Surrounded by high walls and hedges, this contemporary Italian-style villa house enjoys a sense of privacy from the neighbors. Concrete benches around the pool act as tables and seats, minimizing the need for garden furniture. The wood sun deck is fo

Surrounded by high walls and hedges, this contemporary Italian-style villa house enjoys a sense of privacy from the neighbors. Concrete benches around the pool act as tables and seats, minimizing the need for garden furniture. The wood sun deck is for comfort, as wood stays cooler in summer and warmer in winter than concrete. The architect also specified wood here for visual interest and warmth.