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A perimeter-overflow pool is a type of vanishing-edge pool designed so that water spills over all four walls, giving it the appearance of a mirror.
To create this effect, the tops of all four walls are set lower than normal, so they sit slightly below water level. This way, water spills over the entire perimeter and into a containment vessel, from which water is recirculated back into the pool.
These pools often are set at ground level, with water dropping through a slot or grate and into underground gutters. A simple slot in the decking has become more popular, because it barely affects the appearance of the deck.
A perimeter-overflow pool, or parts of it, also can be elevated higher than ground level, so that the water spills over the raised walls and into an open catch basin, or through a grate or slot leading to a gutter.
If the gutters or catch basin can’t be made large enough to contain all the water, a remote holding tank may also be installed.
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The space for this Masters of Design project was a little cramped, but the homeowner wanted it to feel open. “No matter where she was in the pool, she didn’t want the view obstructed,” says Roger Soares of Hydroscapes. In response, the designer developed a concept that stays close to ground-level. Part of the pool sits about 6 inches above grade, and from there, the perimeter steps up several times.
In keeping with the small elevations, Soares designed a fire pit that stands a mere 3 feet high. The minimalist horizontal rectangle not only fit the style, but the cross beam on top cleverly blocks bathers from a view of the adjacent property. The clients are gallery owners, and after getting a sense of their taste, Soares decided to cap off the poolscape with concrete spheres. These pure geometric forms complement the angularity of the pool, spa and fire pit.
Glass mosaic tile was used to line both the pool and spa interior. In selecting it, Soares worked with Genesis 3 Design Group co-founder David Tisherman to assemble a special blend of purples that pick up the vibrant Phoenix sunsets and golden browns to match the landscape. “Two of [the tiles] are a little more reflective than the others, so they glimmer in the sun,” Soares says.( more) |
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