In today’s fast-paced, noisy world, it’s easy to lose touch with the simple things that bring us peace. A custom fountain can change that. Here at Modern Design Aquascaping, we believe that outdoor spaces should feel like sanctuaries—places where you can slow down, reconnect with friends and loved ones, or simply meditate and re-charge. Whether you’re dreaming about your first water feature or already knee-deep in ideas, this page is here to walk with you through the process of understanding your options, exploring ideas, and starting a conversation about your perfect fountain.
Fountains
Our fountains will undoubtedly help you relax.
Why a Fountain? Why Now?
Already Dreaming About Your Fountain?
Whether you’re still gathering ideas or already picturing the perfect feature, we’re here to help.
Why Choose a Fountain? Understanding the Basics in Minutes
Thinking about a fountain but not sure where to start? In this video, we break down to the basics—what fountains are, how they work, and why they can completely change the way you live outside. If you’re looking for peace, beauty, and a little more connection in your life, you’re in the right place.
What Affects the Cost of a Fountain? Let’s Break It Down
Fountain pricing can feel like a mystery—until you know what to look for. In this video, you learn exactly what drives the price up, what keeps it affordable, and which options can take your fountain to the next level without blowing your budget. If you’re serious about making a smart choice, don’t skip this one.
Designing a Low-Maintenance Fountain: Pro Tips & Mistakes To Avoid
The part you can’t see under your fountain? It’s the part that makes or breaks the whole thing. In this video, I’ll walk you through the two main types of basins we use, when they’re right, and how they impact everything from maintenance to performance. Get this part right, and you’re halfway home.
Understanding Fountain Basins: Pre-Formed vs Custom Built
Ever seen a fountain that’s a total maintenance nightmare? Yeah, we have too. In this video, you will learn what nobody talks about—the design mistakes that turn good fountains bad, and how to build a feature that’s easy to own and awesome to live with. If you want to get it right the first time, start here.
Ready to Start Dreaming About Your Fountain?
We’d love to hear your ideas, answer your questions, and help you figure out what’s possible for your space. Whether you’re just getting started or ready to dive in, it all begins with a simple conversation.
Can’t Decide Which Water Feature?
In this video, John G. breaks down the pros and cons of three popular water features: ecosystem ponds, pondless waterfalls, and fountainscapes. Whether you’re dreaming of a backyard pond filled with fish and aquatic plants, a low-maintenance pondless waterfall, or a simple decorative fountain, John shares his insights to help you choose the perfect fit for your outdoor space.
If you’re in East Tennessee or beyond and ready to transform your landscape with a custom water feature, this guide will help you make a confident, informed decision.
Want to Explore Even More Fountain Projects?
If you’re like us and you love digging deeper, we’ve gathered even more videos, behind-the-scenes footage, and project walkthroughs below. Get inspired, see what’s possible, and start picturing the fountain that’s just right for you.
Basic Fountain Installation
The team at Modern Design Aquascaping Inc. shows step by step how they install a medium stacked slate urn fountain. They Install the urn using an Aquascape Ultra 1100 GPH pump and a medium stacked slate urn fountain kit, which is a basic fountain kit.
Enhanced Fountain Installation
This urn was installed on an Aquabasin 45 in its most basic configuration with increased water flow, customized lighting, accent boulders, driftwood, and additional planting around the fountain to make it the best that it can be and still be a “basic” installation.
Advanced Custom Fountain
For larger areas and budgets watch the construction of an advanced fountain that includes 3 Aquascape Inc. Stacked Slate Urns and 3 Aquascape Inc. Stacked Slate Spheres. The MDA team shows how they installed the underground reservoir, plumbing, and fountains from start to finish.
Custom Limestone Outdoor Fountain
Sweet water fountain installation – watch Tristan and the team install a beautiful trio of drilled limestone boulders in a backyard retreat in Townsend, Tennessee. We were joined by the team from New Hope Landscaping, who joined us for the build to train their guys on some new techniques – and of course, the bad weather had no chance of stopping our team from creating another beautiful backyard fountainscape!
Converting Pond into Basalt Fountain
The Adams boys transform an, old out-dated pond into an amazing BASALT WATER FOUNTAIN using three custom drilled basalt stones and a lot of skill! Tristan and Nick were tasked with destroying the old pond and turning it into a one-of-a-kind custom work of art, check it out, the home owners were blown away! Meet the legendary frog, Jim Croaky and a mystery koi.
Ready to Enhance Your Outdoor Space?
Imagine the soothing sound of flowing water, the elegance of a custom-designed pond, or the simple beauty of a cascading waterfall right in your backyard. At Modern Design Aquascaping, we specialize in transforming outdoor spaces into personal retreats. From initial design to installation and ongoing maintenance, our team is here to guide you every step of the way.
Contact us today to get started or learn more about our process.
Let us help bring your vision to life with a water feature crafted specifically for your needs and style.