I recently moved from Houston to New York, so my access to actual swimming pools is a lot more restricted than it used to be. I have dealt with this by spending a disproportionally large amount of time looking at pools on the internet.
Here's a roundup of beautiful pools, because you deserve a break, even if it's only in your eyes and in your imagination.
Located in the stylish Altar Tulum apartment complex lies this luxury penthouse apartment designed by Terreo Studio. The 2497 sqft/ 232 m2 apartment is
You may have plenty of ideas for the backyard of your dreams, but those infinity pools and sunken fire pits and outdoor kitchens — well, they cost money. We’ve got some ideas for budget ways to get the features you crave, so you can enjoy your outdoor space without spending a ton of cash. If you dream of: A backyard swimming pool… Try: A stock tank pool, like this one (above) from Tractor Supply.
This couple may lead a crazy life, but their apartment is calm
Discover stunning garden walkway design ideas and tips for creating a beautiful garden path. Transform your outdoor space today with our expert advice!
Systrarna Del Olmos barndomshem på Mallorca har genom åren förvandlats till en plats för konstnärer, ett hus i ständig förändring.
Perched on a Portuguese hilltop, an inspiring studio lets creativity take flight. Visual artist Amélia Marta enlisted Portuguese architecture firm Madeiguincho to design a space where she could stargaze, make art, or just sit and think. To create the multipurpose but still economical interior, the designers got inventive with windows and wood. The translucent timber-frame eastern facade lets in diffuse light perfect for painting, while a north-facing skylight illuminates a counter for
Nestled in the serene forests of Golestan, in the north of Iran, lies an architectural marvel that redefines the essence of eco-tourism and luxury in harmony with nature. This unique tourist residence, designed with a profound respect for its pristine environment, comprises a collection of circular houses, elegantly perched beside a tranquil lake and interconnected through an intricate network of wooden bridges.
Westport Pool House is, as its name implies, the additional Pool House to an existing property in Westport, CT.
Image 6 of 29 from gallery of Swahili Dreams Apartments / Urko Sanchez Architects. Photograph by Javier Callejas
Zellige tiles or zellij is an ancestral north African art. The tradition has been treasured from one generation to another and today only very skilled craftsmen can achieve these complex geometric mosaics works. Ideal for wall and floor coverings, but also for fireplaces, fountains or even swimming pools, Moroccan tile has inspired many architects and designers to create custom original works.Zellige has been made in Morocco for over a 1000 years. Finding the highest quality clay is extremely important to produce the finest Zellige tile. The region of Fez has one of the best quality clays in Morocco.The clay is soaked in water until it reaches a soft texture. Once the clay is soft enough to handle it is filtered by hand.After filtering, a skilled craftsmen flattens the clay by hand into squares. This part is very important because the clay must be compact with no air bubbles in it.Raw Zellige clay tiles are then allowed to dry outdoors, like adobe. Most tile production takes place in the summer, early fall and spring.After the clay is shaped, molded and flattened, it is kept and stored in a cool dry place to be readied for a first bake.After the uncured Zellige tiles are dried another skilled craftsmen applies the colors to the top of the tile. Be aware that today in Morocco many tile factories use paint guns to apply colors. Using spray guns provides the same looking tiles and many more colors are available with a lower cost. The reason we don't buy spray painted tiles it is to ensure that the paint coating is thick and resistant.The Zellige tiles are now placed in natural, wood fired kilns. In traditional moroccan Zellige kilns heat circulates unevenly, resulting in slightly different tones and colors for each tile. This imperfection makes Moroccan tiles so unique and beautiful.The end product is a 4"x4" tile with uneven edges.Note: All our tiles are 100% hand made. Our factory uses the same techniques as our ancestors to ensure quality and authenticity.Zellige making is considered an art in and of itself. This art is transmitted from generation to generation by master craftsmen. There are three craftsmen needed for Zellige. The first selects the tiles and then draws the shape desired and passes the tile to the next craftsmen.The most important part of this entire process is the third craftsmen, also called the master craftsmen. He specializes in cutting the excess clay and performs precision cutting. The end results are an incredible variety of shaped pieces that are assembled to create intricate Zellige patterns. The possibilities are unlimited!
Located in the stylish Altar Tulum apartment complex lies this luxury penthouse apartment designed by Terreo Studio. The 2497 sqft/ 232 m2 apartment is
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India-based architectural studio The White Room, run by Nitin Barchha and Disney Davis, uses minimal design and natural materials to create clean spaces bursting with plant life. In their recent project Garden Room the pair created a white and slate green sculptural setting that presents a calming segue from interior to outdoor space. The one bedroom apartment located in the Mumbai suburb of Pali Hill is teeming with vines and hanging plants that create a protective barrier from the outside world. More
