Beyond excavation: The art of designing a swimming pool in Puglia
Before falling in love with a shape seen on Pinterest, it is essential to verify planning constraints, setbacks and landscape regulations.
Arch. R. Franco
1/11/20261 min read
Architectural Studio & Network
Beyond excavation: The art of designing a swimming pool in Puglia
Imagining a swimming pool in your garden is easy. Creating one that truly belongs to the Apulian landscape, complies with local regulations and remains sustainable over time is a very different challenge.
Many believe an architect is needed only for aesthetics. In reality, our role is to protect your investment from costly mistakes, technical oversights and bureaucratic constraints.
Why rely on a specialist
01. Navigating permits and regulations
Puglia is rich in landscape, environmental and hydrogeological constraints. A non compliant project can stop a construction site for months. We address planning permissions and regulatory frameworks before the first stone is ever laid.
02. Harmonious integration with the landscape
A swimming pool should never feel like an added object. We work with local materials and carefully studied proportions that dialogue with dry stone walls, ancient olive trees and the natural tones of the land, creating visual continuity and balance.
03. Technical expertise and sustainability
From filtration systems to orientation and sun exposure, technical decisions shape the difference between a simple water basin and a refined, low maintenance wellness space designed to last.
Practical advice:
Before falling in love with a shape seen on Pinterest, it is essential to verify planning constraints, setbacks and landscape regulations. These factors are often decisive in defining the actual size and feasibility of your swimming pool.
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