What We Do
Oasis Pond and Gardens: Water Feature Artisans
As an artisanal business, Oasis Pond and Gardens offers personalized service and bespoke designs that larger companies can't match. While our company may be young, our passion for creating custom artistic expressions spans over four decades.
We specialize in crafting:
- FountainScapes
- Pondless Waterfalls
- Mountain Streams
- Koi Ponds
Our unique water features seamlessly blend seasonal colors, perennials, and organic edible and medicinal plants. Every design prioritizes water conservation and eco-friendly practices, ensuring both beauty and sustainability.
We take pride in our one-of-a-kind creations, working closely with each client to bring their vision to life. Our small team of dedicated artisans ensures attention to detail and a truly personalized experience from concept to completion.
Our ultimate goal is your complete satisfaction with the final project. Beyond design and construction, we offer tailored maintenance services for all our water features, providing comprehensive care.
Let Oasis Pond and Gardens, your local artisanal water feature specialists, transform your space into a living work of art.
We Care About the Details
We pay special attention to the details of every project to ensure the complete satisfaction of each client. Our goal is to enhance the exterior of your home, raise your property value, and provide you a tranquil Oasis designed for your unique style and personality.
Customer Satisfaction Guaranteed
Your satisfaction is our priority and we strive to provide a service we are proud of. We start every project by walking your property and listening to your vision. We then sit down for a thorough consultation to understand your goals and the needs of the project. We do this to guarantee that the project is completed according to your preferences. We are always available to discuss our work with you along the way.
Our Team
Derek Alderman
Derek: The Artisan Behind Oasis Pond and Gardens
With over 40 years of experience as an artist and designer, Derek brings a wealth of creativity and expertise to every project at Oasis Pond and Gardens. As the owner and visionary behind our company, his journey is as unique as the water features he creates.
Derek's artistic career began with hand-crafted glass art for interior and exterior installations. His exquisite glasswork adorns high-end homes, commercial spaces, and even graces the Air Force Academy. This background in fine art infuses his landscape and water feature designs with an unparalleled artistic flair.
A passion for landscaping led Derek to explore the world of water features, initially driven by a desire to recreate the serenity of mountain streams in his own backyard. To further hone his skills, he attended AquaScape University, mastering the technical aspects of water feature and pond design.
Derek's combination of artistic vision and technical knowledge sets him apart in the field. He approaches each project as a canvas, crafting outdoor spaces that are not just beautiful, but functional and sustainable works of art. His deep understanding of aesthetics, coupled with years of hands-on experience, ensures that every "Oasis" he creates is truly one-of-a-kind.
Choosing Derek for your project means partnering with an artist who will transform your yard into a beautiful, usable, and sustainable masterpiece. His commitment to perfection and personalized approach make him the ideal choice for those seeking a truly unique outdoor experience.
Zetta Alderman
Zetta is our passionate plant expert and co-owner, bringing a unique blend of artistry and wellness to our landscaping projects. With a diverse background spanning performing arts, wellness, and personal development, Zetta's approach to landscaping is truly one-of-a-kind.
Her journey includes roles as a:
- Professional performing artist
- Dance studio owner and instructor
- Choreographer and director
- Massage therapist and Reiki master
- Life coach and workshop leader
Zetta's lifelong passion for plants and gardening has evolved into expert knowledge, perfectly complementing her professional experiences. She views landscaping as a new form of dance, integrating the healing power of water, plants, and nature with her understanding of movement, energy, and communication.
In her current role, Zetta creates landscapes that are not only visually stunning but also promote healing and well-being. Her designs encourage a harmonious interaction between people and their environment, transforming outdoor spaces into living works of art that nurture body, mind, and spirit.
Let Zetta's expertise guide you in creating a landscape that's both beautiful and restorative – a space where you can dance with nature.
The PSYCHOLOGICAL BENEFITS TO OWNING A WATER FEATURE
The Surprising Health Benefits of Home Water Features
Imagine reducing stress and boosting well-being with a simple addition to your home. Sound too good to be true? Research suggests otherwise.
Studies have shown that exposure to nature, particularly water, can promote positive thoughts, pleasure, and psychological restoration. In our increasingly urban world, where green and blue spaces are scarce, the lack of natural elements contributes to mental and physical stress.
Enter home water features: ponds, fountains, streams, or waterfalls. These not only enhance your home's ambiance but also offer significant psychological benefits:
1. Promote calmness and focus
2. Boost creativity
3. Improve sleep quality
4. Increase overall happiness and life satisfaction
But how does water work its magic?
1. Meditation-like effects: Water recalibrates stress-related neurotransmitters, inducing a sense of calm.
2. Stress hormone reduction: The sound of running water can lower levels of epinephrine and cortisol, reducing anxiety and stress-related health issues.
3. Air purification: Water releases negative ions, combating free radicals and potentially boosting serotonin levels, which can alleviate depression and increase energy.
Home water features offer an accessible way to bring these benefits into your daily life. They're designed to mimic nature's soothing qualities while being affordable and easy to maintain. By incorporating a water feature into your home or garden, you're not just adding a decorative element – you're investing in your health and happiness.