10 Pools That Make a Splash in More Ways Than One
From serene plunge pools to cinematic infinity edge pools, these standout designs turn up the heat on outdoor living.
As the weather heats up, few architectural features feel more seductive than a swimming pool. Whether it’s carved into rock, cantilevered over a hillside, or tucked discreetly into an urban courtyard, the best pools offer more than just a place to cool off—they create a dynamic dialogue between architecture and landscape.
In this round-up, we dive into some of the most memorable pools featured in Dwell. From a pond-like pool set into a rocky coastal landscape in Mexico to a infinity pool that stretches out over bushland in the hills above Sydney, these projects are a splash of inspiration for summer living.
In Mexico, a Modern Palapa and Pool Are Carved Into a Rocky Slope
CDM Casas de México designed this pool for a coastal home in the town of San Juan de Alima, on the western coast of Mexico, as if it were a natural pond left behind by the tides. Carved directly into the rocky slope, it blurs the line between the built forms and the wild landscape.
Courtesy CDM Casas de México
In São Paulo, Fernanda Marques Arquitetos Associados designed this duplex around a striking glass-walled pool that cuts across the living area. The four windows framing the aquamarine pool and verdant greenery above read as a vibrant work of art that introduces color and movement into the interior.
Courtesy of Fillippo Bamberghi
At Casa Caracol in Cancún, Lanza Atelier designed a rooftop pool that serves as both a refuge from the heat and a visual extension of the home’s material palette. The pool tiles mirror those used in the bathroom and kitchen, while the surrounding walls are built from locally salvaged stone embedded with fossilised seashells.
Photo by EMM Studio
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