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The recent natural tragedy on the east coast has left commercial properties and homeowners in a terrible situation. The process of putting lives and homes back together has only started, and while the focus may be on putting a roof over their head, those with a pool or spa have added complications and concerns.
I feel it is important to share some vital information with my audience. Even though you may not be directly affected, you may have family and friends who suffered the wrath of ...
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In my latest article for WAVES magazine- India's pool, spa and bath publication, I discuss how to take a design to the next level.
The terms basic, generic, and ordinary are not part of my vernacular when designing a pool or spa. My philosophy is to create an environment the homeowner can’t live without, thus I look to the extras, the finishing touches, and the accessories to create an extraordinar...
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Working with an APSP Certified Building Professional (CBP) ensures you are contracting with one of the pool industries top building professionals.
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If you are looking to add more appeal to your pool and spa with the soothing sounds and visuals of a water element. Adding natural stone to the spa spillover allows the water to trickle down the dam wall.
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Now that April has arrived, the weather is getting warmer and the family will spend more time outdoors. Duckie, the Float Like A Duck Mascot remindseveryone to enforce the ABC&D's of water safety!
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Each of the world’s oceans and shore lines has its own distinctive palette influenced by depth, soil, sand and the ocean bed. Other elements influencing water hues in nature include temperature, animal and plant life, and tide flows.
And, much like in nature, the color and reflective quality of pool water is affected by the interior elements. In addition, to traditional white and colored plasters, interior finishes of quartz or pebble are available in a vast array of colors and g...
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Living in Vegas gives us a great selection of award winning dining experiences.
With the International Pool and Spa Show in Vegas this past November, pool industry insiders shared some of their favorite dining spots on and just off the strip with Pool and Spa News.
My selections- BESO in Crystals at CityCenter and NINE Steakhouse in the Palms!
If you are looking for great ...
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A call for a remodel project lead our team to the pool shown in the middle photo, the new homeowner hated the existing pool, which he referred to as "the polar bear pool" .
He desired something more visually appealing, as well as a design that would accomodate the family's needs.
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I had a great time as a guest on Prime Time Fitness with Host Coach Corky- we touched on a variety of topics from water safety, to enjoying one's backyard spaces, the joys and health benefits of pools and spas and designing and building pools. Thanks Corky and Scott and the production team at KLAV AM 1230 , the 1 hour show ran Tuesday 6.21.2011 from 8pm-9pm
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Duckie , the Float Like A Duck Mascot was invited to make a Special Apperance during the Annual April Pools' Day event. A very exciting press conference where all the municipalities and community partners came together to promote public education and awarness for having fun and being safe around pools. The most importance message was enforcing the ABC&D's . To learn more, join Duckie for the 8th Annual Float Like A Duck event on May 21st - 1-4pm at the YMCA on Meadows L...
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Paragon Pools' Liquid Window!
Award winning designers Joe and Joey Vassallo incorporated a 3" thick acrylic wall on the upper pool creating a captivating 15' x 2 1/2' viewing portal.
Adding to the illusion is an infinity edge on the backsideof the pool.
Liquid Window provides additional poolside entertainment for both adults and kids. Parents also have a great perspective on the little ones as they swim underwater.
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HGTV features Las Vegas Pool Builder Paragon Pools president Joe Vassallo, CBP with his award winning pool , showcasing his signature WetFlame , water and fire element.
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Jandy laminar jets produce a clear arching stream of water. Strategically placed the jets create an artful and playful space.
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Click on this link for the full interview with Joe Vassallo and Reporter Steve Ryan:
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