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Why Atlanta needs PAL® Projects

Imagine experiencing pristine beaches right in the heart of the city. With Crystal Lagoons, this vision becomes a reality, offering Atlanta a transformative business opportunity.

What is Crystal Lagoons?

Crystal Lagoons is a multinational company that has developed and patented an innovative technology that allows building and maintaining unlimited-size turquoise lagoons at low cost. These pristine waters, framed by white sand beaches and palm trees, provide a perfect escape for swimming, water sports, and leisure—all within a safe, controlled environment.

As Atlanta continues to grow, the demand for unique urban spaces becomes increasingly critical. Crystal Lagoons presents a business model perfectly aligned with Atlanta’s ambitions to elevate quality of life, stimulate economic growth, and champion sustainability.

Public Access Lagoons® projects, also known as PAL® developments, offer year-round beach life and entertainment through ticketed access, turning a lagoon into a highly profitable venture. These developments bring the allure of a tropical beach experience right to residents’ doorsteps, seamlessly blending natural beauty with urban convenience. Here’s why Atlanta stands to gain from embracing PAL® projects:

1. Enhancing Urban Recreation

Meeting Demand: Atlanta’s booming population is driving the need for high-quality recreational spaces. PAL® projects offer a unique alternative to parks or indoor options, featuring expansive crystalline lagoons that can be enjoyed all year round.

Diverse Activities: From swimming and kayaking to beach sports, these lagoons anchor vibrant activities. They also serve as hubs for dining, retail, concerts, and events, creating a dynamic social environment that appeals to all ages.

Beach Life in the City: PAL® projects redefine urban living by bringing the beach to Atlanta. Now, residents can enjoy a beach day without ever leaving the city, transforming their lifestyle and making the city more appealing and vibrant.

2. Boosting Economic Development

Attracting Tourism: PAL® projects are proven tourist magnets globally. In Atlanta, they could elevate the city’s appeal as a destination, driving foot traffic, boosting local businesses, and fueling economic growth.

Increasing Property Values: Proximity to a PAL® complex significantly enhances property values. This boosts real estate demand and attracts investments in residential and commercial developments, stimulating the local economy.

3. Promoting Environmental Sustainability

Eco-Friendly Technology: Crystal Lagoons® technology is designed with sustainability at its core. These lagoons use a low-energy filtration system, minimizing water and energy consumption—perfectly aligning with Atlanta’s sustainability goals.

Bureau Veritas, an internationally renowned certification and verification company, externally verified our technology’s efficient water and energy use compared to traditional swimming pools and other amenities. For example, a lagoon of 1 ha / 2.5 ac uses up to 50X less energy than a swimming pool of the same size. 40% less water than a park the same size, and 33X less water than an 18-hole golf course.

Green Integration: PAL® projects harmonize with green spaces and urban landscapes, enhancing Atlanta’s urban fabric with visually stunning and environmentally friendly spaces that support biodiversity and improve air quality.

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4. Enhancing Community Well-Being

Elevating Quality of Life: Well-maintained recreational spaces are crucial for community well-being. PAL® projects provide a safe, enjoyable environment for relaxation, social interaction, and physical activity, contributing to the overall happiness and health of Atlanta’s residents.

Fostering Connections: PAL® projects become vibrant community hubs, hosting social events and cultural activities that strengthen community bonds and foster a sense of belonging.

5. Driving Innovation and City Branding

Positioning Atlanta as a Leader: By implementing PAL® projects, Atlanta can position itself as a forward-thinking city that embraces innovation. This can attract industry leaders, investors, and media attention, further enhancing the city’s reputation.

Boosting Brand Appeal: PAL® projects can be a cornerstone of Atlanta’s branding strategy, showcasing the city’s commitment to enriching residents’ lives through unique, world-class amenities. This reinforces Atlanta’s identity as a vibrant and dynamic urban center.

