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Swimming Pool of the Week: A Medieval Castle Gets an Infinity Pool

Earlier we featured the revived grounds of the 10th-century Castillo de Peratallada in Catalonia, designed by Barcelona studio Mesura. The most dramatic addition: a concrete infinity pool nestled in a white travertine patio.

Pool at courtyard edge — The pool sits at the edge of a Turkish white travertine courtyard.

Concrete infinity wall — Concrete pool with wooden board-formed detailing on the infinity wall.

Water recirculation — Water flows over the infinity edge into a channel for recirculation; the sound of falling water is integral to the design.

Reinforced concrete wall — The infinity wall is reinforced concrete, supporting the travertine patio.

Acacia tree — A 100-year-old acacia provides vertical counterpoint to the horizontal design.

Reclaimed stone — Unpolished travertine reclaimed from a nearby village, laid in carefully planned blocks.

Concrete stairs and lounging area — Concrete stairs and shallow lounging area inside the pool, with castoffs from nearby trees.

Pool and patio geometry — Simple geometry and pale colors highlight the natural setting.

Castle view — A castle building overlooks the pool; note the cat on the clay tile roof.

Dusk lighting — Dusk reveals integrated strip lighting in pool, bench, and handrail.

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