Current environmental design employs a combination of passive solar-control strategies to reduce the impact on mechanical air-conditioning and heating systems, with passive design involving the combined approach of reducing unwanted solar gains during summer, while maximising solar gains through winter. In its simplest terms, this means shading of glazed areas during summer while allowing sunlight exposure through winter. By using retractable shade systems, this scenario is easily accomplished.

A fully retractable shade system that is fast becoming one of Australia’s biggest success stories, Shaderunner® is a unique system made in South Australia by a family-owned business. Developed from more than 50 years of sailing experience and the precision needed for yacht sails, the Shaderunner® is manufactured from a range of rigorously tested fabrics that are as durable as they are stylish, designed to withstand high-traffic applications and the demands of the harsh Australian climate. Combining the highest-quality yachting fittings with a robust yet lightweight sail canopy, the Shaderunner® is easy to operate and suits a wide variety of applications.

In the lovely coastal town of Port Willunga, the owners of a stunning new home decided to install a Shaderunner® system and are reaping the benefits. In a beach house that represents the ultimate fusion of contemporary style, functionality and sustainable design, the combination of vertical sliding timber screens and two Shaderunner® Retractable Sail Systems overhead has transformed the entertaining deck into a usable outdoor space, even on the hottest days. As well as providing thermal comfort to the outdoor spaces, this combined approach protects the windows from the sun when at lower angles, minimising unwanted solar gains and reducing the load on the air-conditioning system. During the cooler months, the timber screens can be opened and the Shaderunner® systems folded back to maximise light and solar gains, reducing the need for mechanical heating.

Shadeform operations manager Steve Constable worked alongside architect Ben Mountford from the early design stages of the Port Willunga home to ensure the Shaderunner® Retractable Sail Systems were neatly incorporated into the final building design. By following the process through to construction, Steve ensured the final design was both functional and stylish, with the creation of a series of custom brackets to enable maximum shading without compromising the operation of the sliding timber screens. The result is a practical shade solution that will provide years of enjoyment for the homeowners and their guests.

Constructed from only the most durable marine-grade yacht fittings and Ronstan ball bearing pulleys, Shaderunner® Retractable Sail ensures years of trouble-free shading with minimal maintenance. The Shaderunner® is manufactured from a range of rigorously tested fabrics, from 95 per cent polyester mesh to waterproof PVC. Each fabric is mould-resistant and offers protection from glare and the sun’s harmful rays, with a wide range of fabrics and colours available.

The Shaderunner® Retractable Sail System is ideally suited to a range of applications around the home, including outdoor entertaining spaces, patios, swimming pools and courtyards. Complementing all architectural styles — from contemporary suburban homes to traditional country residences — the unique qualities of Shaderunner® make it suitable for the smallest domestic settings right up to large-span commercial projects, such as aquatic parks and hotels.
With distributors in each state, the Shaderunner® is available throughout Australia. Contact Shaderunner® Australia today to discuss your residential or commercial project.

Project details
Architect: Mountford Williamson mountfordwilliamson.com.au
Builder: Catalyst Homes catalysthomes.com.au
Photos: Phil Handforth philhandforth.com
Shaderunner® product: 2 x manual Shaderunner® Retractable Sails in Outlook “Chalk”

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To provide welcome shade, protection from the sun and maximise use of this space, a fully retractable Shaderunner® shade system was installed which extends along the rear elevation of the house over the entertaining area.

The Shaderunner® Retractable Shade System is ideally suited for a range of applications around the home, from outdoor entertaining spaces, patios to swimming pool and courtyards. With a wide range of fabrics and colour options available, the Shaderunner® complements all architectural styles, from contemporary suburban homes to traditional country residences. The owners of this stunning home selected ‘Outlook Greystone’ which features a 10 year warranty and up to 95% UV protection.

Most Shaderunners® feature an easy to use manually operated endless cord system but increasing in popularity is the option to have remote motorised control. For this application motorised operation was selected, featuring a durable Somfy motor housed in a slimline powdercoated headbox. For the ultimate convenience, a simple to use remote controller is used to extend and retract the Shaderunner as and when required. If required, further automated control can be provided by the addition of sun or wind sensors to extend or retract the Shaderunners during weather events.

