- // URBAN TROPIC
- // REFRESHINGLY GEOMETRIC
- // BALI MINI
- // ENVIRO COTTAGE
- // POTTING AROUND
- // SMALL AND SWEET
- // BARREL OF FUN
- // PLUNGE JACUZZI
- // BABY ENTERTAINER
- // RESORT MINI
- // NATURAL HEART
- // SMALL BUT ALL
- // BLUE PLUNGE LAGOON
- // FAMILY RETREAT
- // DINNER FOR TWO
- // BEACHED STONE
- // SWEEPING BEND
- // WET PILLAR DESIGN
- // BUSH TREE HOUSE
This unique spa draws its inspiration from an old handcrafted European wine barrel. A unique creation, this standalone wine barrel spa proves what can be achieved in the hands of an innovative design team.
The inspiration came when we purchased a 180-year-old barrel which was originally made in Germany, where it was used to store beer, then wine. This barrel was one of 50 shipped by Penfolds to Queensland’s Granite Belt wine country. Our directors decided to make a one-of-a-kind sauna from that barrel, which then inspired us to construct spas and plunge pools in the same format.
As wine barrels are no longer routinely used in wine production, we purchased the correct profile timber to make its own spa. There wasn’t a specific client in mind when we built this one — it was just a great idea for a design and we knew the right client would soon come along.
It took close to three months to replicate the look of the original wine barrel and turn it into an eight-person spa. Fitted with 12 jets, the spa is ideal for entertaining. It features curved timber seats, which are treated and waterproofed, and a polished timber rail where guests can place their drinks. And thanks to strategically placed LED lighting, the spa is both an inviting place to spend time during the evening hours well as a garden focal point at night — not unlike a large water feature.
Nestled into a private corner of the garden, the spa is also the perfect place for unwinding after a hectic week. When relaxing in the spa, the owners can sit back and enjoy the tranquil surrounds: the potted plants, the perimeter planting, the wall art, all which work in harmony with the spa to create a one-of-a-kind outdoor living experience.
Majestic Pools takes great pride in our design team, which specialises in full concept and custom outdoor designs. While we do specialise in the designing & constructing concrete swimming pool projects, this stunning spa projects is a glowing example our team’s design diversity and construction expertise.
Whether it’s a new pool, spa, outdoor room or landscape you desire, we can tailor and build a design to suit your individual need
Text adapted from www.completehome.com.au (2010).