Balwin Celebrates Anniversary of Crystal Lagoons Amenity in South Africa

Crystal Lagoons® first pure turquoise lagoon in South Africa, was launched at The Blyde Estate in Pretoria East a year ago. One of the country’s most important construction companies, Balwin, in partnership with the multinational water innovation company, have created a unique development complete with a white sand beach and crystalline waters, bringing beach life to residents’ doorsteps.

The Blyde Estate gives its residents the ultimate lifestyle option of living near the world’s top amenity – a crystalline lagoon powered by Crystal Lagoons technology, which was created by the firm’s President, Fernando Fischmann.

The project was recognized at the recent Africa and Arabia Property Awards where it received awards in the “Leisure Architecture” and “Leisure development for South Africa” categories. Balwin is currently the only property developer in South Africa with a license to operate Crystal Lagoons patented technology.

Balwin’s CEO, Steve Brookes, says: “Our partnership with Crystal Lagoons is a game changer for us. Our customers recognize that the quality offered by Crystal Lagoons is unrivalled in South Africa.

This is a key differentiator and selling point for us at The Blyde Estate and we remain the only property developer in South Africa able to deliver this world-class product to our customers. I am immensely proud of what we have achieved here as it ticks several boxes – a quality product that is environmentally friendly and delivers value for money for our customers.”

It has created the world’s top amenity in the form of clear lagoons of unlimited size, which can be built and maintained at very low costs anywhere in the world as it uses minimal chemicals and energy.

Crystal Lagoons water usage and sustainable technology

Regional Director for Africa at multinational water innovation company Crystal Lagoons, Alastair Sinclair says, “A big positive for us in South Africa is that the water usage of a crystalline lagoon has far less impact than a swimming pool. We can use any type of water ground water, saltwater and even brackish water.”

Crystal Lagoons water treatment technology offers several environmental advantages over traditional water treatment and filtration technologies as it operates in a closed circuit, minimizing the use of scarce resources such as water and energy and providing a sustainable and environmentally friendly solution.

Conventional swimming pool technology, seen in other lagoons, requires maintaining high levels of residual chlorine or other disinfectants in the water, to achieve permanent disinfection and avoid contamination. Maintaining such high levels of chemicals is not only costly but can also be harmful to the environment.

“Crystal Lagoons patented solution involves applying controlled pulses of small amounts of oxidants in the water, in very specific patterns determined through sensors and injectors strategically located around the lagoon, monitored and managed online from our global Crystal Lagoons Control Centre,” reiterates Sinclair.

“At Crystal Lagoons we embrace the success of our partners and this first project in South Africa, The Blyde, is not the exception, with whom we have shared a sensational past year.”

Crystal Lagoons is an international innovation company, founded by scientist Fernando Fischmann, which has developed a patent-protected technology that allows the construction and maintenance of unlimited-size clear water lagoons at very low costs.

 

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The recent inauguration of Crystal Lagoons project in the United States, Evermore Orlando Resort, featuring its impressive 8-acre crystalline lagoon and extensive beaches, steps from Disney World and Universal, has captured the attention of the global press. Nearly 500 media outlets from various countries, including Yahoo!, Associated Press, NBC, Fox, ABC, CBS, Washington Daily News, Finanzen y Benzinga, have covered the news, emphasizing the significance of this tourism milestone.

Numerous articles have highlighted this iconic development, considered one of Florida’s most significant tourism projects. It is located in the heart of Orlando, the most visited destination in the US, with 75 million tourists annually. With over 10,000 rooms surrounding the lagoon powered by Crystal Lagoons® technology, this amenity marks a before and after for the city, which lacked a beach despite its comprehensive entertainment options. Crystal Lagoons solves this problem by introducing a monumental body of water that brings idyllic beach life, redefining hotel standards, and consolidating its presence in the hospitality and entertainment industry.

