Elevated Design for an Elevated Outlook

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Written By Kim Manunui

Designed meticulously for both relaxation and everyday use, this pool and spa combo brings together flexible swim zones, integrated safety features, and a spa positioned to thoroughly take advantage of the remarkable outlook.

 

Perched above the Mangonui harbour, this pool and spa were designed to do one thing exceptionally well: honour the view. Every line, level and material choice works in service of the outlook, while delivering a highly functional space for everyday living.

Configured with two shallow ends and a deeper central section, the pool supports varied use — from lounging and family play to uninterrupted lap swimming. Steps at both ends provide convenient access from multiple outdoor zones, while a continuous safety ledge offers reassurance for swimmers of all ages. These functional elements are integrated seamlessly to maintain a clean, open aesthetic.

The elevated spa captures panoramic views and late afternoon sun, creating a dedicated place to unwind. Precise detailing, crisp coping lines and a restrained material palette ensure the pool, spa and landscape sit naturally within the sloping site.

The result is an outdoor environment that elevates both the outlook and the way it’s experienced — refined in design, considered in function, and crafted to last.

Pool & spa colour: Abel Tasman Glitter

Spa features:

  • 2x2m spa 

  • Massaging jets

  • Mineral Spa Pool

Pool features:

  • 17.5 x 4.4m 

  • Depth: 1.4 - 2m  

  • 2 shallow ends, deep in the middle 

  • Steps on both ends of the pool for easy access

  • Safety ledge

  • Timeless Stone Matakana - Antique Shahabad limestone

  • Hot Water Heatpumps, NZ made 7GP35S27-3      

  • Spa Electrics Atom series multi colour Led lights 

  • Dolphin Pacific Filtration - Hayward Omnilogic Automation System Mineral pool 

  • Hidden Automatic Polycarbonate cover (push button open and close)

  • Dolphin M500 Robotic pool cleaner

Designer: Spooner Architectural Solutions 

Pool build: Mayfair Pools Northland – Ultra Custom Pools

Photographer: PDC Creative Whangarei

Kim Manunui

Hi, I’m Kim and I work with a great team to help individuals, as well as small and not so small businesses get their message, product and services to the world using digital media and creating wonderful websites that don’t cost the earth.

I was born in Canada, and grew up around Vancouver and the mountains of British Columbia. My love of pristine environments led me to New Zealand and eventually to the mountains, lakes and rivers of the central North Island which is home. My family’s heritage is here, and it’s from here that Korio traverses the planet.

The digital world is never static and neither are we.

And I say ‘we’ because I work with an awesome group of talented people who I gather together as required to complete a project.  Whatever your business, not-for-profit or individual needs are we gather the best team to get the job done.

Collaboratively we are creative, share sustainable values and work hard for great outcomes because that’s the buzz of satisfaction that drives us.

If you have an audience and market to reach, we can make that happen. Creative design, words that work and smart behind the scenes stuff that cuts through the online noise. We’ll design your website and then build it. We’ll manage the content as well as all your hosting needs. We can handle your online advertising so you get noticed,
and we’ll manage your social media presence so you get the clicks, likes and engagement to grow your business. All within the budget you set, because none of this needs to cost the earth.  And the job doesn’t stop when your website goes live. We are your virtual business partner.

https://www.korio.co.nz
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