What Makes the Water Journey™ Collection Unique?
Vortex’s Water Journey™ collection reimagines the Splashpad® experience by creating aquatic environments that go beyond traditional water play. This line introduces a nature-inspired, interactive, and inclusive approach, designed to let children manipulate their surroundings just as they would in the natural world.
Inspired by Nature
What truly sets Water Journey™ apart is its deep connection to nature. Unlike conventional splash play structures, this collection closely mimics the natural elements kids love, waterfalls, mountain shapes, streams, and rivers. The Pico and Alto products channel water in ways that replicate real waterways.
This design offers sensations comparable to natural aquatic environments: varied sounds, rich textures, and shimmering reflections that engage all the senses.
Six Unique Play Products for Modular Experiences
The Water Journey™ collection features six distinct ground-level play components, each inviting children to shape and explore their environment in a naturalistic way.
These elements can be installed as stand-alone features or combined to create fully integrated experiences tailored to any space. This modularity offers significant flexibility for aquatic designers, allowing them to adapt installations to available space and specific project goals.
The Race module perfectly embodies this concept: inspired by flowing streams and sandy shores, it features two parallel channels that spark friendly competition through lifelike water currents and jets. The Labyrinth offers a one-of-a-kind discovery and exploration experience.
A Natural Splashpad® Experience with Innovative Design
One of Water Journey™’s standout features is its ground-level integration into the Splashpad® ecosystem. Its zero-depth design ensures optimal safety while making the play area accessible to children of all ages and abilities.
This inclusive approach allows families to enjoy water play together, promoting multigenerational interaction and creating an environment where everyone can fully participate.
Interactive and Immersive Play
What makes Water Journey™ truly engaging is its emphasis on interactivity. Children can change the flow of water by engaging with rock-like surfaces and interactive features, giving them direct control over their play experience.
This active involvement encourages creativity, improves fine motor skills, and sparks experimentation, turning every visit into a new and personalized adventure.
Technical Excellence and Long-Term Durability
Beneath the colorful, inviting exterior of Water Journey™ lies advanced engineering. Each unit is crafted from durable materials like GFRC (Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete), HDPE, and soft-touch polymers, with internal stainless steel structures ensuring long-term strength and resilience.
Every installation includes sustainable water management systems, underscoring Vortex’s commitment to environmental responsibility. The collection balances exceptional performance with ecological mindfulness.
International Recognition
Water Journey™ received four International Design Awards (IDA) in 2019, solidifying its position as a breakthrough innovation in the aquatic play industry. This recognition highlights Vortex’s dedication to design excellence and user-centered experiences at the core of every project.