Featuring Tesselle Sunbeam Hexagonal Cement Tiles and Orb Breeze Blocks
At Allaso Olivine in Albuquerque, the pool deck is designed to feel polished and intentional. A bold feature wall anchors the space with crisp geometry, rich color, and a mix of pattern and dimension that reads beautifully from across the water.
This installation pairs two Tesselle materials, Sunbeam Hexagonal Cement Tiles and Orb Breeze Blocks, for a look that feels modern, architectural, and perfectly suited to New Mexico light.
About Allaso Olivine
Allaso Olivine is a gated, pet-friendly apartment community in Albuquerque’s Northeast Heights, located near the intersection of Alameda and Louisiana.
The community promotes resort-style amenities such as a pool and spa, along with a 24/7 fitness center, package receiving, and property-wide Wi-Fi.
Apartment features highlighted by the property include smart-home touches and modern finishes, such as smart thermostats, in-home laundry, quartz countertops, and luxury wood-style flooring (with 9- and 10-foot ceilings in select homes).
The wall: pattern plus structure
Sunbeam Hexagonal Cement Tiles create a strong patterned field with a clean, graphic rhythm. The hex format keeps the look current, while the Sunbeam motif adds movement across a large surface without feeling busy.
Set into the wall, Orb Breeze Blocks introduce depth and a sculptural, architectural element. Their circular openings soften the geometry and bring a sense of openness that works especially well in an outdoor amenity space.
A modern desert look
Albuquerque’s bright, clear skies reward bold, confident design. Allaso Olivine leans into that lifestyle, and this poolside wall supports it with color, pattern, and form that feel upbeat and contemporary.
Photo credit: Rick Standridge