The Shaderunner® Retractable Shade is constructed using only the most durable marine grade yacht fittings and Ronstan ball bearing pulleys, ensuring years of trouble free shading with minimal maintenance. The Shaderunner® is manufactured from a range of rigorously tested fabrics, from 95% Polyester Mesh to Waterproof PVC. Each fabric is mould resistant and offers protection from glare and the sun’s harmful rays, with a wide range of colours available. The unique qualities of Shaderunner® enable it to be utilised for a multitude of applications, from the smallest domestic setting right up to large span commercial projects, such as aquatic parks and hotels.

With distributors available in each state, the Shaderunner® is available throughout Australia. Why not contact Shaderunner® Australia today to discuss your residential or commercial project?

For more information, 

Shaderunner

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Set in the lovely coastal suburb of Aldinga Beach, about 40km south of Adelaide, this stunning home is the epitome of relaxed yet contemporary design. With a focus on sustainability, the home features a structural timber frame and uses natural materials and finishes throughout.

A highlight of the home is the west-facing terrace which is accessed from the open-plan living space via sliding doors. Uninterrupted floor tiling, a large expanse of glazing and the continuation of the structural timber to form a contemporary pergola ensure the ideal indoor-outdoor living experience.

A large, overhanging mono-pitch roof reduces the sun’s impact on the west-facing glazing below. The roof also provides some protection to the terrace when the sun is high in the sky, but as the sun gets lower in the afternoon, the amount of shade gradually reduces, exposing both the terrace and the glazing. This can result in unwanted solar heating of interior living spaces and make the outdoor entertaining area uncomfortable to use. To combat this, two manually-operated Shaderunner® Retractable Sail Systems were installed within the existing pergola.

The Shaderunner® is the perfect solution for shading entertaining areas, providing easily controlled shade on demand. As well as protecting outdoor spaces from the harsh sun, the Shaderunner® can be used as part of a comprehensive environmental design strategy.

Good environmental design employs passive solar control strategies to reduce the need for mechanical air conditioning and heating systems. Passive design involves reducing unwanted solar gains during summer while maximising solar gains through winter. Put simply, this means shading glazed areas in summer and allowing sunlight exposure in winter — a scenario easily accomplished with the Shaderunner® Retractable Sail System.

During the hotter parts of the day and in the warmer months, the Shaderunners® can be extended to shade the outdoor terrace and glazing, especially when the sun is at lower angles. This has the combined effect of reducing solar gains, thereby limiting the use of mechanical air conditioning, and providing a comfortable, shaded outdoor living space. When the weather cools, the Shaderunners® can be retracted, exposing the west-facing glass. This provides welcome solar heating and reduces winter usage of mechanical heating.

By choosing Shaderunner® Retractable Sails, the homeowners now have a fully usable outdoor terrace with the added benefit of being able to control the sun’s impact on the living spaces within the home.

The Shaderunner® Retractable Sail System is ideally suited to a variety of applications around the home, from outdoor entertaining spaces and patios to swimming pools and courtyards. With a wide range of fabrics and colour options available, the Shaderunner® complements all architectural styles, from contemporary suburban homes to traditional country residences.

The Shaderunner® Retractable Sail is constructed using the most durable marine-grade yacht fittings and Ronstan ball bearing pulleys, ensuring years of trouble-free shading with minimal maintenance. The system can be manually operated using a simple endless cord system, or you can opt for remote-controlled Somfy motorised operation.

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To maximise use of the swimming pool the homeowners opted to install this stunning manually operated Shaderunner®, neatly spanning between existing buildings. Each Shaderunner® is custom designed to suit the application, with this system being 5.5m wide and extending out 11m. This provides 60 sqm of retractable shade and UV coverage to the full extent of the pool, including the deck adjacent to the house. The Outlook polyester mesh in black perfectly complements this stunning contemporary home, providing a functional yet aesthetically pleasing shade solution.

The owners elected to have the manually operated Shaderunner®, which features an easy-to-use endless looped cord system with tie off horn cleat. Increasing in popularity is the option to motorise the Shaderunner® with an RTS remote controlled Somfy motor housed in a powdercoated slimline headbox.

The Shaderunner® Retractable Sail provides the ultimate convenience for enjoying outdoor spaces in the Australian climate. Controllable shade enables the user to manipulate the amount of shading required.  During summer the Shaderunner® can be fully extended to provide maximum shade, UV protection and thermal comfort on demand. In the cooler months the system can be retracted back, enabling winter sun to be maximised making the most of the available light and consequent solar gains to warm the pool water. Users of this great swimming pool can now enjoy shade and UV protection whilst relaxing or exercising as and when required.

