Cost: $1,400 per student
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Immerse yourself in the dynamic history of water in the built environment.
This two-day course with lecture and a tour in San Antonio explores how water has influenced architecture and civilization from ancient times to the present, with predictions for future trends. Perfect for those in the watershape industry, this course will provide valuable insights into the aesthetic and functional roles of water in architecture.
Fulfill a requirement for the Certified Watershape Designer (CWD) certification by completing this course.
Course Highlights
Engaging Lectures
12 hours of immersive lectures covering the history of water in architecture.
San Antonio Tour
Afternoon tour on Day 2 of San Antonio’s beautiful water features, led by Mike Nantz, leveraging his expertise with the Institute of Classical Architecture & Art (ICAA).
Expert Instructors
Learn from Don Gatzke, an AIA Fellow, and Mike Nantz, a renowned watershape designer.
Why Attend?
- Deepen your understanding of water’s role in architecture.
- Gain insights that can enhance your design projects.
- Fulfill a requirement for the Certified Watershape Designer (CWD) certification.
Water in Architecture is a lively, two-day immersion in the history of water within the human environment focused on understanding the subject useful to those in the watershape industry. See how water shaped the aesthetic and breathed life into structures. The course will span the globe from ancient civilizations to the present day and include predictions for the future.
- Discuss the importance of water in the built environment.
- Describe how water shaped civilization, the birth and growth of cities, and its influence on architecture throughout history.
- Review important water-related projects registrants should know about as an architect or landscape architect.
- Describe design lessons inherited from these historical places and projects and what it might predict for our future in the watershaping world.
Join this enriching workshop and take a step towards becoming a Certified Watershape Designer.
Be part of the future of watershape design!
Instructors
Donald F. Gatzke, FAIA
Unlock the secrets of architectural styles with Don Gatzke, FAIA, an esteemed architect and educator with over 40 years of experience in the profession. Don’s impressive career spans practice in Seattle, Alabama, Louisiana, and Texas, and influential teaching roles at Tuskegee University, Tulane University, and the University of Texas at Arlington.
Don served as Dean of Architecture at Tulane University from 1997 to 2004 and as Dean of the School of Architecture at UT Arlington from 2004 to 2014. Though he retired from the UTA faculty at the end of 2019, Don continues to practice architecture and engage in multiple academic projects, including his role as a faculty member at Watershape University.
Recognized for his extraordinary contributions to the profession, Don received the prestigious Edward Romieniec Award from the Texas Society of Architects in 2014 for his visionary leadership in architectural education. In 2018, he was inducted into the College of Fellows of the American Institute of Architects, a testament to his impact on the field.
Michael Nantz, ICAA
Mike Nantz, the visionary principal and founder of Elite Concepts, Inc., is an acclaimed international design/build firm specializing in refined watershapes. Based in Dallas, Texas since 1991, Elite Concepts has made its mark across 76 cities, 11 states, 2 territories, and 5 countries, showcasing the high demand for Mike’s exceptional work.
With a wealth of industry expertise, Mike is a sought-after consultant for architects, landscape architects, contractors, pool builders, and homeowners. His reputation extends to legal circles where he is frequently engaged as an expert witness.
Mike’s dedication to education is evident through his role as a Watershape University faculty member. He served as the University’s first Dean of Culture and is currently the Education Committee Chair. His passion for sharing knowledge has led him to lecture and instruct across the United States, Canada, and Europe on swimming pool design, construction, and business practices.
Don’t miss the opportunity to learn from a true industry leader. Register for Mike Nantz’s design course and elevate your expertise in watershape design and construction.
Earn WU Certification
Become a Certified Watershape Designer (CWD)
By taking this course (D2321), you are one step closer to earning the professional title of Certified Watershape Designer (CWD).
The CWD certifies sufficient knowledge necessary to professionally design basic pools, spas, and other watershapes.
Advance your career further
The CWD certification allows you to pursue these highly credentialed, globally recognized certificates.
Learn more about each:
