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 […]
As a specialized aquatic design and engineering firm, we are proud to be a part of some tremendous projects across the nation. Several of those projects, Long Branch Lagoon in Dodge City, Kansas, and Parrot Cove Water Park, in Garden City, Kansas, have recently been in the spotlight for the Athletic Business 2018 Aquatic Design Portfolio. […]
Water’s Edge Aquatic Design was honored to have the “Long Branch Lagoon” project featured as the cover story of the July 2017 issue of Parks and Rec Business. The story titled, “A Pioneer Project – A waterpark in the frontier of the Old West”, discusses the history of a project over a decade in […]
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 […]
How can you make an aquatic facility cost effective? We hear that question more frequently now, especially in the current economy. Planning a new facility, renovating an existing pool or adding a spray park gives you an opportunity to make cost effective decisions, but where do you begin? Additionally, what operational and maintenance plans will […]
Renovations are in progress on Kansas City’s most photographed fountain. JC Nichols Memorial Fountain on the Country Club Plaza, which was dyed blue this past October in honor of the Kansas City Royals’ epic World Series run, is undergoing substantial renovations this off-season. The Waters Edge Aquatic Design team is honored to be a part […]
A big thank you to everyone that stopped by our booth at the 2014 NRPA Conference & Expo in Charlotte! We had a blast catching up with past and current clients, and enjoyed meeting many potential clients. We are already looking forward to attending next year. See you in Las Vegas! Below is a short […]
What is the first thought that enters your head when you hear theming? Maybe it is a Disney “Theme Park”, a “themed” party, or event. Did you know that theming can also be utilized within your aquatic facility as well? One of the hottest trends currently is utilizing a theme or a brand throughout, to […]
Waters Edge is the proud winner of a 2014 Dream Design Award from Aquatics International for the design of Schifferdecker Aquatic Center in Joplin, Missouri. The award recognizes Schifferdecker as a top designed leisure pool/family aquatic center in the world. The award acknowledges the facilities unique reflection of city history and culture through modern aquatic elements and […]
