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FEATURED BUILD STORY
Krissy & the Dunkin Ducks — Milford, PA
An 8' x 11' ecosystem pond with wetland filter, beach entry, and waterfall — built in three days for duck influencer Krissy and her flock.
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Earlier this year, Greg Wittstock — owner and CEO of Aquascape — connected us with duck influencer Krissy, better known online as Dunkin Ducks. At her property in Milford, PA, Krissy shared that while she'd built her ducks' existing pond herself, the waterfall kept clogging and she wanted a larger, more enjoyable space for her beloved birds.
Over the course of three days, Tim, Raph, and Baldo built an 8' x 11' ecosystem pond featuring a wetland filter, beach entry, serene waterfall, and overflow system. The wetland filter was an especially important component of the design, helping manage and filter the heavy waste load that naturally comes with keeping ducks.
During the build, Krissy shared that she'd started the year with a list of personal goals. Two of those goals were building a larger pond for her ducks and relocating a large rock that had been near their pen. As the project came together, we realized we could accomplish both at once by incorporating the rock into the waterfall design. By the end of the build, Krissy was thrilled to see not one, but two items checked off her list in the same week.
The highlight came when the ducks were introduced to their new pond. They immediately began swimming, diving, and even sliding down the waterfall — making all the hard work worthwhile. While this pond isn't intended to be their full-time home, it serves as a special retreat where the ducks can enjoy an hour or two of supervised pond time each day. Limiting their access helps keep the ecosystem healthy and the water cleaner while still providing an enriching environment to explore.
We're grateful for the opportunity to work with Krissy and create a one-of-a-kind retreat that both she and her ducks can enjoy for years to come.
Inside the Build
FEATURED BUILD STORY
Greg & Dixie - Warwick, NY
A custom 20' x 30' Recreational Pond with a 4-foot swimming depth, wetland filtration, and twelve LED lights, built in just ten days.
For Greg and his wife, Dixie, living near water had always been a meaningful part of life.
"We had both lived in places where there had been water nearby at different times of our lives," Greg recalls. "That always becomes the focal point of your life when you're near water."
When they purchased their home in Warwick, New York, they loved the property, but something was missing. Without a nearby lake or stream, they wondered how they could bring that same sense of peace and connection to nature into their own backyard.
After seeing Garden State Koi's trucks around town, Greg and Dixie stopped by the Design Center several times. While they admired the displays, they hadn't seriously considered installing a large water feature until they attended one of Garden State Koi's annual Pond Tours.
"We did a pond tour with Garden State Koi and we saw some incredible koi ponds. When we realized we could go in them and swim with the fish, we both thought, 'Well, that just is the best idea.'"
Following a consultation with our design team, Greg and Dixie established a budget and in 2022, our installation team turned their vision into reality. Tim and his crew constructed a custom 20' x 30' Recreational Pond in just ten days.
This ecosystem-based Recreational Pond features a 4-foot swimming depth, a skim cove, a wetland filtration system, twelve LED lights, and natural stepping stones that seamlessly blend into the landscape. Rather than choosing a traditional swimming pool, Greg and Dixie embraced a natural swimming experience, one that is free of harsh chemicals and shared with koi, frogs, and the other wildlife that now call the pond home.
One of their favorite parts of the pond: the sound.
"Even when we're up on the back deck of the house having dinner or sitting around with friends, we can hear the water," Greg says.
Today, their Recreational Pond has become exactly what they hoped it would be: the centerpiece of their outdoor living space. It provides a place to swim, relax, entertain family and friends, and reconnect with the calming presence of water every day.
Inside the Build
Ryan G.
2/18/2026
Kathy the maintenance coordinator was so incredibly helpful and felt her overjoyed sparkle through the phone answering all my questions. Could truly feel the care and comfort. It's rare to find support that felt that personal and proactive.
Posted on GoogleDavid M.
2/18/2026
Garden State Koi installed this beautiful Sphere fountain and plantings. It's stunning. Cars and neighbors stop to admire. It's a one-of-a-kind creation. Tim and his crew were in and out in a business day. What lasting curb appeal. Thank you Garden State Koi!
Posted on GoogleBruno M.
1/28/2026
What an amazing place. This has got to be one of the most amazing water garden retail stores in the country. The staff is so helpful and they have everything you could possibly need for a pond or water feature. Definitely worth the drive if you're coming from far away.
Posted on GoogleBob A.
1/11/2026
Absolutely the most complete and well-stocked koi place within 100 miles or more. The staff is very knowledgeable as well. All sorts of services. From Fish Health to installations and Servicing.
Posted on GoogleDawn E.
11/15/2025
My husband and I toured this beautiful place today! We especially appreciated how the sales manager Logan answered all our questions about the ponds and waterfalls. We will definitely be back.
Posted on GoogleMike G.
11/01/2025
Great selection of water features, plants, ponds and fish.
Posted on Googlemax c.
8/21/2025
Incredible place! Well maintained ponds, plants, and fish.
Posted on GoogleYing L.
8/15/2025
Garden State Koi has so many talented people—everyone knows what they are doing and is super helpful in installing and maintaining the ponds. Kudos to the whole team and I am so glad I found them!
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