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2026 Awards of Excellence: Gold Winners (Part 2)

The second installment of the 2026 Awards of Excellence Gold winners showcases more standout projects recognized for exceptional design, craftsmanship and technical execution.

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2026 Awards of Excellence: Gold Winners (Part 1)

Throughout October, we’re announcing the winners of the Pool & Hot Tub Alliance’s prestigious Awards of Excellence. The first installment of Gold-winning projects pairs striking design with the technical skill and craftsmanship that bring each vision to life.

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The Healing Current

Moving water can transform a pool into a powerful setting for therapy and recovery.

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Waterscapes as Wellness: A Designer's Manifesto for Sensorial, Soulful Spaces

Explore six guiding principles for creating waterscapes that harmonize with nature, architecture and the people who experience them.

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Poolside Dreaming

LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort pairs Gulf-front views with four lagoon-style pools, an oversized hot tub and upscale poolside amenities.

Beachfront resort at sunset with high-rise hotel, palm trees, pools, and ocean view

Drop-Stitch Abovegrounds

Could pressure-stiffened textile walls create a distinct new category for the popular, affordable pools?

Turquoise inflatable pool in a sunny courtyard with palm trees, flowering plants, and lounge furniture

Expanding the Fiberglass Market

With faster installations, high-end features and growing consumer demand, fiberglass pools are becoming an increasingly attractive opportunity for builders.

Luxury backyard oasis with resort-style swimming pool, hot tub, and lounge area under umbrellas

The Decision

A practical guide to helping customers decide whether a full pump replacement or a motor upgrade makes the most sense.

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Pool Mania in Orlando

The Orlando World Center Marriott offers something for every swimmer, from a relaxing lagoon pool to thrilling waterslides and a winding lazy river.

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The Center of Attention: Gothenburg’s Centralbadet

Centralbadet will place Olympic-standard pools, learning pools, saunas and wellness spaces at the heart of a community-focused aquatic center.

Modern indoor swimming pool facility with wooden ceiling beams, floor-to-ceiling windows, and swimmers in the water

Surfing Into the Future

A new surf-anchored community in Waco, Texas, pairs 3D-printed homes with resort-style aquatic amenities for a bold take on residential living.

Families enjoying a water park with a tall green and white slide, sandy beach, and swimming pool on a sunny day

Future-Proof Luxury: Sustainable Pool and Outdoor Living Design

True luxury lies in outdoor spaces engineered to perform consistently over time, no matter the climate.

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