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Swimming pools can be found in various architectural contexts, including private residences, hotels, public parks, and recreational facilities. In addition to serving as a place for swimming and exercise, swimming pools can also be designed for relaxation, socializing, and aesthetic purposes. Swimming pool design may vary depending on the intended use and surrounding architecture, with features such as indoor or outdoor pools, infinity edges, waterfalls, and poolside lounges. The materials used in pool construction can also vary, with options such as concrete, fiberglass, or natural stone. Swimming pools can serve as a focal point of a building or outdoor space, providing a refreshing and enjoyable amenity for users.
Located in the remote Swiss Alps, The Therme Vals by Peter Zumthor is a poetic exploration of the relationship between architecture, nature, and the human senses. Completed in 1996, Zumthor’s…
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In the heart of Mexico City, Casa Gilardi was designed by Luis Barragán, one of Mexico’s most acclaimed architects. Built between 1975 and 1977, this project represents Barragán’s last masterpiece,…
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In the picturesque locale of Cacupé, Florianópolis, where crystal-clear waters and white sandy beaches meet a rugged mountainous backdrop, TETRO has crafted the Ponte House. Completed in 2024, this residence…
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The Češča Vas Pool Complex in Novo Mesto, Slovenia, designed by Enota, is a remarkable example of contemporary architectural practice seamlessly integrated with its natural surroundings. Located adjacent to a…
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Situated amidst the lush vineyards of Alella, distinguished with the prestigious Denomination of Origin (D.O.) status, Pineda & Monedero have brought to life a masterstroke of design. They tackled an…
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The Rose Garden Boutique Hotel, designed by JSPA Design, is located in Daixi, a small town between Huzhou and Hangzhou in Zhejiang province. The site was formed by a gentle…
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Exchanges between sculpture and architecture are always challenging and productive. The Berned House in Madrid, property of the sculptor Arturo Berned and designed by himself and his near collaborator, the…
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In 1973, the celebrated Spanish architect Ricardo Bofill (1939 – 2022) completed a unique design for a summer house for his parents, located in the captivating region of Empordà in…
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Completed in 2021 by Riparia Architecture Studio, Kokonut is a fragmented residential building at the Mexican Riviera Maya consisting of three volumes that responded to three main factors: the trapezoidal…
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The Cork Oak House is a single-family property on a plot of extraordinary morphological characteristics; with approximately 12 thousand square meters, the land is located in a natural protection area…
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“Waiting for the summer” is part of the ongoing series “By the roadside” by International Award Winning PhotoArtist Michael Nguyen. The photographer had the opportunity to capture the Gauting summer…
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Completed in 2019 by Portuguese architecture firm Floret Arquitectura, the Gólgota House in Oporto is an extension of a historically restored structure. The house design is highly influenced by its…
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Award-winning aerial photographer Brad Walls, also known as Bradscanvas, has just released his highly-anticipated new series, Pools From Above – an ode to the beauty found in the shapes, colors,…
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In 1934, Berthold Lubetkin and the Tecton Group completed the Penguin Pool in the world’s oldest zoo: the London Zoo. The complex also features a unique collection of buildings that…
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