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Our custom water features are beautifully featured in the November/ December 2024 cover story of Luxe Magazine by Kelly Phillips Badal with photographs by Manolo Langis. Five water veils descend 9 ft. from a hidden slot in the ceiling into a shallow infinity edge pool. This shallow pool extends the full 5 ft. of the walkway and is topped with stone pavers at intervals to allow for foot traffic. Underwater lighting illuminates the falling water as it clings to the water veils creating mesmerizing wave patterns. We are honored to have worked with a remarkable team including Tyler Development, Landry Design Group, and JBA Interior Design for Dr. Dre’s stunning Los Angeles home.

Water Studio’s custom Copper Rivulet Podium feature is covered in this month’s Luxe Magazine’s Explore A Mediterranean-Inspired Oasis In Bel Air by Jessica Ritz and Photographs by Manolo Langis. Two groups of three 4 ft. copper podiums stand nearly 2 ft. tall and span 33 ft. of the home’s central courtyard. Water flows over all sides of the podiums cascading down into a recessed concrete basin. Rivulets of water crisscross at the central podium of each group to bring the sound of falling water into this tranquil outdoor space. The top of each podium creates a still reflecting pool that mirrors the sky, surrounding trees, and interior lighting. A floating stone paver is set between the podium groups to continue the flow of movement through the water feature.

Water Studio designed two water features for the new La Paz Ranch outdoor shopping center in Malibu, CA. This entry feature is a dynamic, multi-level experience designed to welcome visitors with vibrant bubbling nozzles and flowing water cascading down stepped concrete levels. Spanning 24 ft., the installation consists of six interconnected geometric pools. In the evening, our lighting design, featuring illuminated nozzles and linear strip lights, enhances the water’s movement, transforming it into a radiant landmark. The water feature creates a striking entrance for this stylish development, using the captivating power of water to invite visitors to explore, drawing them in to take a closer look at the feature and discover the many shopping and dining opportunities.

The outer wall of a natatorium is animated with two, 5 ft. long cascades of water that gently flow into stainless steel basins, elegantly clad with travertine stone. Water gracefully spills from custom scupper ledges, also finished in travertine, mounted along the wall. The cascade drops 2 ft. 6 in., producing a soothing sound of falling water that masks a busy nearby street. The effect transforms the space into a peaceful oasis for this private Los Angeles, CA estate.

An elegant granite rivulet water feature enhances the entry walkway of a contemporary home in Palos Verdes, CA. This stunning granite podium, standing 2 ft. 6 in. tall, showcases water gracefully flowing over its front side as rivulets become individual droplets. From the upper reflection pool, water spills over all edges, vanishing into a bed of black beach pebbles. Linear underwater LED lights stretch across the full 8 ft. width of the podium, illuminating the water and enhancing the feature’s visibility at night. The gentle sound of flowing water fills the air and brings a sense of tranquility to the entire space.

A striking new water feature is a dynamic part of the expansion and remodel of Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center in Medford, OR. The experience begins with a sleek, nearly 12 ft. long honed black granite podium, from which gentle rivulets of water flow down both sides in a mesmerizing curtain. From there, a 42 ft. stainless steel runnel slopes gently, guiding shallow water over polished black granite tiles. The journey concludes with a dramatic 4 ft. waterfall cascading into a circular pool encircled by natural boulders. Underwater lights illuminate the falling water, casting a soft glow over the black granite pavers and river rocks that cover the pools, creating a tranquil and inviting atmosphere. We worked with Terrain Landscape Architects and Anderson Construction.

A water veil is the perfect finishing touch for this residential remodel in Palo Alto, CA. Crafted from a stainless steel screen with a black powder coat finish, this water feature transforms the plain exterior garage wall into a focal point for a serene sitting area. Standing at nearly 8 ft. tall and 7 ft. wide, the water veil creates endless waves of mesmerizing textures. The feature includes a partially recessed stainless steel basin clad in Bluestone, seamlessly integrating with the overall project design. Three white LED lights illuminate the cascading water in the evening, enhancing its attractive effect. This free-standing amenity introduces the coolness of water, providing a calming backdrop to the relaxing seating area, and making it an inviting oasis for homeowners and guests alike.

Our sculptural water veil at Isla Intersections is a serene oasis in the heart of Los Angeles’ new affordable housing complex near the 110 and 105 Freeways. This captivating feature invites a moment of tranquility for the community, as mesmerizing waves of water cascade 11 ft. into a recessed basin covered with Mexican beach pebbles. Designed with a distinctive V shape that highlights its sculptural elegance, the water veil transforms into a glowing beacon at night, symbolizing a warm welcome and a sense of home for the residents. We worked with Agency Artifact landscape architecture, Lorcan O’Herlihy Architects, and Geis Construction.

Water Studio is featured in the March 2024 issue of Landscape Architecture Magazine, The Magazine of the American Society of Landscape Architects.

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Studiomade Circulus II is a perfect addition to your next landscape or interior design project. Composed of two offset half-round stainless steel structures, this sculpture is a dynamic feature that creates the illusion of water floating in space. Varied water textures are truly showcased in this piece with a still reflection pool at the top, rough flowing water down polished stainless steel rounds, and water falling in rivulets at the bottom edge.

Our stunning silicon bronze sculptural water wall transforms a subterranean garage into a tranquil, sophisticated entrance for an estate in Pacific Palisades, CA. This installation measures 12 ft. wide by 9 ft. 6 in. tall. It features a blend of smooth and ridged panels that create diverse paths for cascading water. The light bronze patina finish enhances the visibility of the mesmerizing water patterns. A stainless steel basin, clad with dark stone houses warm underwater lights that beautifully highlight the falling water from below. This exquisite water feature not only adds elegance to the home’s entrance but also infuses a touch of nature into the space, making it a valued part of the homeowner’s daily life.

