Concrete is amazing material. Its presence in the modern architectural landscape is so widespread and diverse, it can be easy to miss the masterful way it’s been used both as a structural and aesthetic element. Here’s an example of both, a modern classic Eric Herman discovered near his home in the California desert.
Tag: architecture
Exploring History
At a time when in-person events are few and far between, WU recently presented a dynamic presentation about the history of water in architecture at historic sites near Pittsburgh, Pa., taking students on a fascinating journey through time and space.
2020/9.1, September 2 — European Influence, Veneer Details, Artful Waterfalls and more
THE ESSENTIAL E-NEWSLETTER FOR WATERSHAPE DESIGNERS, ENGINEERS AND BUILDERS September 2, 2020 www.watershapes.com FEATURE ARTICLE Design and Desire Working with an ample budget, great clients and a large, open canvas all spelled ‘opportunity’ forJason Brownlee— a chance to integrate multiple design elements into a composition in which water, stone, tile and fire define a European […]
2020/7.1, July 8 — Lake Construction, Pond Completion, High-Rise Nuances and more
THE ESSENTIAL E-NEWSLETTER FOR WATERSHAPE DESIGNERS, ENGINEERS AND BUILDERS July 8, 2020 www.watershapes.com FEATURE ARTICLE Demise of the Water Hazard Through the past 15 years, golf-course designs have embraced a distinctly minimalist approach. It’s a response, writesKen Alperstein, to the fact that the number of courses being built has shrunk dramatically — and that attitudes […]
2020/6.1, June 10 — Lakeside Luxury, Outstanding Water, Sweltering Shotcrete and more
THE ESSENTIAL E-NEWSLETTER FOR WATERSHAPE DESIGNERS, ENGINEERS AND BUILDERS June 10, 2020 www.watershapes.com FEATURE ARTICLE Tasteful Extravagance Patience, creativity and adaptability defined the design and installation process for this unique and beautiful project in Plantation, Fla. Along the way, explainsAndrew Kaner, the project team navigated multiple challenges while easing the way for clients who expected […]
Full Line from Pool & Spa Enclosures
Pool & Spa Enclosures (Monroe Township, N.J.) offers a full line of pool, spa, and patio enclosures. Available globally, the systems are durable and timelessly styled and serve to extend the swim season, reduce maintenance, increase heating efficiency, reduce evaporation and even eliminate the need for seasonal closings in cooler-climate regions. For details, click here. […]
2020/5.2, May 20 — Moody Installations, Fantastic Fountain, Plaster Color Fading and more
THE ESSENTIAL E-NEWSLETTER FOR WATERSHAPE DESIGNERS, ENGINEERS AND BUILDERS May 20, 2020 www.watershapes.com POND INSIGHTS Pond-Construction Chaos Managing clients’ mood is as much a part of the pond-installation process as installing the liner. This is whyDave Gartonworks to build realistic expectations and keep thoughts trained on positive outcomes, seeing them as keys to problem-solvingandlong-term satisfaction.[more] […]
Upon Higher Minds
By Eric Herman
The cliché is true; to know where you’re going you’ve got to know where you’ve been. Like all professions, watershaping has a rich history of innovation and groundbreaking achievements. Unlike other more heralded fields, however, there is no watershaping hall of fame – but if there were, you’d find many an inductee covered in these pages.
Most every field of human endeavor has its
An Unexpected Treat
By Jim McCloskey
There have been a few times in life when I’ve turned a corner and gasped. Coming through the long tunnel into Yosemite Valley for the first time and seeing Bridal Veil Falls, Half Dome and El Capitan all at once did it for me. Seeing the Fountains at Bellagio for the very first time did it, too.
Beyond that rare sort of experience, however, I’ve been pretty unflappable. Just a few weeks ago, however, gasping erupted again as I made my way through
2019/7.1, July 10 — WaterShapes: Looking Back, Moving Forward and more
THE ESSENTIAL E-NEWSLETTER FOR WATERSHAPE DESIGNERS, ENGINEERS AND BUILDERS July 10, 2019 www.watershapes.com FEATURE ARTICLE/October 2008 Resounding Renewal Set in an urban district in Los Angeles, the Echo Park Deep Pool needed help. Working with the project architect,William N. Rowleyengineered and oversaw much of the restoration and left local residents with a facility that enables […]