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Construction of a swimming pool in a rural setting

Construction of a swimming pool in a rural setting
Nini Cortadellas/Pepe Gascón Arquitectura

Ca l'Agutzil, construction of a swimming pool in a rural setting in Gualta

SWIMMING POOL AT A COUNTRY HOUSE
The project focuses on the construction of a small pool, fitting in with the garden area where it is located.

photo_credit Nini Cortadellas/Pepe Gascón Arquitectura
Nini Cortadellas/Pepe Gascón Arquitectura
photo_credit Nini Cortadellas/Pepe Gascón Arquitectura
Nini Cortadellas/Pepe Gascón Arquitectura

The beauty of the surrounding setting demands great respect for the pre-existing state, with a need to imitate the colour and texture of all the surroundings.

The pool proposed recalls the traditional rafts built in the area. The pool’s ochre tone dominates its appearance, in a clear dialogue with the surrounding walls.

photo_credit Nini Cortadellas/Pepe Gascón Arquitectura
Nini Cortadellas/Pepe Gascón Arquitectura
photo_credit Nini Cortadellas/Pepe Gascón Arquitectura
Nini Cortadellas/Pepe Gascón Arquitectura

The interior is covered with a cement-based plaster, and is topped off with pieces of clay recovered from a nearby farmhouse. A lemon tree stands over the pool.

photo_credit Nini Cortadellas/Pepe Gascón Arquitectura
Nini Cortadellas/Pepe Gascón Arquitectura
photo_credit Nini Cortadellas/Pepe Gascón Arquitectura
Nini Cortadellas/Pepe Gascón Arquitectura