2020 PHTA Awards of Excellence: Bronze Winners

Sep 27, 2020

This year's PHTA Awards of Excellence recognized the best-of-the-best in pools, hot tubs, spas and water features — we've seen a stunning array of beautifully designed and executed projects. Our month-long coverage comes to an end with a gallery of the Bronze award winners below.

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Taking the Waters Outside Dallas

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Because vermiculite retains so much moisture, on my first pass, I leave the surface rough to speed up evaporation.

The Vermiculite Touch

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Coming Together to Help People Come Together

Floating NYC Pool Set to Land in East River

Going Out On a Limb

Nestled in the northernmost province of Italy and nearly 40 feet above the ground stands a cantilevered pool with a glass panel in its base.

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The Vermiculite Touch

In the world of concrete, vermiculite is — in some ways — an unusual material. A lightweight aggregate creates a durable and ultra-smooth substrate for vinyl-liner pools.

Because vermiculite retains so much moisture, on my first pass, I leave the surface rough to speed up evaporation.

Coming Together to Help People Come Together

The residents of Eatonville, Fla., recently came together to bring new life to their community pool, with the help of a coalition of pool people led by Don Garden, CEO of All Seasons Pools & Spas.

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Floating NYC Pool Set to Land in East River

The project intends to return public swimming spaces to New York residents. The future is floating.

Swimming in Art: The Benefits of Stainless Steel Pools

A stainless steel pool goes in faster than concrete and is lighter in weight, making it an advantageous choice in some situations.

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Rudy Stankowitz: Dangerous Waters?

Don't be afraid to implement industry-specific business software.

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Hydronics Applied to Aquatics

This commercial pool renovation not only improved water conditions, but also the efficiency of the heating system.

A renovation at Newtown Athletic Club earlier this year made dramatic improvements, both in the aesthetic appeal of the property and its energy efficiency.

The Ultimate Pool Building Challenge

Myrtha Pools overcame a number of challenges to bring the pool for the U.S. Olympic Swimming Trials to life.

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Reviewing Vanishing-Edge Design Protocol

Revisit important design considerations for a pool, or any water vessel, with a vanishing edge.

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Pool Covers: Tips From the Pros

Learn new tips and tricks for the installation and maintenance of pool covers from a panel of seasoned professionals.

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Taking Care of Fiberglass Pool Surfaces

Insider tips and tricks to keep your fiberglass pools looking great.

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Seeing is Believing

How to increase pool sales with stunning photography and video content.

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