Pool Design Ideas with Gravel and Concrete Slab

Kessler Park Modern
Kessler Park Modern
Randy Angell DesignsRandy Angell Designs
The 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.
Caliente
Caliente
Restoration CostonRestoration Coston
Stan Sachley design circa "1980" The architect clearly understood the proper use of space and light, while still respecting earlier mid-century desert architecture. The floors were kept clean and polished, as not to compete with the existing split travertine which ran through glass walls. This effect, blurred the indoor/outdoor living spaces. Finishes selected, were chosen to highlight a more refined and modern environment.
Palm Springs Mid-Century Modern Pool and Mountain View
Palm Springs Mid-Century Modern Pool and Mountain View
Cedar Hill CabinetsCedar Hill Cabinets
This Palm Springs backyard pool overlooks the San Jacinto Mountains to the west. Photography by Greg Hoppe.
Addition & Remodel
Addition & Remodel
RD Architecture, LLCRD Architecture, LLC
Backyard and pool The clients were skeptical about whether they should sell and build new or work with what they had. After reviewing our conceptual ideas for what their home could be, the remodel took on a life of it's own. A project that began as a kitchen remodel spread from room to room through the entire house. The end product is a bit of paradise. Juliana Franco Photography
Patio and Pool
Patio and Pool
Ag-Trac Enterprises LCAg-Trac Enterprises LC
View of the pool and dining area Photo: Casey McFarland
Traditional Pool & Landscape - Cedarburg
Traditional Pool & Landscape - Cedarburg
Ginkgo Leaf StudioGinkgo Leaf Studio
Drone photography of Cedarburg pool project clearly shows how the fire pit area is located on the centerline of the pool. Edmunds Studios Photography
Back Yard
Back Yard
Joseph Farrell ArchitectureJoseph Farrell Architecture
Interior Design by Pamala Deikel Design Photos by Paul Rollis
21907 BELLA TERRA BLVD
21907 BELLA TERRA BLVD
Engel & Volkers Naples Bonita-EsteroEngel & Volkers Naples Bonita-Estero
This customized Hampton model Offers 4 bedrooms, 2 baths and over 2308sq ft of living area with pool. Sprawling single-family home with loads of upgrades including: NEW ROOF, beautifully upgraded kitchen with new stainless steel Bosch appliances and subzero built-in fridge, white Carrera marble countertops, and backsplash with white wooden cabinetry. This floor plan Offers two separate formal living/dining room with enlarging family room patio door to maximum width and height, a master bedroom with sitting room and with patio doors, in the front that is perfect for a bedroom with large patio doors or home office with closet, Many more great features include tile floors throughout, neutral color wall tones throughout, crown molding, private views from the rear, eliminated two small windows to rear, Installed large hurricane glass picture window, 9 ft. Pass-through from the living room to the family room, Privacy door to the master bathroom, barn door between master bedroom and master bath vestibule. Bella Terra has it all at a great price point, a resort style community with low HOA fees, lawn care included, gated community 24 hr. security, resort style pool and clubhouse and more!

Pool Design Ideas with Gravel and Concrete Slab

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