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From award-winning pool designs to the strategies shaping the future of outdoor living, our Winter 2026 issue brings together inspiration, innovation, and practical insight from across the industry. This edition spotlights standout builders, breakthrough projects, and the people pushing boundaries. Whether you’re mapping out your 2026 strategy or simply looking for fresh perspective, this issue delivers the ideas, expertise, and forward-thinking stories that continue to move the pool industry forward.
Articles In This Issue:
• 2025 Million Dollar Pool Design Challenge Winner: Kirk Bianchi
Kirk Bianchi is this year’s winner of the 2025 Million Dollar Pool Design Challenge.
• Remember the Summer Madison Square Garden Made a Splash
In the summer of 1921 Madison Square Garden became the world’s largest indoor pool.
• The Hard Truth About Hard Water in Swimming Pools
A look at how hard water in different regions impacts pool owners and service providers.
• Winter Is for Strategy: Build Your Business Plan
Winter is not the time to take your foot off the accelerator. Start your 2026 plan now!
• The Hidden Liability of a Green Pool
A viral post highlights the liability homeowners face when they abandon their pool and let it return to nature.
• Why Pool Inspection Reports Belong Online in Every State
States have begun to consolidate pool inspection reports, a look at what’s missing.
• Becoming a Builder: The Whirlwind of My First Pool
Pool pro Kelli Clancy discusses the challenges that came with her first pool build.
• How a Backyard Pool Helped One Salesman Lose 150 Pounds
Latham Pools own James Tovarau used his pool to completely transform his life.
• Creating an Adventure Pool: The Ultimate Thrill
Riverflow discusses how to transform any pool into the ultimate backyard adventure.
• Building a Legacy: The Enduring Story of Mission Pools
With a track record of excellence spanning six decades, Mission Pools discusses how they prepared for the next chapter.
• ‘But It Passed Inspection’: Why That’s No Defense
Paolo Benedetti explains why a passing inspection doesn’t equate to “up to code.”
• Helping Every Child Become a Swimmer
Learn how the pool industry can play a part in helping every child become a swimmer.
• Best Pool Alarms & Pool Cameras of 2025
Pool Magazine takes a look at the top pool alarms and cameras of 2025.
• The Competitive Advantage: Automate to Dominate
Automation has become the competitive advantage for builders and service pros.
• Designing the Vibe: Pairing Fire Features
Frank Vitori and Chuck Nitschke discuss pairing fire features with pool style and geometry to create the perfect vibe.
• Vertical Revolution: Redefining the Modern Poolscape
New BluHaven porcelain tile collection features exciting vertical tile options for pools, spas, outdoor living.
• Why Marco Perrella Is All-In on Ozone
Veteran pool builder Marco Perrella explains why he’s suddenly all-in on ozone.
• Acid Washing Safety: What Every Pool Pro Should Know
Provide better protection for your team when doing acid washes with these tips.
• Empowering Potential: The Grit Game
The Grit Game may be the new kid on the block, but they’re redefining the rep model.
• Homeowner Hits the Jackpot, Finds Gold in Ground During Pool Dig
One lucky homeowner instantly paid for their entire pool project when they struck gold during excavation.
Kirk Bianchi is this year’s winner of the 2025 Million Dollar Pool Design Challenge.
• Remember the Summer Madison Square Garden Made a Splash
In the summer of 1921 Madison Square Garden became the world’s largest indoor pool.
• The Hard Truth About Hard Water in Swimming Pools
A look at how hard water in different regions impacts pool owners and service providers.
• Winter Is for Strategy: Build Your Business Plan
Winter is not the time to take your foot off the accelerator. Start your 2026 plan now!
• The Hidden Liability of a Green Pool
A viral post highlights the liability homeowners face when they abandon their pool and let it return to nature.
• Why Pool Inspection Reports Belong Online in Every State
States have begun to consolidate pool inspection reports, a look at what’s missing.
• Becoming a Builder: The Whirlwind of My First Pool
Pool pro Kelli Clancy discusses the challenges that came with her first pool build.
• How a Backyard Pool Helped One Salesman Lose 150 Pounds
Latham Pools own James Tovarau used his pool to completely transform his life.
• Creating an Adventure Pool: The Ultimate Thrill
Riverflow discusses how to transform any pool into the ultimate backyard adventure.
• Building a Legacy: The Enduring Story of Mission Pools
With a track record of excellence spanning six decades, Mission Pools discusses how they prepared for the next chapter.
• ‘But It Passed Inspection’: Why That’s No Defense
Paolo Benedetti explains why a passing inspection doesn’t equate to “up to code.”
• Helping Every Child Become a Swimmer
Learn how the pool industry can play a part in helping every child become a swimmer.
• Best Pool Alarms & Pool Cameras of 2025
Pool Magazine takes a look at the top pool alarms and cameras of 2025.
• The Competitive Advantage: Automate to Dominate
Automation has become the competitive advantage for builders and service pros.
• Designing the Vibe: Pairing Fire Features
Frank Vitori and Chuck Nitschke discuss pairing fire features with pool style and geometry to create the perfect vibe.
• Vertical Revolution: Redefining the Modern Poolscape
New BluHaven porcelain tile collection features exciting vertical tile options for pools, spas, outdoor living.
• Why Marco Perrella Is All-In on Ozone
Veteran pool builder Marco Perrella explains why he’s suddenly all-in on ozone.
• Acid Washing Safety: What Every Pool Pro Should Know
Provide better protection for your team when doing acid washes with these tips.
• Empowering Potential: The Grit Game
The Grit Game may be the new kid on the block, but they’re redefining the rep model.
• Homeowner Hits the Jackpot, Finds Gold in Ground During Pool Dig
One lucky homeowner instantly paid for their entire pool project when they struck gold during excavation.
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