Through PAL® projects, Crystal Lagoons offers Atlanta an extraordinary business opportunity. These projects enhance recreation and drive economic growth, promote sustainability, and improve community well-being. By adopting this innovative concept, Atlanta can tackle key urban challenges, draw visitors, and lead in modern urban development.

Success Stories

Central District Lagoon Park in Bucharest, Romania:

The recent launch of this Public Access Lagoons® project in Bucharest was a massive success. Weekend lines exceeded two hours for those without online tickets. On a single Sunday, the park welcomed over 800 visitors, showcasing its widespread appeal even in cooler climates.

Epperson, Wesley Chapel, Florida, U.S.:

Epperson, a master-planned community near Tampa Bay, is home to the first Public Access Lagoons® project in the U.S. This 7.36-acre lagoon offers residents and visitors a taste of the Caribbean, with a white sandy beach, swim-up bar, water slide, and more. Its success has transformed the area, significantly boosting property values and attracting a steady stream of visitors.

Ready to make Atlanta an urban paradise?

Contact us and discover how Crystal Lagoons can transform your city.

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Crystal Lagoons® Technology: A Sustainable Revolution in Master Planned Communities

Crystal Lagoons® technology is revolutionizing the Real Estate, hospitality, and sustainability world by offering a revolutionary approach to constructing and maintaining lagoons of unlimited size. This innovative technology stands out for its cost-effectiveness, sustainability, and versatility. 

Crystal Lagoons in RCLCO

New home sales among the 50 Top-Selling Master-Planned Communities (MPCs) remained similar to the pace set by the top communities in the first half of 2023. Despite a 7.4% decline in national new home sales in June 2024 compared to 2023, master-planned communities continued to hold strong.

Sunterra in Houston, TX, is a community featuring a 2.70-acre man-made lagoon with Crystal Lagoons® technology that will be open in 2025 and has already earned the third-place rank. This project in Texas won best-seller status in the state and third in the country. In Sunterra, The Sol Club’s star feature will be a Crystal Lagoons® amenity where people can walk along white-sandy beaches and do many water activities like kayaking and paddleboarding in turquoise waters. 

The Houston MSA (Houston Metropolitan Statistical Area Profile) was the top-performing metropolitan area, with 13 communities in the Top 50, representing over 4,500 sales, or almost 24% of all sales among ranked MPCs.

With that in mind, Texas represented about 39% of sales among ranked communities, followed by Florida at 36%, where Crystal Lagoons has eight projects, including Mirada, located in San Antonio, Florida, which was also part of the ranking. Mirada is a Master-Planned Community developed by Metro Development Group, and has a 14.9-acre crystalline lagoon powered by Crystal Lagoons® Technology, equivalent to 11.37 Football fields and 48.2 Olympic Swimming Pools, gaining the title of our largest lagoon.

These impressive sales figures highlight the growing popularity and demand for master-planned communities featuring Crystal Lagoons® technology.

Here’s an in-depth look at how Crystal Lagoons® technology is reshaping sustainability and setting new standards for environmental efficiency.

Sustainable & Eco-Friendly Technology

There are currently more than 50 million man-made water bodies worldwide, such as artificial lakes and lagoons on golf courses, among many others. None of them have the transparency of swimming pools or tropical seas. On the contrary, their water looks murky and dark green because of the proliferation of algae at the bottom and sediment accumulation.

Crystal Lagoons has developed a pioneering, innovative, and sustainable technology that is patented worldwide. This technology allows crystalline lagoons of unlimited sizes to be built and maintained at very low costs globally by using low water consumption and a minimum amount of additives and energy. Our technology allows developers of crystalline lagoons to consume only 2% of the energy needed by conventional swimming pool filtration systems. Also, they require 100 times fewer chemicals than traditional swimming pools. Crystalline lagoons powered by Cyrstal Lagoons® Technology are filled only once. 

The proprietary Crystal Lagoons® molecular film technology can reduce evaporation by an additional 50%.

