HANDCRAFTED COPPER WATER SCULPTURES
Handcrafted from pure copper, our bespoke water sculptures bring captivating movement, soothing sound, and timeless elegance to outdoor spaces. Let’s bring your landscape vision to life.
TRANSFORMATIVE LIVING ART FOR YOUR SPACE
Malibu Fountains creates custom-crafted copper tree sculptures that transform any landscape into a contemplative natural sanctuary. Each piece is hand-forged, featuring textured bark and leaves that evolve over time into a rich patina of deep reds, turquoise, and emerald greens. From compact one-meter designs to grand estate installations, our fully scalable sculptures provide a soothing serenity that mimics natural woodland rainfall.
Our award-winning work has been exhibited globally, from Las Vegas to Shanghai, and honored at the Chelsea and Hampton Court Flower Shows.
THE ART OF FLOWING ELEGANCE
Forged in copper, inspired by nature. We transform gardens into contemplative sanctuaries, where the rhythm of water meets the artistry of hand-sculpted life. Let’s craft a living masterpiece for your home.
SCALED FOR ANY LANDSCAPE
Whether destined to be an intimate focal point for a private patio or a grand architectural statement piece, our designs can be entirely tailored to your landscape's scale:
Diminutive Enclaves: Elegant, compact designs like our Water Willow start around one meter in height, making them a perfect fit for smaller courtyards, rock gardens, and entryways.
Grand Centerpieces: For sweeping private estates, luxury commercial developments, and serene memorial gardens, our large-scale installations can reach towering heights with dramatic canopies designed to command a space.
From Our Clients
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![A dark red tree with broad leaves in a rectangular water fountain in front of an old brick building with arched windows.]()
"The fountain is absolutely the centerpiece of the columbarium. We get so many compliments on it!! It is just wonderful!”
Pat B, Easton MD
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![Artificial tree with orange leaves inside a modern building.]()
“I have three copper tree fountains from Malibu Fountains; “Water Weeping”, “Malibu Oracle Tree”, and “Belagio Garden”. Individually and collectively, they add unmatched natural elegance and wonder to a garden full of unusual fractal art forms.”
John H. Scacchia, Bedford,NY
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![Decorative garden fountain featuring a metal sculpture resembling a weeping willow tree with a water basin at its base, surrounded by various green plants and flowers, with a building with large windows and brick walls in the background.]()
“Malibu Fountains makes absolutely beautiful products. We build custom homes and work closely with Landscape Architects when designing outdoor spaces. The copper tree fountains are calming in addition to being beautiful."
Smith Brothers Construction, Solana Beach CA
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![Tree with orange, metallic-looking leaves and fruits, submerged in water.]()
“Malibu Fountains was so great to work with. The staff communicated well and Lisa was wonderful, so helpful and responsive to my questions and concerns. The fountain is well made and was shipped in a crate, so it was well protected from studio to my home. I love my fountain.”
Jenny Schimpff, Houston
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![A small decorative fountain featuring a metal sculpture of a trimmed tree with water flowing from its branches into a rectangular pool outlined with stone bricks, surrounded by lush plants and flowers in a garden.]()
“Having worked with Lisa McKean and Malibu Fountains, I can highly recommend both the high quality of these unique pieces of art that magically come alive when the fountain is turned on and Lisa’s genuine care for her clients’ satisfaction.”
Sandy L., Los Angeles
THE ART OF COPPER: CRAFTING LIVING SCULPTURES
Every fountain begins as an individual design, meticulously hand-forged to capture the intricate, organic spirit of nature. Rather than a static backyard accessory, a copper fountain is a "living" masterpiece that interacts continuously with its environment. Over the months and years, the raw copper trunk, branches, and delicate twigs gracefully weather - developing a rich, highly unique patina of deep reds, turquoise blues, and emerald greens that seamlessly blends with your surrounding landscape.
The structural framework is painstakingly textured to mirror the natural ripples of real tree bark, while hundreds of individual leaves are cut, shaped, and aligned by hand. This creates a stunning fractal integration of space, shadow, and movement even before the water is turned on. When flowing, the water moves smoothly from the hidden internal manifold, spilling softly from the tip of each branch to mimic the soothing, hypnotic melody of natural woodland rainfall.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Each water feature varies in price. Fill out our "Contact Us" form and tell us about your project, budget and favored water features. One of our team members will quickly help you navigate the pricing of each copper or glass water feature and find the best water feature for you.