A striking rectangular copper infinity fountain welcomes residents and visitors to this contemporary home in Atherton, CA. The upper reflecting pool remains still, mirroring the surrounding trees and sky. At the infinity edge, water gently cascades down 2 ft. into a partially recessed basin covered with beach pebbles. Spanning 18 ft. in width, the copper podium features a dark bronze patina that complements the residence’s surrounding finishes. We collaborated with Ground Studio in Monterey, CA, and Lencioni Construction Company in Menlo Park, CA.

Water Studio executed two custom water features as part of The City of Denison, Texas’ Main Street revitalization initiative. The concept design was conceived by Landscape Architect Chris Lambka. This feature draws inspiration from the historical significance of President Dwight D. Eisenhower’s birthplace and Water Studio’s previous projects. The centerpiece of this design is a striking 19 ft. 6 in. curved copper podium with a dark bronze patina finish. It is elegantly positioned within a recessed curved stainless steel basin. Water gracefully cascades from a total of thirty-four copper spouts, descending 2 ft. 7 in. into a splash pool encircled by Mexican Beach Pebbles.

Water Studio executed two custom water features as part of The City of Denison, Texas’ Main Street revitalization initiative. The concept design was conceived by Landscape Architect Chris Lambka. This feature draws inspiration from the city’s rich railroad history, particularly its role as a prominent hub for the renowned Missouri-Kansas-Texas Railroad, commonly known as the Katy. Each 8 ft. long copper podium with a dark bronze patina finish is designed to signify a railway car and incorporates elements from previous Water Studio projects. Six spouts gracefully disperse streams of water along the shorter sides, while water gently cascades down all facets of these podiums. Stainless steel block letters “K,” “A,” “T,” and “Y” prominently pay homage to the railroad’s significant heritage.

We are pleased to announce that the Mayer Brown interior tenant improvement in Downtown Los Angeles has just received the Best Project Award from ENR! Engineering News-Record celebrates and honors the building teams that created the best projects of 2023. We are thrilled to join this winning team of professionals with Aref & Associates and Clune Construction. Water Studio’s custom water feature is comprised of a collection of five copper sculptures and a 20 ft. curved copper runnel that extends into a serene garden seating area.

The initial focal point upon approaching this remarkable private estate in Los Angeles is our monumental, curved water wall. This meticulously designed water feature is intended for close encounters, beckoning observers to step up onto a central platform and stand before the cascading white water waves. Spanning an impressive 27 ft. in length and soaring to a height of 16 ft., this water feature offers a breathtaking welcome to both residents and visitors of this truly unique property.

A sophisticated, circular infinity edge water feature crafted from stainless steel creates a welcoming ambiance as family and visitors arrive at this private residence in Los Angeles, CA. The podium boasts a diameter of 6 ft. and stands at a height of 1 ft. 4 in. A specially fabricated custom spout is nearly 3 ft. tall and gracefully pours water into the podium. The shallow upper pool is finished with polished black granite. Water elegantly cascades over the podium weir, continuously flowing into a recessed catch basin covered with stainless steel flashing.

Guests are welcomed with this impressive bowl water feature as they ascend the front entry staircase of an exquisite European-style estate in Beverly Hills, CA. The centerpiece is a black granite bowl fountain, featuring a diameter of nearly 5 ft. Clear sheets of water gracefully overflow, cascading into a stainless steel basin, which is covered with black river rocks. Enclosed by a white stucco curb wall, this fountain creates a serene ambiance.

The new Gulfstream luxury outpost in Beverly Hills, CA, features a breathtaking 14 ½ ft. wide ridged tile water wall that produces a never-ending flow of water waves. Situated on the rooftop patio, the wall is elevated above a seating ledge and enveloped by lush greenery, creating a tranquil and meditative atmosphere. The wall is further enhanced with underwater lighting that provides a captivating viewing experience during dusk and nighttime.

In this commercial office space located on the 47th floor of a high-rise in Downtown Los Angeles, a 20 ft. long curved copper runnel extends into a serene garden seating area. The runnel is finished with dark grey textured basalt tile and consists of three stepped segments that culminate in a 4-foot diameter pool. As water flows down the runnel, it is illuminated by a single underwater LED light, creating a beautiful and calming ambiance.

This elegant black granite fountain enhances the tranquil atmosphere of the remodeled Tricon Residential commercial offices in Orange County, California. Standing at approximately 2 1/2 ft. tall by 1 1/2 ft. wide and 9 ft. long, the fountain is seamlessly incorporated into a painted aluminum planter. Water flows from illuminated nozzles, cascading over all sides, off a lower drip ledge, producing soothing subtle splashing sounds in the lower basin that is surrounded by polished river rocks.

This custom water wall is 3 ½ ft. tall and 14 ft. wide and features a curved design made of smooth copper with a dark bronze patina. It has been incorporated into a circular bench and planter amenity for an upscale corporate interior in Westlake Village, California. Water Studio brought to life this feature that was designed by Studio Blitz and photographed by Kim Rodgers. Water flows from the upper reflecting pool down the wall, off a drip edge, and into a pool covered with river rocks, creating a dynamic focal point in the office lounge area.

A custom water veil standing 6 ft. tall and 10 ft. wide with a 6 ft. wide copper rivulet podium welcomes visitors to this rooftop patio seating area at a new luxury condominium building in Culver City, CA. The never-ending waves and sound of falling rivulets create a peaceful atmosphere within this city landscape.

