Fountain Designs High on Ingenuity

It takes very little to create a fountain - a basin, pump, spout and water are the essential materials used in the most basic of fountain designs. However, not all fountains are created equal. There are some fountains that far above and beyond the typical setup to create stunning, extremely unique water features that will really catch people's eyes and get them talking.

The different ways in which water can be used to create dynamic, sculptural works of art are really limitless. As fountains become more common and sought after in offices and private homes, fountain artisans and designers are getting much more creative. As a result, we're seeing some really spectacular pieces that combine multiple purposes, aesthetics, lighting and even sound effects.

Take, for example, the Woodstock Water Carillon Fountain (left). Woodstock - known for their beautiful wind chimes - have fashioned a stunning water fountain that combines chiming brass rods, dancing light, and flowing water in a clear enclosure. As the water flows through the fountain, it moves the clapper, which causes peaceful chiming sounds to emanate from the brass rods. This fountain is an excellent value, and is small enough to fit on nearly any flat surface.

The Grecian Urn Fountain (right) by Hunter Kenroy looks like a treasured relic from classical antiquity, adorned by a graceful relief of dancing women, scrolls, and leaves. But this is no ordinary decorative urn - water flows from a spout at the top, flowing down the sides and into an illuminated catch basin full of river stones. Made of cast stone, this durable high quality sculpture will look at home in the finest of settings.

The Palazzo Urn Fountain is a dual-purpose water feature and planter that makes a stunning impression in any yard, garden or courtyard. Based on a classic European design, this fountain recalls countless others found in the old, lively piazzas of France, Spain and Italy. It has a spout in the top basin as well as four more in the center, which pour into the base. The top basin can easily be transformed into a container for plants, while still keeping the bottom spouts in use.

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