Modern Water Fountain
Jump To Our PicksInstalling a modern water fountain can have many benefits. As well as increasing the aesthetic appeal of your home, the soothing sound of the running water can ease stress and help you unwind as you relax in your garden. It will also mask any background noise with a much more pleasant sound—perfect if you live near a busy road! We’ve selected some of the best residential water fountains around to help you find the right one for your home.
Tara is a San Antonio-based award-winning landscape architect, writer and educator, passionate about eco-friendly solutions and growing her own food. She knows all it takes to help you create a sustainable backyard retreat that combines blissful charm with a modern take on landscaping.
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Serene Modern Outdoor Fountain with LED Lights
Trent Austin Design®
Perfect For: Transforming your backyard into a calming outdoor oasis
What We Like: Soothing waterfall sounds and ambient LED lighting
Elevate your outdoor space by introducing this Serene Modern Outdoor Fountain, featuring a stylish and tranquil cream and gray poly-resin design. The calming waterfall sounds and gentle LED lights create a peaceful atmosphere for relaxation and enjoyment. This 22.48" tall fountain is perfect for patios, porches, or decks, bringing a soothing ambiance to your outdoor living areas.
$179.99
Designer Advice:
Position the fountain in a cozy corner surrounded by lush greenery and comfortable outdoor seating for a serene and picturesque spot to unwind after a long day.
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Chic Ceramic Fountain with LED Light
Lark Manor™
Perfect For: Creating a calming oasis in any indoor or outdoor space
What We Like: Its elegant glaze finish and soothing water sounds
This chic ceramic fountain brings tranquility and artistry to your space with its elegant and attractive glaze finish, showcasing the charm of kiln-fired ceramics. The water flows gently across the front wall into the bottom basin, creating a soothing sound perfect for relaxation and meditation. The warm LED light adds a sense of enchantment as the water ripples and sparkles in its glow. Versatile and delightful, this fountain enhances gardens, patios, decks, porches, or indoor spaces with ease. A power cord and pump are included for your convenience – just add water, plug in, and enjoy!
$185.99
Designer Advice:
Situate the fountain in an area that invites moments of relaxation and reflection, such as a cozy nook or outdoor patio seating area. Pairing it with soft pillows and lush plants will enhance its calming atmosphere.
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Modern Outdoor Spa Fountain with LED Lights
Trent Austin Design®
Perfect For: Creating a relaxing atmosphere in your backyard, patio, or deck
What We Like: Soothing waterfall sounds and stylish design
This contemporary outdoor fountain transforms your space into a serene retreat with its shapely design and calming water cascades. Made from cream-colored and gray poly-resin, it's visually appealing and creates an inviting outdoor spa-like ambiance. The built-in electric pump powers both the fountain and three accent LED lights, providing a mesmerizing experience day and night. The cachepot planter at the top offers space for faux plants or flowers, adding to its charm.
$184.99
Designer Advice:
Position this fountain in a cozy corner of your outdoor area and surround it with comfortable seating and lush greenery to enhance the peaceful oasis feeling.
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Seven-Tier Outdoor Water Fountain
Wrought Studio™
Perfect For: Enhancing and accentuating outdoor patio and garden ambiance
What We Like: The modern industrial design and the soothing waterfall sound
Infuse serenity and sophistication into your outdoor space with this Seven-Tier Outdoor Water Fountain. Crafted from concrete and metal for durability and resistance to outdoor elements, this fountain creates a pleasing, continuous cascade of water that adds tranquility to your patio and garden decor. The fountain comes with a submersible pump and decorative stones, ensuring an effortless and speedy setup. Its modern industrial design is perfect for complementing contemporary outdoor settings.
$142.99
Designer Advice:
To make the most of this fountain, place it strategically in your garden or patio near seating areas to enjoy the calming sound, and add LED lighting around it for a captivating nighttime display.
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Ring Fountain Water Feature
Orren Ellis
Perfect For: Creating a serene atmosphere in your home or garden
What We Like: The soothing sound of cascading water
The Ring Fountain brings serenity to any space with its elegant design featuring descending bowls that pour water into a basin at the bottom. Made from sturdy polyresin, this water feature is suitable for both indoor and outdoor use, ensuring durability through the years. The calming sound of the flowing water creates a relaxing ambiance, perfect for transforming your garden retreat or enhancing the tranquility of your home.
$369.99
Designer Advice:
Place the Ring Fountain in a quiet corner surrounded by lush plants and soft lighting for a peaceful and inviting sanctuary to unwind in at the end of the day.
