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Pools, pools, pools. Is that what’s on your mind, too? Alas, summer is almost over. Nonetheless, as you enjoy a burst of outdoor respite this Labor Day weekend—or longingly recall the hottest months of the year in the coming, crisper weeks—there’s no reason not to let yourself be metaphorically transported to a perfect pool of your choice. So take a dip, do a lap, and make some waves as you swim languorously through the 20 images below. They represent some of the best—and most inviting—pools published in past issues of AD. From artist abodes to AD100 creations, it will be well worth your time.
An Artist’s South of France Home
Guy de Rougemont might not be a name you know—but it certainly should be. The aristocratic French artist is known for his charming sculptures. An example of one such piece from his robust oeuvre sits in the center of his South of France pool, pictured above. Of the pool area, AD contributing editor Gay Gassmann wrote in the March 2020 issue: “Behind a simple, unmarked wooden door painted green, not far from the village square, lies the hidden paradise: a lovely courtyard and reflecting pool surrounded by a few buildings and a lush garden dotted with sculptures. To the left is the studio; the residence sits straight ahead.”