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 This commercial fountain sits on a granite paved plaza enjoyed by tens of thousands of pedestrians walking by on a daily basis. The fountain shell is built of reinforced concrete, sheathed in beige limestone on the exterior and polished black granite on the interior. |
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 Called the "Glory Hole" fountain, it contains 7,200 gallons of water. Because of the plants, chemicals can not be used. Instead, advanced UV technology and a one hour turnover rate keep the water pristine clear and drinking quality clean. |
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 Fountain aesthetic design by Skidmore, Owings, & Merrill, Architects. This fountain won a 2010 International Silver Medal in the design contest put on by the APSP, our national trade association. Mechanical design and construction by Carefree Pools. |
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 This waterfall project is located on a retention pond and acts to keep the water from becoming stagnant. A ten horsepower submersible pump is located in the pond and moves 3,000 gallons of water per minute. |
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 This pool features a waterfall at the far end and a hidden fountain jet in a planter. Aesthetic design by The Dirsmith Group International Architects. |
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 This unusual fountain features a spray ring under the stone work, with the water rising through holes bored through the stone. Aesthetic Design by The Dirsmith Group, International Architects. |
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 Another view of the previous fountain, during winter. |
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 This is a concrete spa, veneered with large pieces of cut Indiana limestone, disquised as a fountain. Aesthetic design by Chalet Landscape. |
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| This magnificent bronze statuary sits in a concrete dish, veneered in Indiana limestone. The equipment system is remotely located inside a basement.
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 This beautiful fountain sits in a concrete dish, again veneered with Indiana limestone. The seating circle around it is also Indiana limestone. Aethetic design by Chalet Landscape. |
 This view is opposite the above, showing the tall fountain up close, and two fountains in the back ground. One of these is the spa shown above. |
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 This fountain grouping is in a retention pond. It gives aesthetic design while helping to keep the water clear and non-smelling. Design by Carefree Pools. |
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 A gentle flow of water from between the two heads helps make this Chicago backyard a calm sanctuary from the hustle of the day. Design by Carefree Pools. |
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 This is a water feature associated with a ride at Six Flags, Great America. The pool is reinforced concrete on two levels and veneered with brick. Interior surface is epoxy enamel. |
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 This photo and the next three show what can be done with natural weathered boulders when skillfully set. This small water feature is in a public park, in a "contemplation area". |
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