4 foot deep, 4 foot wide, the gaping hole awaited our attention (click me to enlarge) The pond was boomerang shaped and 18 feet long to fit into the corner of the garden (click me to enlarge)
After sand was used to fill/cover cracks, the fleece underliner was placed (click me to enlarge) A butyl liner was used and part-filled before placing the edging stones (click me to enlarge)
Our familiar terracotta rock held one side whilst a pebble beach secured the other (click me to enlarge) The client's original pond, complete with koi AND plants! (click me to enlarge)
Final finishing touches are made to the pond (click me to enlarge) The increased water capacity calls for greater water throughput - something the koi seem to enjoy! (click me to enlarge)
The original 4 foot hole now illusions you to an 8 foot wide pond (click me to enlarge) The completed pond (click me to enlarge)

From 2002

We arrived to quote for this project with a beaming smile - the client had dug the hole!!! The client was re-designing the garden with a Japanese theme and the pond needed enlarging - the hole fitted neatly into the corner of the garden and at 18' long by 4' wide and deep, it was a great size for his koi carp.

Not only did digging the hole save the client money but it also meant we could work to a clearer goal for them. Time was also of the essence with a surprise party looming so we quickly agreed the project and slotted in the work.

Due to the depth and quantity of stony soil, both sand and fleece underliner were used to protect the butyl liner. The client hated to see liner and creases so particular attention was paid to hiding both. Our familiar terracotta rock augmented the 'turning Japanese' design of the garden and the fish were soon enjoying their new home - including a 9 pound koi carp!!!