A new residential pool project emerging from Perth is drawing industry attention, with Tristan Peirce Landscape Architects and Contec Australia collaborating on what is believed to be the first 3D concrete printed swimming pool designed for delivery in Western Australia, and potentially Australia.

The project represents a significant departure from traditional pool construction methods, requiring both architectural and construction disciplines to rethink long-held assumptions around form, structure and delivery.

Rather than adapting an existing pool typology, the project was conceived specifically for 3D concrete printing, a process that places unique constraints on geometry, sequencing and material behaviour.

A Design-Led Approach from the Outset

Tristan Peirce Landscape Architects led the design development, navigating the complexities of designing for additive manufacturing rather than conventional concrete construction.

According to the studio, the final concept emerged only after an extensive design exploration phase, with more than 70 options reviewed and discarded before reaching a form that satisfied both architectural intent and print feasibility.

Designing for 3D concrete printing requires continuous, printable geometries, consistent wall thicknesses and careful consideration of structural performance. These requirements pushed the TPLA team well beyond standard workflows, demanding close collaboration with engineers and printing specialists throughout the process.

The result is a pool form that reflects both aesthetic ambition and the realities of advanced construction technology.

Contec Australia’s Role in Bringing the Concept to Life

Contec Australia has been closely involved in translating the design intent into a print-ready outcome, working alongside the design team to ensure the pool can be successfully produced using 3D concrete printing technology.

Unlike traditional pool builds, where many decisions are resolved on site, 3D printing requires a high level of certainty before construction begins. Print paths, material properties, sequencing and tolerances must all be locked in digitally prior to production.

This level of front-end coordination has made Contec Australia’s technical input critical to the project, helping bridge the gap between concept design and physical delivery.

“At Contec Australia, 3D concrete printing allowed us to extend design freedom beyond the structural walls of the project to the pool and landscape elements. By working collaboratively with the project’s architects and landscape architects, we pushed past conventional construction constraints and demonstrated what is now achievable in pool and landscape design using in situ 3D concrete printing.”  Mark D’Alessandro – Founder Contec Australia

What This Means for the Industry

When successfully delivered, the project could serve as a reference point for future applications of 3D concrete printing in residential and landscape architecture across Australia.

While the technology is still emerging locally, interest continues to grow due to its potential for design flexibility, material efficiency and reduced construction timelines. At the same time, projects such as this underline the importance of experience, coordination and realistic expectations when working outside conventional construction methods.

For builders, designers and suppliers watching closely, the project offers a practical example of what it takes to move innovative ideas from concept through to construction.

Author: TGB Editorial