So when designing an outdoor area, entertaining space or swimming pool, practical shading should be at the forefront of the design process. A well designed space should consider shading, and in particular retractable shading. The combined effect of reducing the impact of the sun during the summer and making the most of available light and warmth in the winter not only enables greater usage of outdoor spaces but can also aid with passive solar design strategies.

The Shaderunner® Retractable Sail System is ideally suited for a range of applications around the home, from outdoor entertaining spaces and patios to swimming pools and courtyards. With a wide range of fabrics and colour options available, the Shaderunner® complements all architectural styles, from contemporary suburban homes to traditional country residences. A wide range of support options available for the Shaderunner® which can be installed between walls, to an existing or purpose-built pergola, house fascias or support posts.

The Shaderunner® is manufactured from a range of rigorously tested fabrics, from 95% Polyester Mesh to Waterproof PVC. Each fabric is mould resistant and offers protection from glare and the sun’s harmful rays, with a wide range of colours available. Constructed using only the most durable marine grade yacht fittings and Ronstan ball bearing pulleys, the Shaderunner® Retractable Sail provides years of trouble-free shading with minimal maintenance. The unique qualities of the Shaderunner® enable it to be utilised for a multitude of applications, from the smallest domestic setting right up to large span commercial projects, such as aquatic parks and hotels.

With distributors available in each state, the Shaderunner® is available throughout Australia.

Why not contact Shaderunner® Australia today to discuss your residential or commercial project?

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Shaderunner 

enquiries@shaderunner.com.au

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Creating a functional and usable outdoor space is high on the list of improvements for many homeowners, where our love of the outdoors and spending time with friends can be brought together. The owners of this lovely home in the Adelaide suburb of Malvern have created a wonderful outdoor seating area near their pool, perfect for relaxing after a swim or spending time with loved ones. To maximise use of this seating area, the homeowners opted to install this stunning Shaderunner® Retractable Shade Sail system supported by a custom-designed cantilevered frame. The framework supports the Shaderunner with running wires beneath two of the rafters, and the system extends out over the seating area as required.

The owners elected to have the manually operated Shaderunner, which features an easy-to-use endless looped cord system with tie-off horn cleat. Increasing in popularity is the option to motorise the Shaderunner with an RTS remote-controlled Somfy motor housed in a powder-coated slimline headbox.

The Shaderunner Retractable Shade Sail provides the ultimate convenience for enjoying outdoor spaces in the Australian climate. Controllable shade enables the user to manipulate the amount of shading required. During summer, the Shaderunner can be fully extended to provide maximum shade, UV protection and thermal comfort on demand. In the cooler months the system can be retracted back, enabling winter sun to be maximised, making the most of the available light and solar gains.

When designing outdoor areas and entertaining spaces, practical shading should be at the forefront of the design process. A well-designed space should consider shading, and in particular retractable shading. The combined effect of reducing the impact of the sun during the summer and making the most of available light and warmth in the winter enables greater use of outdoor areas.

The Shaderunner Retractable Shade Sail System is ideally suited to a range of applications around the home, from outdoor entertaining spaces and patios to swimming pools and courtyards. With a wide range of fabrics and colour options available, the Shaderunner complements all architectural styles, from contemporary suburban homes to traditional country residences. The cantilevered frame used in this application shows the wide range of support options available for the Shaderunner, which can also be installed between walls, to an existing or purpose-built pergola, house fascias or support posts.

The Shaderunner is manufactured from a range of rigorously tested fabrics, from 95 per cent polyester mesh to waterproof PVC. Each fabric is mould resistant and offers protection from glare and the sun’s harmful rays, with a wide range of colours available. Constructed using only the most durable marine-grade yacht fittings and Ronstan ball bearing pulleys, the Shaderunner Retractable Shade Sail provides years of trouble-free shading with minimal maintenance. The unique qualities of the Shaderunner enable it to be utilised for a multitude of applications, from the smallest domestic setting up to large-span commercial projects such as aquatic parks and hotels.

With distributors available in each state, the Shaderunner is available throughout Australia.

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The Shaderunner® Retractable Sail System is ideally suited to a range of applications around the home, from outdoor entertaining spaces and patios to swimming pools and courtyards. With a wide range of fabrics and colour options available, Shaderunner® complements all architectural styles, whether that’s contemporary suburban homes or traditional country residences.

