Fountains : Designer Point Of View

I love fountains in the garden. Garden décor is not only one of the more fun aspects of landscape design, it can set the whole mood of your garden. A fountain can be a pivotal focal point. It will add the refreshing sound of water on hot summer days and can define a style theme. You can either slot it into the overall garden area to accent a special spot, or you can find a fountain you love and design your garden around it.

Don’t think you can’t have a fountain because you don’t have a lot space. There are all shapes and forms of fountains made of diverse materials that will fit on a tabletop as well as backyard, outdoor place , roof & inside home. Not only can these decorate a small outdoor space, but the right  fountain can find its way into a home, a small  or large apartment, or hang out with you on your desk top at work where the gentle cascade of water will help neutralize daily stress.

A garden fountain will draw the eye wherever you place it. Make it large for a bold statement and build seating around it or nearby. Or make it more gentle as an accompaniment to a dining area. Set a wall fountain against a dull wall to transform it into a piece of fine art. Integrate a fountain into a potted garden, a balcony or a patio where space is premium .

Fountains are both visual and audio. The sound of cascading water can calm nerves, wash away tension and even create white sound that will distract from neighboring noises – a great way to counter outdoor noise pollution that may be beyond your control.

Choose a garden fountain that blends with the style or theme of either your house or your garden — preferably both. Make sure your fountain is the right size; too big a fountain can look overpowering and oppressive while one that is too small might be overwhelmed by the rest of the landscape.