matraville
Tucked behind a quiet cul‑de‑sac in beach‑side Matraville, this project began with a simple brief: give a young family an everyday escape that feels worlds away from suburbia. Our designers drew inspiration from the coastal palette—soft sand hues, mineral blues, and native greens—to craft a poolscape that blurs the line between indoors and out. Large sliding doors now frame shimmering water like a living artwork, pulling natural light deep into the home and inviting year‑round alfresco living.
The pool shell follows a modern teardrop footprint, widening toward the entertainment deck to create both a generous swim lane and a submerged lounging shelf for in‑water relaxation. Premium glass‑mosaic tiles shift from pale aqua at the steps to rich sapphire in the deep end, echoing the gradient of the nearby ocean. A frameless glass balustrade is recessed below coping height, preserving uninterrupted sight‑lines while meeting the strictest safety codes. Custom, powder‑coated coping stones carry through to built‑in bench seating, tying every element into a single, cohesive statement.
Behind the serene surface lies a suite of smart, eco‑conscious technology: an inverter heat‑pump paired with rooftop solar keeps operating costs low; a silent‑running variable‑speed pump and cartridge filtration reduce energy and water use; and UV‑Ozone sanitation slashes chlorine demand—gentle on skin, swimwear, and the environment. Late afternoons are transformed by flush‑mounted RGB LED lighting, while an app‑based automation system puts temperature, lighting, and cleaning on autopilot so the family can focus on making memories, not maintenance.
- Navigated a narrow side access of just 1.8 m with zero impact to neighbours’ fencing or landscaping.
- Combines a 12 m lap line with a 4 m‑wide lounging basin—exercise and relaxation in one footprint.
- 4 m² shallow ledge for toddlers’ play and sun‑lounging, finished in slip‑resistant textured mosaic.
- Magnesium mineral system provides silky‑smooth swimming and therapeutic benefits.
- 12 kW inverter heat‑pump powered by existing 6.6 kW rooftop solar array; annual running cost < $300.
- Cuts chemical use by up to 70 %, delivering crystal‑clear, low‑chlorine water.
- App control of heating, lights, water features, and cleaning from anywhere in the world.