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Exceptional Water Efficiency

Crystal Lagoons® technology excels in water conservation. Our technology operates in a closed circuit, only requiring the replacement of water lost through evaporation. This results in a lagoon that consumes 33 times less water than an 18-hole golf course and 40% less than a park of the same size. For instance, the proposed Solano Lagoon will use just 20 acre-feet of water annually, a fraction compared to the 493 acre-feet demanded by the 11 golf courses in Solano County.

Lagoons powered by Crystal Lagoons® technology can use any type of water, including seawater, freshwater, or brackish water, making them adaptable to various environmental conditions. The lagoons can also capture direct rainwater, reducing the need for additional water sources. In areas with high rainfall, it is even possible for the lagoons to be refilled solely with rainwater.

Innovative Filtration and Disinfection

Crystal Lagoons® technology employs a unique approach to water filtration and disinfection. Traditional swimming pool systems rely on maintaining high levels of residual chlorine or other disinfectants, which is both costly and environmentally damaging. In contrast, Crystal Lagoons® patented technology uses controlled pulses of small amounts of safe additives, applying these in specific patterns determined by advanced algorithms. This method reduces the need for constant high levels of chemicals, resulting in up to 100 times less chemical use compared to conventional pools.

The technology also features an efficient filtration system that consumes only 2% of the energy required by traditional centralized filtration systems. This system filters a small portion of the lagoon’s total water volume, minimizing energy consumption and reducing the physical space needed for equipment.

Enhanced Safety and Aesthetic Appeal

Beyond its environmental and economic benefits, Crystal Lagoons® technology creates safe and attractive recreational spaces, offering idyllic beaches, secure environments, and all kinds of activities for families, like soaking up the sun on the lagoon’s shores or practicing water sports and recreational activities, like kayaking and more. This safe and pleasant atmosphere makes Crystal Lagoons® amenities popular for enhancing community spaces and residential developments.

Successful lagoons

Crystal Lagoons’ impact is evident in its extensive global footprint. With over 70 projects in operation worldwide and much more in the making, the technology has become the world’s top amenity, improving millions of lives and setting new benchmarks for advancement in sustainability. This and other reasons led the company to introduce a new project for a stunning beach-like lagoon in Solano County, California, designed to provide a beautiful coastal experience lagoon. This project exemplifies the company’s commitment to making lagoon beach-like experiences accessible in non-coastal areas.

Solano Lagoon will use just 20 acre-feet of water annually, a fraction compared to the 493 acre-feet demanded by the 11 golf courses in Solano County.

To this date, there are 11 golf courses in Solano County, with an average size of 127 acres and an estimated total water demand of 493 acre-feet per year.The Solano lagoon will use 20 acre-feet of water per year; this represents only 0.15% of the 13,700 acre-feet of water secured for the East Solano Plan. The lagoon can utilize salt, fresh, or brackish water, aligning with the East Solano Homes, Jobs, and Clean Energy Initiative’s Water Guarantee. This efficient use of water resources highlights the company’s dedication to environmental stewardship.

The lagoon will also offer a visually appealing beach-like setting and serve as a sustainable recreational facility. Using advanced technology, Crystal Lagoons ensures that the lagoon remains eco-friendly and cost-effective.

Contact us and discover how Crystal Lagoons can transform your city.​

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Crystal Lagoons® Technology: A Sustainable Revolution in Master Planned Communities

Crystal Lagoons® technology is revolutionizing the Real Estate, hospitality, and sustainability world by offering a revolutionary approach to constructing and maintaining lagoons of unlimited size. This innovative technology stands out for its cost-effectiveness, sustainability, and versatility. 

Crystal Lagoons in RCLCO

New home sales among the 50 Top-Selling Master-Planned Communities (MPCs) remained similar to the pace set by the top communities in the first half of 2023. Despite a 7.4% decline in national new home sales in June 2024 compared to 2023, master-planned communities continued to hold strong.

Sunterra in Houston, TX, is a community featuring a 2.70-acre man-made lagoon with Crystal Lagoons® technology that will be open in 2025 and has already earned the third-place rank. This project in Texas won best-seller status in the state and third in the country. In Sunterra, The Sol Club’s star feature will be a Crystal Lagoons® amenity where people can walk along white-sandy beaches and do many water activities like kayaking and paddleboarding in turquoise waters. 

