Excavation of this Gunite swimming pool in Roslyn, NY is started by marking up and laying out the pool according to town setbacks. We proceed with framing and establishing the pool shell’s rough height. Then the excavator will dig and shape the hole, preparing it for rebar installation. After the # 4 rebar is installed, creating a cage that outlines what will be the final shape of the Gunite swimming pool. The Gunite cement shell is installed by applying a mix of sand and Portland cement through a pump system which is pushed through a nozzle with the force of compressed air. As the cement comes out from the nozzle, water is sprayed simultaneously to create a bond between the sand and cement, forming the Gunite pool shell. In this particular pool, we also molded an autocover box on the deep end of the pool, and swim out bench with the same Gunite cement process. On the shallow end of the pool steps were also shaped in Gunite expanding across the width of the pool. At this stage the Gunite pool shell will be left to cure for 28 days, and water will be sprayed on the concrete shell daily to help the shell petrify. Stub plumbing is installed through the Gunite walls for future connection of plumbing pipes. The skimmers are also placed in the pool before Gunite is sprayed, which encases them in concrete. Plumbing for the bottom drains, and pressure relief valve are placed in the floor, in case in the future the pool needs to be emptied and ground hydraulic pressure is under the pool due to high water tables. On top of the pool shell, along the length of the pool a groove is left in the shell for future installation of the Auto Cover track. The pool shell was constructed 10″ wide for the wall and 8″ wide for the deep end bowl and shallow area floor.
Gunite Spillover Spa by Gappsi
This pool house and patio of a private residence located on Long Island, features the design and construction, from concept to completion, by Gappsi Group. The quaint pool house is outlined with planting beds holding short voluminous green shrubs, with sweet and understated pink flowers adding a splash of color. The large gunite pool was custom designed and strategically plotted at the ideal location within the property survey. The pool’s amorphous shape is reminiscent of a natural lagoon, creating a tranquil environment. The custom-built natural stone spa, with an accompanying Scogli Di Mare Limestone step only adds to the serenity. The patio surrounding the pool and spa is made up of an array of mocha french pattern travertine, and lined with matching coping. The finishing touch on this backyard design, as well as an added entertainment factor, is the custom-built outdoor fire pit. All construction and installation was completed by our highly skilled Gappsi Group team members; Giuseppe Abbrancati,To partner with Gappsi on your next project please contact us at 631-543-1177, or to learn more about Gappsi products and services please visit www.gappsi.com.
Backyard Pool, Waterfall, Landscape Design by Gappsi
This backyard estate of a private residence located on Long Island, features the design and construction, from concept to completion, by Gappsi Group.
Key Design Features & Details
➢ Cambridge Pavers Ledgestone Pool Patio in Sahara/Chestnut, Accented by Cambridge Pavers Bullnose Coping.
➢ Rock Wall, Stepping Stones & Natural boulders Surrounds a Cascading Waterfall; Concealing a Hidden Grotto
➢ Custom Fiberglass Slide
➢ In-ground Free Form Concrete Pool with Vinyl Liner
➢ Decorative Fencing Surrounding the Property
➢ Lighting Installation
➢ Landscape Design Showcasing an Assortment of Exotic Flowers, Plants, and Shrubbery, including Red Japanese Maple, Natural Ornamental Grasses, Blue Star Junipers, Knockout Roses, and Black-eyed Susans.
Swimming Pool Moss Rocks waterfall Built By Gappsi Landscaping on Long Island NY
Here we see a free formed pool and patio with a cascading waterfall feature that has been designed and installed by the professionals of The Gappsi Group. From start to finish Gappsi design team along with the homeowner came up with a simple, balanced, and beautiful to meet their needs for their backyard oasis. Located in Cold Spring Harbor 11724 Long Island, a town bordering Nassau and Suffolk counties and home to picturesque parklands this property was a designer’s dream, flat open space to create and carve out a natural looking pool and patio separate from the house. Starting with the pool our team created a custom free form 18’x 40’ concrete wall hard bottom pool with the steps incorporated into the walls. The homeowner chose a tan pebble bottom liner to emulate the light blue waters of the Caribbean With a need for the sound of rushing water from the customer Gappsi incorporated a two tier waterfall that spills into the pool. The tranquil ambient noise can make any stressful day disappear within a five minute lounging next to it. Bring a book and grab some sun and get lost for hours on the patio. Using Nicolock Toscana paver in oyster blend brings an old world feel to this yard. The random sizes with their tumbled edges adds texture that makes a brand new patio look like it’s been there for years.
When it is time to close the pool our custom fit Loop-Loc cover fits over the pool like a glove as well as gets anchored to along the waterfall for a tight fit. Gappsi recommended a storage shed for all the patio furniture equipment and diving board, and had our Craftsmen build a shed to match the home. To bring balance to the entire project our skilled team of landscapers brought in beautiful shrubs and plants to brighten and liven up the yard with color and lush grasses that makes the waterfall look even grander. Add some small annuals in the small planting bed near the pool for seasonal flowers that the homeowner can plant themselves gives a personal touch to their yard. After all the hardscape and planting was done our team than seeded the surrounding area with Kentucky blue for a lush grass to grow. To complete your landscapes outdoor Sports and recreations Gappsi offers Bocce Courts, Putting greens, Sports and Tennis Courts also supply and installation of Synthetic Turf. For more information feel free to visit our website or our showroom.
Free Form Pool | Classico Travertine | Smithtown NY 11787 | Nassau-Suffolk-Long-Island
In this photo we see a large free form swimming pool. Free form swimming pools add the homeowner’s unique touch to the backyard. The great thing about designing a free form pool is that each pool is one of a kind. This particular free form pool is very versatile. It has a spillover spa, diving rock, and a bar table which can be accessed from inside and outside the pool. The pool patio and lower patio is made of Classico Travertine. This travertine has a nice tan, beige tint to it adding neutral color to the backyard. On the lower patio we notice a pool cabana. Pool cabanas are ideal for hosting guests. With an outdoor bathroom you can keep the guests outside and your inside home clean. This cabana has a seating area with a television and a bar. This backyard also has an outdoor fireplace to extend the backyard season.
www.gappsi.com Paving Stone Select / Gappsi Group is a natural stone wholesale / Importer Distributor and installer of the fallowing items: pavers and stone veneers of marble, granite, travertine, Sandstones, Limestone, Bluestones, quartzite, porphyry, slate, Onyx and coral pavers, stones & veneers . For swimming pool patios and copings, patios, driveways, porches and steps, court yards, Walkways and retaining walls commercial and residential. All our natural stones are selected and first quality. we also provide designing and installation services, of Masonry, Landscaping Construction and maintenance, pavers cleaning and sealing, irrigation systems, lighting, fencing, Home remodeling , house extensions, dormers, new home builders, pool houses, pergolas, cabanas, kitchens and baths, finished basements, windows , roofing and siding. Gunite, in ground vinyl lined concrete wall pools, liner changes, concrete walls and steel walls Swimming pools, Swim spas, Spas, new construction remodeling and services. All our work is done in house by company employees no subcontractors are used for finish work. Please call 631-543-1177