On the Cover: Getting to Know Universal Aquatics

By Kristen Eleveld

Have you ever dreamed of designing a water feature for someone famous like Shaquille O’Neal? For one local business who has mastered the art of water feature design, function, installation, and maintenance, that isn’t a dream—it’s just part of a resume. And the team at Universal Aquatics is making that resume more impressive with each passing day.

Founded and owned by John Magyar, Universal Aquatics has quickly made a name for itself in the Gwinnett area and surrounding communities, offering expertise at designing and installing water features for homes and yards. John and his team have worked hard at giving customers and potential customers the information they need to create the water feature they want. A self-confessed “pond snob,” John always emphasizes quality over quantity for his company’s installations, and their expertise is not limited to function or design. Universal Aquatics strives to give each customer all the information they can.

“All water feature companies are not created equally,” said John, who has a biology degree that often informs innovative solutions to client needs. “We start from the inside out. If you are going to have fish in a pond, the first thing we have to do is figure out the needs of the fish! Then we can work out the correct filtration system and style of your water feature.”

For those unfamiliar with water features, you may be picturing koi ponds and outdoor fountains, both of which are offered by Universal Aquatics. But the potential for adding a water feature to your home goes far beyond a pond. You might be interested in installing a fountain in your foyer, or maybe you want to create a place where your kids and grandkids can go swimming on hot days. Whatever you are thinking of, John and his team can almost certainly get it done—and they do it in style.

“I love designing features that have mossy boulders and logs—ways to make it look like it’s been plucked out of nature,” said John. “But I know some clients don’t like the natural look. Go with your gut and find the style that you like.”

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