Where did Landscape Fountains Originate from?

From the onset, outdoor fountains were simply there to serve as functional elements. Cities, towns and villages made use of nearby aqueducts or springs to provide them with potable water as well as water where they could bathe or wash. Up to the late nineteenth century, water fountains had to be near an aqueduct or reservoir and higher than the fountain so that gravity could make the water flow down or shoot high into the air. Artists thought of fountains as wonderful additions to a living space, however, the fountains also served to provide clean water and honor the designer responsible for creating it. Roman fountains often depicted images of animals or heroes made of bronze or stone masks. Muslims and Moorish garden designers of the Middle Ages included fountains to re-create smaller versions of the gardens of paradise. To show his prominence over nature, French King Louis XIV included fountains in the Garden of Versailles. Seventeen and 18 century Popes sought to exalt their positions by including decorative baroque-style fountains at the point where restored Roman aqueducts arrived into the city.

Since indoor plumbing became the norm of the day for fresh, drinking water, by the end of the 19th century urban fountains were no longer needed for this purpose and they became purely decorative. Fountains using mechanical pumps instead of gravity enabled fountains to deliver recycled water into living spaces as well as create special water effects.

Modern-day fountains function mostly as decoration for public spaces, to honor individuals or events, and compliment entertainment and recreational gatherings.

The Vast Array of Exterior Fountains

The splendor of a spouting fountain can be observed when it propels a stream of shooting water into the air. Sizable, existing ponds can effortlessly be fitted with one of these. You may have seen one of these in a recreation area or an old estate.

Outdoor water features come in varied forms, one of which is a fancy wall fountain. Even with a smallish yard, it is possible to put in one of these water features. Spouting fountains normally make quite an impact whereas wall features are more of a subtle kind of water feature. In this simple process. the water which is forced out of a small opening, flows down a beautifully textured wall and is then collected at the bottom before being pushed back to the top.

Themed fountains are best when the look of your garden 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 compliment a rustically themed cottage or garden. On the other hand, a more modern yard can include more of a bold design. Just let your creativity to run loose.

The central characteristic of tiered fountains is the numerous levels spewing out water. Due to the water running down its various levels, these are also called cascading fountains.

The space needed for an outdoor fountain can be extensive, therefore, a better alternative is to install a wall fountain or a pondless fountain. Since the reservoirs required for these kinds of fountains are hidden below the ground, you can make the most of the space at your disposal.

Japanese fountains are believed to lend a feeling of tranquility and wellness. Bamboo sticks are used in this type of fountain to expel the water. Water then flows into a container or a shaped stone, only to repeat the cycle over and over again.

Fountains created from glass are another type available. Creating a more classical appearance are trellis-style fountains which showcase shaped metalwork. Water features such as these are ideal for gardens with many sharp corners as well as modern-day forms and designs. The water produces a spectacular effect when it runs down the surface of the glass. Colored LED lights are also included in some fountains to illuminate the water as it moves down the sheet of glass. A rock waterfall fountain (often made of imitation rock) showcases water gently cascading down its façade.

In a bubbling rock fountain, a big rock is drilled with holes and then filled in the center with tubes. Low pressure is used to spout out the water which then bubbles and gurgles at the top. Downward flowing water appears as soft trickle as it moves down the sides of the rock to return to its base. This sort of fountain is ideally suitable for little gardens. To guarantee that water is not sprayed around if it begins to get windy, this kind of fountain is the best option since it only uses low pressure to move water.

Solar fountains have recently gained in appeal because they are powered by sunlight. The reasons for this are varied, from the lack of wires and the reduced complexities to the lower power bills and the beneficial effects on our environment. Outdoor solar-powered fountains are available in a multitude of varying styles, therefore, you will not have to settle on which one to buy.