Over the years, Lew has written numerous articles on pool design and “negative edge” pools. He has written regular columns and feature articles for Pool and Spa News for years. His column “At the Competitive Edge,” addressed builders’ questions on complex construction issues such as hydraulics, design and structural integrity.

Here are some archives of articles by or about Lew Akins:

Waco Homeowner’s Pool / Wins design award	Aqua Magazine's "Spotlight" Article - Weekend Retreat	Making a Splash (2005)	APSP Certificate (2005)
No Boundaries - Pool Spa News (2004)	Pool & Spa News - The Vanishing Act (2003)	Vanishing Act (2003)	Containment with Vanishing Edge (2003)
Trickle Down Theory (2001)	Award Press Release (2000)	Builder / Architect Magasine (2000)	A Close Look At Waterlines (1998)
Towering Achievement (1998)	Austin Home & Living (1997)	Doing The Math (1997)	Of Rocks, Water and Tile (1997)
Between a Rock and a Custom Design (1996)	Pool & Spa News, A Command Performance Article	Picture Perfect