This contemporary home in the Adelaide beachside suburb of Somerton Park is a stone’s throw from the seafront and just a short walk to an array of cafes and bars, providing the ultimate in suburban coastal living. The property has a north-facing outdoor area, so the owners elected to construct a functional swimming pool including this stunning Shaderunner® Retractable Sail System.

Adelaide’s Urban Oasis was engaged to construct the well-designed courtyard pool with its impressive water feature. To provide welcome respite from the harsh sun, the stylish Shaderunner® Retractable Sail System was chosen, providing practical and controllable shade on demand. Perfect for shading swimming pools, the Shaderunner® system can be extended as and when required to provide swimmers and pool users with UV protection and welcome shade. In the cooler months, it can be retracted, enabling thermal heating of the pool from the winter sun.

The Shaderunner® was manufactured using Outlook ‘Chalk’ fabric, which perfectly complements the beach feel of the home with its matching white render. Being near the seafront and in close proximity to the pool, the support frame was painted white using an extra-hard-wearing three-coat coastal paint system. The steel support frame was designed to be integrated into the swimming pool structure, with the support posts cast into the concrete shell. Between the posts at each end is a beam to which the running wires and operation cord connect. The owners elected to have the manually operated system, which features an easy-to-use endless looped cord system with tie-off horn cleat.

Available with either manual or motorised operation, the Shaderunner® can be supported by a number of structural systems from an existing or purpose-built pergola, between walls or fascias or on support posts. The unique qualities of the Shaderunner® enable small or large areas to be spanned and protected with minimal support structure.

So when designing an outdoor area, entertaining space or swimming pool, practical shading should be at the forefront of the design process. A well-designed space should consider shading and, in particular, retractable shading. The combined effect of reducing the impact of the sun during the summer and making the most of available light and warmth in the winter not only enables greater usage of outdoor spaces, but can also aid with passive solar design strategies.

The Shaderunner® Retractable Sail is constructed using only the most durable marine-grade yacht fittings and Ronstan ball-bearing pulleys, ensuring years of trouble-free shading with minimal maintenance. The Shaderunner® is manufactured from a range of rigorously tested fabrics, from 95 per cent polyester mesh to waterproof PVC. Each fabric is mould-resistant and offers protection from glare and the sun’s harmful rays, with a wide range of colours available. The unique qualities of Shaderunner® enable it to be utilised for a multitude of applications, from the smallest domestic setting right up to large-span commercial projects, such as aquatic parks and hotels.

With distributors available in each state, the Shaderunner® is available throughout Australia. Contact Shaderunner® Australia today to discuss your residential or commercial project.

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Shaderunner

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“We have the widest range of folding-arm awnings, retractable conservatory roof systems, waterproof retracting roofs and exterior roller blinds available on the Australian market,” says Simon Meyer, managing director at Weinor Australia.

With a slew of European design awards under its belt, including the prestigious Red Dot Design Award, Weinor offers a standard range of 56 powder-coat colours and the largest range of acrylic and polyester fabrics available in the county. “All powder coating is done in our German factories and over 99 per cent of all our aluminium profiles are powder coated at their finished size, which means no raw aluminium edges in the finished products that can cause corrosion,” explains Simon. “Weinor has long-life arms that have been tested to 100,000 cycles, or 20 years’ worth of life expectancy, and they use aircraft construction technology to make their drop forged arms. The company also has an exterior roller blind range that uses the smallest cassette available on the market (only 75mm) to span a massive 6000mm width. Most systems on the market start at about 120mm cassettes to span only 5000mm.”

Weinor’s latest offering is the Kubata awning, which can span up to 7000mm width in one awning. The cubic design allows the awning to sit flush when mounted against a wall, making the fixings invisible. Weinor also has a range of integrated LED lights and infrared heaters that can be powder coated to seamlessly integrate with its awning and roof systems.

Weinor retractable roof systems come with patented Optistretch Zip technology, which sets the company apart from its competitors. This unique technology provides optimal fabric tension and extra wind stability. All Weinor folding-arm awnings also have an integrated water-management drainage system that helps direct water off the awnings when set at the right pitch. “With more and more people living outdoors, making the space outside as liveable as possible is vitally important,” adds Simon. “Not only can they provide shelter from the sun, wind and rain, Weinor products such as the Tempura Quadra heater can extend the usable days of your outdoor entertaining area by taking the chill off early winter mornings or late autumn afternoons.”

Weinor awnings are available throughout Australia and New Zealand via the company’s experienced dealer network. When quality and design matter, there is no better choice than a Weinor shading solution.

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Creating a usable outdoor dining space where our love of the outdoors and food can be brought together with friends and family is high up on the list of improvements for many homeowners. The owners of this lovely period home in the Adelaide suburb of Walkerville have done just that by constructing a traditional-style timber pergola over a paved terrace. Being separate from the house and at the heart of the garden, the alfresco area forms a functional focal point to the well-kept grounds and is the ideal setting for outdoor entertaining. The pergola is complemented by the addition of this stunning and functional Shaderunner Retractable Sail system by Shadeform.

The Shaderunner was manufactured from Outlook Design ‘Zebra’ fabric, which perfectly complements the colourway used for the pergola and house verandah, providing contemporary shade for a traditional home. The owners opted for the manually operated system, which features an easy-to-use continuous endless cord system with tie-off horn cleat. Available with either manual or motorised operation, the Shaderunner can be supported by a number of structural systems from an existing or purpose-built pergola such as this, or between walls, fascias or on support posts.

The Shaderunner Retractable Sail provides the ultimate convenience for enjoying outdoor spaces in the Australian climate. Controllable shade enables the user to manipulate the amount of shading required. During summer the Shaderunner can be fully extended to provide maximum shade, UV protection and thermal comfort on demand. In the cooler months the system can be retracted back, making the most of the available light and consequent solar gains from the winter sun.

The Shaderunner’s a smart choice for this alfresco, the result is a well-designed, stylish entertaining space with practical, controllable shade that will provide years of enjoyment for the homeowners and their guests.

So when designing an outdoor area like this Walkerville project, an entertaining space or swimming pool, practical shading should be at the forefront of the design process. A well-designed space should always consider shading, and in particular retractable shading. The combined effect of reducing the impact of the sun during the summer and making the most of available light and warmth in the winter not only enables greater use of outdoor spaces but can also aid with passive solar design strategies.

The Shaderunner Retractable Sail system is ideally suited to a range of applications around the home, from outdoor entertaining spaces and patios to swimming pools and courtyards. With a range of fabrics and colour options available, it complements all architectural styles, from contemporary suburban homes to traditional country residences. Its unique qualities enable the Shaderunner to be utilised for a multitude of applications, from the smallest domestic setting right up to large-span commercial projects, such as aquatic parks and hotels.

The Shaderunner is manufactured from a range of rigorously tested fabrics, including 95 per cent polyester mesh and waterproof PVC. Each fabric is mould-resistant and offers protection from glare and the sun’s harmful rays, in a wide range of colours. Constructed using only the most durable marine-grade yacht fittings and Ronstan ball-bearing pulleys, the Shaderunner Retractable Sail will provide years of trouble-free shading with minimal maintenance required.

With distributors available in each state, the Shaderunner is available throughout Australia.

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With a great range of fabrics and colour options available, it complements all architectural styles, from contemporary suburban homes to traditional country residences.

A year ago, the owners of this lovely home in the Adelaide beach suburb of Brighton had a terrace that was generally underutilised. Recognising the potential of this north-facing outdoor space, the owners put into action a comprehensive makeover of the area, resulting in this well-designed and stylish entertaining space. By constructing a stylish timber-clad pergola, they were able to easily add a functional Shaderunner retractable sail system, for controllable shade as and when required.

Complemented with stylish paving, contemporary flower boxes and the stunning Shaderunner sail, this outdoor space can now be completely enjoyed throughout the hotter months. During summer, the Shaderunner can be fully extended to provide maximum shade, UV protection and thermal comfort on demand. In the cooler months, the system can be retracted, making the most of the winter sunlight and consequent solar gains.

This stunning pergola features three stylish timber rafter and column modules and is ideally suited to retrofitting the Shaderunner to. The owners opted for the manually operated system, which features an easy-to-use continuous looped cord mechanism with tie-off horn cleat. Available with either manual or motorised operation, the Shaderunner can be supported by a number of structural systems from an existing or purpose-built pergola, between walls or fascias or on support posts. The unique qualities of Shaderunner enable small or large areas to be spanned and protected with minimum structural support.

So when designing an outdoor area, entertaining space or swimming pool, practical shading should be at the forefront of the design process. A well-designed space should consider shading, in particular retractable shading. The combined effect of reducing the impact of the sun during summer and making the most of available light and warmth in winter not only enables greater use of outdoor spaces, but can also aid with passive solar design strategies.