Three mesmerizing Water Veils bring moving water to this mission style courtyard in Rancho Santa Fe, CA. Standing 10 ft. tall, each 3 ft. wide Water Veil is positioned within a desert landscape bed adjacent to a seating area with a fire pit. Water cascades down the stainless steel mesh screens, creating captivating waves that add a soothing ambiance seen from both inside the home and while enjoying the courtyard.

Three, 9 ft. tall, curved water veils with powder coated stainless steel cladding sit in a 12 ft. wide basin within the interior courtyard space of a private home in The Madison Club in La Quinta, CA. The playful alternating curves suggest a movement like the waves of water that flow down each water veil. Illuminated with underwater lights, the evening effect provides a secondary appearance that welcomes viewers to the adjacent outdoor seating area.

This stone clad rivulet ledge stretches 17 ft. across a stucco entry wall to a private Beverly Hills, CA estate. Water rivulets pour 3 ft. downward from brass spouts into a 4 ft. wide exposed pool lined with river rocks. Linear strip lighting will illuminate the feature at night and provide a warm welcome to the property.

This 6 ft. tall by 6 ft. wide water veil with a 4 ft. wide copper rivulet podium sits aside an outdoor shower in a private estate within The Madison Club, an exclusive private residential community located in La Quinta, California. The mesmerizing waves and rivulets add the ongoing presence of water within this desert retreat.

Made of smooth copper finished in a dark bronze patina, this infinity podium water feature is located on a rooftop deck that overlooks the downtown Los Angeles skyline. The 3 ft. wide upper pool reflects the blue sky while endless water waves seamlessly flow down the vertical surfaces. Underwater LED lights illuminate the cascading wave patterns and are surrounded by a bed of beach pebbles.

This substantial 7 ft. diameter custom black granite bowl fountain celebrates the motor court arrival experience of this private Beverly Hills estate. Circular laminar water sheets overflow from the central nozzle into a bed of Mexican river rocks. Underwater white LEDs lights illuminate the falling water to create an added visual display in the evening.

This curved infinity edge podium fountain spans nearly 20 ft. long of a neoclassical style patio in Los Angeles, CA. Five illuminated nozzles create gentle waves that overflow all four sides into a lower pool. Composed of Absolute black granite with a frontal drip ledge this water feature is a modern re-imagining of a classic courtyard fountain.

This enormous bowl feature marks the grand motor court entrance of the new luxury condominiums at Landmark II Tower in Brentwood, CA. The cast concrete bowl measures 18 ft. long by 15 ft. wide and weighs approximately 27,000 lbs. Water flows from the bowl’s center and pours over the north and south ends to create dramatic 5 ft. wide by 3 ft. tall glass-like water sheets. Underwater LED lights illuminate this impressive cascading water effect from below. Stainless steel splash catch openings surrounded by a bed of polished black beach pebbles capture and recirculate the falling water.

This 18 ft. wide by 8 ft. tall water veil is the focal point of a new modern office lobby in downtown Los Angeles, CA. Situated behind the reception desk, the water wall’s dynamic movement and subtle sound of falling water welcomes clients and creates a calming waiting room experience. Clad in a white metal surround the water feature basin extends an additional 4 ft. on one side to accommodate a planter bed.

Three frameless water veils each measuring 3 ft. wide by 9 ft. tall accent a modern home’s casita at The Vintage Club in Indian Wells, CA. Composed of a heavy gauge stainless steel mesh and suspended from the roof, the water veils are architecturally integrated into the front façade to display cascading waves and sounds of trickling water. They create a unique point of interest that draws viewers into the casita’s entryway. Finishes used throughout the property are incorporated into the water veil design including contrasting dark powder coated upper cladding with light-colored stonework covering the water feature basin.

We recently installed two water features for the new Fountain Lofts luxury condominiums in West Hollywood, CA. The nearly 20 ft. long entry water fountain is composed of an upper reflecting pool with a stainless steel runnel pouring into a lower receiving basin. Lively sounds of falling water combined with underwater lighting animate the feature to create a dynamic landmark that welcomes residents and visitors to the property. Once inside, an 11 ½ ft. tall water veil complements a peaceful seating area with the soothing look of cascading waves and calming sounds of water slowly falling onto Mexican beach pebbles. Both water features promote health and wellness within the busy urban living context of this Los Angeles city.

Two new water features, a sculptural fountain and water veil, complete Sage Glendale Senior Living’s new luxury community in Glendale, CA. Located in the central courtyard, the sculpture is composed of two offset stainless steel circular halves that feature a variety of water textures. Measuring 3 ft. tall the sculpture’s upper trough is a reflecting pool that spills water over each surface falling off at the bottom edge to form individual drops. Situated in another patio area, the water veil is made of a stainless steel mesh screen that measures 16 ft. wide by 7 ft. tall. Creating never-ending waves of mesmerizing textures water falls down the mesh screen into a lower bed of river rocks. Each water feature is both visually elegant and audibly vibrant to create a welcoming space for residents and visitors alike.

Three mesmerizing Water Veils and two Studiomade Infinity fountains accent a courtyard in a contemporary residence within The Madison Club, an exclusive private residential community located in La Quinta, California. Standing nearly 11 ft. tall, the Water Veils mirror three windows and sit just beneath the finished ceiling to seamlessly integrate into the surrounding architecture. Water cascades down the stainless steel mesh screens, creating captivating waves that add a soothing ambiance seen from both the interior of the garage and exterior of the courtyard. Nearby two Studiomade Infinities flank the entrance to the home’s expansive living room area. These 6 ft. long podium fountains with three central illuminated nozzles fill the space with the calm sound of moving of water.

