Where did Fountains Begin?

Originally, fountains only served a functional purpose. 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 until the 19th century, fountains had to be more elevated and closer to a water supply, including aqueducts and reservoirs, in order to take advantage of gravity which fed the fountains. Fountains were an excellent source of water, and also served to decorate living areas and celebrate the designer. The main materials used by the Romans to build their fountains were bronze or stone masks, mostly illustrating animals or heroes. To replicate the gardens of paradise, Muslim and Moorish garden planners of the Middle Ages introduced fountains to their designs. To show his dominance over nature, French King Louis XIV included fountains in the Garden of Versailles. The Popes of the 17th and 18th centuries were extolled with baroque style fountains built to mark the place of entry of Roman aqueducts.

Urban fountains created at the end of the 19th century served only as decorative and celebratory adornments since indoor plumbing provided the necessary drinking water. Amazing water effects and recycled water were made possible by switching the force of gravity with mechanical pumps.

Modern fountains are used to adorn community spaces, honor individuals or events, and enrich recreational and entertainment events.

Outdoor Wall Fountains: An Awesome Sight

A wall fountain can contribute a great deal of charm, even to contemporary living areas. Also available in modern-day materials such as stainless steel or glass, they can add flair to your interior style. Does your home or office have a small amount of space? A wall water fountain is perhaps the best choice for you. They take up no space since they are hung on a wall. Busy entryways in office buildings are often decorated with one of these kinds of fountains. Interior spaces are not the only places to install a wall fountain, however. Fiberglass and resin are good materials to use for outside wall water features. Use water fountains made of these waterproof materials to liven up your garden, deck, or other outdoor space.

Wall fountains are available in a range of unique styles, ranging from ultra-sleek to traditional and rustic. The type you pick for your space is dictated by personal decoration preferences. The components utilzed to decorate a mountain lodge are different from that needed to beautify a high-rise apartment, the former perhaps requiring slate and the latter better served with sleek glass. You can select the material most appropriate to your needs. There is no doubting the fact that fountains are features which delight visitors and add to your quality of life.