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Originally Posted by
MikeM 
I realize that every koi pond will differ due to site conditions and preferences. However, I think there would be tremendous value if a couple of knowledgeable pond designers came up with some "on the shelf" designs for ponds of different sizes with specifications for pipe size, filters, pumps and other equipment (and equivalent alternative brands). Designs for ponds sized, say 3,000; 5,000; 7,500; 10,000; 15,000 gallons would provide a baseline for folks like Myruby. It would be a way to counter balance the AquaScape guys who succeed in part due to the lack of knowledge of alternatives by a confused non-mechanical public. There would need to be disclaimers about the design not being suitable for all conditions and being intended as a system... changing one part might require other changes, etc. But, overall, I think it would provide an extraordinarily valuable service to the hobby and those intending to get their first "real koi pond".