New design idea - Complex With Swimming Pool Balconies

I was amazed by an email a received from a friend. Yet again this was a creation from the East. These guys always surprise me by their creativity in design. The latest way that the super-rich are living better than all of us? They're getting swimming pools that also function as balconies. Some 3D shots to explain the "swimming pool balconies".

- A planned 37-story apartment complex -

"Ultimate urban luxury is the goal with these incredible suspended balcony pools. They are part of a conceptual apartment development for Mumbai, India designed by the James Law architecture firm. 

The pools appear to float out from each apartment's balcony, suspended seemingly in mid-air thanks to their transparent sides."

The pools may look enticing but, given the altitude, it might be best to avoid any raucous games of Sharks and Minnows. At least that's the concern of Gizmodo writer Jesus Diaz who called Hong Kong architect James Law's swimming pool-studded design a "deadly accident waiting to happen," The Daily Mail points out.

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/04/04/aquaria-grande-mumbai-apartment-complex-swimming-pool-balconies_n_1403741.html

"Although the balcony pools are certainly the most striking element of this design, the additional features of the two apartment towers are impressive as well. 

The project is known as Aquaria Grande, probably because of its use of water as a central element.

A common pool area gives residents a place to congregate while swimming. 

After pool time is over a communal and sustainable podium garden provides another relaxing recreation area."

"Each apartment unit – there will be over 200 in all – is designed to allow for three-way cross ventilation and plenty of natural sunlight. The buildings’ energy-efficient glass facades are meant to reduce energy consumption and increase the overall eco-friendliness of this impressive residential development."

http://dornob.com/floating-jewels-ultra-luxurious-suspended-balcony-pools/?ref=search

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Some more design with similar swimming pool balconies.

All glory to the architect, James Law himself... An amazing creation but always considers the fact that 'seeing is believing' ... I'm waiting for my invite cause this one I want to experience!