solutions. The balance between overwhelming
unwanted noise and allowing quiet conversation
nearby requires careful consideration of where and
how noise can be diminished and enhanced. Boulder
placement, spillway orientation plus flow control of water
volume are ways to remedy volume concerns.
Rose: There can be many challenges in any type of landscape, large
or small: slope, narrow lots, tree canopy. Your client may want a water
feature or a pond, but you cant seem to squeeze it into their space or have
it make sense in their design. That's why I think it is sometimes easier to fit
in a pondless water feature, you only need a small area and your basin area is
straight down. Also, it can seem like a less permanent landscape amenity if the
client decides they don't like it years down the road.
Richard: Challenges faced with designing ponds and water features include access issues
and cost to the client. However if the water feature is designed properly, in conjunction with
the client, you can work within any budget and on any scale. A water feature can be small and
cost effective.
Q: Have you worked on any unique pond or water feature projects recently?
Drew: Each project I have worked on presented unique challenges to catch the client's imagination. One of our
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