer cottage-by-the-sea, this classic, north Laguna cottage long outlived its original owners. Now, refreshed and restored, the home echos with the soul of the early 20th century, while giving its surf-focused family the essence of 21st century modern living.
Timeless textures of cedar shingles and wood windows frame the modern interior, itself accented with steel, stone, and sunlight. The best of yesterday and the sensibility of today brought together thoughtfully in a good marriage."
Photo by Chad Mellon
H2O Pools & Custom Design LLCPhoto of a medium sized classic back rectangular lengths hot tub in Other with stamped concrete.
Township PoolsDesign ideas for a medium sized contemporary back rectangular lengths hot tub in Houston with natural stone paving.
Oregon Hot TubMedium sized classic back rectangular above ground hot tub in Portland with a shelter and decking.
Georgio HomeInspiration for a medium sized classic back rectangular lengths hot tub in New York with natural stone paving.
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This pool and hot tub in Hinsdale, IL, completed this year, measures 20'0 x 40'0" and has a 7'0" x 8'0" hot tub inside the pool. The sunshelf measures 5'0" x 11'0" and has steps attached. The pool coping is Valders Wisconsin Limestone. The pool also features LED colored lighting. An automatic cover protects and preserves the pool and spa together. Photos by Larry Huene
Carrington Hill Designs, Inc.This is an example of a medium sized rural back rectangular lengths swimming pool in San Francisco with a pool house and concrete slabs.
CA PoolsDavid Noel
This is an example of a small contemporary back rectangular natural hot tub in Vancouver with decking.
This is an example of a small contemporary back rectangular natural hot tub in Vancouver with decking.
My Ty DesignCocktail Pool (Heated with 12 Therapy Jets) with 2 Shear Descent Falls and 2 Fire Features accented with stone veneer
Photo of a small contemporary back rectangular hot tub in Jacksonville with brick paving.
Photo of a small contemporary back rectangular hot tub in Jacksonville with brick paving.
Glen Gate CompanyThe gorgeous three season pool house is just the right size for an intimate gathering of friends or family.
Design ideas for a medium sized classic back rectangular lengths swimming pool in New York with natural stone paving and a pool house.
Design ideas for a medium sized classic back rectangular lengths swimming pool in New York with natural stone paving and a pool house.
Kerr Construction, Inc.Small world-inspired round natural swimming pool in San Francisco with a pool house.
Simmonds & Associates, Inc.This property has a wonderful juxtaposition of modern and traditional elements, which are unified by a natural planting scheme. Although the house is traditional, the client desired some contemporary elements, enabling us to introduce rusted steel fences and arbors, black granite for the barbeque counter, and black African slate for the main terrace. An existing brick retaining wall was saved and forms the backdrop for a long fountain with two stone water sources. Almost an acre in size, the property has several destinations. A winding set of steps takes the visitor up the hill to a redwood hot tub, set in a deck amongst walls and stone pillars, overlooking the property. Another winding path takes the visitor to the arbor at the end of the property, furnished with Emu chaises, with relaxing views back to the house, and easy access to the adjacent vegetable garden.
Photos: Simmonds & Associates, Inc.
Medium Sized and Small Swimming Pool Ideas and Designs
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