View into the courtyard of the 'U' shaped house. Clerestory living room windows are seen in background. The circular kitchen is to the left, the master bedroom to the right. Hal Lum

Forestdale - Exquisite Residence

Hi Tech Projects

Inspired and designed by one of Queensland’s master builders this exquisite residence has a relaxing lifestyle and a luxurious finish that will surely exceed all of your expectations. Located in a prestigious address this home is set on an acre and a quarter of manicured landscaped grounds that combines an opulence home, detached second home, large sheds and an extensive alfresco overlooking a spectacular pool. Entering the house you straight away admire the craftsmanship, featuring sleek lines, high ceilings, 4 bedrooms and the easy flow between 4 living areas all refined by the quality fittings and stand out grand kitchen. The perfect marriage between inside and out suits our warmer climate with the alfresco and pool being a central center piece between both dwellings. Entering the second dwelling you notice a modern style with two separate large open planed living spaces, 2 x bedrooms and a chic bathroom. This uniquely L shaped house has the space to fit many buyers requirements with the expansive floor plan that will easily cater for the dual living, home business or executive family. Main House: • 4 x Spacious Bedrooms + 4 x Contemporary Bathrooms • Master bedroom with open planed ensuite and walk-in • Kitchen with Blue Pearl Granite Benchtops 40mm, walk in pantry & American Oak cabinetry • 4 x Living areas with the kids retreat, formal dining & lounge, family area combining with the kitchen & massive rumpus room with wet bar + pool table • Double Lock up garage with storage room 2nd House: • 2 x Big Bedrooms + 1 x chic bathroom with double vanity/shower • Huge open planed main living area combining kitchen with stage area and sound proofing • Multi-purpose 2nd living area perfect for a retreat or work from home office. Outdoor: • Extensive pool and alfresco area with lush landscaped gardens and soothing water features + pool area bathroom (4th) • Double gated remote entry with brick feature fence, visitor gate with intercom + concrete drive way to the rear sheds & side garage • Shed 7.5m x 12m with 4 roller doors and 3m x 12m awning – fluro lighting, 3 phase power, security, and power points • Carport 7.5m x 8m – sensor fluro lighting, flood lighting, and power points • 4 x 5000L rain water tanks + 2 rain water pumps + 5KW solar system • Complete garden automatic sprinkler system + 2 x 500W feature flood lights in front garden • Shade sails over entertainment areas Inclusions: • Security screens to all doors and windows + wall vacumaid system + Fully integrated intercom system in all rooms – including music and gate control + 2 x 250L Rheem electric hot water systems + Cedar blinds and sliding louver doors • RUMPUS: Built in wet bar with feature glass overhead display cabinets and wine rack + Tasmanian Oak cabinetry + Projector and automatic wall mounted media screen + Wall mounted television integrated with projector screen + Cinema ceiling speakers + Pool table and wall mounted cue rack

Basson Family Home

Big Wolf Projects

Peter B

Poolside Portable Lanterns

BEVOLO GAS & ELECTRIC LIGHTS

Bevolo Governor Pool House Lanterns add ambiance to this contemporary poolside oasis. Shop the Series: http://ow.ly/cdP330nCkPm Photo: Chad Chenier

Modernity on University (sneak peek)

Masa Studio Architects

Leonardo French Pattern Pavers

Stone-Mart

Corona Del Mar

Aqua-Link Pools and Spas

Built By Aqua-Link Pools and Spas. Engineered by Watershape Consulting Designed by Garden Studio Pictures By Leigh Ann Rowe Photography

French: Rheims

Harold Leidner Landscape Architects

A recently completed country French estate in Dallas, Texas. This home features expansive gardens, stone walls, antique limestone paving, a raised pool, a putting green, fire pit and lush gardens with relaxing shade and blooming shrubs

The Zen Home

HoneyBee Designz

Robert Stevens Photography

Custom Doors, Windows, Millwork and Cabinetry Built by Neff Mill and Cabinet

Neff Mill & Cabinet Inc.

