Contemporary Garden Decor: Garden Fountains and their Beginnings

From the onset, outdoor fountains were soley meant to serve as functional elements. People in cities, towns and villages received their drinking water, as well as water to bathe and wash, via aqueducts or springs in the area. Up to the late nineteenth century, water fountains had to be near an aqueduct or reservoir and more elevated than the fountain so that gravity could make the water move downwards or jet high into the air. Fountains were an excellent source of water, and also served to adorn living areas and memorialize the artist. Roman fountains usually depicted images of animals or heroes made of metal or stone masks. During the Middle Ages, Muslim and Moorish garden planners included fountains to create mini depictions of the gardens of paradise. Fountains played a significant role in the Gardens of Versailles, all part of French King Louis XIV’s desire to exert his power over nature. To mark the entryway of the restored Roman aqueducts, the Popes of the 17th and 18th centuries commissioned the building of baroque style fountains in the spot where the aqueducts entered the city of Rome

The end of the nineteenth century saw the increase in usage of indoor plumbing to provide drinking water, so urban fountains were relegated to strictly decorative elements. Gravity was replaced by mechanical pumps in order to permit fountains to bring in clean water and allow for amazing water displays.

Nowadays, fountains decorate public spaces and are used to pay tribute to individuals or events and fill recreational and entertainment needs.

Pick from all Types of Outdoor Fountains

The stream of water sent high up into the air by a spouting fountain is an impressive sight to see. If your pond is sufficiently big, it can be incorporated without trouble. You may have seen one of these in a recreation area or an old mansion.

Outdoor water features come in different forms, one of which is a fancy wall fountain. These types of fountains make great water features even if you only have a small garden. While spouting fountains produce an impressive effect, wall fountains are more understated water features. In this straightforward process, water is ejected from a little spout, runs down a wonderfully textured wall, before being received at the bottom and returned to the top once again.

Themed fountains are perfect when the look of your yard allows for them. A cherub grasping a spout is one of the possible kinds of classical-styled statues you can use if you want your fountain to fit a rustically themed cottage or garden. On the other hand, a more contemporary yard can include more of a bold design. Just let your creativity to run loose.

Water spills down multiple levels in a tiered fountain. Water flowing down multiple levels of this water feature is the primary attribute of a cascading fountain.

Due to the fact that outdoor fountains can take up a lot of room, hang a wall fountain or a pondless fountain if the space you have is limited. Due to the fact that the reservoirs required for these kinds of fountains are hidden underground, you can make the most of the space at your disposal.

Japanese fountains are thought to lend a feeling of tranquility and wellness. The water moves through bamboo sticks in this kind of water feature. The repetition of water streaming into a bucket or shaped stone is one of the main attributes of this type of fountain.

Glass fountains make up another group of fountain. Featuring shaped metalwork, trellis-style fountains of this type have a more traditional aspect. Water features of this kind are an excellent alternative for gardens with many sharp edges along with contemporary shapes and design. A wondrous effect is created when water runs down the sheets of glass. LED lights are also used in some fountains to flash color across the water as it flows down on the glass sheet. Often made of fake rock, stone waterfall fountains have water slowly trickling down its surface.

Bubbling rock fountains are large rocks drilled with holes which are then filled with pipes in the middle. The bubbling and gurgling at the uppermost part of this type of fountain are brought on by the water being pushed upward at low pressure. The water returns gently dripping down the sides of the rock to reach its starting point. Little gardens are ideal for this kind of fountain. To guarantee that water is not sprayed around if it begins to get windy, this kind of fountain is the best choice since it only uses low pressure to move water.

Solar powered fountains have become more fashionable recently because they run on sunlight. The advantages of using this type of solar powered fountain is the lack of cables, lowered difficulty in installing them, the decrease in electric bills, and the favorable effects they have on our environment. The varied designs in outdoor solar-powered fountains signifies you will not have to compromise on style.

Wall Fountains As Water Features

Garden wall fountains are worthwhile additions to your living areas such as backyards, yoga studios, cozy patios, apartment verandas, or office complexes. The pleasant sounds of flowing water from this kind of feature please the senses of sight and hearing of anyone closeby. With their visibly pleasing shape you can also use them to accentuate the style in your home or other living area. Gently moving water not only leads to a feeling of peace, it also masks irksome noises and produces an enchanting water show.