Four smooth copper cube podiums with 13 rivulet spouts each span 21 ft. of the exterior patio at the newly renovated Hotel Drover in Fort Worth, Texas. The rivulets pour water from two opposite sides of each cube creating playful crisscross patterns and gentle splashing sounds. Water continues to flow down all four podium sides creating smooth endless waves that fall into a bed of Mexican beach pebbles. Topped with ceramic planters the fountain is the centerpiece of the hotel’s front entryway.

This custom water and fire feature creates a welcoming patio space for Metro Crossing, a master-planned community in Fremont, CA. Two reflecting pools flank a fire pit covered with pebbles creating a contrast in surface texture. Each module is clad in granite and surrounded by Mexican Beach Pebbles with hidden LED lighting to illuminate the feature at night.

Spanning 26 ft. this 115-rivulet water feature creates a stunning focal point for a Hobe Sound, FL backyard overlooking the ocean. A curtain of individual streams lines the edge of the narrow pool, gently pouring water into the lower basin, illuminated from below with a continuous LED lighting strip. 

One of two water features at Hoag Hospital in Newport Beach, CA this water wall is integrated into the Curci & Knauss Memorial Garden. Measuring nearly 8 ft. wide and composed of textured basalt the water wall provides a calming atmosphere to visitors, patients, and hospital staff throughout the facility. 

Five translucent water veils create the illusion of parallel panels of water falling two stories in the lobby of this modern Century City office. Concealed linear LED light fixtures illuminate the veils of slowly moving water from above and below. The unending water waves disappear into a bed of light-colored pebbles efficiently concealing the equipment and utilities. 

This Frameless Water Veil is installed in a private office lobby in Los Angeles, CA and measures 16 ft. wide by 12 ft. tall. Water continually falls down the translucent stainless-steel screen from a narrow slot in the ceiling and disappears into a granite-clad basin covered with black Mexican beach pebbles. The Veil is positioned in front of a large glass wall and lit from above using concealed linear LED lights to illuminate the mesmerizing water textures that can be viewed from both sides.

This stainless-steel fountain installed at a private residence in Mountain View, CA achieves the illusion of a form floating in space. The mirror polish finish reflects the Mexican beach pebbles and vibrant succulent planting within the basin. Lit from below the nozzle and sculpture will glow in the evening.   

The fountain at Mission Cancer Center features water falling down a concrete bowl centered in a recessed stainless steel basin covered with beach pebbles. Water rises from a clear nozzle surrounded by tumbled glass pebbles and illuminated with underwater lighting from below. This water feature provides a tranquil and relaxing element to the outdoor area of the new medical center.

Made by master stone carvers in Italy this 9 ft. tall classical limestone fountain compliments the architecture of this Pasadena home. The fountain stands as the focal point of the motor court as water falls down the multi-tiered sculptural elements into a custom mosaic-tiled pool spanning 12 ft. in diameter. Water Studio brought this feature to life using a modern piping and pump system with adjustable jets that shoot water from the intricately hand-carved flower sculptures below.

A triangular granite pool rises 12 inches from a bed of beach pebbles to reflect the surrounding landscape and the sky. An underground vault with custom designed pump and water filtration system was utilized to provide crystal clear water that continually overflows over the perfectly installed granite weir.

It is the focal point of the contemporary landscape that surrounds the Stadium Tower building in Anaheim, California. This Class A office complex is located near City of Anaheim’s sports stadiums, theme parks, and other popular venues. Water Studio worked with Gensler and Floor Plans Construction to successfully complete the project.

Twelve brass spouts, set within a raised copper podium, pour rivulets of water that continuously fall in front of a nearly 8 ft. tall Water Veil located in the backyard of a newly built home in Pasadena. This Water Veil is combined with a low-height rivulet feature to bring together the visual water texture effect with a tranquil water sound. 

Two complementary water features anchor the North and South ends of the Cal State Fullerton campus Promenade. The water features are tiled with handmade scalene triangles by Fire Clay Tile. Our custom fabricated stainless steel ledges are embedded in the walls and allow water to fall off the tiles to create and additional point of visual interest and tranquil sounds. The South Feature is a triptych of water walls with two “TITANS” text signs displayed on either side of the overhead gateway. The North Feature likewise, is clad in handmade tile with stainless accents and extends 30 ft. long. A generous surround at the base of each water wall invites students, faculty, and staff to sit for a moment and enjoy the pleasant sound and coolness of the water flowing gently down the walls.

Located on The Strand at Hermosa Beach, CA, a low-height 17 ft. long water wall faces the ocean, casting reflections of the beachfront sunsets along the textured water patterns. Water flows down both sides of the water wall, with an 8 ft. long linear fire feature facing the main indoor living space on the opposite side of the water wall. The water wall acts to protect the fire from the ocean breeze, yet provides a warm ambiance to the outdoor space with an unrestricted view of the ocean from the home.

Two textured basalt water walls, one tall & one short, are interconnected through a pond at the entryway of the contemporary home,  Cascading water falls from both features into a pool of water wrapping around the entry court beneath a floating step to the entrance, while an upper pool is level with the front door.

Four water features are located throughout K1 Investment’s newly renovated office building in Manhattan Beach, CA. Strategically placed across multiple floors, the water features add a natural element to the modern space.

