The return of the Master Builder
Some centuries ago, the professions of designer and builder were one. The title of Master Builder was given to the professional who attained proficiency in creating our living environments.
Structures require an architect to create a layout, a designer to develop its purpose, an engineer to understand the meaning of the creation and translate it to a construction strategy, and a builder who will finally construct ,complete and fulfill the vision.
As a builder who designs or a designer who builds, we are faced with structural and creative challenges that inspire our vast knowledge. How do we approach a project and display the best design and construction talents to achieve a Work of Art? The answer lies in the ability to clearly understand the client desires and expectations, and match those with the opportunities the project brings.
The best works of aquatic art always require the effective collaboration among groups of professionals, and the ability to transform a vision into a livable space.
Master Builders allow concepts to navigate their projects, defining its course, inspiring new technics, finally arriving to a finish product that represents the best of both worlds: Creation and Execution.
Form, shape, color and texture are used to express and capture these concepts and ideas into tangible spaces.
Understanding your client’s vision and the space for the project, and its potential can be the most essential talents to being a quality, high end builder. Talent and ability to design and build projects that stand the test of time. To achieve these high standards within your customer’s budget is one of the true aptitudes of a Master Builder.
Interpreting a vision for a structure can be a challenging process. A Master Builder has to consistently direct all efforts towards a single unified design concept, where every element must reinforce the theme and enhance the design.
In doing so he guarantees that the project outcome will truly reflect and manifest with overall beauty, the purpose for what it was created, and in a cohesive and practical way be enjoyed as intended.
This line of thinking will generate quality spaces that accurately reflect the client’s vision and proposed use for the structure.
With the ability to shape the environment, Master Builders have a duty to enhance, inspire and enrich people’s experience of life, whenever possible.
We are the next generation of builders who must learn and grow upon all past creations and use the knowledge and information gained to create beauty of our own.
The goal is clear, to create beautiful, strong, cohesive projects that represent the vision for which they were created. In practice, the builders who implement, and seamlessly execute this motto receive the accolades that come from being a true Master Builder.
Structures require an architect to create a layout, a designer to develop its purpose, an engineer to understand the meaning of the creation and translate it to a construction strategy, and a builder who will finally construct ,complete and fulfill the vision.
As a builder who designs or a designer who builds, we are faced with structural and creative challenges that inspire our vast knowledge. How do we approach a project and display the best design and construction talents to achieve a Work of Art? The answer lies in the ability to clearly understand the client desires and expectations, and match those with the opportunities the project brings.
The best works of aquatic art always require the effective collaboration among groups of professionals, and the ability to transform a vision into a livable space.
Master Builders allow concepts to navigate their projects, defining its course, inspiring new technics, finally arriving to a finish product that represents the best of both worlds: Creation and Execution.
Form, shape, color and texture are used to express and capture these concepts and ideas into tangible spaces.
Understanding your client’s vision and the space for the project, and its potential can be the most essential talents to being a quality, high end builder. Talent and ability to design and build projects that stand the test of time. To achieve these high standards within your customer’s budget is one of the true aptitudes of a Master Builder.
Interpreting a vision for a structure can be a challenging process. A Master Builder has to consistently direct all efforts towards a single unified design concept, where every element must reinforce the theme and enhance the design.
In doing so he guarantees that the project outcome will truly reflect and manifest with overall beauty, the purpose for what it was created, and in a cohesive and practical way be enjoyed as intended.
This line of thinking will generate quality spaces that accurately reflect the client’s vision and proposed use for the structure.
With the ability to shape the environment, Master Builders have a duty to enhance, inspire and enrich people’s experience of life, whenever possible.
We are the next generation of builders who must learn and grow upon all past creations and use the knowledge and information gained to create beauty of our own.
The goal is clear, to create beautiful, strong, cohesive projects that represent the vision for which they were created. In practice, the builders who implement, and seamlessly execute this motto receive the accolades that come from being a true Master Builder.
The fine line of good design
In the 21st Century, as in ancient Roman times, creators and artists searched for elegance and balance along the lines that define good design. Pools present ample opportunity for a stunning design.
But making them look distinctive rather than generic requires reasoning out every line.
Pool shapes may look simple to accomplish. However, if placed inaccurately within the assigned space, the design lines can create a random and unbalance looking scene. That is why a backyard’s lay out and planned usage play great influence in the entire design process and placement.
What separates the seemingly mass-produced pools from the stunning works of pool designers is the planned vision behind every drawn line. Each line of a well-designed pool plan is placed with a specific function in mind. Lines have the power to instill a sense of harmony or excitement; straight lines promote strength and stability, curved ones are inviting, suggest softness and add motion.
Lines and radiuses can work like arrows that direct the eye purposely towards a focal point; like an existing mature tree, a lake, or a planned placed water feature, sculpture or fire element.
Beyond the two dimensional lines of the pool perimeter and the shape of the patio and deck area, there are also above grade elements to consider that enhance the project layout.
Designers intentionally play with vertical lines and elements to build excitement by engaging observers, challenging them to interact and enjoy the surroundings, and as they move through the space, seamlessly creating a mood and inspiring feelings.
By giving each line its place, the basic principles of sound environmental and space planning are applied, matching and tying together the aquascape to its surrounding architecture and landscaping, ensuring the full integration of the new pool to its permanent home.
When the completed project is in harmony with the environment and fulfills its purpose it becomes a stunning design, it feels right, comfortable, a logical and meaningful match to the owner’s vision.
An aquascape that follows the principles of good design gets enjoyed by everyone, without an obvious reason of “why”.
That is the signature of a good designer.
But making them look distinctive rather than generic requires reasoning out every line.
Pool shapes may look simple to accomplish. However, if placed inaccurately within the assigned space, the design lines can create a random and unbalance looking scene. That is why a backyard’s lay out and planned usage play great influence in the entire design process and placement.
What separates the seemingly mass-produced pools from the stunning works of pool designers is the planned vision behind every drawn line. Each line of a well-designed pool plan is placed with a specific function in mind. Lines have the power to instill a sense of harmony or excitement; straight lines promote strength and stability, curved ones are inviting, suggest softness and add motion.
Lines and radiuses can work like arrows that direct the eye purposely towards a focal point; like an existing mature tree, a lake, or a planned placed water feature, sculpture or fire element.
Beyond the two dimensional lines of the pool perimeter and the shape of the patio and deck area, there are also above grade elements to consider that enhance the project layout.
Designers intentionally play with vertical lines and elements to build excitement by engaging observers, challenging them to interact and enjoy the surroundings, and as they move through the space, seamlessly creating a mood and inspiring feelings.
By giving each line its place, the basic principles of sound environmental and space planning are applied, matching and tying together the aquascape to its surrounding architecture and landscaping, ensuring the full integration of the new pool to its permanent home.
When the completed project is in harmony with the environment and fulfills its purpose it becomes a stunning design, it feels right, comfortable, a logical and meaningful match to the owner’s vision.
An aquascape that follows the principles of good design gets enjoyed by everyone, without an obvious reason of “why”.
That is the signature of a good designer.