Pools in streams and creeks have shapes defined by the physics of the channel. Notice this pool has a curvature to the left and it prepares to flow over the next waterfall. Natural streams often have many more elements than rocks. Logs and large tree branches blend elegantly and tell the story of a real creek. What you do not see here is a preponderance of rocks and boulders. Rocks create an annoying hard edge to waters. This stream is designed to appear soft. Very often we design so the eye cannot even pick out the edge of the water. The result is a much more soothing natural image.

Robert Millman
Design ideas for a rustic water fountain landscape in Denver.

Custom Asian Inspired Bridge over Pondless Stream. We added an underground water vault to retain the water for this pondless stream within an existing drainage swale.

completed operating feature
This is an example of a mid-sized rustic partial sun backyard formal garden in Denver.

Backyard Patio & Plantings
Photo of a traditional shade backyard landscaping in Chicago.

Kitchen
Open concept kitchen - mid-sized coastal l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen idea in Miami with a double-bowl sink, brown backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, white countertops, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets and marble countertops

Piston Design
Design ideas for a mediterranean full sun water fountain landscape in Houston.

Photo: Jennifer M. Ramos © 2018 Houzz
Inspiration for a farmhouse front yard gravel patio remodel in Austin with an awning

All of these materials are available through White River Contracting.
Photo of a rustic water fountain landscape in Other.

Photography Design Studio, Nicholas Tenuto
Inspiration for a timeless beige tile beige floor corner shower remodel in Chicago with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, beige walls and a hinged shower door

Design ideas for a large transitional full sun backyard mulch landscaping in Other.

William Ripley
Photo of a traditional garden path in Cincinnati.

Rob Karosis
Design ideas for a coastal backyard landscaping in Portland Maine.

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary partial sun backyard mulch water fountain landscape in Baltimore.

Natural stone fire pit with lawn, shrub border
Photo of a large rustic partial sun backyard mulch landscaping in Other.

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary full sun front yard water fountain landscape in Omaha.

Concrete stream and base water feature to create a zen garden with accent lights popping through the boulders.
Photo of a water fountain landscape in San Francisco.

Gibeon Photography
Contemporary wood exterior home idea in Other

Downers Grove Pond With Stream
This is an example of a traditional backyard pond in Chicago.