Swimming pools are more than places for recreation – they are magical environments that provide an escape from the stresses of everyday life. Giant mirrors in the landscape, these man-made basins reflect the sky, clouds, and trees to expand our view of nature. Just looking at a pool’s shimmering surface or listening to its splashing sounds is calming.

Pools are seductive, even for those who don’t swim. They instantly draw us to their liquid beauty, ever-changing reflections, and therapeutic abilities to rejuvenate the body and the spirit. On a hot day, it’s hard to resist jumping in and getting wet.

Today, the pool serves not only as an entertainment hub, but also as a place to exercise, meditate, work, and supervise the kids.

Deborah K. Dietsch - Dream Pools

Whether the ultimate goal is simple or spectacular, planning a swimming pool today requires the careful consideration of many elements - from shape and color to edges and access. Pool design is no longer a matter of merely selecting a cookie-cutter shape from a builder’s catalogue.