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Aquatic Artistry: Fountains and Decorative Water Features For Your Home

Fountains and water features evoke a sense of beauty and tranquility and capture the classical grandeur of a bygone age

A source of enchantment, amusement, and inspiration, fountains and decorative water features have adorned public squares and the gardens and courtyards of royal palaces, grand houses, and civic buildings for centuries. Fountains evolved from communal natural springs to the grandiose art forms celebrated in the architecture of Classical antiquity and the Iberian Peninsula in the Middle Ages. In 17th- and 18th-century Rome, fountain architecture reached its zenith with Baroque masterpieces such as Bernini’s Fountain of the Four Rivers and Nicola Salvi’s Trevi Fountain.

On the 21st-century luxury residential landscape, fountain architecture remains as popular as ever with designs ranging from centuries-old works of art and resplendent classically inspired water features to hi-tech aquatic showpieces complete with waterfalls, jets, and LED light displays.

From a majestic bayfront estate graced with enchanting water features in Sarasota, Florida, to a magical 370-acre hideaway with a serene lagoon and fountain in New South Wales, Australia, these homes’ artful aquatic designs incorporate the best of classical elegance and state-of-the-art drama.

Oakwood
Newport, Rhode Island
An invitation to Oakwood begins at a private gravel drive flanked by stands of 150-year-old oaks and split-leaf beeches. Contained on the property are a croquet lawn, ornamental fountains and statuary, and a large reflecting pool abundant with tropical palms and koi.
Cuadra San Cristobal
Mexico City, Mexico

Boasting the modernist architectural touch of famous Pritzker Prize winner, Luis Barragán, Cuadra San Cristobal displays the power of earthen tones, and the genius of simplicity. Fountains and serene azure tones contrast against the terracotta, crisp whites and surprisingly accommodating pink of the exterior walls.
Boasting the modernist architectural touch of famous Pritzker Prize winner, Luis Barragán, Cuadra San Cristobal displays the power of earthen tones, and the genius of simplicity. Fountains and serene azure tones contrast against the terracotta, crisp whites and surprisingly accommodating pink of the exterior walls.

Quailsar Road Estate
Easton, Maryland
Nestled on 12 acres, this grand waterfront estate features beautifully landscaped grounds, ponds, and fountains.
Nestled on 12 acres, this grand waterfront estate features beautifully landscaped grounds, ponds, and fountains.
Custom-Designed Waterfront Estate
University Park, Dallas, Texas
This magnificent six bedroom custom home sits on the pond that feeds Turtle Creek and features water views from oversized windows and a cantilever terrace.
This magnificent six bedroom custom home sits on the pond that feeds Turtle Creek and features water views from oversized windows and a cantilever terrace.
Longview on Lake Winnipesaukee
Alton, New Hampshire
The most significant offering ever to come to market in New Hampshire, Longview is aptly named for its views down the length of Lake Winnipesaukee, New Hampshire's largest lake and one of the finest in the Northeast.
The most significant offering ever to come to market in New Hampshire, Longview is aptly named for its views down the length of Lake Winnipesaukee, New Hampshire's largest lake and one of the finest in the Northeast.
Casa San Jose
San Miguel De Allende, Mexico
Exquisitely carved doors open onto a foyer leading to a tranquil interior garden anchored by a Spanish Fountain that enlivens finely crafted stone floors, wood ceiling beams, cantera columns, and arches.
Exquisite Southwestern Estate
Paradise Valley, Arizona
Implementing only the finest in craftsmanship and attention to every detail, this estate features a 5-star resort styled pool with grotto and slide tower, multiple intimate patios, lovely fountains, and gorgeous views.
Implementing only the finest in craftsmanship and attention to every detail, this estate features a 5-star resort styled pool with grotto and slide tower, multiple intimate patios, lovely fountains, and gorgeous views.
La Casa Sin Nombre
Palm Beach, Florida
Assembled by the late billionaire, entrepreneur, and philanthropist John Kluge, this magnificent oceanfront compound features a stunning reflecting pool, fountain, and perfectly groomed gardens.
Assembled by the late billionaire, entrepreneur, and philanthropist John Kluge, this magnificent oceanfront compound features a stunning reflecting pool, fountain, and perfectly groomed gardens.
Fessenden House
Washington, D.C.
Reminiscent of the best of Washington's outstanding monumental buildings in both style and proportion, Fessenden House exemplifies the finest elements of Neoclassical architecture.
Reminiscent of the best of Washington's outstanding monumental buildings in both style and proportion, Fessenden House exemplifies the finest elements of Neoclassical architecture.
Charming English Manor Home
Purchase, New York
Immense charm and regal proportions set this circa 1917 English Manor home set on almost four acres apart from all others.
Luxurious Bayfront Estate
Sarasota, Florida
Set on over 1.5 bayfront acres, this four bedroom M.L. Collingwood crafted home possesses palatial charm like no other.
Set on over 1.5 bayfront acres, this four bedroom M.L. Collingwood crafted home possesses palatial charm like no other.
The Lisselan Estate
Cork, Ireland
An enchanting French Chateau style country estate set on the banks of the Argideen River.
An enchanting French Chateau style country estate set on the banks of the Argideen River.