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Ecosystem Ponds are the crown jewel of the Water Feature world. They soon become the centerpiece of your landscape. These low-maintenance, natural-looking water gardens work with Mother Nature, not against her, to stay clean and clear without using chemicals or UV sterilizers or anything artificial. The key is the symbiotic relationship between the Pond Fish, the beneficial bacteria, and the Aquatic Plants.
There is no sound in nature quite as relaxing as moving, falling water. It soothes away your stress at the end of a long day and you instantly start to feel more relaxed. Watching the Koi and other Pond Fish gracefully swimming around and nibbling from the underwater rocks and gravel can be almost hypnotizing. A variety of birds come to drink and bathe in the stream and colorful dragonflies flit here and there on mosquito patrol. Water lilies bloom in almost every color you can imagine and you'll soon see that frogs really DO sit on lily pads! Having one of these Ponds in your landscape is like coming home every day to a private vacation retreat right in your own backyard!
Texas Ponds and Water Features creates some of the most beautiful and natural looking Ecosystem Ponds and Water Gardens in the Austin and Central Texas area. We also work in the Houston, Southeast Texas area and almost anywhere in between. Working with only natural stone, our specialists craft waterfalls and ponds that look as if they had been carved by the hand of nature. Our two main pond guys have over 27 years of experience between them. We are at the Master level of Certified Aquascape Contractors--among the best in the world at what we do. Contact us today to get started on your own backyard paradise.

Escape into an enchanted forest with this majestic birch tree design. Soothing tones of beige, grey and cream provide a natural entryway that's both stylish and intriguing by Brewster Wallcovering.

This 30" x 24" abstract acrylic painting has been done in shades of cobalt blue, sky blue, citrine, chartreuse, white, soft sea green, and royal blue. Finished in gloss varnish to protect the piece from dust and UV light for years to come. Can be hung vertically or horizontally. Gorgeous vivid rich colors in a great contemporary style.
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We designed and installed this 15 years ago, before digital camera's....so I'm looking for a picture of it running! :)
This is an example of a contemporary landscaping in Seattle.
This is an example of a contemporary landscaping in Seattle.

A small space was reimagined for clients on Lake Washington by Landscape Architect Mark S. Garff. In this photo a gabion basket wall holds back the steep slope, creating a flat garden area for viewing. A new horizontal board fence adds privacy and creates an intimate seating area at the water's edge.
Photos by Mark S. Garff.

Steel fence with hanging copper boxes. Photo by Ketti Kupper
Inspiration for a small contemporary full sun courtyard garden path in Los Angeles.
Inspiration for a small contemporary full sun courtyard garden path in Los Angeles.

The curvilinear drive is intended to be functional, and artful, while providing uninterrupted access over the ravine, where water levels can rise as much as 8’ in intense rains. Adjacent trees were preserved by minimizing site grading. Photo Credit :Chipper Hatter

Location: New York, NY, United States
This Loft was tastefully renovated back in the '90s, but was due for an update and an expansion of the kitchen and dining areas to accommodate the client's cooking skills and entertaining needs. EnlargIing the island and adding cabinetry to delineate the office, bar and dining areas was a priority. The bathroom was updated to feel like a tranquil spa with beautiful new tile, plumbing fixtures and cabinets. Our biggest challenge was coordinating the entire renovation while our client was out of town for the Summer!
Photographed by: James Salomon

A clean creek wading pool can be designed and built to entertain all ages.
Design ideas for a mid-sized rustic full sun backyard stone pond in Birmingham for summer.
Design ideas for a mid-sized rustic full sun backyard stone pond in Birmingham for summer.

Exposed aggregate driveway after cleaning & sealing with Paver Gloss Sealer.
Photo of a mid-sized front yard driveway in Detroit.
Photo of a mid-sized front yard driveway in Detroit.

Bluestone and brick path blends with this historic Craftsman home and garden.
Design ideas for a craftsman landscaping in Los Angeles.
Design ideas for a craftsman landscaping in Los Angeles.

The backyard had an area that collected water and killed a few Arborvitae. The electric pole was also an eyesore.
The area was raised and new plantings were installed with a path created to move the water away from the yard.

A waterfall streams into the cold plunge spa, integrating quartzite, mixed Sierra boulders. Low maintenance plantings providing color spill around the pool edge; Catherine L Kauer

Photo of a mid-sized rustic partial sun backyard stone pond in Minneapolis for summer.

Take a virtual tour through Jeff Duggins & Rachel A Duggins (Owners H2O Designs & Outdoor Living "By Design") backyard near Lexington, KY. There are 2 large ponds, multiple streams, waterfalls, and fountains, not to mention the fire pit and pool. It's truly a Backyard Oasis!
photo credit Jeff Duggins
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