The Right-Sized Pool
A smaller pool in a larger space: the perfect solution for this Wenonah, NJ home
How a South Jersey “summer cottage” was restored to a year-round home with room for a perfect-sized pool and more space for outdoor living.
Project Details
A small pool can play a big role in your outdoor living plan. Take, for example, this historic South Jersey home. The lot had room for a bigger pool, but by going smaller, the family’s custom vinyl liner pool complements rather than competes for space in the yard.
This home was built in 1891, presenting both unique opportunities and design challenges. Working around existing site features, including the home’s patio and a naturally sloping yard, the design required creative solutions to establish a balanced and functional outdoor living space.
The homeowners initially envisioned a larger pool, but the design process revealed a better answer. By choosing the right-sized pool, they gained a backyard retreat perfectly suited to their lifestyle, with room to relax, host family and friends, and enjoy the backyard for years to come.
Highlights
- 20 x 14 ft. vinyl liner pool with two benches
- Marine-grade stainless steel handrail from S.R. Smith
- 525 sq. ft. Techo-Bloc Blu Grande decking in Shale Grey
- Retaining wall: Techo-Bloc Semma Walls in Shale Grey