Surrounding the crystalline lagoon is Orlando’s first Conrad hotel, a luxury brand of the Hilton chain, as well as various homes, villas, and apartments. In addition, there is an 18-hole golf course designed by Jack Nicklaus, one of the greatest golfers in history.

“Every hotel project incorporating a Crystal Lagoons® amenity becomes the most attractive destination in the area. Conrad, one of the world’s leading hotel chains, understood this and decided to make a qualitative leap concerning the existing offer in the most touristic area of the U.S.,” said Iván Manzur, Senior Vice President of Sales of Crystal Lagoons US Corp.

Costa Rica is a globally recognized sustainable tourist destination with 1,300 kilometers of coastline and over 600 beaches. In this iconic location it is moving forward the first crystalline lagoon in Central America with Crystal Lagoons® technology. With 6 acres of turquoise waters suitable for swimming and water sports, surrounded by white sandy beaches, this amenity is the central piece of the NYA megaproject.

Developed under the Public Access Lagoons™ model, also known as PAL™ complexes, it was highlighted in a recent article in Revista Summa for its social impact and boost to tourism in the area and the country’s economic growth. John Scheman, president and founder of Nya, said: “We are happy and proud to bring Crystal Lagoons® innovative technology to Costa Rica, marking a before and after in the development of recreational spaces for both tourists and residents. With this crystalline lagoon, we are redefining the concept of beach life and providing a unique experience in our project.

Developed under the Public Access Lagoons™ model, also known as PAL™ complexes, it was highlighted in a recent article in Revista Summa for its social impact, boosting tourism in the area, and contributing to the country’s economic growth.

Nya is a development targeted towards retirees from the United States and high-net-worth Costa Ricans. It is located in the Guanacaste region and extends over 2,224 acres, just 25 miles from the Pacific coast and five minutes from Daniel Oduber International Airport. Crystal Lagoons will bring idyllic beach life to this inland area of the Costa Rican province, contributing to the revaluation of the area. The public access complex is estimated to attract more than 1 million visitors annually. Also, this project is part of the exclusivity agreement with the conglomerate Blue Water Ventures for complexes in Costa Rica and Guatemala.

PAL™ projects, which anyone can access for an entrance fee, have set a new standard in public gathering and entertainment spaces and have positioned themselves as revolutionary alternatives with a high social impact. Transform any site into a year-round entertainment hub with more than 125 activities that can take place in the lagoon itself or its surroundings. These include water sports with and without an engine, inflatable parks, trade shows, dining, weddings, beach parties, concerts, flow boarding, quatrefoil, cable parks, paddleboard yoga, water slides, cliff jumping, mapping shows, water light shows, water curtain animation, outdoor cinema, corporate events, floating cabanas, etc.

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In the heart of Texas, the Lago Mar project, developed under the Public Access Lagoons™ model, also known as PAL™ complexes, has made an unprecedented impact since its inception. The monumental 12-acre crystalline lagoon, the largest in Texas, powered by Crystal Lagoons® technology, has transformed the lifestyle in this state. With record sales and a permanent and varied schedule of events that bring the project to life year-round, it has become the preferred destination in the state, highlighted by the iconic Lagoonfest Texas, which holds the record for hosting the most floating cabanas in North America, 22.

The world award-winning “The Mysterious Circus” recently occurred, presenting a novel and entertaining family spectacle that included high-flying acrobatics, dance, and contortion acts. This event, held in the breathtaking setting of the crystalline lagoon, captivated attendees with its unique combination of circus talent and natural beauty. Artists worldwide dazzled audiences with incredible skills and performances in a magical and thrilling atmosphere.

The monumental crystalline lagoon of Lago Mar marks a milestone. It is equivalent to 50 Olympic-sized swimming pools, spans over half a kilometer from end to end, and offers white sandy beaches extending over a kilometer and a half. It is nearly six times larger than the first crystalline lagoon in that state, Balmoral. Crystal Lagoons developed both projects in association with Land Tejas.

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