How to Use Metal Water Features in Any Size Garden Design?

Metal water fountains have squeezed into outdoor garden decorations with their unique charm. More and more landscape designers, gardeners and architects have cast admiring eyes on weathering steel water features. In the market, a large number of weathering steel water features have been sold out.

AHL Corten Group is a well-known exporter of corten water fountains in China. It exports a large number of outdoor rain curtain water features in various forms and styles. Outdoor Water features are in short supply abroad. Everyone is curious about how Metal Waterfall will be used in different gardens? Follow Daisy to read this article and you will know more about corten water fountains.

Whether you have an exquisite small courtyard or a vast private garden, you can find a rusted steel water features solution that suits you. Let us walk into the world of metal water fountains and feel the perfect fusion of nature and art.

I.Using Metal Water Features in Garden Designs of Different Scales

The clever use of metal water features in courtyards of different sizes can greatly enhance the beauty and atmosphere of the courtyard. The following is a detailed analysis of the application of metal water features in courtyards of different sizes:

• Small Courtyard-Corten Steel Water Fountain

Small courtyards have limited space, so the design of metal water features needs to focus on saving space and creating a visual focus.

1. Wall-mounted Corten water features: This type of Corten water feature can be hung directly on the wall without taking up ground space, which is very suitable for small courtyards. At the same time, the sound and dynamic effects of the water flow can add vitality to the courtyard and become a visual focus.

2. Small fountains: Small Corten fountains are exquisite and beautiful, and can bring dynamic water sound effects to small courtyards. You can choose a fountain made of metal to make the courtyard more lively and interesting through fine design and dynamic effects of water flow.

3. Corten water bowl: The metal water bowl can be used as a static water feature element, matched with the surrounding plants, to create a Zen atmosphere. The simple design and metal texture of the water bowl make the small courtyard look more refined.

• Medium-sized courtyard-Outdoor Water Features

The space of a medium-sized courtyard is relatively large, so more complex and multi-layered water features can be designed.

1. Linear Corten water features: Create a stream or canal along the courtyard path, and use metal materials to create a streamlined Corten water feature to add a sense of natural flow to the courtyard. This design is not only beautiful, but also guides visitors' sight and walking path.

2. Combined Corten water features: Combine multiple metal water features elements, such as fountains, water bowls, streams, etc., to form a multi-layered water feature effect. This design can enrich the landscape level of the courtyard and make the courtyard more interesting.

3. Corten waterfall: Use the height difference in the courtyard to create a waterfall effect of metal materials. The water falls from a high place, forming a dynamic sound of water and water mist, adding agility and vitality to the courtyard.

• Large courtyard-Garden Water Fountain

Large courtyards have open space, and larger and more complex metal water features can be designed.

1. CORTEN Steel Pond: In large courtyards, an open metal pond can be designed with aquatic plants such as fish and lotus to create a natural and tranquil atmosphere. The water surface of the pond can reflect the surrounding scenery and increase the depth of the courtyard landscape.

2. Combination of art sculptures and water features: In large courtyards, Corten art sculptures can be combined with water features to create a unique artistic landscape. Sculptures can serve as the focus of water features, enhancing the visual effect and artistic sense of the courtyard.

3. Lighting design: At night, lights can be used to add mystery to metal water features. Through the changes in light and shadow and the reflection effect of metal materials, the outdoor water features present different beauty at night. At the same time, the lights can also guide the sight of visitors, making the courtyard full of charm at night.

In summary, Corten water features have a wide range of application prospects in courtyards of different sizes. Through clever design and layout, courtyard landscapes of different styles can be created, adding a sense of beauty and tranquility to people's lives.

II. Different types of weathering steel water features

1. Corten rain curtain water feature: Water pours down from the weathering steel plate, forming a unique curtain, shining with metallic luster in the sun.

2. Metal fountain: There are various designs, and fountains of different shapes can be selected according to the garden style, such as wall-mounted, floor-standing, combined, etc.

3. Corten water bowl: Simple and Zen-like design, suitable for gardens of various styles.

4. Metal waterfall: Use weathering steel to create a realistic waterfall effect and create a natural and wild atmosphere.

5.Metal outdoor fountain: Combine weathering steel with other materials to create a personalized outdoor fountain.

III. Design skills of metal water features

1. Coordination of weathering steel water features and courtyard style

The shape and material selection of weathering steel water features should echo the overall style of the courtyard. For example, for a modern minimalist style courtyard, you can choose a weathering steel water feature with simple lines and smooth shapes; while for a Chinese style courtyard, you can use antique shapes to create a simple and elegant atmosphere.

2. The art of matching weathering steel water features with colors

The rust color of weathering steel is its unique charm. When designing, the changes in rust color should be fully considered and matched with the colors of the surrounding environment. For example, it can be matched with the bright colors of green plants to form a sharp contrast; it can also be integrated with the elegant tones of stone to create a calm atmosphere.

3. Clever matching of metal water features and plants

Aquatic plants are an important part of water features. Choosing plants suitable for weathering steel materials can not only enrich the landscape level, but also play a role in purifying water quality. For example, the combination of aquatic plants such as lotus and water lily with weathering steel can create a quiet and elegant atmosphere.

4. Combination of weathering steel water feature and lighting

Lighting design is the finishing touch of rusted steel water feature. Through the illumination of light, the texture of weathering steel can be highlighted and different atmospheres can be created. For example, warm-toned lighting can create a warm and romantic atmosphere; cold-toned lighting can create a mysterious and quiet atmosphere.

5. The rhythmic beauty of the water flow of weathering steel water fountain

Water flow is the soul of water fountain. By adjusting the power of the water pump and the size of the water outlet, the speed and shape of the water flow can be controlled to create different visual effects. For example, a trickle can create a quiet atmosphere; while a waterfall-like waterfall can bring a dynamic visual impact.