A well-placed fountain can change the whole feel of a patio. On one project, we loved the sleek stones, the modern cascade of the water and the ambient lighting it added to the outdoor patio area. We worked with the client to create that dramatic effect, and it turned out beautifully.
Water features are valued for their looks, of course, but they offer some other real benefits too.
A Calmer Space
Watching and listening to moving water is relaxing; many people find it lowers stress at the end of the day. A fountain gives a patio a natural focal point to sit and unwind around.
Less Noise
Moving water masks other sounds while producing its own calming tones. If you live near a busy road, an airport, or just noisy neighbors, a fountain near your seating area can make a big difference in how the space feels.
Everyone Loves A Water Feature
Whether you’re planning to sell someday or just want a gathering place for friends and family, fountains and waterfalls get attention and make a space memorable. They’re also often more economical to install and maintain than people expect.
What To Know Before You Add One
- Pondless fountains are low maintenance. The water recirculates from a hidden basin, so there’s no open pond to clean and less concern with small children.
- Plan power early. A pump needs an outdoor-rated outlet; it’s easiest to run during a patio build.
- Light it. Underwater or uplighting makes a fountain the star of the yard after dark; see landscape lighting ideas.
- Winterize it. In Central Illinois, pumps and lines need to be shut down and drained before hard freezes.
Water features fit naturally into hardscape projects like patios, seat walls and pool decks. The photos here are from F&W outdoor living projects.
Rather have a pro handle it? F&W has provided hardscapes for Bloomington-Normal, Peoria, and Champaign-Urbana, Illinois properties since 1989. Call (309) 664-2666 or request a free quote.