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Upon completion of this course, the Learner should be able to:
- Explain how a integrative process approach to water feature design can help meet sustainable design goals.
- Describe the psychological benefits of being near water.
- Discuss water conservation strategies involving common types of alternate source water options.
- Summarize design considerations for optimizing water feature spaces.
- Define the various energy-conserving technologies that are available, including smart controls, timer systems, and air-driven fountain effects.
Approximately 1 hour. Delivered online, at your own pace.
Presented by Robert Mikula – OALA, CSLA on behalf of Crystal Fountains. View the Privacy Policy .
Presenter Information

Name: Robert Mikula – OALA, CSLA
Title: Creative Director , Crystal Fountains
Background: Robert Mikula is a Creative Director at Crystal Fountains, a leading international water feature specialist. His career as a fountain designer has focused on a wide array of high profile international commercial water feature projects. Robert&s over 20 years of experience in master planning, detailed design and project management within the profession of landscape architecture have shaped his approach to fountain design. Robert has been featured as a guest instructor for several water feature educational programs. He enjoys sharing knowledge with the next generation of university students and has contributed to magazine articles within the profession. Robert has also overseen the design of water effects, architectural water flows, water feature architecture, water illumination and specialist system designs.