Garden Fountains And Their Role in Public Health

Garden Fountains And Their Role in Public Health The first US city to pass a tax on sweet drinks was Berkley, California in February 2014. The taxation is thought to minimize sugary drink intake and augment the consumption of healthier drinks, like water from fountains. Research was conducted to find out the status of local drinking water fountains and whether individuals from different racial or economical backgrounds had less access to them. Via content gathered by a mobile GPS app, professionals were able to determine the state of active water fountains in Berkley. This info was cross-referenced with demographic records on race and income collected from the US Census Community Study database. The 2 data sets were compared to ascertain what class variances, if any, there were in access to working water fountains. Garden Fountains Role Public Health 200812687.jpg

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The surrounding demographics of each water fountain location was made note of, while additionally ensuring whether race or income levels made a huge difference in the state of repair of each fountain. While the bulk of the fountains were in working order, an escalating quantity were found to be in a poor state of repairs.

Modern Garden Decoration: Outdoor Fountains and their Beginnings

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A water fountain is an architectural piece that pours water into a basin or jets it high into the air in order to supply drinking water, as well as for decorative purposes.

The primary purpose of a fountain was originally strictly functional. Water fountains were linked to a spring or aqueduct to supply potable water as well as bathing water for cities, townships and villages. Up to the late nineteenth century, water fountains had to be near an aqueduct or reservoir and more elevated than the fountain so that gravity could make the water move down or jet high into the air. Acting as an element of decoration and celebration, fountains also provided clean, fresh drinking water. The main materials used by the Romans to build their fountains were bronze or stone masks, mostly depicting animals or heroes. To replicate the gardens of paradise, Muslim and Moorish garden planners of the Middle Ages introduced fountains to their designs. Fountains enjoyed a considerable role in the Gardens of Versailles, all part of French King Louis XIV’s desire to exercise his power over nature. The Popes of the 17th and 18th centuries were extolled with baroque style fountains made to mark the place of entry of Roman aqueducts.

Since indoor plumbing became the norm of the day for clean, drinking water, by the end of the 19th century urban fountains were no longer needed for this purpose and they became purely decorative. Impressive water effects and recycled water were made possible by replacing the power of gravity with mechanical pumps.

Beautifying city parks, honoring people or events and entertaining, are some of the purposes of modern-day fountains.

Select from Any Number of Outdoor Wall Fountain Designs

Select from Any Number of Outdoor Wall Fountain Designs Wall fountains are well suited to small patios or gardens because they do not take up too much space while also adding a touch of style and providing a great place to find peace and quiet. Select Number Outdoor Wall Fountain Designs 78180324516599020952.jpg

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Whatever style of outdoor wall fountain you are looking for whether it be traditional, contemporary, classic, or Asian you will certainly find the one you like best. While there are innumerable prefabricated ones on the market, you may need a customized fountain if none of these are appealing to you.

Mounted and free-standing fountains are available on the market. Small, self-contained mounted wall fountains can be hung on any surface. Ordinarily made of resin (to resemble stone) or fiber glass, these types of fountains are lightweight and easy to hang. In large stand-alone fountains, otherwise known as wall fountains, the basin is set on the ground with the flat side positioned against a wall. There are no weight restrictions on these kinds of cast stone water features.

Landscape designers often propose a individualized fountain for a brand new or existing wall. Placing the basin against the wall and installing all the plumbing work needs a expert mason to do it properly. It is also essential to include a spout or fountain mask to build it into the wall. A tailor-made wall fountain blends into the landscape instead of standing out because it was a later addition, which adds to a cohesive look.

Anglo Saxon Grounds During the Norman Conquest

Anglo Saxon Grounds During the Norman Conquest The Anglo-Saxon way of life was significantly changed by the introduction of the Normans in the later eleventh century. At the time of the conquest, the Normans surpassed the Anglo-Saxons in building design and cultivation. But home life, household architecture, and decoration were out of the question until the Normans taken over the entire populace. Most often built upon windy summits, castles were fundamental structures that permitted their occupants to spend time and space to offensive and defensive schemes, while monasteries were rambling stone buildings generally added in only the most fecund, extensive valleys. The serene practice of gardening was unlikely in these dismal bastions. Berkeley Castle, perhaps the most pristine model of the early Anglo-Norman style of architecture, still exists in the present day. The keep is said to date from the time of William the Conqueror. A significant terrace serves as a deterrent to invaders who would attempt to mine the walls of the building. On one of these terraces lies a stylish bowling green: it is covered in grass and flanked by an old yew hedge that is created into the shape of rough ramparts.