The Houston MSA (Houston Metropolitan Statistical Area Profile) was the top-performing metropolitan area, with 13 communities in the Top 50, representing over 4,500 sales, or almost 24% of all sales among ranked MPCs.

With that in mind, Texas represented about 39% of sales among ranked communities, followed by Florida at 36%, where Crystal Lagoons has eight projects, including Mirada, located in San Antonio, Florida, which was also part of the ranking. Mirada is a Master-Planned Community developed by Metro Development Group, and has a 14.9-acre crystalline lagoon powered by Crystal Lagoons® Technology, equivalent to 11.37 Football fields and 48.2 Olympic Swimming Pools, gaining the title of our largest lagoon.

These impressive sales figures highlight the growing popularity and demand for master-planned communities featuring Crystal Lagoons® technology.

Here’s an in-depth look at how Crystal Lagoons® technology is reshaping sustainability and setting new standards for environmental efficiency.

Sustainable & Eco-Friendly Technology

There are currently more than 50 million man-made water bodies worldwide, such as artificial lakes and lagoons on golf courses, among many others. None of them have the transparency of swimming pools or tropical seas. On the contrary, their water looks murky and dark green because of the proliferation of algae at the bottom and sediment accumulation.

Crystal Lagoons has developed a pioneering, innovative, and sustainable technology that is patented worldwide. This technology allows crystalline lagoons of unlimited sizes to be built and maintained at very low costs globally by using low water consumption and a minimum amount of additives and energy. Our technology allows developers of crystalline lagoons to consume only 2% of the energy needed by conventional swimming pool filtration systems. Also, they require 100 times fewer chemicals than traditional swimming pools. Crystalline lagoons powered by Cyrstal Lagoons® Technology are filled only once. 

The proprietary Crystal Lagoons® molecular film technology can reduce evaporation by an additional 50%.

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Exceptional Water Efficiency

Crystal Lagoons® technology excels in water conservation. Our technology operates in a closed circuit, only requiring the replacement of water lost through evaporation. This results in a lagoon that consumes 33 times less water than an 18-hole golf course and 40% less than a park of the same size. For instance, the proposed Solano Lagoon will use just 20 acre-feet of water annually, a fraction compared to the 493 acre-feet demanded by the 11 golf courses in Solano County.

Lagoons powered by Crystal Lagoons® technology can use any type of water, including seawater, freshwater, or brackish water, making them adaptable to various environmental conditions. The lagoons can also capture direct rainwater, reducing the need for additional water sources. In areas with high rainfall, it is even possible for the lagoons to be refilled solely with rainwater.

Innovative Filtration and Disinfection

Crystal Lagoons® technology employs a unique approach to water filtration and disinfection. Traditional swimming pool systems rely on maintaining high levels of residual chlorine or other disinfectants, which is both costly and environmentally damaging. In contrast, Crystal Lagoons® patented technology uses controlled pulses of small amounts of safe additives, applying these in specific patterns determined by advanced algorithms. This method reduces the need for constant high levels of chemicals, resulting in up to 100 times less chemical use compared to conventional pools.

The technology also features an efficient filtration system that consumes only 2% of the energy required by traditional centralized filtration systems. This system filters a small portion of the lagoon’s total water volume, minimizing energy consumption and reducing the physical space needed for equipment.

Enhanced Safety and Aesthetic Appeal

Beyond its environmental and economic benefits, Crystal Lagoons® technology creates safe and attractive recreational spaces, offering idyllic beaches, secure environments, and all kinds of activities for families, like soaking up the sun on the lagoon’s shores or practicing water sports and recreational activities, like kayaking and more. This safe and pleasant atmosphere makes Crystal Lagoons® amenities popular for enhancing community spaces and residential developments.

