At first glance it was obvious that this site was perfect for an infinity edge. Faced with a very steep slope our building envelope was limited challenging. The existing pool was placed at an unusual angel and there was very little usable patio space. The clients were designing a very clean lined contemporary home to update this 1960’s ranch. Their desire for minimalism and simplicity with “no grass” inspired the aesthetic for this design. Upon removal of the old pool we didn’t discover load bearing soil until a depth of 18’ below the finished floor of the deep end, 400 yards of gravel later we were at grade to start forming the pool. From bottom of the basin to water level this pool acts as an 8’ retaining wall. To accomplish this simple look we employed 3 different types of edges all filtered independently. The vanishing edge is a standard knife-edge finished with with glass tile. Around the spa is a perimeter overflow edge with square cut coping. Bobe stainless steel knife-edge allows for the Lautner lawn edge and cantilevered bluestone creates the patio edge. Over 100gal/min. of water are in transit while marinating this mirror finish.