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The Pool and the Stream

99% Invisible

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Designing Curvaceous Pools: From Villa Maria to Skate Parks

This chapter explores the relationship between architects Alvar Aalto and Thomas Church, and how Aalto's unique pool design potentially influenced Church's work. It also discusses the pride associated with public skate parks and skate pools in Finland, and the inspirations behind Aalto's distinctive wavy forms.

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