Successful lagoons

Crystal Lagoons’ impact is evident in its extensive global footprint. With over 70 projects in operation worldwide and much more in the making, the technology has become the world’s top amenity, improving millions of lives and setting new benchmarks for advancement in sustainability. This and other reasons led the company to introduce a new project for a stunning beach-like lagoon in Solano County, California, designed to provide a beautiful coastal experience lagoon. This project exemplifies the company’s commitment to making lagoon beach-like experiences accessible in non-coastal areas.

Solano Lagoon will use just 20 acre-feet of water annually, a fraction compared to the 493 acre-feet demanded by the 11 golf courses in Solano County.

To this date, there are 11 golf courses in Solano County, with an average size of 127 acres and an estimated total water demand of 493 acre-feet per year.The Solano lagoon will use 20 acre-feet of water per year; this represents only 0.15% of the 13,700 acre-feet of water secured for the East Solano Plan. The lagoon can utilize salt, fresh, or brackish water, aligning with the East Solano Homes, Jobs, and Clean Energy Initiative’s Water Guarantee. This efficient use of water resources highlights the company’s dedication to environmental stewardship.

The lagoon will also offer a visually appealing beach-like setting and serve as a sustainable recreational facility. Using advanced technology, Crystal Lagoons ensures that the lagoon remains eco-friendly and cost-effective.

Contact us and discover how Crystal Lagoons can transform your city.​

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Crystal Lagoons: Transforming Real Estate and Recreation Across the U.S.

Crystal Lagoons has revolutionized recreational and real estate spaces worldwide. Known for its patented technology that creates sustainable, man-made crystalline lagoons, Crystal Lagoons has significantly impacted the U.S. market, transforming how communities live, work, and play. 

Multiple projects featuring its unique crystalline lagoons ranked among the country’s top-selling developments. Properties such as Sunterra in Texas, Mirada in Florida, and Windsong Ranch in Texas have surged in popularity due to the inclusion of Crystal Lagoons® amenities, which offer resort-style living with expansive, swimmable lagoons. These projects cater to the increasing demand for recreational spaces, particularly in urban areas, where residents traditionally seek lifestyle benefits found in waterfront locations.

What is Crystal Lagoons?

Crystal Lagoons developed a technology that allows the creation and maintenance of large bodies of crystal-clear water at a low cost. These lagoons use significantly less water than a park of the same size and consume 100 times fewer chemicals than a traditional swimming pool. Their innovative technology also allows them to operate with minimal energy, using an ultrasonic filtration system that ensures the water remains pristine with low environmental impact.

Growth and Expansion in the U.S. Market

Crystal Lagoons entered the U.S. market and has experienced rapid growth. The appeal of these lagoons lies in their ability to create a unique amenity that enhances property value, attracts visitors, and boosts economic development in the surrounding area. Today, Crystal Lagoons has multiple projects in different stages of development across the United States, making it a key player in the country’s real estate and tourism sectors.

Key Success Stories in the U.S.

  • Epperson Lagoon – Wesley Chapel, Florida: 

The Epperson Lagoon in Wesley Chapel, Florida, was the first Crystal Lagoons project to open in the U.S. This 7.36-acre lagoon features clear turquoise waters, sandy beaches, water slides, kayaking, paddleboarding, and an inflatable obstacle course. Since its opening in 2018, the Epperson Lagoon has become a central attraction in the Tampa Bay area, boosting property sales and attracting significant tourism. The surrounding residential development has set a new standard for community living, with the lagoon serving as the centerpiece.

  • Lago Mar – Texas City, Texas:

Lago Mar, in Texas, is an 11.49-acre lagoon powered by Crystal Lagoons® technology. It features white sand beaches, a swim-up bar, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, and a floating obstacle course. It has quickly become a popular destination for locals and tourists, providing a unique waterfront experience in an area that lacks natural bodies of water. 