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Indoor/Outdoor Stone Waterfall Fountain with LED Lights
Wrought Studio™
Perfect For: Creating a relaxing oasis in any indoor or outdoor space
What We Like: Classic stone design and soothing water sounds
Transform your home into a tranquil retreat with this stone waterfall fountain, perfect for indoor or outdoor use. Its durable polyresin construction boasts realistic textures, making it weatherproof and rust-resistant. The built-in LED lights add a soft glow, enhancing the peaceful ambiance. Measuring 13" x 8" x 37.8", this versatile fountain fits effortlessly in your porch, backyard, or lawn and comes with a pump and necessary installation hardware.
Designer Advice:
To maximize its calming effect, place the fountain near your seating area or garden path, and surround it with lush greenery or decorative stones for a cohesive and serene look.
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Modern Outdoor Spa Fountain
17 Stories
Perfect For: Transforming your backyard into a relaxing oasis
What We Like: Elevated design with LED light for a soothing ambiance
This modern outdoor spa fountain instantly elevates your backyard into a tranquil sanctuary where you can unwind after a long day. Featuring a gray and cream-colored poly resin body, the calming tones create a soothing atmosphere. The water cascades gracefully into the large rectangular basin, while the LED light inside illuminates the water, providing a warm glow for your summer evenings.
$194.99
Designer Advice:
Place this fountain near a seating area in your backyard, surrounded by lush greenery, to create the ultimate relaxation spot for you and your guests.
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Patina Finish Double Column Raining Water Fountain
Latitude Run®
Perfect For: Enhancing your outdoor living space ambiance
What We Like: Mesmerizing raining water feature
This double column raining water fountain brings a captivating addition to your deck, patio, or porch, with its patina finish of gray and green, adding charm and depth. Enjoy the soothing sound of cascading water and the beauty of the water flow, both day and night, thanks to the included electrical pump and LED light. The easy-to-set-up fountain seamlessly integrates into your landscaping and elevates outdoor relaxation to new heights.
$259.99
Designer Advice:
Position the fountain near outdoor seating to amplify the serene atmosphere, and complement it with lush greenery and subtle ambient lighting for a truly enchanting retreat.
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Modern Elegant Garden Fountain
George Oliver
Perfect For: Enhancing the ambience of your home or garden
What We Like: The blend of modern and elegant design
This modern elegant garden fountain is a beautiful addition to your home or outdoor space, creating a calming and captivating atmosphere. Designed with a sleek touch, it is made to effortlessly blend into your landscape or interior design. Offering a tranquil water flow, it not only serves as an eye-catching centerpiece but also promotes relaxation and serenity in its surroundings.
$2169
Designer Advice:
Place this fountain near seating areas or focal points in your garden, or use it as an accent piece in a contemporary living room to create a soothing and stylish atmosphere.
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Artistic Tiered Outdoor Fountain
Wade Logan®
Perfect For: Creating a tranquil oasis in your outdoor space
What We Like: The adjustable flow rate and neutral gray tones
Transform your garden, deck, porch, or patio into a serene retreat with this artistic tiered fountain. Featuring four staggered wide-mouth fluted columns, its neutral gray tones blend seamlessly with natural surroundings. Crafted from durable poly resin material, this stately fountain is designed for outdoor use. Enjoy the soothing sound of water gently cascading from one column to the next, with an included electric pump that allows you to adjust the flow rate to your preference.
$163.99
Designer Advice:
Place this fountain in a landscaped area with plants and decorative rocks, creating a focal point for a peaceful, calming ambiance.
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Modern Outdoor Spa Fountain with LED Lights
Trent Austin Design®
Perfect For: Creating a calming and tranquil atmosphere in your backyard
What We Like: The soothing sound of cascading water combined with the gentle LED light reflections
Transform your backyard into a serene haven with this modern outdoor spa fountain featuring a shapely design and calming cream-colored and gray poly-resin body. Experience relaxation as the water pools and cascades from tier to tier, while four accent LED lights provide a subtle glow. Standing 23.6" tall, this fountain is crafted for outdoor use and effortlessly elevates your patio, porch, or deck with a touch of tranquility.
$202.99
Designer Advice:
Place this fountain near seating areas or in a focal point of your outdoor space for the best experience, and surround it with lush greenery to enhance the natural ambiance.
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Modern Outdoor Spa Fountain with LED Lights
Trent Austin Design®
Perfect For: Transforming your backyard into a peaceful retreat
What We Like: Soothing water sounds and accent lighting
This elegant, curvaceous fountain turns your outdoor space into a relaxing haven with its soothing cream and gray tones and serene water sounds. The poly-resin body is perfect for outdoor use, while three LED lights inside cast a gentle glow on the cascading water. At 27" tall, this tranquil fountain is easy to set up on your patio, porch, or deck, bringing a meditative touch to your environment.
