Outdoor Malls Get Cool Water From Shasta Pools

PHOENIX, AZ, Aug 26 (MARKET WIRE) --
Most people around Phoenix know of Shasta Pools. They may even know that
Shasta Pools has built more pools in and around the Phoenix area than any
other pool builder. What they may not know is that Shasta Pools
Commercial Division has built over a thousand projects -- pools and water
features they are likely already admiring while running their weekend. The
latest hot trend is outdoor malls sporting cool water features.

Malls, like the products they sell, are ever-changing. The mall we once
knew has been reinvented. Developers and architects are ripping away roofs
and revealing open-air plazas with vibrant landscaping. These outdoor
shopping centers are becoming the flagships for surrounding neighborhoods.
A place where people come not only to shop, but to be entertained, allow
youngsters to play, eat, socialize and to relax. It seems that every hip
neighborhood has one: Desert Ridge in Phoenix, DC Ranch and Kierland
Commons in Scottsdale, just to name a few, and now you can add one more to
the list, Tempe Marketplace.

At 1.3 million square feet Tempe Marketplace is the largest retail
construction project in the Valley since 2001. The shopping center
consists of three distinct areas: a lineup of large chain stores, an
open-air shopping plaza with areas for entertainment that's called the
"District" and classic stand-alone retail and restaurant bays. But what
makes Tempe Marketplace stand out is its stunning outdoor water features
constructed by Shasta Pools and Spas Commercial Division.

Shasta Pools teamed up with Vestar and McCarthy to complete this
multi-million dollar development. Shasta Pools Commercial Division was
chosen for this project because of its excellent track record and
experience in complicated construction projects. "We knew the Tempe
Marketplace water features would include a very popular children's splash
pad but we also added drama with waterfalls backlit by fire elements and
color-changing lighting. Overall, the water features add to the inviting
and upscale feel of this community marketplace and invite relaxation,"
noted Bill Gullekson of Shasta Pools Commercial Division.

Upon entering the shopping center, patrons are greeted with an infinity
edge water feature; this incorporates a precise perimeter line that
allows water to flow in a constant stream across a wide, level area. The
water feature narrows as you walk towards the entrance of the "District,"
pointing shoppers in the right direction. Once in the main plaza,
shoppers are greeted by a towering sheet of water that pours from the top
of a tall travertine wrapped column into a blue tiled basin. The basin
mists heavily, creating a fog that is illuminated by a continuously
changing colored light. The pool of water wraps around the structure
leading you to a sitting area that is anchored by a long, corridor-like,
fireplace. As you follow the "urban stream" you end up at the beginning
and at the opposite side of the fireplace. There, another cascading sheet
of water covers the opening of the fire corridor. The water diffuses the
light of the fire so all you see is a soft orange glow.

From there, customers continue to experience water features as they
progress through the shopping center. The sound of falling water permeates
the open-air space and leads to a playful focal point -- a splash pad
which is illuminated with colorful lights. The large jets of cool water
shoot into the air and rain down onto children playing. This is a major
attraction and the splash pad is where most of the parents end their day.
Shasta Pools actually sells a backyard version of the splash pad to
customers wishing to have this type of aquatic play area at home. "I have
so much fun using the splash pad as a backdrop for my children's
pictures," frequent Tempe Marketplace visitor, Nicky Rodriguez, says.

Tempe Marketplace is a unique example of an architecturally stunning blend
of water, air, fire and sound. It allows residents of Tempe and the
surrounding area to make one stop for their shopping, dining and
entertainment needs. Tempe Marketplace and Shasta Pools Commercial
Division have set the bar high for future open-air market places.

As the metro Phoenix landscape changes, construction elements change too.
Shasta Pools Commercial Division will continue to impact public spaces
with sensational design trends, water features and technology.

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