JASPER MUNICIPAL POOL NAMED DREAM DESIGN

JASPER - The Jasper Municipal Pool, designed by Hafer and aquatics consultant Counsilman-Hunsaker, has 

been named a 2026 Dream Design by Aquatics International. The annual award program celebrates extraordinary 

aquatics facilities and honors the design teams involved. The Jasper Municipal Pool was one of 10 projects 

recognized from around the world. 

The Jasper Municipal Pool opened in May 2025 and has recorded record attendance. Residents of all ages are 

enjoying the facility’s exciting amenities, including a zero-entry pool, splash area, small lap pool, ninja course, 

three slides and a current loop. The expansive pool deck offers ample room for sunbathing, shaded areas for 

relaxing, and a picnic area perfect for family outings.

The pool’s supporting facilities are also in full use, including a bathhouse with public changing rooms and 

showers, and an administrative area with a ticket counter, concession stand, offices and employee spaces. 

The Jasper Municipal Pool and other Dream Design honorees are featured in the July/August issue of Aquatics 

International Magazine. See the article here: https://tinyurl.com/4msc68hy.

In addition to architecture, Hafer also provided MEP engineering, interior design and landscape architecture 

services for the Jasper Municipal Pool.

Learn more about the project: https://tinyurl.com/2nzm77w7.

Photo credit: Black Pixel Studios

ABOUT HAFER: Since 1978, Hafer has created places with true purpose, impacting people’s lives through 

thoughtful, inspirational design. The firm is focused on designing what matters most, listening to clients, 

embracing their goals as its own and delivering results that make a positive impact. Hafer’s team of architects, 

engineers and interior designers is located across four offices in Carbondale, IL; Columbus, OH; Evansville, IN; and 

Owensboro, KY