Issue: One - September 2007

Welcome to Hydro Dramatics' e-newsletter. We think you'll enjoy hearing about the latest international innovations in fountain and water feature design and construction. We invite your comments or questions specific to any creative applications you may be considering.

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Sincerely,

Kerry Friedman, Vice President and General Manager
Anne Gunn, Fountain Consultant
Paul Kaus, Fountain Consultant

NEW HEIGHTS Gateway Geyser Renowned as Tallest Fountain in U.S. The story of the Gateway Geyser - which rises to nearly 630 feet as befits a fountain located directly across the Mississippi River from St. Louis' world-renowned Gateway Arch - is an inspiring blend of vision and commitment, ideas and expertise. Click here to read more...

ALL-INCLUSIVE New Playground Provides Accessible, Inclusive Water Play for Kids of All Physical Ability Levels Accessible, inclusive water play for children of all ages and physical abilities is the idea behind the new interactive water features now in splashing action at Tilles Park in Ladue. The water features were built as part of the new St. Louis Children's Hospital All-Inclusive Playground by St. Louis-based fountain consulting firm Hydro Dramatics, in collaboration with St. Louis Children's Hospital, the St. Louis County Parks Department and SWT Design. Click here to read more...

LIQUID ASSETS Hydro Dramatics Completes New Water Features at World-Renowned Garden Hydro Dramatics, the St. Louis-based fountain consulting firm, recently completed several new fountains and water features in three of the Missouri Botanical Garden's newest gardens: the Doris I. Schnuck Children's Garden: A Missouri Adventure, the George Washington Carver Garden and the Ottoman Garden. Hydro Dramatics has an exceptionally long history of service to the Garden, having created, designed and maintained nearly every fountain and water feature within its 79 acres for the past 30 years. Click here to read more...

BIG DREAMS, BIG IMPACT Colorado Couple's Dream Becomes Reality in Unique Uncle Wilber Fountain When philanthropists Bob and Kat Tudor decided to donate a fountain to the children of Colorado Springs, they knew just what they wanted: an animated fountain with ever-changing water patterns as a backdrop for whimsical sculptures. What they didn't expect was the discouraging reception they received when they approached several of the country's biggest fountain companies. Time and again, the Tudors were advised to alter or simplify their design ideas and give up the fountain concept they envisioned. Then they contacted Hydro Dramatics and got the answers they were looking for. Click here to read more...