Kirk Bianchi

By masterfully combining the three disciplines of landscape design, pool design, and exterior architecture, GENESIS instructor Kirk Bianchi elevates outdoor living to an art form. His talent, experience and wholistic approach allows him to personalize design and create a one-of-kind sanctuary for his clients. His work has won numerous awards including Luxury Pools Pinnacle award, Phoenix Home & Garden "Master of the Southwest," and multiple Best of Houzz awards.

Results Through Wellness

Wellness is fundamental to our industry.

March 21, 2024

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Designing Vertical: Creating a Sense of Place

Putting thought to your design in the vertical plane is essential to create a sense of place.

November 30, 2023

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Reflections and Light

Dimmable pool lights help balance backyard illumination.

June 1, 2023

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Proportion: Element of Beauty, Key to Harmony

We explore two basic methods to learning proportion, or the comparative relation between the size of things you see, in backyard design.

May 24, 2023

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Define Your Subject

When you clearly define the subject of any backyard project, then every other decision reinforces that choice. Follow Kirk Bianchi as he defines the subject of a backyard renovation, helping him transform a once mundane backyard to a true work of art.

April 18, 2023

The design solution of a backyard renovation in Scottsdale, Ariz. was to frame the true subject of the backyard scene, obscure the competing roofline with an ironwood tree, and balance the tree with a vertical cacti element, forming an attractive composition.

Metamorphosis

A "basic" pool remodel is transformed into a stunning nighttime retreat using the existing landscape and the magic of light.

June 4, 2020

All photos courtesy Kirk Bianchi

Lessons in Light

Learn the principles of landscape lighting by the water’s edge.

May 30, 2019

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The Pool As Mirror

Designing with reflections in mind can make for an emotional, impactful design.

July 13, 2017

A mature ironwood tree was selected for its sculptural form, and serves as the reflected focal point enjoyed from all of the home's views. Primary colors were woven in to elicit a higher energy vibe, in keeping with the client's request for 'hacienda modern.' (All photos courtesy of Michael Woodall)

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Rising Employee Health Insurance Costs

Rising employee health insurance costs are on the horizon for 2025, but there are new insurance vehicles to help you save money.

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Pushing the Vinyl-Liner Envelope

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Build Sales and Profitability Through Relationships

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3 Tricks For Putting Pools in Small Spaces

Turn ‘Maybe Later’ Into ‘Yes Today’ With Pool Financing

Turn ‘Maybe Later’ Into ‘Yes Today’ With Pool Financing