When planning the initial phase of a pond with a waterfall, it is a good idea to view the potential site from different vantage points. Consider where will people be enjoying the waterfall? Would it be best visible from the kitchen, living room or dining room window? How about from a patio or deck?

Before installing a pond, it is important to determine a style that fits well into the existing and surrounding environment.

If your site does not have an existing style, you can choose a theme to suit your taste. There are a variety of landscape options to choose from such, as tropical, desert, xeriscape, woodland, formal, modern/contemporary, informal or naturalistic. Landscapes can also be made to resemble various styles of gardens like Italian, Japanese or English just to name a few.