Water’s Edge is proud to have not just one but two winning projects for this year’s 2018 Aquatics International Dream Designs, recognizing Sabetha’s Outdoor Aquatic Center and Garden City’s Parrot Cove Water Park. Sabetha is recognized for its single pool user appeal. The pool can be utilized by everyone from competitive lap swimmers to families […]
The month of May brings the beginning of a new season. From pool openings to hints of summer new and exciting things are in store. For Waters Edge it also brings something truly special, our anniversary, and our eighteenth to be exact! It’s easy during this time of year to get caught up in the […]
The Renovation Planning Process While all pools are not suitable or feasible for renovation, there is a planning process that can help you understand a pool’s renovation potential, and give community leaders the information they need to make an informed decision: Step I: Identify the Project Goals There are different goals a community may pursue […]
Corrosion is only one of the destructive forces acting in and around water parks and aquatic facilities. And it can be so very frustrating to pool operators and perhaps a little confusing to pool designers and building architects. Selecting appropriate materials and finishes is critical during the design process. Operators must understand their pool and […]
Over the years, our design staff has witnessed many communities across the country struggle with the steps towards developing a new or renovated aquatic facility. The path is often unclear and difficult to navigate as budgets are projected, features are evaluated, and funding options are researched. As an aquatic consulting and design firm, our experience […]
The brand new FlowRider at the Bay Water Park in south Kansas City, Missouri was featured on Fox 4 Kansas City News channel over the weekend. The stations Nick Vasos and a camera crew ventured to the Water Park to get a look and a quick lesson on the FlowRider. Nick found the wave simulation […]
When families think about taking a dip at the pool, they might not always think about the type of water sanitation used. People who visit the pool should not have to worry about that. However, it is important for pool operators to know the benefits and challenges of the different choices that keep pools clean. […]
Construction is nearing completion for the installation of a FlowRider wave simulation machine at the Bay Water Park in Kansas City, MO. The new amenity is named the BayRider, which was decided through online voting from community members. Summer of 2014 will be here before you know it and the FlowRider feature is notorious for […]
The unique water feature at West Glen Town Center in West Des Moines, Iowa features many different spray patterns. The fountain showcases 29, six foot high sprays that run on a choreographed spray pattern. One of the coolest aspects, other than the fact that it looks sweet at night is that this water feature doubles […]
Waters Edge is currently conducting an evaluation and master plan for the Bloch Fountain! Built in 2001, the fountain is located at 30 West Pershing, Kansas City, MO in front of the city’s historic Union Station. The fountain features a massive black granite eclipse with a thin sheen of water that surrounds the fountains ring […]