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Talk about making waves in the industry – we couldn’t be more thrilled about our feature in Australia’s SPLASH magazine!

Celebrating a major AKVO milestone
98, 99 … 100, and beyond!

This Middle Eastern country had its moment in the sun last November and December while the FIFA World Cup unfolded on its soil. We’re talking about Qatar: home to one of our favourite AKVO Spiralift® projects to date, created in collaboration with UNIKPOOLS. This 15-metre-long pool’s standout feature is its intricate porcelain-tiled floor, designed with […]

Can you guess which one? A thousand miles offshore in the Western Indian Ocean, you’ll find the Seychelles: a chain of exotic islands known for their granite mountains and white sands. To the West is Kenya, Somalia, and Tanzania. To the South, Madagascar. And to the East, an endless expanse of ocean. Zoom in far […]

Since 2018, Akvo’s Spiralift technology has been used to power more than 20 movable pool floor projects across Germany. None of this would have been possible without our partner Bodan Schwimmbadbau, a former German ship builder (est. 1919) that has since expanded into stainless-steel swimming pool construction and movable pool floor integration. Together, we have […]

When you live in a city that’s as dense as Hong Kong, personal space is the greatest luxury of all. Doubly so if you’re fortunate enough to have your own private hideaway, tucked up and away from the bustle of urban living. In partnership with local developer China Overseas Mechanical & Electrical Engineering Limited (COMEL), […]

There’s something new under the sun (hint: it’s an outdoor pool in one of the warmest destinations in the southern hemisphere!). This month, we’re spotlighting Australia’s Ashfield Aquatic Centre, a community space that chose Akvo Spiralift to assist in expanding their flexibility beyond measure.  Originally constructed for the 1956 Olympic Games, the AAC is thriving […]

At a gorgeous mountain home in northeast Mexico, you’ll find one of Akvo’s most recent executions: a fabulous open-air sanctuary made for dips, dinners, and drinks.

Although movable pool floor technology has evolved significantly in recent years, the concept is nothing new. In fact, the flexibility, versatility, and safety offered by these systems have been recognized and embraced by public facilities for decades.

As Japan’s most densely populated prefecture, Tokyo is no stranger to creative design solutions for compact living spaces. In partnership with Niccon Pools, Akvo Spiralift recently unveiled its first movable pool floor for a Japanese client.

A public pool is more than just a place to splash around: it’s a community space that must cater to a wide range of swimmers and activities, often at the same time. Read more

Although AKVO Spiralift is a relatively new player in the world of public movable pool floors, their products have already been installed in 22 public facilities.

As readers may remember from the January edition of AKVO’s Flash News, Munich’s Olympia-Schwimmhalle underwent a rejuvenation project in 2019. The renovations included the addition of an AKVO movable pool floor, adding flexibility to the centre’s main 50m Olympic pool. Munich isn’t the only major city that has seen the value in increasing versatility of Olympic facilities  once Olympic Games […]

Since 2012, AKVO Spiralift has been meeting the technical challenges of prestigious projects throughout the world, from United Kingdom to Russia, Hong Kong, Australia and the United States.

Last summer on the French Riviera, the outdoor living space of a second villa was redesigned to incorporate an AKVO Spiralift movable pool floors.

On the south coast of France, just 5 minutes’ drive from trendy St-Tropez, lies a little-known, idyllic 110-hectare neighbourhood: Les Parcs de St-Tropez.

In late 2019, AKVO Spiralift® completed two major multifunctional pool projects in Germany in quick succession. These projects were accomplished in partnership with Bodan Schwimmbadbau, a former German ship builder established in 1919 whom has since expanded business into the construction of stainless steel swimming pools. Equipped with a series of compact yet powerful lifts beneath the pool […]

Considered to be one of the loveliest places to live in Southern California, the tiny coastal city of Manhattan Beach is best known for its breathtaking beaches. In addition, the presence of exceptional educational institutions and recreational parks makes it an extremely sought-after community. High demand for real estate means that many homeowners face the […]

Providing guests with an opportunity for fun and relaxation, pools have always been an integral part of the hotel experience.

In the last years, AKVO Spiralift provided The Fendi Chateau, and other prestigious hotels with a movable floor to reconfigure their pool.    

The World of Hospitality talks about AKVO’s Totally Disappearing Pools! An emerging trend in the hospitality industry An article published in the latest issue of The World of Hospitality, describes how transformable pools are becoming widely recognized as an efficient way to resolve space issues. When raised above the water surface, an AKVO Spiralift®  movable pool floor can transform […]

The AKVO Spiralift movable pool floor lets you literally walk on water by hiding your swimming pool! This fully customizable and seamless system uses a series of compact lifts to raise and lower at any depth the entire pool floor automatically…  

In the last year, AKVO Spiralift provided the new Dream Hotel rooftoop and other prestigious hotels with a movable floor to reconfigure their terrace pool. View pdf

Nicole Alexander, interior designer at Siren Betty Design, Chicago

Founder and principal designer at Siren Betty Design, Chicago, Nicole Alexander has been creating unforgettable spaces for both commercial and residential projects since 2007.

I’m talking to Ayo Akinsete, general manager of the new Dream Hollywood hotel in Los Angeles, and he’s discussing his hotel’s…

Interest for AKVO Spiralift® movable floor continues to grow! This innovative system enables your hotel …

At AKVO Spiralift, we appreciate the interest you have shown for our patented movable pool floor solutions.

Recently, we shared information about AKVO Spiralift movable pool floors. Here is our latest information and a link to our new brochure.

BY LEIGH KAMPING-CARDER It is straight out of James Bond: Push a button, and the backyard patio begins to sink. Water rushes in. In less than 10 minutes, you’re staring at your secret swimming spot. Read full article in PDF