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Infinity Pools Built for Views
There’s nothing quite like the visual magic of an infinity pool. Also known as a vanishing-edge or disappearing edge pool, an infinity pool is designed to blur the boundary between water and horizon. It’s a showstopping centrepiece that’s ideal for properties with views – and thanks to advanced structural systems, you don’t need a flat section to enjoy one.
At Wright Pools & Spas, we build stunning infinity pools using premium Ceramic Composite fibreglass technology that makes them possible on complex and elevated sites across the Wairarapa and Wellington.
What Is an
Infinity Swimming Pool?
An infinity pool (also called a vanishing-edge or disappearing edge pool) is designed so that water flows over one edge, creating the illusion that the water disappears into the horizon. It’s a striking architectural feature, especially for properties with views, offering uninterrupted sightlines that elevate the entire outdoor space.
Why Choose
Compass Pools for Your Infinity Edge Pool?
Compass Pools are renowned across Australasia for their innovation, quality, and structural integrity. When it comes to building an infinity pool on a sloping or elevated site, no system is more effective — or more elegant — than Compass Pools with MaxiRib™ Technology.
MaxiRib™ Technology
Engineered for Elevated Sites
At Wright Pools & Spas, we specialise in delivering breathtaking infinity-edge pools using Compass Pools’ award-winning MaxiRib™ technology.
Whether your property overlooks Wellington Harbour, sits above the city skyline, or is nestled in the rolling hills of the stunning Wairarapa, we can bring a luxury infinity pool to life on even the most challenging sites.
Compass Pools pioneered above-ground fibreglass pool installation with their MaxiRib™ system. This award-winning technology allows full-sized pools to be installed partially or completely above ground, making it the ideal solution for sloped Wellington sections and architecturally designed homes.
MaxiRib™
Benefits Include:
- Perfect for hillsides, rooftops, and elevated decks
- Enables infinity edge construction with precise water level control
- Supports acrylic window installation and custom water features
- Provides design freedom without sacrificing structural strength
With MaxiRib™, you can achieve the high-end infinity pool look — even on properties where traditional in-ground pools wouldn’t be possible.
Is Your Site Right for an
Infinity Pool?
Infinity pools using MaxiRib™ are ideal for you if:
- Your section is sloping and needs part or all of the pool above ground level
- Your pool needs to be installed on or near a raised deck or patio
Engineered for
Elevated & Sloping Sites
Infinity pools are often best suited to sloping sections where the natural drop enhances the visual effect. But building a pool above ground or on uneven terrain has historically meant custom concrete work — expensive, slow, and high-maintenance.
We use a rib-reinforced, highly durable Ceramic Composite fibreglass system designed specifically for above-ground installation. This smart structural innovation allows your pool to be partially or fully above ground, securely supported, and tailored to your section’s unique contours – without the need for heavy concrete retaining walls.
This opens up a world of design possibilities:
- Seamless infinity edges
- Installation on decks, rooftops, or elevated patios
- Panoramic viewing windows within the pool wall
- Reduced excavation on sloping or tight-access sites
Whether your property requires full elevation or partial ground installation, we can make it work – beautifully.
Precision-Engineered for
Hillsides, Decks & Elevated Sites
Compass Pools are manufactured to withstand the unique environmental conditions of New Zealand. You get peace of mind knowing your infinity pool will not only look spectacular — but perform exceptionally, year after year.
The Ceramic Composite fibreglass shell we use is engineered to handle complex installations, combining precision design with robust reinforcement. This shell system has been proven on hillsides, decks, and raised foundations throughout New Zealand and Australia. It provides all the structural integrity of a concrete pool, with faster installation and lower long-term maintenance.
You will get a durable and highly aesthetically pleasing high-end pool, with none of the compromises of using a concrete-built design. Our pools are built with a ceramic core for exceptional structural resilience, making them highly resistant to cracking caused by ground movement, groundwater pressure, and even seismic activity. Learn more about our ceramic core technology.
Infinity Pool
FAQs
Infinity pools feature one or more edges that allow water to overflow into a hidden reservoir. This creates a visual effect where the water appears to vanish into the landscape.
Absolutely. With Compass Pools’ MaxiRib™ system, sloping and complex sites become ideal locations for elevated infinity pools.
Yes. Like all pools, local council consent is required. We manage this process for you.
Costs vary depending on site complexity, access, pool size, and optional features. Infinity pools generally carry a higher premium due to their engineering, custom structure and finish.
Yes. The MaxiRib™ system allows for installations against homes, on elevated patios, and rooftops — even where digging isn’t feasible. All such applications would require specific engineering which is generally included in the cost of a MaxiRib pool installation.
With Compass, you get a precision-engineered shell with built-in strength, faster install times, and reduced long-term maintenance compared to custom concrete pools.
They require some extra filtration and water level management due to the overflow system, but this is easy to manage with modern equipment.
Get Started With a
Free Consultation
An infinity pool is more than a feature — it’s a transformation. If you have a sloped site, stunning view, or a vision for something extraordinary, we’d love to help.
Book a consultation with Wright Pools & Spas today and explore how a Compass infinity pool could redefine your space.
