There’s nothing quite so soothing as the sound of gurgling or rushing water as it streams through. Having a water feature can be a delightfully de-stressing, emotionally balancing thing. But, unfortunately, not all of us have a ton of space for one – or we don’t want to invest in a pond or give up the space we do have.
For those reasons – and probably many others – a water wall is a great alternative. You can still have that beautiful flowing water and soothing sound without the loss of much space or the energy investment that pond upkeep requires.
So, check out these gorgeous ideas for your own water walls that could make for the perfect choice for your front or backyard or even indoor spaces!
Patio Water wall “Curtain”
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For those with patios, a water wall “curtain” is the perfect fit. This takes no extra space, adds a hint of privacy, and still gives that beautiful sound of rushing water.
Free-Standing “Mirror” Water wall
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This water wall concept uses a freestanding framework with a mirror surface for a constant flow of water over a silvery panel. The freestanding aspect of this makes it a little more challenging than some models, but if you can anchor it properly, there’s a certain magical touch to this one that those with standard frames just don’t have. It’s almost like a water portal to an unknown world.
Copper Backed Water wall
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For a unique texture and color to your water wall, consider working with a copper-backed wall that reflects and bounces off the colors in a fun, unique way. It definitely gives privacy, too, so it’s a perfect solution for someone needing a small section of a privacy wall in the backyard.
Water wall “Window”
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If you’ve got some space where looking out (or in) doesn’t require clarity, using a water wall instead of a standard window might be a nice solution. Presumably, this is best suited to covered outdoor spaces or on the other side of an actual window (to prevent leakage!), but either way, it’s an intriguing way to view the world from your living space.
DIY Indoor Lighted Brick Water Wall
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If you love colorful lights and water together, this YouTube tutorial can show you how to make a lighted indoor water wall with vibrant LEDs.
DIY Indoor “Fishing String” Water Wall
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This particular water wall almost looks like a series of fishing lines hung from the ceiling, shooting down in the perfect flow. The beautiful wall is a unique choice for your indoor space.
Three-Paned Glass Water wall
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For a nice subtle addition of privacy or just a free-standing water feature, this three-paneled concept is a great choice for a beautiful space just about anywhere. You can probably purchase the right one for your space, or, if you’re crafty, you might be able to DIY one from old shower glass.
Blue and White Tiled Water wall Into Pond
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If you’ve got a pond already or are open to adding one to your space, you can create this sort of modern pond with a water wall using concrete and blue and white tiles. The feature has a bit of a public space feel, so you may want to adjust a little with the pond, but overall it’s a gorgeous idea that you could hire someone to make it easier or make for yourself if you’re handy.
Silver Water wall Sheet on Wood
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If you’ve already got an attract wall in your indoor or outdoor space, you could take this concept of a water sheet on a wooden wall into the hand. The wall doesn’t have to be super solid or overly well-built, either, because the water wall supports itself.
7-Color LED Spillway
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This 7-color LED spillway is the perfect way to create a water wall in whatever space you’ve got. The spillway affixes to existing walls, making it the perfect addition to existing features in your yard or home.
Bubble Light Wall Sconce
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Not a traditional water wall, certainly, but this little wall sconce is the perfect solution for folks looking for a modern, vibrant, small space water wall type feature without the big expense, effort, or time-consuming feature.
Free-Standing Brick and Concrete Block Water wall
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Want something with a little more “meat” to it? Consider skipping the invisible aspects and go with a brick and concrete water wall you make from scratch. Basically, the concept is that you create the pool from the concrete blocks, lined of course, and a brick wall up from the pool as the actual water wall itself. It’s an attractive alternative for someone nervous about having giant sheets of glass around.
DIY Outdoor Water Wall Privacy Screen
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For an inexpensive, moderately easy creation, this DIY water wall tutorial from Interior Frugalista is the way to go. It’s perfect for outdoor use on the patio and adds a bit of privacy to that vulnerable space.
Water Blade Fountain
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A water blade water wall fountain is a great alternative for folks looking for a solid feature in the landscaping. You can add it to an old outdoor fireplace or build a new setting for it.
Staircase Waterfall Wall
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For your indoor (or outdoor!) spaces with stairs, a unique twist on a water wall is letting that water flow down the stairs. Well, not the parts you walk on, of course. It’s a small, unique way to have a water feature without losing space or requiring a wall separating off spaces from each other.
Fire and Water Place
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For those looking for some earthy elements, a fire and water place is a perfect choice! The concept combines the water wall with a fireplace for an intriguing, almost rustic, and ethereal touch in one unique space.
