Description: A deep understanding of watershape engineering and materials is essential for a successful project. - Pool Design, International Swimming Pool Designer, Paolo Benedetti, Aquatic Technology Pool and Spa, The international standard for innovative pool designs with expertise in vanishing edge pools, infinity edge pools, negative edge pools, knife edge pools, hillside pools, rooftop pools, watershape consulting, hydraulic design, structural engineering, fountain design, expert witness, and glass tile mosaics.
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A deep understanding of watershape engineering and materials is essential for a successful project. Not only knowledge of how to use the materials properly to create the pool, but knowledge of what can go wrong so those issues can be addressed. Installing a pool and waterscape is a large undertaking and as a homeowner you want the confidence that your contractor produces top quality craftsmanship.
While he understands why some homeowners might think that acting as their own pool contractor is a good idea, Paolo Benedetti also knows it's likely to be a huge mistake. That's why he wants professional watershapers to get involved and be part of the solution.
I've seen plentiful discussions of the fact that geotechnical (or soils) reports are required for proper watershape engineering. All swimming pools, spas, fountains and waterfeatures require this type of report. But who exactly should do the work? Quite often, I come across full-service, one-stop shops that will not only conduct the soils survey, but take care of the structural engineering as well. I have always been an advocate for keeping these functions separate.