I don’t know about you, but about everyone I know has caught the Pinterest bug. If you don’t know what I am talking about then follow my link here to see what all the buzz is about. I promise you’ll look at the site once and you can catch yourself spending way too much time looking at very creative ideas. […]
The 2012 International Builders Show is showcasing its 2012 New American Home in beautiful Orlando Florida. The 4,000 square foot home is suited well for the sunny skies of Florida with its swimming pool, retractable doors and open courtyard. This luxury swimming pool makes for a glorious centerpiece to the landscape. With spacious decks and floor to ceiling windows overlooking […]
A brilliantly designed home in San Francisco’s Cow Hollow neighborhood is for sale for a discounted price of $8,950,000. The original price of $9,250,000 has dropped a bit since it’s listing began, but the concrete and stainless steel home is a delectable treat for those who appreciate fine architecture. The digs at 2555 Union, San Francisco was designed by the […]
Originally published in Pool & Spa Outdoor magazine – Hot Tub or Spa – What’s the Difference?” You may be wondering, What is the difference between a hot tub and a spa? The short answer is nothing, as it is a common practice for us to use custom hot tub and custom spa synonymously. The more in-depth answer, however, is […]
The infamous Hotel Bel-Air has been under renovation for the past two years and is now opening its doors for its grand opening. The hotel which has been around for more than 50 years is famous for its celebrity guests including Marilyn Monroe, Richard Nixon, and Oprah Winfrey. The multi million dollar project included a new spa, 12 new canyon-facing […]
A fabulous high end bath paired with just the right tub filler can make for a beautiful arrangement. As there are many soaking tubs to choose from, so is the case with tub fillers. Luxury bathroom design is incorporating a unique spin on tub fillers with ceiling and wall mounted applications. Integrating a distinctive item into each room ‘s decor […]
Last week I posted about a really unique project in California that Diamond Spas was fortunate to be part of. David Hertz Architects came to Diamond Spas to build a stainless steel swimming pool. The project was unique in that a couple strategically placed clear acryllic windows were needed, as well as LED lighting. The windows are basically an “art […]
Copper Sinks-check. Copper Tubs-check. Copper Showers-Check. Copper Hot tubs-check. Copper Swimming Pools-check. Copper Cabinets-check. Copper Wine Rooms..Copper Wine Rooms? Check… Just when you thought there was no where else for Diamond Spas to go with their copper product line, they surprise us! An idea brought in by a client to make a custom designed wine room, brought on the notion […]
Diamond Spas Copper Tub I was told of a children’s book the other day by a friend who reads her children a cute little book with a poignant message that many of us would appreciate. The book, Five minutes Peace, written by Jill Murphy is a story of a young mother with three young busy children. The Mother just wants […]
When building a custom home you must do your due diligence in researching your contractor, architect, and designers. The same is true when it comes to the landscaping of your custom home. Researching landscape architects, pool builders and hot tub suppliers should be done months in advance prior to installation. Thorough research will show that when it comes to choosing […]
