Kirstin PiresKirstin Pires, has been on the editorial staff of AQUA magazine since 2002. She has a B.A. in art from Carleton College and M.A. in journalism from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, N.C., and currently lives in Madison, Wisc.SpasAward-winning portable hot tub in VancouverA North Vancouver family enjoys a soak and the view from their front yardJune 23, 2008RetailInstituting sustainability and green products into the pool and spa industrysNearly all consumers are interested in the idea of sustainability and green products. The question is, "How can we institute green practices?"June 19, 2008HomeSome pool and spa businesses are struggling, but others are doing just fineThere are those who are struggling, but a surprising number of businesses say they are busy.May 21, 2008BuilderTumber & Associates builds a beautiful pond for a homeowner in rural Ontario.An avid fisherman wanted a pond and a landscape that would integrate a Prairie School home into the rolling hills of rural Ontario. Tumber and Associates tackled the challenges of substantial elevation changes and pure-sand soils to grant the fisherman's wish.May 21, 2008BuilderSolar pool heating laws on the way?Solar heating isn't just a good idea; it may soon be the lawApril 24, 2008HomeSunshine PolicySolar heating isn't just a good idea; it may soon be the lawApril 24, 2008BuilderOutdoor kitchen outlookNo matter whom you ask, things aren't so bad in the backyardApril 24, 2008HomeAQUA Magazine launches new Web siteAQUA Magazine launches new Web siteApril 24, 2008PoolsA 360-degree slot-overflow fiberglass pool by San Juan Pools of CharlestonThe simplicity of this minimalist 360-degree slot-overflow pool belies the advanced engineering that produced what San Juan Pools of Charleston believes is the first slot-overflow fiberglass pool.April 24, 2008BuilderJapanese gardens inspire pool project in suburban D.C.When Harmony Ponds undertook this project in suburban Washington, D.C., there were many considerations to balance. To a difficult site with limited access and existing landscaping and structures, the homeowners wanted to seamlessly add a serene pond garden. Harmony moved mountains — parts of them anyway — to create a place of "suburban serenity."March 24, 2008Previous PagePage 3 of 13Next PageTop StoriesBusiness OperationsThe Excitement of a New StoreWith a brand-new retail outlet, this pool and spa dealer is creating an all-encompassing customer experience.Service2024 State of the Industry: Service ReportServiceRudy Stankowitz: Strange Customer SnapshotsRetail2024 State of the Industry: Retail ReportSponsored Content$500 Consumer Rebate on the Latest Tech