Located on the first floor, a 9 ft. wide Water Veil stands along the edge of the north balcony. Water cascades down the mesh screen, adding a soothing ambiance to the modern patio. On the south balcony, another Water Veil was placed directly behind a fire feature. Decorated with wave-like stainless steel embellishments, the 12 ft. wide Water Veil is the focal point of the opposing outdoor space. The illuminated water patterns and sounds of flowing water create a relaxing and tranquil atmosphere for employees and visitors to enjoy.

One of the two features located on the second floor, consists of a copper podium rivulet placed directly in front of a 24. ft. wide Water Veil. Streams of water fall from the custom rivulets on the copper podium, creating peaceful sounds of trickling water. The variations of water textures and materials create a compelling composition for the space. On the opposing side of the second floor, two stainless steel podiums are nested in a basin of river rocks on the north balcony, visible from the main conference room. Water bubbles out of five nozzles, overflowing the pool atop the podiums and gliding down the two mirror-polished podiums.

A granite water wall adds a soothing element to the newly renovated lobby located in a prominent commercial office building in the heart of Beverly Hills. Carefully arranged columns of smooth and textured black granite create water patterns as continuous waves of water gently fall 14 ft. from the ceiling and disappear into a stainless steel basin clad in Italian marble.

Two contrasting, yet correlative water features are the focal points of the entry way and a secluded outside patio in a contemporary home in Malibu, CA.

A Bernar Venet sculpture appears to levitate atop an infinity pool on the secluded patio outside the Malibu home. Standing in a courtyard surrounded by glass windows, the feature is the focal point of the outside patio, and can be seen from any point inside the house. Underwater lighting illuminates the sculpture, creating interesting reflections along the surface of the still pool as it seamlessly disappears along an infinity edge into a hidden pool below. The pool is level with the ground below, creating the visual effect of water extending infinitely or vanishing along the ground plane.

Three stainless steel sculptures stand at the entry way of the modern home. Strategically designed to mimic the curvature of the house, the sculptures compliment the surrounding architecture, yet add a unique, captivating element to the outside patio. Cascading water creates vibrant reflections off the stainless steel surfaces, reflecting the existing greenery surrounding the sculptures as well as the illuminated pond below.

A sculptural copper water wall with bronze patina stands opposite the front door in a contemporary home in the hills of Pacific Palisades, CA. Based on a deconstructed wave, the sculpture works symbiotically with the existing landscape, creating an inviting and soothing ambiance to the entryway courtyard. The collection of curved and flat surfaces with variations in textures, are strategically constructed to compliment the movement of the falling water. Underwater lighting illuminates the patterns that glide along the surfaces of the sculpture, drawing attention to the feature even from inside the home.

White aluminum fins separate variations of textures as water cascades down our granite water wall in a relaxing courtyard at Divcowest in Glendale, CA. Standing 13 ft. tall, the water wall is the focal point of the outside area, working harmoniously with the modern landscape. The textures are created through a variety of different finishes and placed randomly to create a more visually dynamic water feature.

Standing 10 ft. tall in a beautiful Beverly Hills backyard, our rain curtain wall invokes a sense of melody & calmness as water travels up the cantilevered stainless steel frame and emits 500 rain droplets trickle into an infinity edge pool. LED lights change different colors, illuminating the feature & transforming the backyard into a colorful oasis.

Located in an outdoor plaza, the Santa Fe Trail Reflections water sculpture stands as a nationally recognized, permanent outdoor public art installation in the City of El Monte, California. From above, the water feature depicts a proportionally accurate map of the city, portraying its exact location with the placement of a polished sphere on the reflecting black granite pool. A rectangular brass basin surrounds the water feature, with incised lettering and a compass rose, pointing out prominent water ways within and around the city, including the San Gabriel River and Rio Hondo.

Water seamlessly falls along the edge of the copper structure, creating interesting reflections from the surrounding environment. Illuminated by underwater lighting, the installation acts as focal point, sitting in the center of pedestrian plaza.

Three mesmerizing Water Veils accent a courtyard in a contemporary private residence in The Vintage Club, located in Indian Wells, CA. Standing 14 ft. tall, the frameless Water Veils fall from a slot in the ceiling into a courtyard pond, seamlessly clinging to the surface without a splash. Water effortlessly cascades down the stainless steel mesh screens, creating captivating waves that add a soothing ambiance to the modern courtyard. Translucent and clean, the veils compliment the geometric landscape and clean lines of the house.

Situated in the newly rebuilt St. John Vianney Church in Hacienda Heights, CA, this cross-shaped baptismal font represents modern design and functionality. The contemporary font contains a smooth, tranquil water surface that reflects the beautiful surrounding walls and vaulted ceiling. Along the edges of the feature are subtle water walls that provide quiet streams of water. The entire font is made of a rich silicon bronze that compliments the modern architecture.
 

Located in the City National Plaza in downtown Los Angeles, this contemporary water feature creates an urban oasis in the outdoor office courtyard. Made of stainless steel clad in absolute black granite, the perfectly reflective pool continually overflows and disappears into bed of river rocks. This minimal design compliments the adjacent natural foliage and rough stone wall and provides a tranquil reflection of the surrounding city landscape.
 

Water Studio recently completed four free-falling waterfalls at the entry gate of The Vintage Club, a private golf club in Indian Wells, California. This design-build project consisted of redesign of an existing water feature along with full-size mockups, fabrication, and on-site services to install dramatic water falls that can be seen from distance.

Water Studio worked with Oasis West Realty and Matt Construction to design and install the large, three-tiered bronze fountain for the hotel’s entry and smaller low-height fountain for the new Jean Georges restaurant. Both water features were designed using 3d modeling with extensive mockups and testing to provide flawless water effects that exceeded client’s expectations.  We are proud to have been chosen for this project and we wish success to the best luxury hotel in Los Angeles!

