I have been preaching these words for more than 20 years, and it rings true now more than ever. Pond construction as an industry continues to grow and develop, and practices like wetland filtration continue to evolve into more functional, easy-maintenance solutions. These solutions help us maintain the highest level of water quality in our …
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Budget and space permitting, there is nothing more powerful than a wetland filter. It’s a significant upgrade over even the largest biological waterfall filter in footprint, performance and cost…
Four years ago, during the inception of the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States, basketball legend Shaquille O’Neal was baptized with his first Aquascape water feature. To say it was an honor and privilege to design and build a waterfall and pond for this amiable superstar is an extreme understatement. It was also a little …
The last 10%. How many times have we heard that the last 10% of a pond installation project is where all the magic happens and the newly designed water feature truly comes alive? Is it true? Yep! The last 10% is truly where everything comes together to finish off your masterpiece. Most of our clients …
Memorial waterfall build at 2024 Water Garden Expo To many, February can be just another cold, dreary, winter month. In my world, February is the beginning of spring in the greenhouses. This is when we are busy working to plant all our annual and perennial color for our retail garden center and our landscape and …
Nestled within the rustic greenery of a West Michigan backyard, a hidden gem awaits. This is a recreational swim pond like no other. Crafted with over 350 tons of natural outcropping and weathered limestone, this aquatic paradise boasts a white sand beach area. Eight aeration jets provide optimal circulation and natural stone steps meander into …
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Mud puddle transforms into thriving ecosystem pond In the heart of Southern Oregon’s Applegate Valley, I had the pleasure of connecting with Dr. Dan and Stephanie Vidlak. These prominent figures in our community recently acquired a stunning vinyard property and were building their dream home. They had a pond on a previous property, but it …
In early spring of 2023, we were called about a potential project in Mullica Hill, New Jersey. It was more than 90 minutes away, but after Susan’s discussion with the owner and a higher consultation fee, she knew this was a great opportunity. After meeting with the homeowner for close to 2 hours, he knew …
In the quest for serenity and a connection with nature, many homeowners are turning to recreational ponds as a transformative addition to their outdoor spaces. These purposefully crafted bodies of water not only bring aesthetic appeal but also offer the ideal opportunity for interacting with water. When you consider the actual definition of a recreational …
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The Dream We felt an immediate connection with Emma when visiting her at her property in Woodend, Victoria, Australia. She had fallen in love with the idea of a natural recreational pond, or “billabong,” as we say in Australia. Emma wanted a pond that she and her family could swim in all year round, even …