WATER FEATURE HANDBOOK

This publication is a guide to designing practical and environmentally responsible water features. From structural detailing and water proofing to complete mechanical systems, it supports the integration of water into residential, commercial, civic and large-scale projects. Written by professional landscape architect Pawel Grodowski, the book offers insights that can be scaled or simplified to suit diverse client briefs.

As South Africa rethinks its relationship with water, the landscape architectural profession is being called to lead. Landscape architects are well positioned to shape how water is perceived and experienced in public life, not only for biophilic or aesthetic appeal, but also for resilience. Rainwater harvesting, filtration, splash control and maintenance forecasting are no longer optional extras, but essential components of good design.

Gradowski is a landscape architect with many years of international experience in water feature design, and his portfolios in South Africa and Canada are celebrated for their water-integrated public spaces. As the founder of LASquare, he merges practical engineering with artistic vision, resulting in functional and environmentally conscious designs.

The book provides insights for practical design, sustainability strategies, hydraulic engineering, lighting, planting and maintenance. The 680-page printed edition is also available as an e-book.

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