Water in motion · Fire after dark
Give the backyard
a pulse.
Turn the pool into the part of the backyard everyone remembers. From a quiet sheet of water to a dramatic line of flame, the right feature adds movement during the day, atmosphere after dark, and a finished sense of place. Explore products available through our SCP network, then let Aquarius coordinate the complete feature with your pool, utilities and controls.
- Design-ledSelected for the whole backyard
- Planned earlyPlumbing, gas and power coordinated
- One local teamBuild, service and support
Begin with the experience
Choose what you want the space to do.
Features work best when they have a purpose—soft sound, movement on the water, nighttime drama, architectural balance, or a natural focal point.
Calm movement
Sheer descents, scuppers, water bowls and spillways introduce sound and motion without overpowering the pool.
View water features →Warm atmosphere
Fire bowls, pillars and tables extend the visual life of the backyard well beyond daylight.
View fire features →Signature contrast
Paired flame and flowing water create the strongest focal point for raised walls, pool edges and outdoor rooms.
View combined features →Interactive water
Deck jets and bubblers bring movement to tanning ledges and deck edges while adding energy during the day.
View water accents →Designed into the project
Beautiful features begin behind the finish.
A feature should look effortless because the difficult decisions were handled early. Water flow, equipment capacity, drainage, bonding, power, gas supply, clearances, wind, automation, winterization and service access all influence the right selection. We plan those details before tile, coping and decking make changes difficult.
More than an upgrade
Build the feeling customers picture when they imagine a custom pool.
A stronger focal point
Draw the eye to a raised wall, spa, ledge or outdoor room and make the pool feel intentionally designed from every view.
Day-to-night appeal
Water adds movement in daylight. Flame, accent lighting and reflection keep the backyard visually alive after sunset.
Sound and privacy
Properly planned moving water can soften nearby noise and create a more secluded atmosphere around the pool.
A truly custom result
Shape, finish, placement and effect can coordinate with your tile, coping, decking, architecture and landscape palette.
SCP-sourced feature collection
Explore shapes, materials and effects.
These examples represent design directions available through the SCP/POOL360 professional catalog. Final availability, fuel type, ignition, finish and specifications are confirmed during project design.
13 examples shown
Fire + Water
Grand Effects
Corinthian Fire & Water Bowl
Clean geometry and an extended spillway create a strong contemporary feature for raised bond beams and pool edges.
- Form
- Square
- Material
- Metal
Water
Prism Hardscapes
Verona Water Bowl
A generous rounded concrete form adds a classic cascade, soft sound and an elegant sense of symmetry around the pool.
- Form
- Round
- Material
- Concrete
Water
Prism Hardscapes
Lombard Small Water Bowl
A compact square bowl delivers a clean spillway without overwhelming smaller walls, columns or poolside compositions.
- Form
- Square
- Material
- GFRC
Fire
The Outdoor Plus
Maya Copper Fire Bowl
Hammered copper brings warmth and material character to a modern square silhouette.
- Form
- Square
- Material
- Copper
Fire
Design Cast
Oblique Fire Bowl
A low, angular profile offers a more architectural alternative to a conventional round fire bowl.
- Form
- Oblique
- Material
- GFRC
Fire
Prism Hardscapes
Lombard Fire Bowl
A compact square form designed for balanced pairs, columns and smaller architectural moments.
- Form
- Square
- Material
- GFRC
Water
The Outdoor Plus
Maya Concrete Water Bowl
A crisp square silhouette and integrated spillway bring modern structure, movement and sound to a raised pool edge.
- Form
- Square
- Material
- GFRC
Fire + Water
Pentair · MagicFlame
MagicFlame Square Bowl
A square combination feature that pairs a central flame with a water spillway in a compact architectural form.
- Form
- Square
- System
- Fire + water
Fire
The Outdoor Plus
Sedona Fire Bowl
A compact round GFRC design with a dark finish for strong contrast against light coping, stone and concrete.
- Form
- Round
- Material
- GFRC
Fire + Water
The Outdoor Plus
Cazo Fire & Water Bowl
A rounded bowl with a sculptural profile, integrated spillway and electronic-ignition configuration.
- Form
- Round
- Material
- GFRC
Planter + Water
The Outdoor Plus
Maya Planter & Water Bowl
Planting softens the architecture while an integrated water spillway connects the landscape directly to the pool.
- Form
- Square planter
- Effect
- Planting + water
Integrated pool feature
Deck Jets
Arcing streams can cross from the deck into the pool, adding movement without a raised structure.
- Effect
- Arcing stream
- Best with
- Automation
Integrated pool feature
Ledge Bubblers
Low fountains bring movement and sound to tanning ledges, beach entries and shallow lounging areas.
- Effect
- Vertical plume
- Best with
- Shallow ledges
More ways to move water
Built-in features beyond the bowl.
The best result may be architectural rather than freestanding. These options can be integrated into walls, ledges and the pool structure.
Sheer descents
A clear sheet of water from a raised wall creates a clean, modern line and controllable sound.
Scuppers
Metal or stone outlets create defined streams and pair naturally with raised bond beams and masonry.
Spillways
Connect a raised spa, basin or water bowl to the pool with a deliberate cascade.
Rock waterfalls
Naturalistic stonework brings sound, shade and a landscape-driven focal point to the pool.
Rain curtains
A line of falling water can define a structure, pergola edge or dramatic passage into the pool.
Planter + water bowls
Combine planting and water in one feature to soften architecture and connect the pool to the landscape.
Plan before construction
Six decisions shape the finished feature.
Final specifications depend on the selected product, site and applicable requirements. Aquarius coordinates the feature with the rest of the project.
Placement
Sight lines, wind, splash, clearances and symmetry determine where the feature belongs.
Water flow
Pump capacity, plumbing size, valves and balance affect sound, projection and spillway quality.
Fuel + ignition
Natural gas or propane, manual or electronic ignition, power and controls must be selected together.
Materials
GFRC, concrete, copper, metal and stone each create a different weight, texture and aging profile.
Automation
Compatible controls can simplify feature scheduling, valve operation, lighting and selected ignition systems.
Seasonal care
Indiana freeze-thaw conditions make drainage, winterization and accessible service points essential.
Common questions
Designed with the details in mind.
Have a feature saved already? Send it with a photo or plan of the backyard and we can start with the right questions.
Can these features be added to an existing pool?+
Sometimes. Feasibility depends on the pool structure, deck access, plumbing, equipment capacity, utilities, feature location and desired finish work. An on-site evaluation is the best starting point.
Can water and fire features use pool automation?+
Many water features can be controlled with compatible valves and automation. Fire-feature control depends on the selected ignition system and applicable requirements. Compatibility is confirmed during specification.
How many bowls should a pool have?+
There is no universal number. One feature can create an intentional focal point, while a balanced pair can reinforce symmetry. Pool scale, wall length, sight lines and water-flow requirements guide the decision.
What materials are available?+
SCP’s professional catalog includes options in concrete, GFRC, copper, steel, aluminum, glass and other metals, with numerous shapes, colors and finishes. Availability varies by manufacturer and product.
When should features be selected?+
As early as possible. Structural support, plumbing, gas, electrical, automation, drainage and finish transitions are easier to coordinate before construction begins.
Create the focal point
Make the pool memorable
after the sun goes down.
Bring your inspiration photos or SCP product links. Aquarius will help translate the look into a feature plan that fits the pool, utilities and complete backyard design.