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A family in West University contacted us to design a contemporary Houston landscape for them. They live on a double lot, which is large for that neighborhood. They had built a custom home on the property, and they wanted a unique indoor-outdoor living experience that integrated a modern pool into the aesthetic of their home interior.
This was made possible by the design of the home itself. The living room can be fully opened to the yard by sliding glass doors. The pool we built is actually a lap swimming pool that measures a full 65 feet in length. Not only is this pool unique in size and design, but it is also unique in how it ties into the home. The patio literally connects the living room to the edge of the water. There is no coping, so you can literally walk across the patio into the water and start your swim in the heated, lighted interior of the pool.
Even for guests who do not swim, the proximity of the water to the living room makes the entire pool-patio layout part of the exterior design. This is a common theme in modern pool design.
The patio is also notable because it is constructed from stones that fit so tightly together the joints seem to disappear. Although the linear edges of the stones are faintly visible, the surface is one contiguous whole whose linear seamlessness supports both the linearity of the home and the lengthwise expanse of the pool.
While the patio design is strictly linear to tie the form of the home to that of the pool, our modern pool is decorated with a running bond pattern of tile work. Running bond is a design pattern that uses staggered stone, brick, or tile layouts to create something of a linear puzzle board effect that captures the eye. We created this pattern to compliment the brick work of the home exterior wall, thus aesthetically tying fine details of the pool to home architecture.
At the opposite end of the pool, we built a fountain into the side of the home's perimeter wall. The fountain head is actually square, mirroring the bricks in the wall. Unlike a typical fountain, the water here pours out in a horizontal plane which even more reinforces the theme of the quadrilateral geometry and linear movement of the modern pool.
We decorated the front of the home with a custom garden consisting of small ground cover plant species. We had to be very cautious around the trees due to West U’s strict tree preservation policies. In order to avoid damaging tree roots, we had to avoid digging too deep into the earth.
The species used in this garden—Japanese Ardesia, foxtail ferns, and dwarf mondo not only avoid disturbing tree roots, but they are low-growth by nature and highly shade resistant. We also built a gravel driveway that provides natural water drainage and preserves the root zone for trees. Concrete pads cross the driveway to give the homeowners a sure-footing for walking to and from their vehicles.
FritzGlock GmbH® Fenster. Türen. Fassaden.
Fotograf: Tomek Kwiatosz
Architekt: Dr. Eric Schmitz- Riol
Small contemporary side yard rectangular lap pool in Other with decking.
Small contemporary side yard rectangular lap pool in Other with decking.
Helét van Blerk
garden makeover and included the pool, deck walkways, boundary wall, plants and water features
Small contemporary side yard rectangular lap pool in Other with with a pool and tile.
Small contemporary side yard rectangular lap pool in Other with with a pool and tile.
Platinum Poolcare
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This sport pool measures 14'0" x 28'0", and is 3'6" deep at each end, 5'6" in the middle. Featuring an automatic safety cover with a custom stone lid system and Indiana Limestone coping, this pool epitomizes basic elegance.
The pool features "wedding cake" steps at one end and two corner benches at the opposite end. Photos by Rockit Projects
Pepe Gascón Arquitectura
Aitor Estévez
Photo of a small mediterranean side yard rectangular lap pool in Other with a pool house.
Photo of a small mediterranean side yard rectangular lap pool in Other with a pool house.
Alex Crook Photography
This is an example of a small country side yard rectangular aboveground pool in Seattle with a hot tub and concrete pavers.
DTR_studio arquitectos
cris beltran
Design ideas for a small mediterranean side yard rectangular lap pool in Other with a pool house and decking.
Design ideas for a small mediterranean side yard rectangular lap pool in Other with a pool house and decking.
Tod Brown with Florida Aquatics Custom Pools
T.Borth Design
Photo of a small traditional side yard round natural pool in Orlando with a water feature and brick pavers.
Photo of a small traditional side yard round natural pool in Orlando with a water feature and brick pavers.
Geneva Cabinet Company, LLC
Geneva Cabinet Company,, Lake Geneva, WI.,
Authorized Dealer for Medallion Cabinetry.,
The open plan is outfitted with a stunning galley kitchen spacious seating area by the large format tile fireplace, a bedroom and full bath. Custom built-ins and cabinetry by Medallion keep the look open and clean with great storage for poolside activities. Builder: Lowell Management Services, Lake Geneva, WI
Photographer: Victoria McHugh Photography
Medallion Cabinetry in open area
The Furniture Guild Vanity
Natur & Heim GmbH
Inspiration for a small contemporary side yard rectangular natural pool in Berlin with decking.
LDAW Landscape Architecture, PC
in ground fiberglass spa and terrace area
Inspiration for a small traditional side yard round natural pool in New York with natural stone pavers.
Inspiration for a small traditional side yard round natural pool in New York with natural stone pavers.
Randell Design Group
Compact pool with current, spa and integrated electrically operated cover.
Small beach style side yard rectangular lap pool in Sussex with decking and a pool house.
Small beach style side yard rectangular lap pool in Sussex with decking and a pool house.
Heirloom Design Build
Location: Atlanta, Georgia - Historical Inman Park
Scope: This home was a new home we developed and built in Atlanta, GA. The pool's water feature is centered on the 12' slider door in the living room to bring the sound of the sheer falls into the home. The pool is a black plaster, polished aggregate pool. It is zero entry as well with a umbrella holder in the pool so it can be used to place chairs in for lounging.
High performance / green building certifications: EPA Energy Star Certified Home, EarthCraft Certified Home - Gold, NGBS Green Certified Home - Gold, Department of Energy Net Zero Ready Home, GA Power Earthcents Home, EPA WaterSense Certified Home
Builder/Developer: Heirloom Design Build
Architect: Jones Pierce
Interior Design/Decorator: Heirloom Design Build
Photo Credit: D. F. Radlmann
www.heirloomdesignbuild.com
C. W. Howe Partners Inc.
This is an example of a small modern side yard rectangular natural pool in Los Angeles with a water feature and tile.
Abramson Architects
A slim pool and patio occupy the narrow side yard. A cantilevered carport is repurposed as an outdoor living room. Sliding glass doors open up for a seamless transition between the indoor and the patio.
Photo: Jim Bartsch
Momentum Pools
This is an example of a small contemporary side yard rectangular pool in Melbourne with decking.
Mourad EL KARIMA Architecte d'Interieur - MEKAI
MEKAI
Photo of a small mediterranean side yard custom-shaped infinity pool in Other with decking.
Photo of a small mediterranean side yard custom-shaped infinity pool in Other with decking.
Platinum Poolcare
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This swimming pool in Lake Forest, IL is the perfect quiet getaway. There is a 40'0" bench along one wall with an exercise bar, perfect for aqua aerobics or yoga. The ample sunshelf is actually used as an in-water reading area. The coping is Bluestone, and the decking is concrete pavers. Measuring 18'0" x 36'0", this relaxing oasis is just perfect for recreation and relaxation.
Mike Farley Pool Designer, SWD, ASLA
Vanishing Edge inground swimming pool overlooking Lake Worth, TX is designed by Mike Farley of Claffey Pools. Complete privacy while still having an awesome view of the lake. Pool & Spa and entertainting area is a 6' drop from driveway and then a 25' drop to the lake. Limestone boulders were used on retaining wall from the driveway to the pool. Tanning ledge has Clown Fish highlighted against the Black Pebblesheen for the Grandkids enjoyment. Photos byMike Farley
Water to Water Connection Video by Mike on Youtube- http://youtu.be/u518mQWImUc
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