Water patterns are visibly present and circulate down our recently built multiple Water Veil that enhances the front entry facade of this stunning Beverly Hills, California residence.

We recently built three reflecting pools with illuminated nozzles that adorn the courtyard entryway at the newly completed Mason residence in Playa Vista, CA.

A 17 ft. tall frameless Water Veil rises from a custom mosaic clad pool with multiple water nozzles. The half-round pool is capped in thick basalt stone. Underwater lights enhance the multiple water effects to create an architectural water feature that enhances this common outdoor space of a retail and office complex in downtown Los Angeles.

Water Studio recently fabricated and installed multiple 3-ton granite water features in a contemporary courtyard in Playa Vista, California. Illuminated water from five bubbling nozzles flow over the monolithic granite block and disappear into a custom-cut brass grate covering the recessed basin.

Water Studio worked with Office of the Designed Landscape to produce four strategically placed 14 ft. long linear, infinity-edge pools at Edmunds.com corporate headquarters. Water from the reflecting pools overflow into contemporary white basins creating the tranquil sound of water. The combination of light, sound, and water movement enhances their outdoor environment.

Our second water feature at Playa Vista development is a triangular reflecting pond that is recessed into the ground with tiered illuminated steps. The pond is home to blooming water lilies, providing a bit of nature in an urban environment surrounded by concrete.

We recently worked with Berliner Architects to install a new stainless steel podium water feature at Temple Beth Sholom in Santa Ana, California. This elegant centerpiece of the garden features series of illuminated jets in a dark reflecting pool that reflects the sky opposite the synagogue, adding light, texture, and movement.

Water Studio recently completed multiple water and fire features at a golf resort in Indian Wells, CA. One of the main water feature consists of rivulets of water that fall around a floating patio overlooking the main lake.

A 32 ft. wide textured granite water wall consisting of 2-inch thick custom fabricated granite slabs was recently installed at a courtyard in an office building in Beverly Hills, CA.  Underwater LED lights illuminate the wall to accentuate the water textures and movement. A custom fire pit with automated controls was also installed in the courtyard to provide a welcoming and tranquil lounge area for the employees and visitors.

Our latest stainless steel water wall was recently installed in a courtyard in San Mateo, California. Water runs down the 8 ft. tall satin-finish stainless steel surfaces on all sides and disappears into a brushed stainless steel basin covered with river rocks.  This 11 ft. wide water wall was fabricated, delivered, and installed in one piece.

We installed a custom water & fire feature at the Casa Mira View residential community in San Diego, CA; it is a stunning center-piece at the entrance of the luxury residential complex. Two curved stainless steel water veils are framed in copper cladding with a bronze patina finish. Standing at 25 ft. and 15 ft. tall, the veils interlock around a central flame column that is set ablaze at regular intervals.

Water Studio recently designed, fabricated, and installed three new water features in the central courtyard at National Modern Living in Los Angeles, California. Each water feature consists of rectangular stainless steel fountain that seems to float above a succulent planter.  Water shoots up from five nozzles and sheets down the polished stainless steel surfaces. A gentle sound of falling water can be heard as rivulets of water fall on to small beach pebbles covering the planter. The custom nozzles allow the concealed white LED light to illuminate the dancing water at night. The contemporary custom planters with powder coated stainless steel finish were also designed and fabricated by Water Studio.

This curved water veil was installed in a new contemporary residence in Dana Point, California. Built as a geometric continuation of an existing curved wall at the entrance, the water feature stands at 7.5 ft. high and 10 ft. wide. Water flows down the stainless steel veil into a hidden recessed basin.

This exterior water fountain in Glendale, CA is set in a courtyard of a public plaza. The concrete basin stands at 4 ft. 3 in. high and 29 ft. wide.  Water bubbles from the three jet nozzles in the center of pool flow down a curved water wall with a granite weir edge.  Three large underwater lights illuminate the stone-paved wall from a recessed basin to highlight the cascading water pattern.

We worked with Gensler and Hensel Phelps to design and build a 18 ft. wide granite water wall in the newly opened Star Alliance lounge in the international terminal of LAX. Read more about it here!http://www.henselphelps.com/news/hensel-phelps-celebrates-new-star-alliance-premier-lounge-at-la

We designed, fabricated, and installed a textured glass water wall at the new Montage Residence Offices in Beverly Hills, California. The sea-blue glass water wall stands approximately 7 ft. tall by 5 ft. wide with textured surface on one side to create cascading waves of water. Crushed blue glass pebbles cover the basin to compliment the blue hue of the water wall. Photos courtesy of ORES Beverly Hills office and Plush Home.

Water Studio completed a beautiful water feature for a newly opened HEB grocery chain in Austin, TX. Seven custom-made glass panels form a 8 ft. arch over the entrance to Cafe Mueller. Water flows down the laminated colored glass into a concrete basin, flanked by three small bubbling fountains on either side. Photography by Jessica Mims.

The center piece in the lobby of the new Embassy Suites in Chattanooga, TN is a Water Studio feature consisting of two interlocking curves that showcases multiple textures of water within a sculptural form. The curved Water Veil with bronze frame allows water to trickle down the translucent stainless steel screen from a height of 14 ft.  On the shorter feature, water continuously overflows from the curved copper wall into a bed of polished black river rocks. The asymmetry of the sculptural forms with moving water engages the hotel guests from various locations within the lobby.

