Natural Design - Auburn, Calif.

Winner of 2002 AQUA Choice Award in Pools and Spas Over 600 Square Feet Category

Place: 3
Year: 2002
Category:
Pools and Spas Over 600 Square Feet

Location:Granite Bay, Calif.
Estimated Cost:$198,000
Other Resources: Controls, Drains, Filter, Heater, Jets, Pumps, Sanitization Equipment, Skimmers, Valves: Pentair Pool Products o Lighting (landscape), Lighting (pool/spa): Fiberstars o Automatic Pool Cleaner: Letro Products

Giant natural-rock formations and custom rock work by Natural Design have been blended with multiple levels of water to create a splendid backyard retreat with a tropical feel.

The water in this project is at three different levels, as are the hand-sculpted flagstone patios.The upper patio is 3 feet above the main pool waterline and the lower patio is 3 feet below the waterline, creating a bar area with wet and dry seats. There is also a barbecue and fireplace set in the hand-sculpted concrete retaining walls between levels.

A sloping beach entry adjacent to the children’s pool allows for easy access to the main swimming area, and the major cantilever has a bench below the waterfall for sitting behind its cascade. Four bronze dolphins add an artistic final touch.