The Spirit of Avalon (Part I)

Although completed in 2003 and outlandishly opulent, the story behind this project by designer/builder Mario Abaldo has never been told out of respect for the client’s ...

The Shimmering Spires of Jade Mountain

St. Lucia’s Jade Mountain is one of the world’s most unusual and luxurious resorts, a renowned masterwork in the organic architecture tradition opened since 2006. One ...

Fine Points: Equipment Shelves and Tables

Equipment-pad design often requires making the most of the available space, which in many situations is far too small. Kevin Cobabe faces tight confines in at least half of his ...

Diamond Pools & Spas
Diamond Pools & Spas

The Rhythm of Design

Designing beautiful outdoor spaces that feel welcoming and harmonious is oftentimes a matter of self-editing, says Kirk Bianchi. Here he delves into the design process with the ...

Lessons Learned: Risks of Working Outside License Classification

In the high-stakes business of building custom outdoor living spaces that feature swimming pools and associated amenities, success is driven by creativity, craftsmanship, and ...

Giverny: A Living Masterpiece

The water gardens at Giverny have inspired visitors since the turn of the 20th Century. Home to Impressionist master, Claude Monet, the legendary landscape has been the subject of ...

AI Drives Show-Fountain Experiences

Artificial Intelligence (AI-driven displays are drawing thousands of visitors each week to venues with show fountains, reports J. Wickham “Wick” Zimmerman of Outside ...

Unpacking Non-Disclosure Agreements

There’s nothing secret about the increasing prevalence of non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) on many, if not most, of today’s most elaborate watershaping projects. More ...

Stainless Watershapes (Part I)

Stainless-steel vessels have dramatically increased in popularity over the past 20 years, observes Mark Holden and Jeff Freemen. That increase necessitates a greater understanding ...

Fluidra’s Jandy X-Series AOP Systems

Fluidra is introducing its Jandy X-Series AOP Systems — an innovative line of supplemental pool water treatment solutions, the company says. Using Advanced Oxidation ...

Rico Rock Expands Jump Rock Series

Rico Rock has added to its Jump Rock series. Made of pre-cast lightweight concrete, the rocks offer the easiest way to provide a spot for kids to jump off the pool edge into the ...

Magic Plastics Offers Corrosion-Resistant Check Valve

Magic Plastics is pleased to offer the CR2 Check Valve to protect against corrosion in high-value systems like heat exchangers. Built for durability, performance, and easy ...