Extraordinary Pools

Extraordinary Pools: A Journey Through the World's Most Remarkable Swimming Pools

Dive into the beauty of architecture, design, and travel with Extraordinary Pools, a stunning coffee table book showcasing fifty of the world's most breathtaking and architecturally significant swimming pools. Filled with vibrant photography and fascinating stories, this beautifully curated volume celebrates the swimming pool as a place of leisure, innovation, artistry, and cultural history.

Travel from iconic public landmarks to extraordinary private retreats as you explore remarkable pools across the globe, including Berthold Lubetkin's modernist Penguin Pool at the London Zoo, the breathtaking infinity pool atop Marina Bay Sands in Singapore, Julia Morgan's historic City Club pool in Berkeley, California, Luis Barragán's celebrated pools at Cuadra San Cristóbal in Mexico, and many more.

Interwoven with the spectacular imagery are engaging essays from architects, historians, and passionate swimmers that examine the swimming pool's influence on modern culture, architecture, recreation, and design. From Olympic history and mid-century modernism to California's skateboarding culture, Extraordinary Pools offers a fascinating perspective on one of the world's most iconic architectural spaces.

Perfect for lovers of architecture, interior design, travel, photography, and luxury living, this beautifully designed book makes an inspiring addition to any coffee table or library.

Features:

• Showcases 50 architecturally significant swimming pools from around the world

• Filled with stunning full-color photography

• Explores iconic pools across Europe, Asia, North America, and beyond

• Includes essays on architecture, design, history, and cultural influence

• Ideal for architecture, travel, photography, and design enthusiasts

• A beautiful coffee table book for home décor and inspiration

• Makes an exceptional housewarming, hostess, wedding, or holiday gift