WaterShapes
The Horace E. Dodge and Son Memorial Fountain in Detroit sat dormant for at least a decade, leaving a visual and cultural void in the heart of the Motor City. Fortunately, an extensive renovation and technology upgrade restored the modernist masterpiece that once again represents the city’s spirit of invention and ingenuity.
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Leisurecraft offers the The Arctic Cold Plunge Tub. The tub’s white plastic shell is cut and welded with HDPE plastic and comes with a cedar skirt held in place by the stainless steel bands. It is either filled with cold water or can fitted with an optional chiller unit which has a built-in ozone filter. The Arctic Cold Plunge Tub comes completely assembled and ready to use. Accessory upgrades include a solid cedar covers and steps.
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Pentair makes its MagicFlame fire and water bowl feature with five finish options to match most poolside decors. Manufactured with durable glass fiber reinforced concrete, MagicFlame comes complete with weatherproof and anti-corrosion enclosure, electronic ignition and can be paired with a Pentair Automation system for convenient operation from anywhere at any time.
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RENOLIT offers RENOLIT SOLID, a reinforced PVC membrane created for splash pads, either for new construction or renovations. Also ideal for aquatic facility decks, this 80-mil thick membrane can be used on new or existing deck surfaces, making them waterproof and slip-resistant for safety. The membrane provides a terrific solution for common splash pad and deck problems including cracks, chips, peeling paint, providing years of easy maintenance and durability, the company says.
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This vintage property in the heights of Bel Air overlooking Los Angeles had seen better days when JC Escudero became involved in a sweeping renovation back in 2019. The work, including remodeling the pool and adding a spa, would redefine much of the property, while at the same time remaining true to its Spanish Colonial roots, all part of the latest chapter in the property’s star-studded history.
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Baiae, an ancient Roman resort city located approximately 18 miles (30 kilometers) from Naples, has often been likened to a Roman Sodom, infamous for its hedonistic lifestyle and extravagant indulgences. Renowned as the ancient world’s Las Vegas, Baiae was a hub of luxury and excess, drawing Rome's elite to its shores for beach parties, banquets, and debauchery.
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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 and more, designers and builders are being asked, if not forced, to sign these documents that in many cases prohibit sharing any type of information about the project.
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Mystic Muralism on the Shores of Lake Chapala