Nemours Reflecting Pool Restoration
Opened to the public in 1977, the Nemours Estate is home to the one-acre reflecting pool, which was restored to its original glory during this project.
Project Stats
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OwnerNemours Foundation
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LocationWilmington, DE
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Project TypeCM w/ a GMP
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Design ProfessionalRobinson Anderson Summers & Materials Conservation Co.
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MarketCultural
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Square Footage43,560
The Nemours Reflecting Pool project included a renovation to the pool basin, fountain, and surrounding sculptures and stonework. The fountain features were restored to their original glory, while a new basin and updated pumps/piping allow the fountain system to operate more efficiently. All existing stonework was restored on-site and treated to better withstand exposure to the natural elements. The one-acre reflecting pool, located at the historic Nemours Estate in Wilmington, DE, has 157 jets and holds 800,000 gallons of water.
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Opened to the public in 1977, the Nemours Estate is home to the one-acre reflecting pool, which was restored to its original glory during this project.