Passive solar design aims to lessen the impact and usage of mechanical air-conditioning and heating systems by the combined approach of reducing unwanted solar gains during summer and maximising solar gains through winter. Being a fully retractable shade system, the Shaderunner can help achieve this, while also providing a visually appealing addition to the home.

The Shaderunner retractable sail is constructed using only the most durable marine-grade yacht fittings and Ronstan ball-bearing pulleys, ensuring years of trouble-free shading with minimal maintenance. The Shaderunner is manufactured using a range of rigorously tested fabrics, from 95 per cent polyester mesh to waterproof PVC. Each fabric is mould-resistant and offers protection from glare and the sun’s harmful rays, with a wide range of colours available. The unique qualities of Shaderunner enable it to be used for a multitude of applications, from the smallest domestic settings right up to large-span commercial projects, such as aquatic parks and hotels.

With distributors available in each state, the Shaderunner is available throughout Australia. Why not contact Shadeform today to discuss your residential or commercial project?

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The owners of this property used a home building company to design and obtain the building approvals for the residence. During this process, the owners were advised it would be economical to excavate and pour a concrete shell for the swimming pool while there was still access available prior to the home being built. This meant the owners needed a separate approval for the pool in a hurry!

“We were engaged by the owners of this property to help them through this process as they were time-poor and their main focus was on the design of the home itself and the selection of all appliances and finishes,” says John Storch, principal designer of A Total Concept Landscape Architects and Swimming Pool Designers. A Total Concept designed then managed the integrated pool, shade structure and garden areas.

“Property owners often use quality home building companies to design their new home and often a swimming pool and landscaping are also designed and approved at the same time as the residence. Home owners are increasingly looking for professional assistance to look after the outdoor design of their projects to integrate everything together so they can focus on the home itself,” explains John. “The staff at A Total Concept are flexible and can provide as much or as little as their clients need, with services including consultations, designs and specifications, council approvals and builder recommendations, and the total management of the project and contract administration.

“For this project we undertook the designs, obtained building approval, provided detailed specifications for all aspects of the project, and recommended and organised the pool builder and landscape contractor. We then undertook the management of the construction of the project for our clients.”

The pool was located along the northern side of the proposed residence as it was the only area long enough to construct an 18m lap pool for training purposes. It was also located immediately adjacent to the gym area of the house.

The design process for the swimming pool was carried out in conjunction with the home design process due to the close proximity of the pool and house. The engineering design for both items needed to take into consideration that the proposed swimming pool was located 750mm away from the house. Had this not happened at the planning stage, the owners would have had a substantial variation to change footings, or would not have been able to build a pool in this location at all. The team at A Total Concept advised the clients of how to achieve their desired design in a cost-effective way.

The simple design of the shade structure and pool is extremely functional, utilising an area of the property otherwise unusable and allowing the smaller rear garden to become a play space for the children. The pool itself beautifully complements the contemporary home and forms a stunning backdrop to the large central windows of the kitchen and living areas.

“The colour of the pool’s interior Italian glass mosaic tiles is a shade of blue that changes considerably to mirror the colours and moods of the sky,” says John. The pool beautifully reflects the garden and house lights at night and mirrors the vegetation of the surrounding screening gardens during the day. Together the pool and gardens make a bold design statement that showcases the stylish modern home.

An extensive wet edge runs the full length of the heated pool on the garden side, allowing water to overflow into a channel and recirculate back into the pool. This was to accommodate and disperse wave action that is present in all narrow lap pools created when swimming along the length of the two lanes.

The adjacent weathered-look timber-floored shade structure has been designed to integrate with the contemporary style of the house and faces both the pool and rear garden, allowing supervision of children in both areas. The weathered-look timber has been utilised along the length of the swimming pool to integrate the two structures and, in conjunction with the adjacent screen planting of Golden Cane palm, softens the appearance of the overall space. Timber is also taken into the adjacent gym to further provide integration with the overall design.

A Total Concept is an established award-winning practice specialising in the integration of beautiful and functional swimming pools, gardens and cabanas for projects ranging from simple family homes and elaborate residential properties to boutique and resort-style developments. The company provides services including consultations, designs and specifications, council approvals and builder recommendations, as well as the total management of the project and contract administration. It brings together all aspects of the project, helping with specifying pool equipment, the choice of materials and colours, cabana fixtures and fittings, paving selections, landscape lighting and flora selection.

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