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There's a special place in the human experience for family aquatic centers. They walk the thinnest of lines -- meant to bring communities together in a way that is fun for all ages, while offering a venue for learning, training and enhancing the water safety of the community, all while presenting an attractive and engaging environment.

This year, four such venues are honored in this year's AI Dream Designs special issue. Click below to learn about them.