The power of water has been touted throughout history. It’s flowing movement is known to calm the mind and revive the spirit. From a scientific standpoint, evaporating water produces negative ions that can lower stress hormones and boost moods.
In addition to creating a sense of calm, adding a water feature to your backyard also attracts wildlife such as birds, squirrels and frogs, can cut down on noise pollution, and tend to be low maintenance.
Whether you’d like a natural look with a small pond, want to keep it simple with a fountain or birdbath, or are ready to go all out with a modern-day moat, SpaceWise offers some creative ideas to transform your backyard into a paradise.