Rain Chains: Recently, environmentally-minded homeowners have sought out more attractive and sustainable alternatives to traditional gutter systems. Rain chains – a longstanding element in Japanese garden design – have emerged as an elegant solution that integrates form and function in managing rainwater runoff. Rain chains, commonly referred to as “kusari-doi” in Japanese, are decorative devices that replace conventional downspouts. They guide rainwater from rooftop gutters … Continue reading Rain Chains: An Elegant and Eco-Friendly Alternative to Downspouts