Avant Garden: Modern Outdoor Fountains

When you think of garden fountains, visions of elaborately detailed traditional water features most likely come to mind-replete with cherubs, scrolls and other classic imagery. Those fountains are beautiful, but you may be one of the many people who prefer a more streamlined, modern look for every aspect of your interior and exterior design. If you've got a home filled with carefully chosen mid century modern decor, you probably aren't in the market for a pair of stone angels pouring water out of carved jugs like the ones you see in local garden centers.

Don't be discouraged - there are outdoor fountains just for you! You don't have to go without a water fountain just because you don't like tiered formal to-dos. Options available for those who prefer the chic, simple modern look include stainless steel, concrete, granite, and new lightweight materials like fiberglass.

Here are a few of our favorite 'avant garde' water features for outdoor spaces.

Calais Eclipse Garden Fountain - Sleek, reflective and yet still fluid and organic. The Calais Eclipse is one of the shining stars of Kinetic Fountains' range of stainless steel outdoor fountains. This towering beauty can be placed in a pond, or you can purchase a hidden reservoir that is installed in the ground to create a 'disappearing water' effect. This fountain is especially fitting for commercial applications, but also looks stunning in residential outdoor spaces.

Helix Garden Fountain - How can something so simple be so strikingly beautiful? The Helix is hand carved of pure granite, giving it a timeless feel that will create an atmosphere of effortless serenity in your yard or garden. The twisting shape of this granite column gives it a feeling of movement, as water travels out the top and over the sides, into a hidden reservoir (sold separately). Stone Forest, the maker of this piece, says it best: "Within hard stone are movement, direction, and centuries of accumulated time."

Escala Garden Fountain - A bold contemporary shape, low profile and highly audible water sounds make this outdoor fountain a versatile addition to any exterior. Made of durable cast stone, this fountain will retain its beauty for many years to come. It comes in six shades, so you can customize it to perfectly complement your outdoor setting. Use it as the focal point in the center of your courtyard, or a hidden treasure along a meandering garden path.

Looking for more modern outdoor fountains? We suggest you browse the following categories on KineticFountains.com: Stainless Steel Garden Fountains, Granite Garden Fountains, Lightweight Garden Fountains and Trevi Fountains.