The book's many illustrations--drawings, plans, and photographs--come from an unusual variety of sources, creating what is one of the most provocative visual archives of the swimming pool ever assembled. 210 illustrations, 28 in color.
At one level, this book is a rereading of modern architect. At another level, it is the story of the origin & evolution of the private SP as a building type & cultural artifact.
Significantly revised, Swimming Pools is the standard reference for all civil engineers, architects, consultants and swimming pool operators involved in the design, construction and and maintenance of swimming pools.