$162.99
Designer Advice:
Place the fountain near seating areas or beside a backyard dining space for maximum relaxation during outdoor gatherings or quiet moments alone.
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Resin Water Fountain with Natural Design
Dakota Fields
Perfect For: Adding a soothing touch to indoor and outdoor spaces
What We Like: Lightweight and durable construction
The resin water fountain mimics the look of natural rock, making it an attractive addition to your home or garden. It is lightweight and portable, yet offers the durability of rock, ensuring long-lasting use. Remember to always keep the fountain filled with enough water to cover the pump, ensuring optimal performance. Please note that due to lighting and water reflection, there may be slight differences in color from the images shown, and the fountain may appear larger in pictures than in reality.
$279.99
Designer Advice:
Place the fountain in a well-lit area to enhance its visual appeal, and consider adding water plants or decorative stones to create a more immersive, tranquil atmosphere.
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Modern Sculpture Fountain with LED Light
Ivy Bronx
Perfect For: Enhancing deck, garden, or patio ambiance
What We Like: The soothing gray finish and abstract bowl design
This modern sculpture fountain is a fantastic addition to any outdoor space, offering visual appeal as it adds height and depth to your landscape. The soothing gray finish harmonizes with nature, while the abstract bowl perches elegantly on a square pedestal. Built of durable polyresin, it features a single LED light inside the top curvy bowl for nighttime enjoyment. The included electric pump recirculates water and powers the LED light, making this one-piece fountain effortless to set up.
$239.99
Designer Advice:
Position this fountain near seating areas or pathways to create a relaxing atmosphere, and surround it with lush greenery or colorful flowers for a striking contrast.
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LED-Lit Outdoor Water Fountain
Loon Peak®
Perfect For: Enhancing any outdoor space with elegance and serenity
What We Like: Built-in LED lights for stunning night illumination
This LED-Lit Outdoor Water Fountain is an ideal addition to any garden, patio, or backyard, offering both a stunning visual display and a calming sound of flowing water. Constructed of lightweight resin, it's easy to move and requires minimal maintenance. The tiered design is perfect for creating a blissful atmosphere, while the built-in LED lights provide enchanting night-time illumination, transforming your outdoor space into a serene sanctuary.
$539.99
Designer Advice:
Position the fountain near a seating area or walkway to create a focal point, and surround it with lush greenery or blooming flowers for a harmonious outdoor oasis.
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Modern Resin Water Fountain
Ivy Bronx
Crafted from a tough stone-effect resin with a stylish two-tier design, this modern outdoor fountain will give your garden a touch of Mediterranean charm. It comes complete with an industry-leading pump and a flow rate control for optimal performance.
Designer Advice:
The pedestal design of this residential water fountain means it doesn’t take up too much space on the ground—perfect if you are looking for a fountain that you can place in a flowerbed or on a patio. The body of the fountain is made from tough scratch-resistant resin, so it won’t fade and will look great for years to come.
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Contemporary Metal Residential Water Feature
Orren Ellis
Featuring a geometric circular design on a sleek rectangular base, this eye-catching modern water fountain is perfect for contemporary patios and gardens. The basin is filled with smooth pebbles, and the flow can be adjusted using the control included.
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Cement Sphere Water Fountain
Ivy Bronx
The simple design of this sphere water fountain gives it a timeless look that will work well in just about any outdoor area. It comes complete with an electric pump that recycles the water, and therefore requires no plumbing.
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Modern Ceramic Water Fountain
Wade Logan®
With an elegant round bowl design and a hand-painted gloss finish, this beautiful fountain is an ideal centerpiece for any modern patio or garden. It comes with built-in LED lights which create a magical dancing flame effect after dark.
Designer Advice:
The distinctive sculptural look of this residential water fountain makes it the perfect focal point for a patio or garden. The bowl design will attract a variety of birds and other wildlife, and thanks to the pedestal base, this fountain is suitable for use in just about any area of your garden or patio.
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Blue Ceramic Residential Fountain
Ivy Bronx
Add a splash of color to your outdoor space with this beautiful three-tiered water fountain. The fountain features three vases at different heights with a vibrant textured finish in cobalt blue. Water gently cascades down creating a soothing sound.
Designer Advice:
This elegant residential water feature is the perfect alternative to a traditional water fountain. The textured pattern on the vases is perfect for adding depth and interest to your outdoor space. It will work particularly well on coastal or boho-inspired patios or decks—try adding some leafy palms to complete this relaxed summery look!
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Tiered Modern Water Fountain
Ivy Bronx
Featuring a realistic natural stone-effect design made from durable resin, this cascading fountain is perfect for adding a touch of natural beauty to your outdoor space. It includes built-in lights which create a stunning look in the evening.
$239.99
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