The 2026 SPASA Awards of Excellence ACT Gala was a fantastic celebration of the Territory's finest pool and spa projects, with gold winners, highly commended entries, and proud nominees coming together to recognise excellence across the industry. The evening highlighted the innovation, skill, and commitment that make the ACT pool and spa sector truly exceptional.
"Congratulations to our ACT awards of excellence winners for 2026 and to Leader Pools for taking home the Business of the Year award. The winning entrants each showcase the pool and spa industry in the nation’s capital as the best of the best. Well done and thank you to all our finalists for sharing your efforts over the last year and delivering such high-quality projects, services and products. All the best as you progress to compete at the Australasian Awards in August at Splash!26. We look forward to celebrating with you there.” SPASA CEO, Kristin Brookfield.
The Imperial Edge is more than just a pool; it’s a beautifully balanced extension of the home’s architecture. With its crisp lines, tiered water features, and smart, modern finishes, it offers a sense of calm sophistication from every angle. Designed to mirror the home’s grandeur while delivering an effortless outdoor experience, this pool blends form and function with grace. From its precision-poured structure to its integrated technology, it’s a striking example of how concrete pool design can deliver both strength and stunning visual impact.
The MBA award‑winning home was recognised as a “Masterpiece” for its exceptional attention to detail, meticulous planning, and superior finishes. Our team carried that same standard of excellence into the pool construction, applying meticulous set‑out, precise structural alignment, and superior finishing to ensure the pool matched the home’s award‑winning quality - delivering exacting tolerances, refined detailing, and uncompromising workmanship throughout, supported by well‑planned sequencing and carefully managed construction practices. - Leader Pools
The pool and spa combine sleek fibreglass construction with silver travertine accents and bubbling water features, creating a tranquil and inviting backyard escape.
This project stands apart through its integration of advanced water features, architectural detailing, and smart automation. Bubbler water features bring movement and atmosphere between the pool and spa, while deck jets create elegant arcs of water that add visual impact and ambient sound. A dedicated overflow feature allows water to spill seamlessly from the spa into the pool, strengthening the visual connection between the two zones. - Capital Fibreglass Pools
This elevated pool creates a luxurious, functional entertaining zone with seamless access from the home. Mosaic waterline tiles and Eco decking deliver a high-end, striking finish, while thoughtful positioning and materials enhance safety, usability, and flow. The result is a visually stunning, sophisticated backyard that blends naturally with the home and outdoor spaces.
This project stands out for its luxurious and thoughtfully detailed features. The mosaic waterline tiles wrap from inside the pool over the edge and down 300mm along the exterior, creating a striking and high end aesthetic that immediately elevates the overall design. The use of Eco decking around the pool not only provides a sustainable and durable surface but also adds a unique texture and visual warmth, seamlessly connecting the pool to the surrounding outdoor space. Together, these elements create a sophisticated, distinctive, and inviting pool environment that sets this project apart from typical designs. - Capital Fibreglass Pools
A truly impressive and unique indoor pool that creates a spectacular welcome as soon as you step inside this beautiful home. Showcasing outstanding craftsmanship, luxurious design, and bespoke finishes, this project is a standout example of excellence in swimming pool construction.
The project demonstrates exceptional workmanship across all stages and trades involved. The precision required to construct the pool within an enclosed, fully built structure is evident in the flawless alignment of the Bisazza glass mosaic interior, the seamless installation of the handcrafted Italian mosaic feature wall, and the meticulous detailing of the imported marble flooring surrounding the pool - Leader Pools
A stunning architectural statement — this pool and spa has been meticulously built, beautifully finished, and seamlessly integrated into the home’s modernist design; a bespoke creation whose outstanding workmanship and refined detailing make it both a true showpiece and a highly functional addition to the home.
The MBA award‑winning home was recognised as a “Masterpiece” for its exceptional attention to detail, meticulous planning, and superior finishes. Our team carried that same standard of excellence into the pool construction, applying meticulous set‑out, precise structural alignment, and superior finishing to ensure the pool matched the home’s award‑winning quality - delivering exacting tolerances, refined detailing, and uncompromising workmanship throughout, supported by well‑planned sequencing and carefully managed construction practices. - Leader Pools
