With summer officially around the corner, we are keen to share our portfolio of gorgeous outdoor swimming pools that provide a luxurious leisure experience. A beautifully designed and well located pool will become the heart of household activity being a place for exercise, playing, gathering and relaxing for all generations. Access to sun, shade, changing facilities and a fridge/ barbecue allows the pool to be used throughout the day.
The South of France benefits from long hot summers and the pool becomes the focus for outdoor living, therefore a large terrace and built in barbecue, as seen at Villa Malet, are essential to support this lifestyle.
At Imbizo House on South Africa’s Western Cape, the sun-drenched deck includes a fire pit and the slate-clad pool faces towards the coast. A large section of glazing set into one side of the pool gives a glimpse of swimmers’ exertions from the gardens below.
In the Caribbean an outdoor pool is a must-have and at the soon to be complete Villa Antigua the infinity pool allows expansive sea views and incorporates plenty of shade as well as a spa. The terrace and pool are the heart and soul of the residence being the centre of family life.
“Pools often serve as a striking focal point within our villa designs, enhancing the connectivity and aspect of key spaces and elevating the overall layout through thoughtful integration.” Sam Cooke, Partner
The UK climate is less favourable however year-round outdoor swimming is a great way to keep fit and healthy, whilst on those long hot summer days, a swimming pool is the perfect way to cool off – and maybe even pretend that you are in the South of France, as here in St John’s Wood sur Mer!
