Where did Landscape Fountains Originate from?

From the beginning, outdoor fountains were simply meant to serve as functional elements. 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. Until the late 19th, century most water fountains operated using gravity to allow water to flow or jet into the air, therefore, they needed a source of water such as a reservoir or aqueduct located higher than the fountain. Fountains were not only utilized as a water source for drinking water, but also to decorate homes and celebrate the artist who created it. The main materials used by the Romans to build their fountains were bronze or stone masks, mostly depicting animals or heroes. During the Middle Ages, Muslim and Moorish garden planners included fountains to create mini depictions of the gardens of paradise. Fountains played a significant role in the Gardens of Versailles, all part of French King Louis XIV’s desire to exercise his power over nature. Seventeen and 18 century Popes sought to laud their positions by adding decorative baroque-style fountains at the point where restored Roman aqueducts arrived into the city.

Urban fountains created at the end of the nineteenth functioned only as decorative and celebratory adornments since indoor plumbing provided the necessary drinking water. The creation of special water effects and the recycling of water were 2 things made possible by replacing gravity with mechanical pumps.

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

Choose from Countless Outdoor Wall Fountain Designs

Depending on your needs, you can pick from mounted or freestanding types. You can place a mounted wall fountain because they are little and self-contained. Wall fountains made of resin (resembling stone) or fiberglass are normally lightweight so they can be easily hung. Free-standing fountains, often referred to as floor fountains, are sizable, have a basin located on the ground and a smooth side which leans against a wall. Generally made of cast stone, this kind of water feature is not limited in weight.

Customized fountains which can be incorporated into a new or existing wall are often prescribed by landscaping designers. Hiring an expert mason is your best option to construct the basin and install the required plumbing. It is also essential to add a spout or fountain mask to build it into the wall. Customized wall fountains contribute to a unified look because they become part of the scenery rather than look like a later addition.

The Benefits of Interior Wall Water Features

In addition, convalescence is believed to go faster when interior water features are used in treatment. Many doctors and mental health professionals think these are a helpful addition in healing a number of ailments. PTSD patients as well as those struggling with severe insomnia are thought to feel better after listening to the soothing, gentle trickle of water.

An indoor wall water element is believed to create an overall sense of wellness and security according to numerous studies. As humans we are naturally drawn to the sight and sound of water, both of which add to our well-being and the conservation of our environment.

The life-altering power of water has long been considered as one of two essential elements used in the teachings of feng-shui. We must reconcile our internal environment to attain balance and serenity according to the ancient art of feng-shui. The element of water needs to be included in every living space. The best spot to install a fountain is near your home’s entrance or in front of it.

You and your loved ones will no doubt benefit from the addition of a water wall in your home, whether it be a wall mounted waterfall, a freestanding water feature or a custom-built one. Based on the results of many research studies, people who have a fountain in a central room are thought to be more content, satisfied, and carefree than those who do not have one.