Poolside Water Wall
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If you’ve got a pool where a high privacy wall could come in handy, you could easily turn that into a water wall of almost any type. The wall already has the perfect place to pour water in, as well, which also helps to keep your pool circulating and the water fresher and cleaner overall. Absolutely a win-win-win!
Inside the Falls Water Wall
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If you’ve got an overhang overlooking a pool or similarly attractive space, you may want to consider installing a water wall that basically creates a waterfall entryway. It’s a bit of a magical, fantastical piece, so admittedly it won’t suit everyone’s taste, but anyone wanting a little adventure would probably enjoy this tiny peek into wonder every time they step that way.
Framed Stone Water wall
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If you’re looking for more of a fountain-style water wall or something that won’t take up an entire wall, you could consider something like a half-wall piece. This framed stone water wall concept is basically a brick wall with a water blade built-in. The frame gives the water feature a bit more distinct structure and an added element of interest.
“Iceberg” Water wall
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It’s not a real iceberg, but using glass or plexiglass or even clear glass structures to create a textured look and feel to the backside of your water wall could be super fun and creative way to explore the concept. It would be an especially refreshing look for warmer climates or for folks who love a winter wonderland.
Multi-Panel Free-Standing Water wall
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For those with more space or a longer length of space to cover, a multi-paneled free-standing water wall might be the right solution. You can find them with frames or without and, in many cases, use as many panels as desired to create the full effect of a large waterfall effect.
Rustic Tin Water wall
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If you love the idea of a water wall but want to use recycled materials, consider finding some old tin or corrugated roofing sheets for your water wall. As long as nobody’s planning to drink from the pool below, the material can be recycled to create the back of the wall. Attach to a frame or an existing wall for best results.
Lighted Concrete Poolside Water wall
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If you’ve got a pool already installed, you can add some luxury to one end or another by building in a concrete water wall with built-in lighting. The effects give you more beauty and more functionality in one, keeping the pool water circulating while also allowing you to use the pool into the evening, thanks to the added lights.
Curved Concrete Water wall
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Just because you’re building a water wall doesn’t mean you can use some curvature. A rounded water wall can add some nice textures to your overall landscaping or interior space. Curving could also allow that water wall to fit into an odd space or uniquely shaped room.
Indoor Free-Standing Box Water wall
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If you’re more into buying a water wall than building one or having one custom-made for you, you may want to consider this indoor free-standing box water wall for your home. The simple piece is easy to install and adds all the beauty of a water wall without a lot of hassle or major expense.
App-Controlled Bubble Wall
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Or, if you’re feeling a little uncomfortable with a live water wall because of kids or pets, you could consider this app-controlled bubble wall. It adds bubbles and vibrant, exciting lighting for some happy vibes indoors.
Free-Standing Copper and Slate Water wall
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Another pre-made, easy-install option is this free-standing copper and slate water wall. The beautiful water wall is a delightful play in contrasts and makes for an easy change in the home or office without a lot of hassle.
Blue Water Framed Water wall Into Pool
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If you’ve got a pool or want to build one, this water wall is a great way to add some texture and functional fun to the space. The framed water wall should be safe for entry into the pool (i.e., should be built with some durability!) so that folks can glide through on their way into the water.
Indoor “Peekaboo” Water wall
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For a stunning room divider, consider installing this “peekaboo” water wall concept. The beautiful rushing water adds to the atmosphere while giving some practical division of space for whatever your purposes may be.
Arched Glass Water wall
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When you properly frame a water wall, you can add unique shapes like an arch to create extra layers of interest to the visual of the already appealing water feature. Consider brick entryways, for example, as your inspiration, or a curved archway window frame.
Decorative Moss and Water wall
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For a fun outdoor space addition, consider combining the concepts of a planted wall with a water wall. You’ll need a blade or similar water wall piece that will project out over the plants without constantly watering them, though, or they’ll drown!
Statue and Fountain Water wall
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Art lovers could combine a favorite piece of statuary or outdoor sculpture into their garden with a water wall for the backdrop. Bring the space close to the home or let it be the centerpiece of the garden.
Free-Standing Wave Wall
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You could find a wave water wall piece to install indoors or outdoors. By wave, I simply mean that the water wall has some ripple to the shape of it, even if the back of the wall is flat. This adds some intriguing texture and interest.
DIY Galvanized Bucket Trickling Water wall
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For those with a DIY flare, you could create a simple water wall using a galvanized bucket and metal framework, as found in this Instagram post. You would need some welding skills or at least a friend who’s got them!
