ABOUT US
Awards, Credentials & Highlights
A legacy of excellence, industry leadership, and community commitment since 1991.
Awards & Recognitions
Aquascape "Distributor of the Year" (2020)
Awarded at Aquascape's Pondemonium — the pond industry's premier annual event — reflecting Garden State Koi's top performance as an Aquascape products distributor in the U.S.
Aquascape "Businessman of the Year" (2015)
Recognizing leadership in growing Garden State Koi into an industry leader.
Garden Show 1st Place — People's Choice Award (2016)
Water feature exhibit won 1st Place at the Springfest Garden Show in New Jersey, beating out other landscape companies.
Water Artisan of the Year — Best Pondless (2020)
Tim Dille won POND Trade Magazine's prestigious award for a 60-foot pondless waterfall in the Bronx, dubbed the 'Fairytale Forest.'
Certifications & Credentials
Certified Aquascape Contractor (CAC) Training Center
Premier training facility for contractors pursuing CAC status — the principal certification in the water feature industry.
#1 AquascapePRO Distributor in the U.S.
Supplying Aquascape equipment wholesale to contractors across NY, NJ, PA, and CT.
Airmax Certified Dealer
Authorized Airmax Aeration distributor providing professional aeration systems for ponds and lakes.
30+ Years Licensed & Insured
Fully licensed and insured to design, build, and maintain water features in the Tri-State area since 1991.
Media Features & Publications
POND Trade Magazine Features
Staff have contributed expert content including articles on Pond Camp training events and exceeding client expectations in pond design. Tim Dille won Contractor's Corner contest Q2 2023.
Aquascape 'Hands of the Artist' Book
GSK's 60-foot 'Fairytale Forest' pondless waterfall in the Bronx was featured in Aquascape's coffee-table book showcasing the world's best water feature artistry.
Local Press Coverage
Featured in the Warwick Advertiser on the trend of swimmable ponds, and various local media outlets covering Garden State Koi's community events.
Greg Wittstock "The Pond Guy" YouTube
Featured on Aquascape's popular YouTube channel with tours of GSK projects, introducing their work to a broad online audience.
Notable Projects
Logan Paul's Koi Pond (2017)
Selected to help build a high-profile koi pond for YouTube celebrity Logan Paul in Hollywood. A team of 20 contractors transformed his backyard in just two days.
"Fairytale Forest" Waterfall (Bronx, NY)
A 60-foot pondless waterfall in a wooded Bronx backyard — featured in Aquascape's 'Hands of the Artist' book. Proves even urban settings can be transformed into magical water features.
SUNY Plattsburgh Hawkins Pond (2015)
Renovated the iconic campus pond with Lake Champlain rocks, natural seating, and a stunning waterfall cascading through three ponds. Now a beloved campus landmark.
Recreational Swim Pond (Sussex, NJ)
Tom Smith's own flagship recreational pond — approximately 50' long with beach entry and waterfalls, running for over a decade as a showpiece.
Community & Philanthropy
Swim with the Fish Charity Event (2025)
Hosted a Water Feature & Pond Open House with all ticket proceeds donated to the Catch the Cure Foundation to assist local cancer patients.
Aquascape Foundation
Proud supporter of the 501(c)(3) nonprofit that builds clean water systems in underserved communities worldwide. Team members have volunteered on international projects.
Pond Camp Training Events
Annual multi-day hands-on training retreat bringing 100+ contractors together to network and build water features collaboratively.
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