Over the past couple decades, advances in construction technologies along with the ability of designers to push the envelope have opened doors to unique opportunities in the aquatics industry. One such advancement has been the recent popularity of podium pools, also known as high-rise pools. These vessels are built on the second floor of a building or higher.
Beyond the obvious difference that a podium pool is not constructed in soil, several unique features set these pools apart from in-ground pools. The differences are quite evident even in the early design phases.
The planning and coordination required for a project becomes magnified when it involves construction on a challenging site. Podium pools perched on upper floors of mid-rise and high-rise buildings provide some of the most challenging design scenarios. Their complexity demands careful design intent beginning at their earliest stages, with each element requiring careful consideration.
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