How Friendship Sparked a Once-in-a Lifetime Build People see the machinery, the 20-foot waterfall, the 400,000 gallons—and they assume the story begins with blueprints. It didn’t. It began with a sales lead that didn’t close, a bottle of wine, and a friendship. This is the story of the Vaynerchuk pond. The Origin of a 400,000-Gallon […]
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After years of offering personal, local expertise in pond window development, we are proud to introduce Pond Portals to the greater koi community. Pond Portals is a small, family-owned business focused on providing high-quality koi pond viewing windows made in America. Each kit includes a stainless-steel frame, stainless-steel retainer, glass, sealant, fasteners and more. Clear
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Thirteen years ago, I started what I thought was a simple aquaponics project. I had no idea it would grow into something so much bigger—a passion, a sanctuary and, eventually, a full-fledged business. The pond that started it all has gone through three major transformations. Here’s the story of how a body of water meant
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Your favorite pond shop is closing down its fish systems for the season, and they’re running fantastic end-of-season sales on koi and goldfish you’d love to bring home. It’s late in the year, though, and adding them into your pond doesn’t feel quite right. Still, they’d make great additions come spring. Rather than walking out
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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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Mililani, HI – June 11, 2025 – In honor of its 25th anniversary, Kodama Koi Farm is inviting loyal customers to share their personal koi pond stories for a chance to win a premium Japanese koi valued at $2,500. This special giveaway celebrates the deep connections between koi enthusiasts and their beloved fish, highlighting the
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The journey of creating a dedicated koi pond in Missouri Valley, Iowa, spanned a decade of planning, research, and patience. The questions, and first phone calls began in June of 2014 when owners Matt and Kat first discussed their goals. For years, the idea of a custom pond had been a dream. When they finally
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Why might someone end up with a crowded koi pond in the first place? For starters, we send newcomers who show the faintest interest in our ponds to a koi show in the area. They attend, just to see what it is that makes koi or fancy goldfish so special to us, and before they
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In the quaint city of Holland, Michigan, the team at Platinum Ponds & Landscaping embarked on an ambitious project aimed at creating a stunning and serene outdoor space for a homeowner. The centerpiece of this project is an impressive 20-by-30, 3-foot-deep koi pond. The pond enhances the aesthetic appeal of the yard, and serves as
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No matter how many koi shows you attend, no matter how well versed you become in the hobby and industry, and no matter how much of an expert you are on what judges look for when assessing an elite-level koi, there is no such thing as a sure thing. Ultimately, the contest is left to
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