On top of the Fuksas building in Brescia, Preformati Italia has created a technologically advanced masterpiece of great beauty.
A transparent infinity pool graces the fifteenth floor of one of the most prestigious buildings in the “Leonessa d’Italia” (the Lioness of Italy), the Fuksas building in Brescia.
It is here, on the edge of the city’s historic center, that Preformati Italia has installed a stunning example of beauty and technology, where one can relax and enjoy truly breathtaking views: on one side, the dome of the Duomo Nuovo and the castle perched atop Cidneo Hill; on the other, the wooded slopes of Mount Maddalena.
A privileged observatory suspended between city and nature, commissioned by a client seeking to carve out a private Eden of their own. The pool is the work of designer Diana Bugatti, and perfectly expresses the expertise of the Vicenza-based company in a product showcasing cutting-edge technical innovation.
“The existing roof structure did not offer the necessary load-bearing capacity to support the pool and its components,” explains owner Enrico Puppi. “This led us to collaborate with a team of engineers to develop the most suitable solution.”
That solution involved constructing a steel platform elevated above the floor, supported solely by two lateral pillars. To meet the client’s aesthetic demands, the pool was further enhanced with a stoneware staircase, providing both elegant and functional access.
Above this platform, the pool was installed using Klimapool Floating, a patented construction system consisting of a self-supporting, floating structure made with high insulation materials and a stainless-steel supporting frame. The absence of anchors preserves the integrity of the underlying surface and any existing waterproofing typically found on terraces.
The result is a spectacular swimming pool, built in a single piece at the Preformati Italia production facility and transported to the rooftop of the Brescia building in just one morning with the aid of a crane. The access steps to the pool were also constructed using Klimapool technology, mirroring those inside, and further minimizing the overall weight of the installation.
One of the most striking features is the 70-millimeter-thick transparent acrylic wall, over which water flows with a one-meter drop into a collection channel, creating a sense of movement and dynamism. The light-colored stoneware cladding, used both inside and out, creates visual continuity and enhances the water’s clear, crystalline appearance.
The pool’s geometric profile and the symmetrical design of the two staircases are accentuated by a lighting system featuring RGB LED strips installed along the entire inner perimeter of the acrylic wall and beneath the steps. Equally advanced is the pool’s management system, fully integrated with the home automation system for convenient, intuitive remote control.
With this technology, it is possible to heat the water for use in the colder months or cool it for use in the warmer months. Once again, Klimapool proves to be a valuable ally in containing costs and reducing heat loss.