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Installation is relatively simple and easy, but if you prefer to hire a professional to set up your new copper water fountain, the installed cost of a water feature will range from $1,000 to $10,000+. The average professional water feature installation is around $3500 depending on the type of feature and size you choose.
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Just use the "Contact Us" form describing your project and the designs you're interested in. One of our team members will follow-up as soon as possible. All projects, including custom bespoke projects will be invoiced directly from the company.
All standard orders require 100% payment at the time of invoice.
Custom/Bespoke Projects require 50% upfront and 50% on delivery.
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You can reach us anytime via our contact page or email. We aim to respond quickly—usually within one business day.
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We accept all the major credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, American Express, & Discover Card) as well as PayPal.
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We offer many sizes of Copper Tree Fountains and can customize a tree fountain to your requirements. The Japanese Copper Tree Fountain and the Water Willow Copper Tree Fountain are our most diminutive size, fitting best in a courtyard, patio or small garden. Our large Copper Tree Fountains can reach up to 16-20ft and accordingly need a large space to accommodate it’s size.
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Most water features can be installed in one day or less with minimal or no damage to your lawn. Some larger water fountains features may take two or three days. Consult with your local contractor for specific details on your project.
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We make every effort to deliver your orders quickly and efficiently. Most fountains will take about 10-12 weeks from start of creation to doorstep delivery.
Custom/Bespoke Projects: We will walk you through the timeline from commission to shipping to installation.
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Malibu Fountains will ship anywhere in the world!
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Due to the custom nature of each order, all sales are final unless it arrives damaged.
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As winter approaches, we receive many calls asking about protecting our garden fountains in the freezing weather. The steps necessary to protect the copper tree fountain vary slightly, depending on temperatures and severity of weather in your area.
– For Areas Where Temperatures Are Below Freezing for Extended Periods (1 week or longer):
The best way to ensure protection of your copper tree fountain is to disconnect the pump from the manifold (the PVC piece with the water flow control valves). Then use the pump to pump out the majority of water from the reservoir. Once this has been done, bring the pump inside for the remainder of the season.– For Areas With Mild Winters (Occasional Temperatures Below Freezing):
If you’re in an area where temperatures only occasionally drop slightly below freezing (and do not stay below freezing for more than 1 week), fill your reservoir completely with water, and keep the fountain running. By maintaining water flow, the water in the reservoir will usually not freeze deep enough to affect the pump. Again, this is only suggested when temperatures are not expected to be much below freezing, and not for longer than 1 week.Note: Any time your tree fountain is running, and the temperature is below freezing, ice will form on your fountain (as seen in the image). However if ice is forming, then the frozen water is not returning to the reservoir. So, it’s important to check the water level in the reservoir often! If the water level gets too low (near the pump’s inlet), damage to the pump could result.
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Very minimal maintenance is required for the Copper Tree Fountain. Make sure the water level is always several inches over the pump and filter. The custom stainless steel fine mesh filter provided should be scrubbed clean every few months to clear accumulation of any algae that collects on the filter. Skimming the pool regularly will keep build up of algae and debris from clogging the pump. Using an underground reservoir will minimize this issue.
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The formation of patina on copper occurs when oxygen in the air interacts with the metal atoms in the presence of water. Copper tree fountains provide elegant beauty because copper is a “living” metal, meaning it changes color over time. Copper stands out among other decorative metals because the in situ environment (your home, courtyard, or front yard) affect the changes that copper undergoes over time. When it comes to patinas on your copper tree fountain, our staff can advise you on how to select a fountain that is perfectly suited and unique to your outdoor space. Our expert team will walk you through the process and options, taking the guesswork out of fountain selection and landscape planning.
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Algae growth can dampen the appearance and enjoyment of your outdoor fountain. Algae grows naturally when debris and contaminants in the water combine with light to make a welcoming environment for algae. The algae, in addition to its unsightly appearance, can eventually clog the fountain's filter. To prevent algae, you can minimize your fountain’s exposure to light. Install your fountain in a shady area when possible. If algae is a problem, a little cleaning and maintenance along with a natural algaecide for fountains can help get the unwanted green growth under control. In some cases, you can simply wipe the algae from the inside the fountain basin. If your algae problem is more extensive, you may need to do a deep clean. Unplug the fountain's filter, and set it aside. Empty the water from the fountain. Scrub the fountain basin with hot, soapy water made with a mild dish detergent. Learn more about algae prevention and fountain maintenance tips.