Consistently ranked as one of the top 40 universities worldwide, The University Of British Columbia offers a unique blend of knowledge and nature. The main campus combines picturesque scenery with state of the art facilities and beautifully landscaped grounds. As part of its “Place and Promise” initiatives, the university has recently invested in an infrastructure upgrade that includes 2 new fountains that employ sustainable design techniques.
The central feature at the intersection of University Boulevard contains 3 curved manifolds with 39 of Crystal’s cascade jets with corresponding LED020 lights. The water feature mimics the ebb and flow of university life by activating its jets only for the 10 minute breaks between classes. Energy is also conserved at night when the fountain converts to a mist effect.
The smaller step cascade feature ties into the stormwater management system used by UBC. Stormwater is collected by the fountain and then biofiltered before being stored in an underground cistern. The water is then slowly released into the environment, reducing water volume and erosion. The fountain also includes Crystal misting jets and energy efficient LED technology.