The new Water Veils at Newport Bay Towers are two of the tallest ever built for outdoors. The taller Water Veil near the swimming pool is over 45 ft. tall. The 35 ft. tall veil in the central courtyard also features a mosaic tiled fountain pool with multiple water nozzles and a split basalt fountain in three sections. Powerful LED lights from DDP/Emerge were utilized to illuminate the Water Veils at night.

We recently designed, fabricated, and installed a 20 ft. tall, illuminated water feature for Glendale Adventist Medical Center in Glendale, CA. The water feature consists of a 20 ft. tall curved Water Veil framed in brushed stainelss steel. Color changing LED lights were utilized to slowly change the color of water from inside the curved structure. A polished stainless steel reflecting pool surrounds the curved Water Veil and gently overflows to create a complimentary water effect.

A 9 ft. wide by 14 ft. tall Water Veil stands in between the pool deck and the driveway of a contemporary home in Beverly Hills, California. Water continually runs down the translucent stainless steel screen and disappears into a narrow stainless steel basin covered with black river rocks.  In the entry garden area, a 3 ft. wide by 20 ft. tall curved copper column with bronze patina rises next to the main staircase. Water falls down the textured concave surfaces and smooth outer surfaces, creating two complimentary water patterns that flow into a recessed stainless steel basin. The half-cylindrical copper tower is visible from the entry garden and from the interior of the multi-story home.

A recessed copper water wall, approximately 14 ft. wide and 11 ft. tall, was recently installed at a contemporary home in Laguna Beach, California. The textured copper water wall and stepped catch basin were inset into an existing plaster wall and concrete steps. A remote pump system with programmable flow control valves was utilized to enhance the cascading water effects.

Water Studio recently worked with CalAsia Construction to build the new mosaic-tiled water wall at the Rosa Mexicano restaurant in San Francisco. The multi-colored water wall is over 30 ft. wide and is the main focal point of the newly-opened restaurant. Cascading water runs down the iridescent glass tiles and behind 119 diver figures that are positioned in a diving motion.

Two large water features were recently designed and built at the new Amada America’s manufacturing center in Brea, California.  Each water feature is approximately 33 ft. long and 12 ft. wide and are positioned perpendicular to each other on each side of the main entry.  From the top of each reflecting pool, water falls down textured basalt and falls into an overflowing granite pool that rises 1 ft. above the dry river rock bed.  A large concrete reservoir tank was used along with equipment in a concrete vault to clean and circulate the water.

Water Studio designed, fabricated, and installed an 11 ft. tall exterior glass and stone water feature at Tribeca West in West Los Angeles, California. This free-standing water feature consists of four, 6 ft. wide glass panels that overlap to create an 18 ft. wide water wall that becomes the focal point of the newly remodeled office complex.

The innovative structural design allows the frameless glass panels to be suspended with minimal structural frame. Extensive engineering and testing were conducted to build a structurally sound water feature that can withstand the strong wind loads and also meets local building codes. In front of the water wall (facing the lounge area) a low-height textured stone water feature continually overflows to create a reflecting pool with the soft sound of falling water.

A new 24 ft. tall water feature at Unical Aviation in California consists of an 18 ft. tall column of fire burning inside two curved Water Veils with water falling down translucent stainless steel. The interlocking veils rise from a 22 ft. round reflecting pool that continuously overflows over textured basalt, creating a circular wall of white water. A cloud of fog surrounds the veils, emphasizing the primal elements of the feature. A series of white LED lights illuminate the water effects, and playful laminar jets interact with viewers walking near the lower pool.

This monolithic granite water wall is located at the L.A. branch of the famous Milk Studios in New York City.  Water Studio provided design, engineering, fabrication, and on-site adjustment services for the water wall, which serves as a tranquil backdrop to a spacious terrace.  The size and simplicity of the feature are eye catching, complemented by the dancing reflection of moving water on the surface of the reflecting pool.

An innovative glass water wall stands in front of a staircase in the entry lobby of the new design LAB headquarters in Gardena, California. The three glass panels are frameless and appear to float above the beach pebble covered basin. The floating glass allows water to drip in rivulets creating the pleasing sound of flowing water. A glass curtain wall system with brushed stainless steel “spider” brackets is used to support the glass panels. The water distribution header is concealed above the ceiling and the company logo is subtly etched on the backside of the center glass panel.

The glass water wall was installed in mid-July, and fresh, new photos (seen below) were snapped by a professional photographer just last week.

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This water sculpture is located in a residential backyard within an inviting outdoor dining space, yet visible through the kitchen window.  The sculpture consists of two offset half-round stainless steel structures with a granite-lined upper pool.  The sculpture is 3 ft. tall and approximately 2 ½ ft. wide.  The varied textures of water are showcased in this work with the perfectly still pool at the top, cascading water down polished stainless steel, and falling rivulets at the bottom make the sculpture appear to float.  Underwater lighting is used to illuminate the center gap and river rocks cover the bottom basin.

Spanning the lobby’s entire main wall in a corporate headquarters, this black granite water wall’s aesthetic impact is comparable only to its incredible scale. At a width of 19 ft. and a height of 27 ft., the wall fills the viewer’s visual extents while climbing or descending the glass-treaded staircase. Underwater lights at the base and recessed lights in the ceiling enhance the gently cascading waves of water. A remote pump and filtration system with ultraviolet light water treatment is utilized to provide a perfectly functioning water feature that will become the focal point of the lobby.

Measuring 22 ft. tall and 11 ft. wide, this two story water wall was designed to follow the arc of the main curved wall in the grand room of a contemporary home.  Water cascades down the entire textured copper wall surface and falls into a bed of polished river rocks.  A series of underwater lights illuminate the wall from below and accentuate the water patterns as they form and fall from above.  The water wall is a prominent and dynamic feature of the home, serving as the backdrop for the grand stairway.

