New life breathed into Champs-Elysees fountains Awestruck tourists are among the privileged observers at a roundabout near the Champs Elysees and Eiffel Tower, where six new fountains - made from crystal and bronze - were installed and in operation ahead of their official inauguration on March 21. The fountains were designed by brothers Erwan and Ronan Bouroullec and fully financed by private donors. IMAGES AND SOUNDBITES