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Above: The lap pool butts up against the house casting rippling patterns on the walls and ceiling. The entire outdoor area, including the pool, is illuminated at night. Right: Entertaining is a breeze in the new addition, which opens right out to the rear yard and barbecue. A 6m-long vertical garden on the wall beside the pool provides lush greenery all year round. 18 search | save | share at trendsideas.com storage and accommodates two wine refrigerators. F urther storage is provided by a large pantry behind the kitchen on the right side. Michael Mu, from M2 Building Design, who worked on the design, took care to ensure the addition would not look too monolithic on the exterior. Consequently, the materials used on the upper level were varied. The main