In 2024, Serrano + Baquero designed a house with an unconventional pool in Altos de la Zubia, Granada, Spain. The “Pool with a House” concept reverses the typical model, featuring a pool that encompasses the living space. This innovative approach provides varied water-related experiences, from submerged windows to elevated viewpoints, blurring the home’s boundaries and integrating the external landscape into the design.
The Las Lomas Pool House in Soquel, California, was designed by Fuse Architects + Builders in 2019. It serves as a central hub with a Henry Built kitchen, outdoor fireplace, and both indoor and outdoor showers, offering a space for entertaining and guest accommodation.
LR Residence in Bragança Paulista, Brazil, designed by Padovani Arquitetos, serves as a vacation home with a cozy, modern aesthetic. Completed in 2020, the house incorporates stone, wood, brick, and aluminium, offering a seamless blend of rustic and contemporary materials. Set on a sloping terrain, it features a single-level design that includes a private area with five suites, a spacious social area, and staff accommodations, all amidst views of the surrounding landscape.
Nalee Villa, a captivating family home designed by Saola Architects, showcases a harmonious blend of modern architecture and intimate living spaces in Vientiane, Laos. Centered around a refreshing swimming pool, this house prioritizes a welcoming reception area and cozy family zones, seamlessly integrating indoor and outdoor living.
With thoughtful features like a sunbathing terrace, a floating master suite, and a versatile guest/home office space, Nalee Villa embodies a contemporary design that caters to the needs of modern families.
Discover The Pool House, a marvel of modern design by buckandsimple, located in Randwick, Australia. Built in 2023, this pool house seamlessly fuses natural materials like wood and stone with innovative architecture, creating a serene outdoor living space perfect for both relaxation and social gatherings. Experience the unique blend of functionality and aesthetic appeal in this suburban sanctuary.
Discover the Webster Poolhouse in Carmel Valley, California—a 2021 project by Justin Pauly Architects. This poolhouse not only complements the historic Comstock Adobe but also introduces a modern touch with its minimalist design, expansive glass, and natural surroundings. Step inside to find a perfect blend of simplicity and sophistication, from plush living spaces to rustic yet modern kitchens and serene bedrooms, all designed to merge the indoors with the breathtaking outdoors seamlessly.
Before choosing materials for a pool deck, it is important to pay attention to such key factors as safety and durability, special attention should be paid to the intensity of human traffic near the pool deck because different materials have different performance indicators. Durable materials like concrete have been a common choice for pool decks in the past, even though they can be hot underfoot, dangerously slippery, and can crack over time. For a safer and stronger surface for pool decks, experienced professionals turn to visually appealing wood alternatives, value for money, and allow you to create your custom design solution for your pool deck. However, there are also other interesting materials for pool decks and we will talk about them later.
Embark on a journey through the New Penthouse with Swimming Pool in Ashdod, Israel, a 2022 creation by Rema Architects. This contemporary penthouse marvels with its clean, minimalist design, blending white and wood in a symphony of elegance. From a space-efficient dining area to a kitchen that doubles as a practical sculpture, every corner radiates sophisticated simplicity, accentuated by strategic lighting. This penthouse redefines modern luxury living.