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Award-Winning Landscape Design & Pond Installation in Seattle
Falling Water Designs is an award-winning landscape design and pond installation company serving the greater Seattle area. Since 2000, we have specialized in creating custom water features, koi ponds, and outdoor living spaces that harmonize with nature. Our team combines decades of hands-on experience with deep expertise in aquatic ecosystems to deliver low-maintenance, sustainable designs. We pride ourselves on personalized service, from initial consultation to expert installation and ongoing maintenance. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our use of premium materials, attention to detail, and dedication to client satisfaction.With over 50 years of combined experience in fish and plant health, we ensure every project supports thriving ecosystems. Our portfolio includes formal fountains, natural waterfalls, and urban gardens tailored to client needs. We offer comprehensive services including irrigation, lighting, and container gardens to complete outdoor spaces. Our reputation for excellence has been built through consistent delivery of innovative solutions and exceptional customer care. We remain at the forefront of industry advancements to provide cutting-edge yet reliable services to homeowners and businesses alike.
Services
Landscape Design
Water Features
Pond Services
Irrigation
Lighting
Container Gardens
Furniture Installation
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We offer over 50 years combined experience in aquatic ecosystem design and maintenance
- Our team specializes in fish and plant health for sustainable water features
- We provide comprehensive maintenance plans for year-round pond care
- We use premium materials and guarantee our installation workmanship
- We offer customized design solutions for both residential and commercial properties
What people say
Most helpful people ever
Excellent job cleaning ponds
Amazing value
Prompt service
Beautiful natural designs
Services
Landscape Design
Our comprehensive landscape design service creates customized outdoor spaces tailored to your vision and property. We provide site analysis, concept development, and material selection with a focus on sustainable, low-maintenance solutions. Our process includes detailed planning for hardscaping, plant material, and water features that integrate seamlessly with your home environment.
Water Features
We design and install custom water features ranging from koi ponds to formal fountains. Our expertise includes naturalistic waterfalls, container water gardens, and large-scale installations. Each project incorporates proper filtration systems and aquatic plant integration to ensure long-term functionality and aesthetic appeal while complementing your existing landscape.
Pond Services
Our pond maintenance services ensure year-round health of your aquatic ecosystem. We offer spring cleanings, seasonal maintenance, and emergency repairs. Services include water quality testing, equipment maintenance, and aquatic plant management to preserve both fish health and system functionality through all weather conditions.
Irrigation
We provide complete irrigation solutions for both new and existing landscapes. Our services include system design, installation, and maintenance tailored to Pacific Northwest climate challenges. We specialize in water-efficient systems that promote plant health while minimizing waste through smart controller technology and proper zone management.
Lighting
Our low-voltage lighting designs enhance nighttime enjoyment of outdoor spaces. We install functional and decorative lighting systems that highlight architectural features, pathways, and water elements. Our solutions combine safety considerations with aesthetic enhancement using energy-efficient LED technology for long-term reliability and reduced operating costs.
People
Rick Perry
Owner & Lead Landscape Designer
With over 30 years of experience, Rick founded Falling Water Designs in 2000 after building his first pond at age 15. He specializes in integrating natural water features with sustainable landscape design and has contributed to industry publications like Koi World Magazine.
Ken Hunt
Owner & Landscape Supervisor
Ken brings nearly 30 years of water garden expertise, including nine years at an aquatic nursery. He specializes in pond construction, plant material selection, and fish health management, having taught industry seminars on various aquatic gardening topics.
Lauren Perry
Nursery Manager
Lauren has led installation crews at Falling Water Designs since 2002, focusing on plant selection and garden implementation. Her background with the Washington Parks Department informs her approach to creating functional, aesthetically pleasing outdoor spaces.
Shaggy
Landscape Lead
As Landscape Lead since 2016, Shaggy oversees installation teams with a focus on quality craftsmanship. He ensures proper implementation of design plans while maintaining the company's standards for natural-looking water feature integration.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We serve Seattle and surrounding communities including Bothell, Bellevue, Sammamish, Redmond, Kirkland, and Monroe.
Do you offer pond maintenance plans?
Yes, we offer seasonal cleanings and bi-weekly/monthly maintenance visits for ongoing pond care.
Can you repair existing water features?
We provide repair services for all types of water features, including emergency repairs outside regular hours.
What's included in a spring pond cleaning?
Our spring cleaning includes draining, scrubbing, water quality testing, equipment checks, and aquatic plant maintenance.
Do you design landscapes without water features?
Yes, we offer complete landscape design services that may include hardscaping, planting plans, and outdoor living spaces without water elements.
How do you handle winter pond care?
We provide fall preparation services including equipment winterization, plant care, and water quality adjustments for fish safety during cold months.
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Reviews (6)
Cindy Micleu
Jun 02, 2022
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I could not be happier with both the beautiful design of my pond as well as the amazing ease and functionality of the pump, filter and UV system that Falling Water Designs installed in my yard. They are very skilled and knowledgeable and also very pleasant to have working at my home. I felt like they took great pride in their work and rally cared about making sure I was happy with my pond. The pond cleaning they do is incredibly thorough and my pond is clear, beautiful, and koi are healthy and happy too. They are busy (because their work is so good) so you may have to wait to get on their schedule, but it is totally worth it!
Taryn Perrigoue
May 23, 2022
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Critical: Professionalism Terrible customer service. Called to see if they service our area to get some pond work done and the person was not friendly and not helpful what so ever. Don't recommend them at all!
Jeff Hendricks
Apr 08, 2022
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Ken and Shaggy (and the rest of the team at Falling Waters) did a great job on our Koi pond! They listened to our ideas and integrated them with their creative expertise to build a twin waterfall and pond design that exceeded our high expectations! We highly recommend them, not only for their amazing value, but also for their prompt service and after care as well.
Betz Bernhard
Feb 17, 2022
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Falling Water Designs did a wonderful job cleaning our two ponds. They carefully saved all the frogs and fish in holding containers they brought with them for that purpose. They cleaned the ponds with sensitivity so as not to kill the dragonfly larvae and animals that might be burrowing in the mud. When they were finished the rocks looked beautiful and I was very happy. The frogs were returned to our pond and the fish went to a friend of mine with a big natural pond in the country!
Deb Dane
Aug 08, 2021
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I can't be happier with the service provided by Ken and Shaggy. They did a wonderful job of cleaning out my fish pond which hadn't been cleaned in at least 10 years. They were professional, friendly and provided lots of useful information. They took good care of my fish (and amphibious creatures) and plants. If you haven't been to the location in Monroe, that's also worth a visit. Very pleased with the whole experience.
Suzanne Pierce
Apr 29, 2021
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I had tried to DIY a water feature for two decades with limited results. I finally researched and hired the very best. The team was amazing, so considerate of my aesthetic and maintenance goals. They didn't upsell me, & in fact explained why a smaller design was better for my house resale value. I have lived with this beautiful new landscape for 6 months now & it is the best $ I've ever spent for my home. This is top design, fairly priced, by a family with integrity.
