--- title: "California Waterscapes — Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/california-waterscapes-pfvwus-pf~58849362 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~58849362.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "California Waterscapes" category: ["Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/1353a0db0ec375c9_6617-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "8309 Tujunga Ave., Ste. 102, Sun Valley, California 91352, United States" latitude: 34.2209 longitude: -118.3699 phone: "(818) 252-0098" website: http://www.californiawaterscapes.com rating: 4 review_count: 5 best_of_houzz_awards: 2 followers: 125 last_updated: 2026-09-02 --- # California Waterscapes Original Houzz profile: [California Waterscapes](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/california-waterscapes-pfvwus-pf~58849362) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers - **Location:** Sun Valley, CA - **Serves:** Los Angeles, Bel Air, Brentwood Los Angeles, Hollywood, Santa Clarita, North Glendale, Glendale, Pasadena, Van Nuys, Ventura, Burbank, Universal City, Alhambra, North Hollywood, Northridge, San Clemente, Encino, Granada Hills, Sherman Oaks, Altadena, San Gabriel, Studio City, Tarzana, Porter Ranch, West Hollywood, Beverly Hills, South Pasadena, San Fernando, Pacific Palisades, La Canada Flintridge, La Crescenta-Montrose, San Marino, Lake Balboa, North Hills, Sylmar, Malibu, East Pasadena, Mission Hills, La Crescenta, Montrose, Pacoima, Panorama City, Reseda, Sun Valley, Sunland, Toluca Lake, Tujunga, Valley Village - **Houzz rating:** 4.0 out of 5 (5 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2012–2019), for Service, Design. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Recommended on Houzz - 25,000 Ideabook Saves California Waterscapes is Los Angeles and Southern California’s largest Pond Contractor, specializing in Pond Design and Pond Installation. We have over 19 years experience installing thousands of water features across So Cal, and even more being top contractors in the business! We specialize in one-of-a-kind ponds, koi ponds, pondless waterfalls, streams, fountains, water walls, fire fountains and really anything you can dream up with water involved. Every water features is designed to be low maintenance and 100% eco-friendly. No matter the size or scope of your project, we say “challenge accepted” and go to work on creating your vision! We are experts when it comes to Aquascape Inc. Ponds and Methods of Installing. Making sure our projects are built safely, correctly and following all of California’s regulations is a big priority for us. We’re fully certified contractors, licensed and FULLY insured, including workers compensation. All of our crews are employed by us, so you can be sure they’re fully trained to meet the highest standards in pond construction and installation. ### Services Provided - Custom Water Features - Pond Construction - Aquascape Ponds - Ecosystem Ponds - Fountains - Furniture - Koi Ponds - Natural Pool - Pondless Waterfall - Streams - Swim Ponds - Water Garden - Water Gardens - Water Walls ### Areas Served - Los Angeles - Bel Air - Brentwood Los Angeles - Hollywood - Santa Clarita - North Glendale - Glendale - Pasadena - Van Nuys - Ventura - Burbank - Universal City - Alhambra - North Hollywood - Northridge - San Clemente - Encino - Granada Hills - Sherman Oaks - Altadena - San Gabriel - Studio City - Tarzana - Porter Ranch - West Hollywood - Beverly Hills - South Pasadena - San Fernando - Pacific Palisades - La Canada Flintridge - La Crescenta-Montrose - San Marino - Lake Balboa - North Hills - Sylmar - Malibu - East Pasadena - Mission Hills - La Crescenta - Montrose - Pacoima - Panorama City - Reseda - Sun Valley - Sunland - Toluca Lake - Tujunga - Valley Village ### Typical Job Cost $5,500 - 8,500 Urn Fountains $2000-$3000+ Small Ponds $5,000-$8,500 Medium Ponds $8,500 - $14,000 Large Ponds $15,000 - $25,000+ ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | California Waterscapes | | Address | 8309 Tujunga Ave., Ste. 102, Sun Valley, California 91352, United States | | Phone | (818) 252-0098 | | Website | http://www.californiawaterscapes.com | | License Number | 715731 | | Followers on Houzz | 125 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/CaliforniaWaterscapes/ - X (Twitter) — https://twitter.com/CWaterscape - Blog — https://www.californiawaterscapes.com/ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [California Waterscapes](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/california-waterscapes-pfvwus-pf~58849362) - **Website:** http://www.californiawaterscapes.com - **Phone:** (818) 252-0098 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - We built Logan Paul his dream pond as well as Pasadena Showcase House of Design, Pond Stars & Tanked with ATM & Aquascape on Animal Planet, Modern Marvels – The History Channel, Extreme Makeover – Home Edition – ABC, Fish Tank Kings – Nat Geo Wild. - **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2012–2019), for Service, Design. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 4.0 out of 5 — 5 reviews** ### All 5 reviews **★★★★★ — Alyosha Petrosyan, Nov. 2021** > Chad, I would like to express my appreciation to you and your entire team at California Waterscapes for the amazing job you have done installing a natural pond and a waterfall in my back yard. > Special thanks to Craig the job supervisor who went above and beyond to deliver 100% satisfaction to a picky and perfectionist customer such as myself. You guys exceeded all my expectations. > Thank you!! **★ — Brian F, Sept. 2019** > They were very rude to me their showroom, and kept giving me wrong information and pushing their brand products (food, auto-fill..Etc!) > The employees just want to make a sale, they have no knowledge of fish/plants, and pond care! Their pictures and "celebrity" endorsements don't cut it for me, their lack of incompetence and integrity speaks for itself. **Comment from California Waterscapes:** > Hi Brian, I am so sorry you had this experience, we recently let our retail employee go which I believe was the person who helped you. I have just asked the warehouse manager he doesn't know of a Brian being in the showroom anytime recently. The person that was let go was very new and she might not have known the data you were requesting, but I am sorry you felt pressured into any one of our products because that isn't the culture we teach here at our business. > > If you would like to call in, I would be happy to help you, I am the office manager and I take pride in knowing ponds, fish and plant care to the fullest and do extensive research, take courses etc. to ensure I do know this knowledge. Please call us back at (818) 252-0098 or stop by and I will be sure to make it right with you. I am happy to help you find the right product even if its not sold by our company I can point you in the right direction. > > Dominique - Office Manager **★★★★★ — Lindsey Nicolson, April 2018** > I've always dreamed of having a beautiful stream in my backyard where I can have an area to sit and escape to and also still see and hear it from my house. My backyard is pretty small but Chad was able to problem solve and give me exactly what I wanted without compromising much of the greenery that was already there. He also allowed me to make sure the design was absolutely perfect and according to my vision. We were able to install the 10 foot stream exactly where I wanted it. Thank you to all the office staff for being extremely helpful and knowledgeable as well. I now have the garden of my dreams! **★★★★★ — Justin Kase, Jan. 2018** > I do a lot of research and I am really picky when it comes to design. I didn't want something cutesy, I wanted a clean and high-end pond, if you will, that would compliment my modern Japanese garden and home. I felt confident that Chad listened attentively during our first appointment, that he knew what he was doing and could deliver what I wanted. The crew was fast, in and out in 3 days including cleaning everything up, so by the end it didn't look like I had 5 man construction crew in my yard the day before. Lance even checked back in on me and my koi a week later to make sure they were adjusting well and the pond ecosystem was doing what it was meant to be doing. Thank you again Chad, it was a pleasure working with you, Lance, Rafael and the crew. I couldn't be happier with my koi pond. **Comment from California Waterscapes:** > Thank you Justin! It was a pleasure working with you. We really loved helping you create your dream backyard and look forward to any future projects together! **★★★★ — User, July 2013** > Recommended to a Client who I just sold a home to who wanted something unique as a water feature for their home as well as for their numerous dogs to be able to enjoy. ## Selected projects - [Westridge Calabasas Community Waterfalls](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/westridge-calabasas-community-waterfalls-pj-vj~4052459) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 7 - [Dream Home Pond](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/dream-home-pond-pj-vj~2875716) - Location: Los Angeles, CA - Photos: 16 - Description: We teamed up with over 30 Aquascape Contractors to build the most stunning Koi pond in this YouTube stars “zen garden”. We couldn’t be happier with how it turned out and hosting all of these amazing contractors! Our specialty has always been water features, ponds and waterfall/streams. There is an art to creating a natural looking stream with a slope not too high in a flat backyard such as this. The use of rock is very important, of course all natural rock is different, so choosing the right sur… - [Pasadena Showcase House of Design 2017 - Water Table and Stream](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/pasadena-showcase-house-of-design-2017-water-table-and-stream-pj-vj~2877859) - Location: Pasadena, CA - Photos: 24 - Description: Our designers teamed up to create an outdoor living space for the annual Pasadena Showcase House of Design home. Our focus was to create an outdoor living space that best utilized the area transitioning to the pool, while maintaining a water-wise/drought tolerant landscape. We incorporated our hand cast succulent water table, a pondless stream, synthetic turf, a fully paved patio with our famous Belgard paving stones, high-end outdoor furniture, a custom pergola and even a dry creek bed to tie e… - [Nancy Cartwright's (Voice of Bart Simpson) Koi Pond!](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/nancy-cartwright-s-voice-of-bart-simpson-koi-pond-pj-vj~2883095) - Location: Los Angeles, CA - Photos: 1 - Description: We built Nancy this pond in 2008! It is time for an upgrade and Nancy is giving us the opportunity to show off our expertise once again for 2018 spring. Construction is starting Feb 2018 - stay tuned for updates! - [Cesar Millan's Desert Oasis](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/cesar-millan-s-desert-oasis-pj-vj~2877477) - Location: Santa