  • Sunterra – Katy, Texas:

Sunterra is the #1 selling master-planned community in Texas based on 2023 rankings from RCLCO Real Estate Consulting. To top it off, RCLCO released its list of the nation’s 50 top-selling master-planned communities, with Sunterra ranking No. 3 and builders reporting 1,293 sales, a 63% year-over-year increase. The 1,039-acre master-planned community is located in the heart of Katy and invites residents to shop, dine, and play as a launch pad for family adventures.

The centerpiece of this community is the turquoise lagoon powered by Crystal Lagoons® technology, where white-sand beaches and turquoise waters set the stage for daily leisure. Sunterra’s crystalline lagoon anchors an impressive amenity village, providing endless opportunities for kayaking, swimming, stand-up paddleboarding, or simply unwinding on the sandy shores.

  • Evermore Orlando Resort – Orlando, Florida:

Evermore Orlando Resort redefines luxury vacationing with development near Disney World, featuring diverse accommodations like refined hotel suites, eleven-bedroom vacation homes, and a Conrad hotel. The highlight is the 7.78-acre crystalline lagoon powered by Crystal Lagoons® technology, surrounded by two beaches and a clubhouse. Guests enjoy various activities, from watersports and outdoor movies to Bayside Picnics and dining at 12 unique venues. Golfers can also access the Grand Cypress Golf Course, a Jack Nicklaus signature design, within the resort.

  • Mirada – San Antonio, Florida:

Mirada, located in San Antonio, Florida, is home to a massive 14.9-acre Crystal Lagoon, the largest man-made lagoon in the U.S. The lagoon, surrounded by white sand beaches, offers residents and visitors the opportunity to enjoy various water sports, including kayaking, paddleboarding, and swimming. Since its opening, the Mirada project has transformed the local real estate market, creating a unique lifestyle experience that blends the best of Florida’s natural beauty with world-class amenities.

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Benefits of Crystal Lagoons for U.S. Communities

Crystal Lagoons’ projects offer multiple benefits for communities, developers, and local economies:

  • Enhanced Real Estate Value: Properties near Crystal Lagoons tend to see an increase in value and sales speed due to their unique recreational appeal. They are a differentiator in a competitive market, making them highly attractive to developers.
  • Increased Tourism and Economic Activity: Crystal Lagoons serve as tourist magnets, drawing visitors from surrounding areas and internationally. This influx boosts local businesses, from hotels and restaurants to retail outlets, thereby driving economic development.
  • Sustainable Technology: Crystal Lagoons® technology is designed to be environmentally friendly, using fewer chemicals and energy than conventional swimming pools. They also provide a water-efficient alternative to traditional recreational spaces, supporting sustainability goals.
  • Community Development: These lagoons offer a wide range of activities, such as swimming, kayaking, paddleboarding, and beach sports, promoting active and healthy lifestyles. They also become community hubs, bringing people together and fostering social connections.

Future Expansion

The success of Crystal Lagoons projects is evident in their rapid expansion across the U.S., where they continue to redefine the concept of luxury living. By introducing the innovative Public Access Lagoons®, also known as PAL® developments, the company has tapped into new markets, drawing attention to the possibilities of creating vibrant social hubs in residential and commercial settings. This unique concept has proven to increase property value, boost sales velocity, and enhance the overall appeal of developments, particularly in areas far from the coast.

PAL® projects allow access to the general public through ticket sales and have sparked interest among investors and developers. They are also designed to be year-round attractions, creating a steady revenue stream and further solidifying Crystal Lagoons presence in the U.S. market.

With almost 20 years of expertise and a strong foothold in the U.S., Crystal Lagoons is poised for continued growth and influence. Its sustainable lagoon technology is shaping the future of Real Estate and recreation sectors by introducing a unique, sustainable, and highly desirable amenity. Through innovative technology and a focus on both private and public projects, Crystal Lagoons has successfully created a new standard for living and leisure, making its lagoons a key feature in modern community planning and development.

 

 

Want to know more about the meeting point of the 21st century?​

Contact us and discover how Crystal Lagoons can transform your city.

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Crystal Lagoons: Transforming Real Estate and Recreation Across the U.S.

