Sea Pools, 9781849947671
Hardcover
Explore stunning sea pools: architecture, history, and safe ocean swimming worldwide.

Sea Pools

66 saltwater sanctuaries from around the world

$37.70

  • Hardcover

    192 pages

  • Release Date

    17 August 2023

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Summary

Dive In: A World of Sea Pools

A celebration of sea swimming - looking at the architecture, history and social significance of sea pools around the world.

The sea can be challenging and changeable. Protected from the dangers of currents, crashing waves and extreme cold, sea pools (also known as tidal or ocean pools) are manmade pools that provide a safe space for swimmers to enjoy the benefits of the sea at all states of the tide and weather.

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Book Details

ISBN-13:9781849947671
ISBN-10:1849947678
Author:Chris Romer-Lee
Publisher:Batsford
Imprint:Batsford
Format:Hardcover
Number of Pages:192
Release Date:17 August 2023
Weight:1.08kg
Dimensions:276mm x 276mm
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Critics Review

‘Amongst all the stunning photos are four insightful essays and archive material that bring the importance of sea pools in the future of our planet to the forefront.’Enki

About The Author

Chris Romer-Lee

Chris Romer-Lee is the co-founder of the architecture practice Studio Octopi. He conceived Thames Baths CIC, an idea for re-introducing swimming in the Thames. Now the practice is leading the way in developing ideas for the increased recreational use of the River Thames. Since 2013 Chris has spoken at TEDx KPMG, Centre for London 2015 Conference, Somerset House, V&A for London Design Festival and many more. Chris teaches at London School of Architecture (LSA). Before this he taught at Kent University for two years, and has been a guest critic at Sheffield, Bath and London Metropolitan Universities.

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