Massive Retaining Wall
This custom outdoor project started with a major retaining wall built to create enough usable space for a pool and the rest of the backyard design.
Working with a structural engineer, we built a 13-foot retaining wall, added drainage behind it, and backfilled the area to extend the usable yard. Geotechnical engineers inspected key stages of the project to make sure the system was built correctly.
Drainage Is Essential
The original property had drainage issues that caused runoff and erosion along the back side of the yard.
As part of the renovation, we redesigned the stormwater system with multiple drain locations and a large infiltration trench beneath the staircase. Now, rainwater is directed away from the finished surfaces instead of pooling around the new work.
In the first video, we showed the observation well cap that is part of this drainage system.
Custom Railing System
The cable railing system required precise installation along the new concrete.
Because the standard mounting brackets did not provide enough flexibility, we had custom brackets fabricated for the project. Each post location was measured individually so the railing could be properly aligned and finished cleanly.
This article is part of a series. Click here for Part One and Part Three.
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