Cooper Sallade began working with ponds and water gardens in 2008 as a high school student in Richmond, VA, cleaning ponds during the summer. His early interest quickly grew into a passion, leading him to design and build ponds throughout college for both personal and client
projects. That passion eventually evolved into a career. Cooper founded Aqua Fauna Inc., a full-service construction and maintenance company specializing in water features, and merged with Fin and Feather – The Water Garden Center, a pond specific retail store. Today, his business encompasses custom water feature construction, pond maintenance, retail
sales, and koi sourcing trips to Japan. With a commitment to craftsmanship and quality, Cooper continues to share his love for water gardening with clients and enthusiasts across the region.
In the heart of Richmond, Virginia, a residential property underwent a remarkable transformation. What began as a maintenance challenge for a koi enthusiast evolved into a full-scale, formal aquatic showcase. At the center of it all: nearly 200 adult koi. This exceptional home had long featured a large, picturesque pond. However, despite its beauty, the […]
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