Coastal modern pool with an ocean view in Encinitas
Encinitas, CA · Luxury
Pool ideas · Region
Pool ideas in Southern California
Southern California pools are an outdoor room, so the design is about the view, the shade and the way the yard flows. Here is 1 design drawn for Southern California.
What to know before you pick
The season is long and the winters are mild, so lighting, fire and seating matter as much as the water.
Lots are often small or sloped. Retaining walls, raised spas and vanishing edges show up a lot, and each one brings engineering and a permit.
Water rules and drought restrictions can affect filling, covers and water features. Ask what your water district allows.
Near the coast, marine air is hard on metal and fades finishes. Pick fittings and fences made for it.
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