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Public Floating Pools

Andrew Burges Architects Designed a Floating Pool for the Sydney Harbor

— October 28, 2021 — Eco
Andrew Burges Architects (ABA) has been commissioned to reimagine and add to the famous Sydney Harbor. With climate change and accessibility in mind, the architects have created a unique floating pool scheme for public recreational use.

The Harbor faces a flood threat due to all the mid-century additions and high rises added to the Harbor throughout the years. Rather than building directly on land, the architects chose to design a floating volume attached to the ground by a floating pathway.

The architecture firm has offered up its rendering and templates to Sydney's mayor's office, which consists of a circular volume floating on the river and attached by a walkable entranceway. Clover Moore, Mayor of Sydney, explains "the vision rests on improving water quality" and making the waterways safe for recreational use.

Image Credit: Andrew Burges Architects
Trend Themes
1. Floating Architecture - Architects are designing floating structures due to climate change and accessibility concerns, presenting opportunities for new methods of building and design.
2. Water Recreation - Designs for public floating pools around the world continue to grow, transforming the way people enjoy leisure time near water and presenting opportunities for new businesses and services.
3. Sustainable Water Systems - Concerns about water quality and safety have led to the development of sustainable water systems such as floating pools that filter and clean the water they're in, creating opportunities for innovation in water management and technologies.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture - Architects have the opportunity to pioneer new designs and construction methods that incorporate floating structures and sustainable materials.
2. Leisure and Tourism - The development of public floating pools presents opportunities for new tourist attractions and leisure activities, as well as supporting the growth of businesses that cater to these sectors.
3. Water and Environmental Management - The development of sustainable water systems for recreational purposes presents opportunities for innovation in water treatment, filtration and management, as well as the development of water-based products and services.
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