TAG: Pool
SPLASH! Issue 147 April/May 2023 SR SMITH’S ARTICLE
Talk about making waves in the industry – we couldn’t be more thrilled about our feature in Australia’s SPLASH magazine!
Read MoreMore than 100 projects completed around the world
Celebrating a major AKVO milestone
98, 99 … 100, and beyond!
A crown jewel in Qatar
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 […]
Read MoreA breathtaking project on a remote island
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 […]
Read MoreA multi-use outdoor space that’s fit for a passionate host
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.
Read MoreReplacing Obsolete Movable Pool Floors with Akvo’s Cutting Edge Technology
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.
Read MoreOur first-ever Japanese installation: a serene oasis in an urban jungle
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.
Read MoreTop of the Class – Two New Movable Pool Floors for School & Community Aquatic Centre
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
Read MoreHOW MOVABLE POOL FLOORS CREATE VERSATILE COMMUNITY SPACES (sb magazine 3/2021)
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.
Read MoreAKVO Movable Pool Floor Selected Once Again for Olympic Complex
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 […]
Read MoreCreating a Stylish, Flexible Entertainment Space in New Orleans
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.
Read MoreNew Stunning Transformable Pools to Complement the Spectacular Views of the Mediterranean Sea – 2nd project
Last summer on the French Riviera, the outdoor living space of a second villa was redesigned to incorporate an AKVO Spiralift movable pool floors.
Read MoreNew Stunning Transformable Pools to Complement the Spectacular Views of the Mediterranean Sea
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.
Read MoreShaping Public Pools to Expand Activities Offered in Germany
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 […]
Read MoreDisappearing Pool and Spa in Manhattan Beach – Making the Most of a Small Family Courtyard Living Space
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 […]
Read MoreConverting Hotel Pools into Sources of Income
Providing guests with an opportunity for fun and relaxation, pools have always been an integral part of the hotel experience.
Read MoreAKVO article published in The World of Hospitality Magazine
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.
Read MoreTransformable Pool Technology: The Ultimate in Space-Saving Design
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…
Read MoreThe Disappearing Pool
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
Read MoreADJUSTABLE POOL FLOOR BY AKVO SPIRALIFT part of The Wall Street Journal’s Wish List
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.
Read MoreThe New Dream Hollywood Hotel Pool Magically Disappears with the Push of a Button
The new Dream Hollywood Hotel in Los Angeles holds a secret: in just minutes, it can “put away” its rooftop pool to regain additional patio space!
Read MoreEmerging Trend in the Hospitality Industry
Interest for AKVO Spiralift® movable floor continues to grow! This innovative system enables your hotel …
Read MoreNow introducing standard solutions at lower costs
At AKVO Spiralift, we appreciate the interest you have shown for our patented movable pool floor solutions.
Read MoreMovable pool floors on the rise
Recently, we shared information about AKVO Spiralift movable pool floors. Here is our latest information and a link to our new brochure.
Read MoreThe Super-Cool Hidden Pool
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
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