Crystal Lagoons has revolutionized recreational and real estate spaces worldwide. Known for its patented technology that creates sustainable, man-made crystalline lagoons, Crystal Lagoons has significantly impacted the U.S. market, transforming how communities live, work, and play. 

Multiple projects featuring its unique crystalline lagoons ranked among the country’s top-selling developments. Properties such as Sunterra in Texas, Mirada in Florida, and Windsong Ranch in Texas have surged in popularity due to the inclusion of Crystal Lagoons® amenities, which offer resort-style living with expansive, swimmable lagoons. These projects cater to the increasing demand for recreational spaces, particularly in urban areas, where residents traditionally seek lifestyle benefits found in waterfront locations.

What is Crystal Lagoons?

Crystal Lagoons developed a technology that allows the creation and maintenance of large bodies of crystal-clear water at a low cost. These lagoons use significantly less water than a park of the same size and consume 100 times fewer chemicals than a traditional swimming pool. Their innovative technology also allows them to operate with minimal energy, using an ultrasonic filtration system that ensures the water remains pristine with low environmental impact.

Growth and Expansion in the U.S. Market

Crystal Lagoons entered the U.S. market and has experienced rapid growth. The appeal of these lagoons lies in their ability to create a unique amenity that enhances property value, attracts visitors, and boosts economic development in the surrounding area. Today, Crystal Lagoons has multiple projects in different stages of development across the United States, making it a key player in the country’s real estate and tourism sectors.

Key Success Stories in the U.S.

  • Epperson Lagoon – Wesley Chapel, Florida: 

The Epperson Lagoon in Wesley Chapel, Florida, was the first Crystal Lagoons project to open in the U.S. This 7.36-acre lagoon features clear turquoise waters, sandy beaches, water slides, kayaking, paddleboarding, and an inflatable obstacle course. Since its opening in 2018, the Epperson Lagoon has become a central attraction in the Tampa Bay area, boosting property sales and attracting significant tourism. The surrounding residential development has set a new standard for community living, with the lagoon serving as the centerpiece.

  • Lago Mar – Texas City, Texas:

Lago Mar, in Texas, is an 11.49-acre lagoon powered by Crystal Lagoons® technology. It features white sand beaches, a swim-up bar, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, and a floating obstacle course. It has quickly become a popular destination for locals and tourists, providing a unique waterfront experience in an area that lacks natural bodies of water. 

  • Sunterra – Katy, Texas:

Sunterra is the #1 selling master-planned community in Texas based on 2023 rankings from RCLCO Real Estate Consulting. To top it off, RCLCO released its list of the nation’s 50 top-selling master-planned communities, with Sunterra ranking No. 3 and builders reporting 1,293 sales, a 63% year-over-year increase. The 1,039-acre master-planned community is located in the heart of Katy and invites residents to shop, dine, and play as a launch pad for family adventures.

The centerpiece of this community is the turquoise lagoon powered by Crystal Lagoons® technology, where white-sand beaches and turquoise waters set the stage for daily leisure. Sunterra’s crystalline lagoon anchors an impressive amenity village, providing endless opportunities for kayaking, swimming, stand-up paddleboarding, or simply unwinding on the sandy shores.

  • Evermore Orlando Resort – Orlando, Florida:

Evermore Orlando Resort redefines luxury vacationing with development near Disney World, featuring diverse accommodations like refined hotel suites, eleven-bedroom vacation homes, and a Conrad hotel. The highlight is the 7.78-acre crystalline lagoon powered by Crystal Lagoons® technology, surrounded by two beaches and a clubhouse. Guests enjoy various activities, from watersports and outdoor movies to Bayside Picnics and dining at 12 unique venues. Golfers can also access the Grand Cypress Golf Course, a Jack Nicklaus signature design, within the resort.

  • Mirada – San Antonio, Florida:

Mirada, located in San Antonio, Florida, is home to a massive 14.9-acre Crystal Lagoon, the largest man-made lagoon in the U.S. The lagoon, surrounded by white sand beaches, offers residents and visitors the opportunity to enjoy various water sports, including kayaking, paddleboarding, and swimming. Since its opening, the Mirada project has transformed the local real estate market, creating a unique lifestyle experience that blends the best of Florida’s natural beauty with world-class amenities.