Clarita, CA - Photos: 13 - Description: Cesar Millan invites us along with the Fish Tank Kings to his doggy rehabilitation center in Santa Clarita California. His vision was to create an oasis in the desert, Cesar explains “where people are going to come from all over the world and find themselves and be in tune with themselves. A water pond is the serenity, it’s the calmness, it’s the sound, it’s the feeling of water.” Our team came up with the design and incorporated the “yin yang” symbol, with half of it being the pond, the other h… - [William Shatner's Home Oasis](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/william-shatner-s-home-oasis-pj-vj~2887815) - Location: Los Angeles, CA - Photos: 9 - Description: William called in the Pro’s to get this job done right. He had an existing pond that needed some serious TLC! We took apart his pond and stream, completely redesigning the stream, waterfall and full natural rock lining and bottom of the pond. We turned this old style looking pond into something that looks like it existed in nature! William absolutely loved his new oasis and had imported some amazing koi fish straight from Japan. - [Drought Tolerant Koi Pond and Landscaped Backyard!](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/drought-tolerant-koi-pond-and-landscaped-backyard-pj-vj~2883140) - Location: Los Angeles, CA - Photos: 17 - Description: Can you believe that this pond uses less water than the lawn that stood before it?! Well believe it! This gorgeous pond, waterfall and landscape actually uses less water than that old lawn! Here’s a project where the client traded in their old ugly lawn for a beautiful pond, waterfall and low maintenance stunning succulents and drought tolerant landscape with synthetic turf. Not only does the client use a fraction of the water since the renovation, it is now super low maintenance! This is the fa… - [Estate Pond and Waterfalls](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/estate-pond-and-waterfalls-pj-vj~2864431) - Location: La Cañada Flintridge, CA - Photos: 9 - Description: This large scale pond was the finishing touch to this gorgeous estate. This homeowner wanted to best utilize their space, so we built them a larger focal point stretching across their lower level backyard. - [Stream With Bubbling Urn Fountains](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/stream-with-bubbling-urn-fountains-pj-vj~2873611) - Location: Pasadena, CA - Photos: 10 - Description: The more water features the better! This wandering 35 foot long stream and pond project started as just that. But soon after it was completed, the homeowner added on 4 more bubbling urns along the stream. The water features people get the most enjoyment from, are those they can truly interact with. Creating stepping stone pathways and large boulders for both kids and adults to explore is always a creative way to ensure the water feature is enjoyed and appreciated for many years! - [Koi Fish Pond With a View!](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/koi-fish-pond-with-a-view-pj-vj~2883080) - Location: La Cañada Flintridge, CA - Photos: 12 - Description: Enchanted Koi Garden. This project is especially unique! This homeowner just bought a home in So Cal and were moving from Nor Cal very shortly. They had an issue that needed solving. Not only did they need a Koi pond built for their new home in So Cal, but needed some help transporting their beloved family Koi fish too! We took this challenge on by building them an oasis both their Koi and their family will enjoy, but also driving up ourselves and ensuring their Koi made it here safe and sound. - [Pasadena Showcase House of Design 2012 - Succulent Water Table](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/pasadena-showcase-house-of-design-2012-succulent-water-table-pj-vj~2877826) - Location: Pasadena, CA - Photos: 7 - Description: One of our one-of-a-kind hand cast water tables. With a gorgeous stain and natural rock seating, this table stands out beyond any other table you can find. But, to top it off, we actually carved out a stream flowing right through it. Succulents are planted along side the stream. - [Large Scale Pond for Shopping Plaza Entrance](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/large-scale-pond-for-shopping-plaza-entrance-pj-vj~2873571) - Location: Calabasas, CA - Photos: 14 - Description: Creating something to look natural in an unnatural environment can be extremely challenging. Our design team took on the challenges of building this pond in a concrete courtyard full force and the result was absolutely breath taking. We were able to create a large-scale pond with dimension, adding rock and boulders to build up a waterfall and we dug down deep enough to incorporate a koi fish friendly habitat. And of course, keeping in mind a large enough waterfall that the water flow was still s… - [Secret Garden Waterfalls](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/secret-garden-waterfalls-pj-vj~2875824) - Location: Glendale, CA - Photos: 7 - Description: Our client’s property had been challenging to utilize properly. Their home was built on a very steep hillside and 50% of their backyard was almost unusable to entertain in. He is very passionate about nature and wanted something built that embraced the hillside instead of fighting it. We successfully turned this dream into a reality with a huge 40’ waterfall cascading down to the lower level of his yard, hidden away and only accessible by hand placed natural rock stairs down to his “secret