Pool

The Control/Shift House is perched on the high side of the site which takes advantage of the view to the southeast. A gradual descending path navigates the change in terrain from the street to the entry of the house. A series of low retaining walls/planter beds gather and release the earth upon the descent resulting in a fairly flat level for the house to sit on the top one third of the site. The entry axis is aligned with the celebrated stair volume and then re-centers on the actual entry axis once you approach the forecourt of the house. The initial desire was for an “H” scheme house with common entertaining spaces bridging the gap between the more private spaces. After an investigation considering the site, program, and view, a key move was made: unfold the east wing of the “H” scheme to open all rooms to the southeast view resulting in a “T” scheme. The new derivation allows for both a swim pool which is on axis with the entry and main gathering space and a lap pool which occurs on the cross axis extending along the lengthy edge of the master suite, providing direct access for morning exercise and a view of the water throughout the day. The Control/Shift House was derived from a clever way of following the “rules.” Strict HOA guidelines required very specific exterior massing restrictions which limits the lengths of unbroken elevations and promotes varying sizes of masses. The solution most often used in this neighborhood is one of addition - an aggregation of masses and program randomly attached to the inner core of the house which often results in a parasitic plan. The approach taken with the Control/Shift House was to push and pull program/massing to delineate and define the layout of the house. Massing is intentional and reiterated by the careful selection of materiality that tracks through the house. Voids and relief in the plan are a natural result of this method and allow for light and air to circulate throughout every space of the house, even into the most inner core. Photography: Charles Davis Smith

New American Home 2013 Photography by Scolari

Hot tub and negative-edge pool surrounded by concrete overlooking Lake Coeur d'Alene and heavily treed hills and mountains

The major objective of this home was to craft something entirely unique; based on our client’s international travels, and tailored to their ideal lifestyle. Every detail, selection and method was individual to this project. The design included personal touches like a dog shower for their Great Dane, a bar downstairs to entertain, and a TV tucked away in the den instead of on display in the living room. Great design doesn’t just happen. It’s a product of work, thought and exploration. For our clients, they looked to hotels they love in New York and Croatia, Danish design, and buildings that are architecturally artistic and ideal for displaying art. Our part was to take these ideas and actually build them. Every door knob, hinge, material, color, etc. was meticulously researched and crafted. Most of the selections are custom built either by us, or by hired craftsman.

Custom concrete vanishing edge pool overlooking Table Rock Lake near Branson Missouri. Project materials and details included 4 tons of rebar, 90+ yards of shotcrete, over-sized plumbing, Pentair equipment and controller, traditional charcoal grey marcite plaster, NPT tile, poured in place concrete coping, concrete decking, and a vanishing edge water leveler.

Fleetwood 1070EX Pocket Door, Mojave French Door and Newport 2000 picture windows Planetworks, Inc.

This beautiful infinity pool by the water was inspired by our Aberdeen patio paving stones! Versatile in its landscaping design, the Aberdeen slab can look traditional by installing it in modular patterns, integrating all its sizes. You can also achieve a contemporary look by having it installed it in linear patterns. Transform your landscape ideas into reality with the audacious Aberdeen!

Large two story pool enclosure. Built for customer while he was winning the 2014 Super Bowl XLVIII

Negative edge pool and spa overlooking Texas hill county. Features Oklahoma Stone coping and steps, Kool-Crete deck, Leuters firepit and outdoor kitchen, pizza oven, bubblers, deck jets, step lighting, LED lighting, and complete automation including chemical maintenance.

Sky Terrace The New American Home 2015

Indoor-outdoor living. Photo credit: The Boutique Real Estate Group www.TheBoutiqueRE.com

Donny Ross and Elijah May

This stunning pool and spa combination is set against the serenity of a man made reservoir. A 50 foot negative edge draws the eye beyond the pool and into the wooded backdrop. The outdoor kitchen and pool house provide all the comforts from the inside, pool side. Jeffrey Ciarrochi