Thoughtful design can transform any pool into a vacation in the backyard. Lush greenery, textural stonework, and relaxing furnishings create a feeling of calm that rivals the world's most luxe resorts right at your doorstep. If you're searching for inspiration, seach no further than this archival image of Kevin Costner's lap pool from 2002.
Built in 1974, Costner purchased the Spanish-style home Hollywood Hills in 1995 for approximately $3 million after the success of his film Waterworld. Its white stucco walls and red tile roofing abut elegant landscaping and mature trees, creating a perfect home for a long rectangular swimming pool. Though he sold the property to TV presenter Ryan Secrest for $11.5 million in 2006, it remains in our minds as one of the greatest examples of a tranquil backyard escape.
