Extraordinary Pools

Extraordinary Pools by Naina Gupta is a visually spectacular tour of the world’s most remarkable swimming pools — from infinity pools perched above the Indian Ocean to ancient Roman baths, from Hollywood icons to contemporary architectural masterpieces set in deserts, forests, and volcanic landscapes. Gupta presents each pool with full-colour photography and contextual notes, examining the design decisions, engineering challenges, and cultural significance of spaces that are simultaneously functional and aspirational. The book celebrates the pool as an architectural and social phenomenon — a place where luxury, pleasure, and the desire to be immersed in landscape converge. Published in a lavish illustrated format, this is an inspiring volume for architects, designers, travel enthusiasts, and anyone who has ever stood at the edge of a beautiful body of water and felt the pure pleasure of what lies ahead.