Falling water

When a country house has generous proportions, it is only logical that the pool landscape should reflect a similar grand scale. That was the brief given to Gudrun Fischer, the landscape designer for this rural project.

The solution was a 25m pool, built by Mayfair Pools agent Richard Rowley of Designer Pools. But it is not just the size of the pool that impresses it is also the special features. Water flows from a waterfall in a schist wall at one end, continuing under a bridge into the main pool. Water also flows from the main pool, over a weir with an infinity edge, to a collection pool positioned closer to the house.

The seamless look of the landscape is enhanced by the absence of pool fencing the whole pool area is elevated 1.2m, which meets safety regulations.

Rowley says the pool has a Royal Blue lining, and an automatic transparent pool cover. This ensures the bright blue colour can be enjoyed at all times. The pool is heated by a heat pump and includes a Rolachem automatic chlorine and PH controller.

Mayfair Pools specialises in fibreglass pools that are custom built to any size and shape, to fit virtually any site. The company, which has been in business for more than 35 years, has a network of agents throughout the country.

For details, contact Mayfair Pools, freephone 0800 Mayfair (629 324). Website: www.mayfairpools.co.nz.

Story by: Trendsideas