We built their pool: Terri & Gene share their experience
The 13,500-gallon in-ground swimming pool is encased in a light tan travertine deck, designed in an elegant 4-piece Versailles pattern. The travertine originates from Turkey…
Cimarron Circle Helps Marana Couple Win Best Outdoor Living Award
Oh well… We never get tired of winning design awards or helping our clients win them. In these circumstances, Patty and Mark Smallsreed of Marana, AZ snatched the top award for their breathtaking backyard and sparkling curved pool…
Rooftop Pool
The rooftop pool is built on top of one of the newest student housing buildings near the University of Arizona. The deck treatment makes this pool and spa definitely different and very cool.
Round Pool
The round pool is built at The Lofts of Flagstaff. The use of laminars which change colors and the underwater lights make this pool really spectacular.
What are “Spools”? The hybrid solution for small backyards
A spool is a cross between a spa and a pool. It is actually a small pool with benches and jets like a spa. The primary advantage of a spool is that it doesn’t take up much room. This is good for smaller yards. Another advantage is that it does not take long to heat up, therefore the cost to heat and the wait for it to heat are much lower and shorter than with a pool….
A short guide to various types of pool finishes
The surface or finish of your pool will not only determine how it looks and feels, but also how much maintenance you can expect and at what cost. There are a number of decision factors to consider, for which additional advice from a licensed pool contractor will be necessary.
3D Pool Renderings Help Homeowners and Pool Builders Visualize and Design Intelligent Projects
As for any significant pool construction project, Cimarron Circle starts with a 3D rendering of the swimming pool and the area around it. This example of a pool 3D rendering shows the pool and the property in daylight and at night. Illumination plays a huge role in the homeowners’ experience with their pool and their backyard, and 3D renderings are unique in their capacity to show the appeal of a design at night.
Comparing Pool Deck Materials – Part II
This is the second part of our article on a variety of choices of materials to build a pool deck. Part I covered artistic pavers, natural stone, concrete and travertine. This part covers bricks, grass and turf, and wood.
Pool Deck Materials – A Comparison – Part I
Pool decks add personality to your home and therefore, selecting the right materials to build them is important. Your choice will be guided by a variety of considerations such as whether your pool is above-ground or in-ground, cost, maintenance requirements, durability, local climate, aesthetics and lifestyle (do you have an active social life? Children?)
Pros and Cons of Saltwater Pools
Saltwater pools are all about chlorine generation. Salt is added to the pool which gets converted into chlorine when water passes from the chlorine generator cell. Saltwater pools are like standard pools,…