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THE ESSENTIAL E-NEWSLETTER FOR WATERSHAPE DESIGNERS, ENGINEERS AND BUILDERS
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| April 22, 2020 www.watershapes.com |
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FEATURE ARTICLE
Guided by Sight
Establishing primary and secondary sightlines within a space is one of the first design tasks on almost any project, observes Mike Farley. Doing so sets the stage for numerous decisions that follow and allows you to maximize visual impact from indoors — and outdoors as well. [more]
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FEATURE ARTICLE
Dawn of the Swimming Pond
Whether ponds are built for it or not, many will encourage a swim, inspire a dive or invite a cooling dip. That’s why Larry Carnesguides his clients who want to get wet toward naturalistic pond designs that are also deliberately made for easy access, bather comfort and everyone’s safety. [more]
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FEATURE ARTICLE
Outdoor Connections
Selling dreams and making memories are at the heart of the watershaping process, saysScott Payne. Taking design from the outdoor-lifestyle perspective, he notes, is the best way to create spaces that connect with clients’ lives while also generating new revenue streams. [more]
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ESSENTIAL
When it comes to identifying those who’ve shaped his life and work, acclaimed landscape architectRaymond Junglesdoesn’t hesitate in naming Brazilian designer Roberto Burle Marx as a singularly profound influence. Famous for bold arrangements of plant materials and architectural forms, Burle Marx’s gardens are among the world’s most celebrated and studied — a legacy Jungles describes here as a close friend and student of the master.
This article, originally published inWaterShapesin October 2007, has been digitized for all readers. Clickhereto see the full text and enlarge the images to study the craftsmanship in detail.
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SPATIAL CONNECTIONS
The Unfolding Garden
It’s why art museums are arranged in spatial sequences and why so many people love reading mystery novels: AsBobbie Schwartzsuggests here, surprise is a powerful tool watershapers can use to bring wonder and delight to those who approach or wander near the water’s edge.[more]
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WATERSHAPES WORLD
Upon Higher Minds
Like most professions, watershaping has a rich history of innovations and groundbreaking achievements — but lacks a Hall of Fame to celebrate its pioneers. If there were such an institution, writes Eric Herman, lots of recruits could be found right here on the pages of WaterShapes. [more]
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LIVING BLUE
One of the exciting facets of Watershape University is its support for the Live Blue Foundation (LBF) and it’s high-minded ambition of promoting aquatic activities and lifestyles.
Clickhereto learn more as WU’s Lauren Stack explains the big ideas behind LBF and how promoting the “Blue Mind” in all of us will benefit not only the watershaping industry, but people in all walks of life.
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WOLFPACK CORNER
As is true of so many organizations working through this unprecedented time, Watershape University’s course offerings have been temporarily stymied by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Undaunted, WU is preparing to bounce back with a dynamic set of educational offerings, both live and online. For details, click here.
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WE BROWSE SO YOU DON’T HAVE TO . . .
Healthy Waters:Research shows the ways in which geothermal waters build wellness and enjoyment. [more]
It’s looks as though it’s even better than we dreamed!
The Mystery in Tiny Bubbles: Research scientists track the strange behavior of microbubbles in pipes. [more]
There’s more to those gaseous spheres than meets the eye.
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Pentair Launches Line of Water Bowls
Pentair(Sanford, NC) has introduced MagicBowl Water Effects, a line of fountain bowls that bring strong visuals and soothing sounds to poolscapes. An architectural and auditory accent by day, by night the bowls combine LED lights with the flowing water to add a new tone. The durable units are available in seven finishes with round or square shapes. For details, clic khere.
Keystone Introduces Panorama Supra Pavers
Keystone Hardscapes(Minneapolis, MN) has added the Panorama series to its Supra line of pavers for outdoor applications. With rectilinear shapes, riven surfaces and rounded edges that suggest the look of cut flagstone, the units install quickly and are made of durable concrete colored with iron oxide pigments to prevent UV-related fading. For details, click here.
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