A 22 ft. tall spiral water feature was recently installed at the new Children’s Hospital in Omaha, Nebraska.  The spiral form complements the surrounding space in a whimsical manner, mimicking other sculptural forms in the space.  Water Studio worked with HDR and Kiewit Building Group to design and install this innovative water feature.

The design and fabrication process involved extensive engineering and testing that included 3D modeling and complex metal forming.  Some details include curved horizontal “ribbons” that reinforce and complement the spiral shape and pure white LED strip lighting to illuminate the twisting Water Veil.  The granite pavers which surround the water feature were also sandblasted to match the graphical pattern in the terrazzo flooring. The hospital is still under construction and is expected to open its doors this fall.

Located in the outdoor lounge area of a new Bel Air residence, designed by Landry Design Group, our latest fire and water feature consists of five curved copper structures in various heights and widths that surround a large flame located in the center of a shallow reflecting pool clad in granite. The outer surfaces of the curved structures are ridged to create cascading waves of water. Underwater lights and dancing fire on water illuminate the sculpture at night.

The newly constructed Methodist Women’s Hospital in Omaha, Nebraska is now home to Water Studio’s tallest curved Water Veil.  Designed in collaboration with HDR and installed by Meyers Carlisle Leapley and Davis Erection Company, this water feature shines as the new hospital’s focal point in the lobby.

 The unique arrangement of the water feature’s three elements creates a diverse form which appears to change with vantages throughout the lobby. Two free-standing, curved Water Veils, 12 ft. and 26 ft. tall, are clad in polished and brushed stainless steel to match other finishes in the space. Water flows over the surfaces of a 5 ft. natural basalt stone column which intersects the tall Water Veil. Underwater lights accentuate the cascading water textures on the Water Veils and the basalt column.  Black granite pavers and a terrazzo surround conceal the stainless steel basin.

The 11 ft. tall by 15 ft. wide curved water feature at Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort & Spa immediately greets guests entering the main lobby.  The water feature artfully pierces and provides the playful illusion of water falling from the ceiling.  The custom white glass tile frames the Water Veil and wraps around the basin. This quiet and mesmerizing water feature has become one of the top attractions at the resort.

 The Fire/Water Feature, approximately 5 ft. by 8 ft. is located in the outdoor bar and restaurant patio with incredible views of the Pacific Ocean and Dana Point Harbor. A single row of flame emits from a narrow gap between two infinity edge reflecting pools made out of copper with bronze patina. The juxtaposition of fire and water in such close proximity provides an amazing display at night.

One of the tallest Water Veils ever built, the stainless steel Water Veil at Studio 837 Condominium in Studio City, CA is over 35 ft. tall.  The water feature can be seen from both sides and is located in the main atrium space.

Two large copper water walls are nearly complete at the Promenade in Long Beach, CA.  The water walls, designed in collaboration wtih Jon Cicchetti Landscape Architects, mimic the ocean topography of Long Beach Harbor. Water falls down all sides of the copper structure and disappears into a stainless steel basin covered with red granite pavers.

A glass rain tower, approximately 1 1/2 ft. square by 8 ft. high stands within a pool in the entry courtyard of a private residence in Playa del Rey, California. A series of low-height square water sculptures float above the water in the surrounding pools.

Water Studio designed and fabricated seven frameless Water Veils for the new spa lounge at The St. Regis Princeville Resort in Kauai.  The frameless Water Veils consist of concealed stainless steel structural frames that allow water to fall down the translucent screens without any frames.  The cascading water on the screens fall continuously and are visible from both sides.  Underwater lights are used to accentuate the distinctive water textures.

The spa was designed by WATG and built by Unlimited Construction Services of Hawaii.

Recently completed for Topson Downs in Culver City, this water feature designed by our principal, Sean So, was approved by the Cultural Affairs Commission as fulfilling Culver City’s Art in Public Places Program requirements.

The water feature is a wall mounted copper relief that floats above the reception area. Approximately 6 1/2 ft. tall by 9 ft. wide, the water wall is composed of five stepped vertical copper panels with irregular machined ridges. The machined ridges of each panel manipulate the flow of water, creating a variety of water textures within a single object. The recessed and protruding panels help to accentuate the changing water textures that are constant, but ever changing. Water continually flows from the top of the water wall and disappears into an intricate trough that follows the shapes and textures of the copper panels. All copper surfaces have a bronze patina to provide a warm background that will change over time. From a distance, the water wall appears to be static and smooth, and as the viewer approaches, subtle but very distinct and fluctuating textures are revealed. Underwater lights illuminate the flowing water and highlight its natural elegance.

The public art project for the City of Whittier, CA is located on Washington Blvd. at the entry to Presbyterian Inter-community Hospital’s new medical office building.  The project was commissioned by the hospital to fulfill their public art requirement and also to provide an inviting feature that can be seen from the street.  The design was developed by our principal, Sean So and approved by the City of Whittier’s public arts committee.  The water feature is made primarily of absolute black granite, with stepped, multiple tiers.  Each tier provides a unique water effect.

The first of two water features were installed at the new Huntington Outpatient Pavilion Breast Center in Pasadena, CA.  A curved Water Veil with a granite infinity pool rises from a half-round base.

Designed in collaboration with Skarphol Associates, the water feature for Aera Energy is a multiple-panel, recessed glass water wall with curved stainless steel trough, sandblasted gradation, and etched logo. The gradient fade of the glass provides privacy between the building lobby and the new wellness center.