Rancho Nuevo

As part of his Pool and landscape design, Bianchi set a trapezoidal corten reflection pool that doubles as a room divider, channeling visitors for several paces along the entry path by reaching out from the courtyard wall near the gate before allowing them access to the forecourt’s lounging area. An Ironwood tree serves as the sculptural focal point from this perspective, making a serene first impression with its form mirrored in the shimmering water of the vanishing edge fountain. This watershape starts out at a level 30 inches from the deck: As that surface rises toward the steps,the vessel stays level and has a final elevation just 12 inches above grade. Shallow (at just two inches deep) and filled with pebbles suspended by a grate, it is approximately 12 feet long and nine feet wide. michaelwoodall.com