You can have different water pond designs, however ones that don’t restrict water movement are the best.
 

What I mean by that is you don’t want to have a backyard pond with tight corners in it where it will be hard for water to circulate.

The best water pond designs are round, oblong, or kidney shape.  They look the nicest when finished off with lots of different flowers and plants around them.  They seem to look more natural than say a square one. I’m sure there are plenty of nice looking square ones though.

Everyone has their own tastes on what they like and what they don’t.  I highly suggest that you have a waterfall for your pond.  The sound of the water rushing over the rocks is very relaxing and it looks great, it also helps aerate the water for the fish.

Flat pieces of sandstone stacked around the pond give it a very natural look and is very popular as far as water pond designs go. Other things that can be used are fieldstone, pebbles, bricks, mulch, or any combination thereof. Just use your imagination and you'll come up with one of your own water pond designs.

Below is a picture of Mike's pond submitted by Mike. I think this is a fantastic looking pond that had quite a bit of work put into it. Great job on the pond Mike!

An Example Of A Nice Water Pond Design

Submitted By Mike

Below is another picture of a backyard pond where sandstone was used around the perimeter of it. Dog's not included.  You can always check out some different pond pictures to get some ideas.

Another Nice Water Pond Design

Our Backyard Pond

All you really have to do is use your imagination and come up with some different water pond designs and go with the one you think is best, it's easier than you think, and it will be your very own.  Have fun!

When you design your backyard pond, it would be easier to do it on level ground.

Try and incorporate as many natural looking things into your pond.  Rocks, flowers & plants, small trees. and of course a waterfall will make your pond look great. See a water pond design picture.