Cyma
A classical Georgian home is elevated by a contemporary touch of art and playfulness
About the Project
The overarching philosophy for this project was to create a home that would be cherished as a legacy. From our first site visit with the homeowner, we understood that building this home meant much more than just constructing a beautiful property. It was to be a sanctuary for her family, of all ages, to relish for generations.
The James Doyle Design Associates team suggested a Splinterworks sculptural slide would be most befitting of this project. They were looking for an ‘important landscape moment’; a piece that enhanced their holistic design – which included the pool area and terrace layouts, as well as the entire exterior space of the property. Their beloved signature design style, that celebrates the intersection of nature and art, is perfectly exemplified in this project where the geometrical hardscaping, with soft naturalistic planting and sculptural elements, are perfectly resolved to encapsulate this meeting of art with nature.
Significant Homes helped execute the installation of the extraordinary exterior. With a remarkable Georgian-style residence, the pool leisure space needed to be equally as impressive to complement the classical vernacular of the property. At the forefront of the design by JDDA was considering the sight-lines from the house – across the lawns and on to the pool area. The symmetrical design of the pool deck layout is pleasingly offset by the playful circular form of the sculptural slide. The Cyma slide was chosen as it also bridges the path to act as a moon-gate, and with headroom of 6’7” under the arch, it is tall enough to pass under and enjoy – a playful interaction for every generation, particularly those choosing to stay dry!
The slide’s reflective and contemporary design harmonises seamlessly with the classical architecture, naturalistic planting, and geometric landscaping. As the planting ebbs and flows with the changing seasons, the marine-grade mirror-polished stainless-steel of the slide captures and reflects the entire environment, creating an ever-evolving artwork to admire throughout the year. The outstanding team created a timeless, cohesive environment which will effortlessly host the years to come. The property stands as testament to the homeowner’s vision, where heritage design, infused with contemporary paradigms, have cemented their creativity and forged a future family dynasty
About the Cyma Slide
Pool slide used: Cyma.
Key features: Right-hand turn.
Material: 316L marine-grade stainless steel.