SC 3

Jon Eric Christner ARCHITECT INC.

Entry Courtyard - General Contractor: Forte Estate Homes

Perimeter Overflow Pool with Spa

Rosebrook Pools, Inc.

Frankfort reflective perimeter overflow pool with spa, multiple tanning ledges, and water features along enhanced by color changing LED lighting. By Rosebrook Pools. 847-362-0400

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Jennifer Bevan Interiors

Custom Courtyard Gates in Alys Beach, FL – Nonesuch Way

E. F. San Juan

Custom Courtyard Gates in Alys Beach, FL designed by architect Eric Watson and manufactured by E. F. San Juan Custom Moulding, Millwork & Cabinetry in Youngstown, FL Photo courtesy of Alys Beach Real Estate

Bell

BLUE HAVEN POOLS - Morrisville

Pics by John Delaforce, Landscape Design by Chad Smith

Custom Home - Winter Park Florida

LunDev Custom Homes

3 bed / 3 bath 2,077 sq/ft Pool Outdoor kitchen Detached garage

L.H. Beach House

Popham Interiors

Lennox Head beach home designed by Popham Interiors and photographed by Elouise van Reit-Gray

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Interiors Group of SW Florida

Corona Del Mar

Aqua-Link Pools and Spas

Built By Aqua-Link Pools and Spas. Engineered by Watershape Consulting Designed by Garden Studio Pictures By Leigh Ann Rowe Photography

Courtyard Pool Design Ideas with a Water Feature

Swimming pools are heavenly during hot Australian and New Zealand summers and are the perfect way to cool down, relax, entertain friends and even get fit. A pool can also create visual interest, especially when you consider features like coloured pool tiles, lighting and landscaping. If you are short on space, you might still fit a lap pool, plunge pool or swim spa, all of which could be focal points in your small garden. As you plan your pool design, map out your space and determine what size, shape and style works best for you. Browse the photos on Houzz for design ideas for above ground pools, inground pools, as well as pool landscaping and novelty features like pool slides or water features. Then, save your favourite photos to an ideabook, and get in touch with the experts behind your favourite picks.

What type of pool should I install?

The dimensions of your backyard will determine the type of inground pools you can install. Take into account boundary restrictions and pool fencing compliance. Fibreglass versions are cheaper, and quicker to install; whereas concrete constructions are better suited to tricky sites and give you more freedom in design. If you’re on a tight budget or don’t want to commit to an inground pool, above ground pools are a more affordable alternative. If you only have a small backyard, a plunge pool is a great solution, and can easily run along a boundary wall or down the side of a house. This option is also low maintenance, can be heated for use in winter, and can do double duty as a swim spa. A long, narrow space, on the other hand, could fit a lap pool, whereas a water feature could fill an awkward space. If your backyard features a stunning vista, consider an infinity pool to accentuate the view.

What pool fencing options are available?

While the specifics vary from state to state, fencing is required of most pool designs. However, pool fencing doesn’t have to obscure your pool design. Glass fencing is increasingly popular for this reason exactly, and is available framed, frameless, semi-frameless and even in-ground. A cheaper alternative is aluminium or steel fencing, which, again, are available in a variety of styles: flat top, loop-top, double-top and wire-based.

What pool landscaping features should I consider?

To get the most out of your pool, design an area that offers multiple hangouts. Include a nearby barbecue, dining area, seating for lounging and outdoor shower. Having shaded areas will give you more reason to stay poolside longer, too. Timber decking and stone paving are popular choices for pool surrounds, and are also helpful in creating zones. Just imagine a raised timber platform with a daybed – a luxurious, resort-style addition to any pool design. Leafy trees and rocks will create a more natural-looking oasis, and will help provide more privacy for swimmers. Where you want your landscape to be the main focus, keep pool equipment and furnishings to a minimum.