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Pond Design

Custom pond and water feature designs that look great, run reliably, and stay easier to maintain in Utah's climate.

Trusted Since 2009

Pond Design

Custom pond and water feature designs that look great, run reliably, and stay easier to maintain in Utah's climate.

Pond Design

Custom pond and water feature designs that look great, run reliably, and stay easier to maintain in Utah's climate.

Design OutcomeBuild‑Ready

A plan that translates into an install: layout, elevations, equipment, and scope clarity.

Filtration PlanningRight‑Sized

Pump, skimmer, biofalls and circulation planning to avoid chronic clarity problems.

Utah ClimateSun + Freeze

Design choices that account for UV, evaporation, and freeze/thaw stress across seasons.

Long‑Term CareLow Friction

Serviceable equipment access, clean-outs, and maintenance workflows planned from day one.

Professional pond design services in Utah

A design that prevents problems later

The best ponds don’t happen by accident — they’re designed. A good plan makes the feature feel natural in the landscape, keeps water moving correctly, and avoids chronic problems like poor circulation, undersized filtration, or hard-to-service equipment.

Ready to build? Our design work flows directly into pond construction.

Stunning completed pond design showing natural stone waterfall and crystal clear water

Designed for the way you’ll use it

A great pond is placed for viewing, sound, and daily enjoyment. We plan seating views, pathways, and how the feature fits your landscaping.

Water quality is engineered, not guessed

Filtration, circulation, and plumbing layout drive clarity and fish health. We design systems that hold up after the “day one” sparkle fades.

Fewer surprises during the build

The plan reduces rework and budget creep by clarifying materials, elevations, liner/edge details, and critical penetrations before construction begins.

Our Pond Design Process

1

Site & goal discovery

We start with your goals (koi pond, water garden, stream, pondless waterfall) and evaluate space, sun/wind, access, and utilities.

2

Concept + layout planning

We map placement, elevations, views, and sound (where you’ll hear the waterfall) so the feature feels natural in your yard and lifestyle.

3

Filtration + plumbing design

Right-sizing pumps, skimmers, biofalls, and circulation prevents chronic algae, reduces maintenance, and supports fish health.

4

Build-ready scope

You get a clear plan that translates into execution: equipment choices, materials, and a build approach that’s reliable and serviceable.

From Design Concept to Reality

See how our design process translates into beautiful, functional water features. Each project starts with careful planning and ends with a stunning result.

Planning Phase

Site evaluation and planning phase

Site evaluation, utility planning, and design consultation to ensure optimal placement and functionality.

Design Development

Design development showing waterfall structure

Detailed design work including waterfall placement, stone selection, and circulation planning.

Final Result

Completed pond design with natural integration

The finished water feature: beautiful, functional, and perfectly integrated with the landscape.

A design can be modern and architectural, or fully naturalistic — the best approach is the one that fits your property and how you'll enjoy it.

Modern water feature design with clean lines, spillway, and seating area integrated into the landscape
Modern water feature design: clean geometry with a spillway and seating integration.
Completed pond design showing natural stone waterfall and integrated landscaping
Design realized: natural stone waterfall with seamless landscape integration.
Finished water garden design with balanced plant zones and clear water
Balanced ecosystem design: plant zones, circulation, and visual harmony.
Stream layout with stone placement and planting pockets designed for natural flow
Stream layout planning: stone rhythm, flow lines, and planting pockets.
Natural stone placement showing design principles for waterfall construction
Stone placement design: creating natural flow patterns and visual appeal.
Koi pond design with proper depth zones and filtration planning
Koi pond design: depth zones, circulation, and fish-health considerations.
Water garden plant integration showing design for seasonal interest
Plant design strategy: seasonal color, oxygenation, and natural balance.
Commercial water feature design showing scale and landscape integration
Large-scale design: commercial water features with landscape integration.
Residential pond design with natural edges and surrounding landscape
Residential design: natural edges, viewing angles, and property integration.

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