20 Magical Koi Pond Ideas for Your Backyard

I’m not sure if you guys have noticed but in the last few years, there has been a koi pond trend going on. We’re seeing these water features become majestic statements and focal points in homes more than ever and I am in love with the look!

If you need help envisioning the possibilities for your own house or landscape, today’s post will for sure inspire you with 20 designs that are sure to bring a bit of magic home.

I absolutely swooned when I saw this sleek koi pond from Contemporist.

To me, this is so much more than just a source for relaxation. It’s a total artistic statement for the backyard. The fish themselves feel like a wonderful added bonus!

Can we talk about making an entrance?! This design from Decoist greets visitors right when they walk in the door.

I think the foyer is such a perfect spot to install a koi pond. And you know I love the stepping stones that let you really get the full experience. Just perfect!

If you are thinking about installing a koi pond, you’ll have to consider if you want it above ground.

This beautiful example gives you an idea of what that finished product could look like. What a stunning design! (via)

I am totally drawn to this simpler design as well. I can see this fitting right into a more family styled backyard.

With a couple of small waterfalls, some greenery, and clean spaces all around, it would become such a fun place to enjoy and entertain. (Pinterest)

Here is a gorgeous example of what your backyard could look like one day. This design from House of Plants is so inspiring with its waterfalls and koi fish.

You can turn your patio into something a bit more luxurious with ideas like this one!

You have to check out this chic beauty! A modern pond with a group of koi fish is set right in the center of this open, contemporary home.

It is a total showstopper that would wow you and your guests. Just think about the luck and zen it could add to your home. (Pinterest)

This is another contemporary house with tons of open space, and I love how a koi pond was used to fill it up!

It brings in such a lovely, warm feeling to a style that can sometimes feel colder. It’s a truly beautiful blend of aesthetics. (via)

Here’s a beauty that I love so much. Contemporary style meets an admiration for Mother Nature in this chic design.

There’s a walkway here too, plus windows that let you peek at your koi all the time.

Home DSGN kicks things off with this stunner. With this luxurious and contemporary design, you get the best of both worlds.

There’s a taste of the outdoors and a taste of the indoors, complete with greenery, amber lighting, and a walkway!

You can offset your patio with a small koi pond that everyone can enjoy.

I have to admit, these fish bring such a sense of peace and relaxation to the spaces around them. That is something to consider when deciding on installation. (via)

I found this koi pond over at DigsDigs and thought it was so important to feature a smaller design for those with smaller backyards. It feels both chic and natural.

I love the addition of the easy walkway too, which makes the whole area even more functional.

And finally, let’s finish off our list with an indoor koi pond. This one is also set inside a more contemporary, chic home, but it just works so well.

There’s something about the sharp edges of a modern home that blends beautifully with the relaxing vibes a pond naturally gives off. (via)

Home Design Lover gave us another amazing example of how to use every inch of your backyard and transform it into something extra special. I love this zen garden and that waterfall is perfection. Imagine creating a space you can step into anytime you want to find some peace and enjoy nature.

San Diego Magazine showcased this beautiful Southwestern home that includes a koi pond in the backyard.

This is a more natural, laidback design, which is great for inspiring those who want to create something more welcoming and cozy for their family.

I found this little gem while scouring Pinterest and I just love how much natural light it gets during the day. It’s in the perfect spot to get a “spotlight” on its natural beauty.

It’s also fashioned with an Asian inspired and zen style, which is so fitting.

Fresh Palace gives us another great example of a koi pond that works so well indoors.

It’s chic and sleek, and it sits inside a modern, minimalist home with ease. I love how it makes a chicer space feel more warm and welcoming.

Just look at all those tiny koi! All you need to do is walk out your back steps and into a personalized garden filled with relaxation.

I found this beauty at DigsDigs and have to say, the extra greenery is one of my favorite parts!

MV Times showed off this extra special koi pond that surrounds a guest house on a large, luxurious property.

It’s cozy and quaint and can please not only your guests but the family too. It’s a great place for relaxation when you need it.

Decoist showcased another above ground koi pond design that I just had to feature.

I think it is a great option for those who are teetering with the idea. You get a better view of your fish, which is a definite benefit since you’ll be investing so much effort.

Here we have another beautiful example of how to mix contemporary style with the beauty of the outdoors.

The combination of greenery and koi with artistic, sharp lines around the home makes for a stunning finished product. (via)