Cottesloe Beach Pool and Bath

First-Year Design StudioThe Cottesloe Beach Pool Committee just outside Perth, has since 2000 campaigned for the design of a large ocean pool to be placed near the most popular area of the beach due to rising awareness and risk of shark attacks.The concept of an ocean pool is not a new one, particularly in Australia. Along the eastern coast, many beaches have iconic ocean pools. There are 30 seawater pools in Sydney alone. Around the world, the idea of a safe and contained place to swim is prevalent. Even the idea of a beach pool in Cottesloe is not an entirely new one – in the 1960's a children's' wading pool was built but did not remain.A netted, semi-contained pier was devised to be placed delicately within the sandy landscape. With tide rises being negligible, the pier could provide adequate room for a large lane pool, a wading area for kids, slides, a cafe, as well as a large sea bath with beautiful westerly views over the Indian ocean. All while helping to keep the public from sharks and sharks from being culled.