The Swiming Pool

An enlightened approach to pool design, The Swimming Pool matches superb aesthetics with the best of today's most innovative building materials to create the ultimate guide to building the ultimate luxury. Renowned landscape designer Martha Baker explores four popular styles - Romantic, Modern, Classic and Rustic - and details the key elements that help to create a complete look. She provides ideas for personalizing elements to match your individual taste and accommodating practical needs. Leading you on a guided tour of exclusive international locales featuring pools with many different looks and styles, she offers a wealth of advice on: Identifying the right design style to complement your property. Siting your pool and selecting the best pool shape. Creating poolside cooking and dining areas. Choosing furniture that epitomizes the art of relaxation. Landscaping to integrate your pool with your home and property. Pinpointing the best accessories to pull it all together. Authoritative and packed with more than 270 seductive photographs, The Swimming Pool opens up a world of unprecedented pool design.