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A Special Collection of Dramatic Pools‌Built to Inspire
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Incorporating materials, such as cut lava rock stone, the designer captured the tropical essence found in Hawaii in this vanishing-edge poolscape. Photographed by Michael Paravano for Kona Sunset Pools & Spas, Kailua Kona, Hawaii
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WELCOME TO
Paradise
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Tropical
Pools
he beauty and breathtaking feel of coastal shores and tropical
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islands are the reasons so many people flock to them for vacation, time and time again. Sun, sand, waves, and palm
trees are just a few of the key elements that give these destinations their unmatched allure. A week’s vacation often goes by too fast, and you wish you could experience that exotic, relaxing environment every day… Well, it might be time to bring paradise to your own backyard. An expertly designed pool paired with the right landscaping, hardscaping, and water features, can look just like——or even better than——the pool at your favorite tropical hotel resort.
Shape, Materials & Special Features Tropical style pools have a number of characteristics that make them look anything but manmade. They are usually freeform in shape, allowing many unique design possibilities, while still maintaining the look of a natural lagoon. The pool’s interior finish is typically a light color (often a shade of blue) so that the water will resemble the Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean Sea, or other tropical waters. Instead of steps, these pools may have a beach entry, in which the pool’s floor is on a gradual slant, making it easy for swimmers to wade in or simply lounge in the shallow end. Another common
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All of the elements in this space capture the carefree mood that is vital for an island setting--from the “floating� spa and the tropical flora to the inviting seating area with a custom-built fireplace. Photographed by Rick Legnon for Advanced Pools, Rancho Cordova, Calif.
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Photo courtesy of Pier Garneri. Photographed by Domenico Garneri for San Juan Pools of Monterey, Inc., Sand City, Calif.
Photographed by Joyce Bowles for Backyard Aquatics by Joyce Bowles, Mt. Dora, Fla.
Versatility Because tropical pools can fit into almost any backyard, they are quite common, especially among families with children. Waterfalls, waterslides, caves, and even shooting water features all enhance this style and create an aquatic playground that kids and their friends are sure to enjoy. Adding a cabana, pergola, or poolside tiki hut adds to the idea of a resort and creates a perfect place to entertain.
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Sparkling water, towering palm trees, and a commanding rock waterfall work together to create a picturesque scene that is inviting in its tropical beauty. Anthony & Sylvan Pools, Doylestown, Pa.
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