Move at the pace of nature.
When designing water features, we consider the existing landscape architecture, ensuring the water feature complements and enhances the overall design.
Whether the client envisions a tranquil koi pond, a dramatic cascading waterfall, or a modern minimalist reflecting pool, our designers skillfully translate their vision into reality. Their expertise extends to a variety of water feature types, from bubbling fountains and trickling streams to larger, more complex ecosystems, ensuring each project is not only beautiful but also functional and sustainable.
Types of Water Features
Landscaping water features can add a touch of tranquility, elegance, or drama to any outdoor space. Here's a breakdown of some popular types:
Formal/Architectural
Fountains: Classic and versatile, fountains come in countless styles, from tiered and sculptural to modern and minimalist. They can be freestanding, wall-mounted, or integrated into ponds or pools.
Reflecting Pools: Calm and serene, reflecting pools create a mirror-like surface that reflects the surrounding landscape and sky. They're often used in formal gardens and contemporary designs.
Cascades: These features mimic natural waterfalls, with water flowing over a series of steps or rocks. They can be designed to be grand and dramatic or gentle and subtle.
Natural/Informal
Ponds: From small koi ponds to larger ecosystem ponds, these features create a natural habitat for fish, plants, and other wildlife. They can be designed to blend seamlessly with the surrounding landscape.🐟
Waterfalls: Whether cascading down a rocky cliff or gently trickling over stones, waterfalls add movement and sound to the garden. They can be incorporated into ponds, streams, or other water features.
Streams: Meandering through the landscape, streams create a natural and relaxing atmosphere. They can be fed by a pond, waterfall, or spring.
Bog Gardens: These unique gardens combine water plants with a moist, boggy environment. They're ideal for attracting wildlife and adding a natural touch to the landscape. 🐟
Modern/Contemporary
Water Walls: These vertical features create a sheet of flowing water that can be both visually stunning and soothing. They're often used in modern and minimalist designs.
Rain Curtains: Similar to water walls, rain curtains create a gentle cascade of water that can be used to define spaces or create a focal point.
Geometric Water Features: These features use clean lines, simple shapes, and modern materials to create a contemporary look. They can be fountains, reflecting pools, or other types of water features.
Bubbler Rocks: A type of water feature that creates a gentle, bubbling flow of water from a large rock or boulder. They're a popular choice for adding a natural and soothing element to landscapes, gardens, and even indoor spaces.
Other Considerations
Container Water Gardens: Perfect for small spaces, container water gardens can be created in pots, barrels, or other containers. They're a great way to add a touch of water to a patio or balcony.
Disappearing Fountains: These fountains appear to have no visible water source, creating a magical and intriguing effect.
Swimming Ponds: A hybrid between a swimming pool and a natural pond, swimming ponds offer a more eco-friendly and aesthetically pleasing way to enjoy a swim.🐟
🐟 A note on natural water features:
Natural water features, like ponds and streams, require a different maintenance approach than non-natural ones like fountains, focusing on ecological balance and the needs of aquatic life rather than just mechanical cleaning. While Sam’s is pretty hands-on with the maintenance of traditional features, fish isn’t exactly our area of expertise. Unless we’re talking sport fishing.