Friday Fun: Swimming Pools

Just as the weather gets grey and miserable, I have a craving for outdoor pools. This is what comes of not having been on a beach in summer for 4 years…

Infinity pool with the sea beyond it, what more could one wish? From Pinterest

Extravagant architectural statement from Mexico, from homify.com.mx

Infinity pool above the jungle canopy, from One Kindesign.

More of a paddling pool, but with Tunisian tradition to it, from fomfest.com

Pool with a jungle feel to it, in your own back yard, from Fitz and Huxley.

Hammock, plants and pool in a more geometric design, from Pinterest.

Our neighbours in France had a pool that lit up at night, so this is a dream of mine… From Pinterest

Friday Fun: Out on the Patio

Who wants to spend time inside, when there are such pools, patios and views beckoning? In this hot weather, however, don’t forget your sunscreen, floppy hats and books to cover your faces (tablets are just not the same thing…).

Zinc House, from Decoist.com

Spanish villa, from Architectural Digest.

Greek villa, photographer credit Prue Roscoe.

Oriental theme, from jetsetter.com

Roof garden, from Domaine Home.

Armani’s house, Architectural Digest.