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Benefits of Crystal Lagoons for U.S. Communities

Crystal Lagoons’ projects offer multiple benefits for communities, developers, and local economies:

  • Enhanced Real Estate Value: Properties near Crystal Lagoons tend to see an increase in value and sales speed due to their unique recreational appeal. They are a differentiator in a competitive market, making them highly attractive to developers.
  • Increased Tourism and Economic Activity: Crystal Lagoons serve as tourist magnets, drawing visitors from surrounding areas and internationally. This influx boosts local businesses, from hotels and restaurants to retail outlets, thereby driving economic development.
  • Sustainable Technology: Crystal Lagoons® technology is designed to be environmentally friendly, using fewer chemicals and energy than conventional swimming pools. They also provide a water-efficient alternative to traditional recreational spaces, supporting sustainability goals.
  • Community Development: These lagoons offer a wide range of activities, such as swimming, kayaking, paddleboarding, and beach sports, promoting active and healthy lifestyles. They also become community hubs, bringing people together and fostering social connections.

Future Expansion

The success of Crystal Lagoons projects is evident in their rapid expansion across the U.S., where they continue to redefine the concept of luxury living. By introducing the innovative Public Access Lagoons®, also known as PAL® developments, the company has tapped into new markets, drawing attention to the possibilities of creating vibrant social hubs in residential and commercial settings. This unique concept has proven to increase property value, boost sales velocity, and enhance the overall appeal of developments, particularly in areas far from the coast.

PAL® projects allow access to the general public through ticket sales and have sparked interest among investors and developers. They are also designed to be year-round attractions, creating a steady revenue stream and further solidifying Crystal Lagoons presence in the U.S. market.

With almost 20 years of expertise and a strong foothold in the U.S., Crystal Lagoons is poised for continued growth and influence. Its sustainable lagoon technology is shaping the future of Real Estate and recreation sectors by introducing a unique, sustainable, and highly desirable amenity. Through innovative technology and a focus on both private and public projects, Crystal Lagoons has successfully created a new standard for living and leisure, making its lagoons a key feature in modern community planning and development.

 

 

Want to know more about the meeting point of the 21st century?​

Contact us and discover how Crystal Lagoons can transform your city.

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Crystal Lagoons Opens New PAL® Project in Texas, Angel Lagoon

Crystal Lagoons opened a new Public Access Lagoons® project, also known as a PAL® complex, in Texas. Angel Lagoon, located in Dayton, has been described by international media as a “paradise just 40 minutes from Houston”. This development features a monumental crystalline lagoon, suitable for swimming and water sports, as its main attraction, with Crystal Lagoons® technology.

This sizeable turquoise body of water, surrounded by white sandy beaches, includes a water park with inflatable slides and allows for various activities such as swimming, kayaking, paddleboarding, sailing, windsurfing, and kitesurfing. Additionally, it will host live shows and concerts, transforming the recreational landscape of East Texas.

PAL® projects, accessible to anyone through a ticket, bring the idyllic beach lifestyle just steps away from homes in the middle of the city. They offer event spaces with unparalleled scenic beauty, thanks to their large crystalline lagoon that lights up at night, creating a magical atmosphere and extensive infrastructure with terraces, amphitheaters, domes, commercial spaces, and entertainment areas. 

These artificial lagoons provide a unique tropical beach-style experience in the city’s heart, ideal for relaxation and fun in an environment that until now did not exist in the cities.
The United States is the primary global market for Crystal Lagoons, with over 275 projects in various development and negotiation stages. Texas, in particular, boasts over 70 complexes, including notable successes like Lago Mar, Balmoral, Windsong Ranch, Sunterra, and Sierra Vista. 

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Crystal Lagoons Opens New PAL® Project in Texas, Angel Lagoon

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