Full Wall Bubble Wall
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If you love the idea of a bubble or water wall but don’t feel comfortable having an “open-air” option in your home, there are some models that have the water enclosed. Consider connecting with a contractor for this creation.
Wall-Mounted Indoor/Outdoor Polyresin Water wall
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This wall-mounted indoor-outdoor polyresin water wall is another great pre-built choice. The curve of the wall adds a lot of visual interest to the already beautiful concept of a water wall.
Color Change Sensory Play LED Bubble Wall
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If you love the idea of a water wall for your kids, this might be your best solution. The Color Change Sensory Play LED Bubble Wall is a child-safe choice for use in bedrooms, playrooms, etc. The bubble wall has eight colors to work with, uses a remote, and is easy for kids to enjoy.
Infinity Art Trickle Water wall
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For a calming trickling sound, the Infinity Art Trickle Water wall is another pre-made choice that might be a great option for you. The decorative piece adds a nice sound of trickling water and doesn’t require a lot of work to install or a lot of space.
Wall-Mount Copper-Bronze Mirror Water wall
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Another smaller water wall option that comes premade is this beautiful Wall-Mount Copper-Bronze Mirror Water wall. It’s small and beautiful and adds the ambiance that a larger water wall might, without using as much space or requiring a professional install.
Leafy Plant and Water wall
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For a courtyard space, a leafy plant and water wall might be a great choice for you. With sections of leafy walls (these could be vine-covered, a living moss wall, or a literal planted wall) and sections of water wall to add that watery ambiance.
DIY Plastic Bottle LED Light Water Wall
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For those on a budget, making your own LED-lighted water fountain might be a great choice. This tutorial gives you all the info you need to create this fun project. Then, take the idea and magnify it for a full-sized or partial water wall using the same materials and concepts.
Multi-tiered Water Blade Water wall
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You can make a multi-tiered water blade water wall for extra bubbling and splashing. You’ll need a solid-backed wall, three water blades, and some ingenuity or a great contractor, though.
Water Curtains
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For those with a yard where this concept fits, water curtains would be an amazing addition to your outdoor space and could add a lot of intrigue and romance to the space. You’ll need a few arches or squared-off frames for the curtains, but you could create a literal back wall for your whole yard or a nice backdrop for the pool.
Copper Slab Fountain
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For a dazzling water wall that sparkles in sunlight or shimmers under lighting at night, consider installing a copper “slab” fountain wall. This beautiful free-standing concept gives plenty of contrast to natural plants and stones while blending inappropriately for a pleasing aesthetic.
Corner Water Wall
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For a tall, concrete, or stucco wall that already exists, you could have a corner water wall installed. The space becomes a welcoming spot for friends and family to gather, even if it's in the front yard when otherwise you’d feel a little exposed.
Stone Block Water wall
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For a full-blown water wall, consider constructing a concrete block wall with multiple blades or falls installed. Water spilling down from varying heights at varying widths could be just the thing to take that space from okay to amazing.
Artisan Metal Water wall
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For a unique twist on a few of the ideas listed already, this artisan-style metal water wall is a nice change. Combining different textures and materials for a truly unique look, combined with a water wall function is a gorgeous and intriguing way to add some bubbling water sound to the landscape!
Half-Height Water wall for Patio
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For a sitting area, a half-height water wall could be the perfect solution. This concept allows you to still what’s going on in the yard (great for watching the kids at play!) while still having a little privacy and that beautiful waterfall effect.
Textured Metal Water wall
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I don’t know about you, but I love textures. And this particular idea uses the concept of a mirrored water wall but adds some texture to that metal for some added intrigue. The beautiful textures add something extra special without taking away from the sparkle and shine of the water wall mirror.
Outdoor Water wall and Fire Bowl Sitting Area
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For an amazing experience, combining a water wall with a fire bowl could be all you need to take that okay space to amazing – and useful in more seasons.
Simple Water wall
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You can follow this tutorial we created for building your own simple plywood water wall as well. The texture makes for a great, simple look that gives you all the feels of a more expensive water wall without the expense.
Multi-Textured Water wall
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If you’re like me and don’t really like “standard” things, you may consider doing a multi-textured water wall. Instead of just glass or just stone, combine glass, stone, wood, or metal for a multi-faceted water wall and outdoor experience.
The Best Water wall for You
There are so many options and styles of water walls, both for indoor and outdoor use. Be sure to give it some thought and time before you decide, and consider some important factors like maintenance, installation time, cost to build and keep running, your handiness if you’re wanting to DIY it, and when you’d like to have it installed.