garde… - [Fire Pit and Waterfalls](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/fire-pit-and-waterfalls-pj-vj~2879619) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 4 - Description: California Waterscapes worked together with Pacific Outdoor Living (pool contractor) to create a design that incorporated the pool shape with our Fire Pit. We also built a natural waterfall that flows straight into the pool giving a rustic and outdoorsy twist on their modern home. This stunning seating area is perfect for entertaining year round! - [Pool and Pond Duo](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/pool-and-pond-duo-pj-vj~2873535) - Location: Pasadena, CA - Photos: 9 - Description: Created for the Pasadena Showcase House of Design, partnering with Pacific Outdoor Living we took on the pond while they took on the pool. The goal was to create a water feature with the illusion of the pond flowing into the pool. It might look like it goes into the pool, but the stream on the pond side of the bridge is it’s own self contained unit. The waterfall on the pool side of the bridge is the chlorinated pool water tapped into the pool plumbing. This homeowner can now enjoy a natural koi… - [Basalt Columns & Fire Pit](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/basalt-columns-and-fire-pit-pj-vj~2873604) - Location: Altadena, CA - Photos: 9 - Description: Paving stone patio, fire pit and basalt column fountain. - [Waterfall](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/waterfall-pj-vj~1709) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 17 - [Waterfall Views Outside Your Window](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/waterfall-views-outside-your-window-pj-vj~2877457) - Location: Arcadia, CA - Photos: 6 - Description: This homeowner had a very limited space to work with and they were worried it wouldn’t be possible to install a water feature in their yard at all! They were willing to settle for a small fountain when they called us, but we assured them we were up for this challenge in building them their dream waterscape at a larger scale than they could even imagine. We turned this steep hill and retaining wall into their own personal secret garden. We constructed a waterfall that looked like the home was bui… - [Best of Both - Pond and Pool!](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/best-of-both-pond-and-pool-pj-vj~2873589) - Location: Santa Clarita, CA - Photos: 8 - Description: The dream team stepped up to the plate to create this stunning backyard. Our pond design and build took place at the same time the pool, spa and entire outdoor remodel was. The homeowner wanted their backyard to have it all and that is what we gave them. A private patio for 2 to enjoy their backyard view and koi pond is one of their favorite spots to sit and watch the sunset. - [Escape From The City With These 3 Large Ponds!](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/escape-from-the-city-with-these-3-large-ponds-pj-vj~2879651) - Location: Altadena, CA - Photos: 15 - Description: This unique project was for a very large front yard. The homeowner wanted a pond and stream that her kids and dogs could interact with as well as bring the large lawn to life. They were also very concerned with water consumption, as her front yard was entirely lawn before. We assured her that ponds use 50% less water than lawns and traditional landscaping. The home owners couldn't be happier with our work and even allow us to show off their garden in our yearly Pond Tour! [See all 27 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/california-waterscapes-pfvwus-pf~58849362) ## Ideabooks - [Pondless Waterfalls & Streams](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/102447093/list/pondless-waterfalls-streams) — 7 ideas [See all 1 ideabook](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/californiawaterscapes) ## Community Q&A **Q: Please give us a referral to waterfall designers in the Bay Area** *(in Photo Questions)* Wow! I love your work and spent ages on your website looking at project photos and your videos (loved the testimonials). We are based in Novato (Bay Area) and would like to receive a referral to a like-minded company as California Waterscapes. Do you have any contacts in the Bay Area, or would you design for us and find a reliable contractor here? A: Unfortunately I don't have a recommendation in mind for that area in California, Yelp is always my go-to for contractors if I can't find a personal referral though. **Q: Budget** *(in Photo Questions)* Just to Getas idea if putting this in our backyard is feasible can you give me a rough range of how much this would cost A: This pondless waterfall is estimated at about $8,000 - $9,000. **Q: Very nicely done!** *(in Photo Questions)* May I ask what the large leafed plant is in the lower left? A: Hi, yea that is a lotus leaf. **Q: Is this installed in a warm climate area ?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Yes, we installed this fountain in Southern California. **Q: Evergreen** *(in Photo Questions)* What is the name of the evergreen tree on the right? A: Lucy, we love to help you with any ideas for your backyard. If you would like to give us a call ,our number is (818)252-0098. Thank you **Q: Love this! Can the kit be ordered online? Is it easy to install?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Shipping is available. Visit ProPondsWest.com or call (818) 244-4000 for more details and to place an order. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-02.*