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Retaining wall and steps.
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Front Concrete landscape steps along with stone entryway steps with modified buttresses. By English Stone
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Formal Backyard Garden Showcases the Beauty of Natural Gray Concrete This Pacific Northwest project called for a total backyard transformation that required a significant reduction in lawn space, most of which was saturated and mossy. Emily of Emily Russell Landscape Architecture designed this formal backyard garden which was installed by Northwest Construction & Landscape, LLC. Previously unused space was organized through the creation of a courtyard patio which functions as an extension of the house that the homeowner can use for family gatherings, entertaining, or reflection. Budgetary concerns led her to opt for concrete rather than a mortared flagstone patio. “I always let homeowners know that we can do either for them, but to me, going with concrete is an easy choice to make because of the cost savings,” says Colby Brand, President of Northwest of Construction & Landscape, LLC. Ashlar slate stamped concrete was suggested by Colby to mimic the pattern used in Emily’s conceptual design. The final plan featured natural gray, ashlar slate stamped concrete with antique coloring for texture. Colby and his team poured the steps first. Substantial in size – the rise is 4’ with a run of 5,’ and includes a 4’ landing on top – the steps allow an easy and fluid transition from inside to outside. After the steps were completed, the curved walkway on the side of the house was poured, connecting the backyard to the front yard. Instead of a conventional, rectangular shape for the 647 sf courtyard patio area, the formality of the plan called for sections of the concrete to bump out into the garden beds against the back side of the house, tying the contrasting elements together. Granite urns and curved, concrete benches purchased by the homeowner rest atop the rounded portion of the concrete and provide a space for sitting and an inviting view from the house. Regarding the final product, Emily Russell states, “My client and I are extremely happy with the finished patio. It's such an inviting space that is well loved and used on a regular basis.”

(Masonry Services) Installation of brick and limestone steps to front or rear entries... Installation of hand railings are available after masonry services...

Completed install on new retaining wall. We used a Uni-Lock stone/brick, and replaced old deteriorating rail road ties. We build commercial and residential retaining walls.

Step inside this home, where Elegant Details transform every window into a moment of thoughtful design. In the primary bath, sheer café panels trimmed with a wide blue grosgrain trim hang on a decorative rod and rings, providing privacy while letting soft light dance across the space—a quiet, refined touch that sets the tone. The pool bath features an operable Roman shade in a playful check, finished with a grosgrain ribbon trim along the bottom edge, bringing charm and personality without sacrificing sophistication. A girls’ bathroom is dressed in linen café panels accented with a delicately embroidered floral tape trim along the bottom hem, a small yet impactful detail that adds texture and a bit of whimsy. In a guest bedroom, an operable Roman shade combines tailored style with effortless function, a simple yet elegant solution that elevates the space. Even the powder room is not overlooked: a Roman shade with ribbon ties offers a final, polished touch, proving that elegance lives in the details. From soft bands and ribbon trims to carefully chosen fabrics and finishes, every treatment reflects Sew Beautiful Interiors’ commitment to design that is both livable and sophisticated, making each room feel personal, considered, and beautifully complete.

As shown in the Before Photo, existing steps constructed with pavers, were breaking and falling apart and the exterior steps became unsafe and unappealing. Complete demo and reconstruction of the Front Door Entry was the goal of the customer. Platinum Ponds & Landscaping met with the customer and discussed their goals and budget. We constructed the new steps provided by Unilock and built them to perfection into the existing patio area below. The next phase is to rebuild the patio below. The customers were thrilled with the outcome!

Originally a nearly three-story tall 1920’s European-styled home was turned into a modern villa for work and home. A series of low concrete retaining wall planters and steps gradually takes you up to the second level entry, grounding or anchoring the house into the site, as does a new wrap around veranda and trellis. Large eave overhangs on the upper roof were designed to give the home presence and were accented with a Mid-century orange color. The new master bedroom addition white box creates a better sense of entry and opens to the wrap around veranda at the opposite side. Inside the owners live on the lower floor and work on the upper floor with the garage basement for storage, archives and a ceramics studio. New windows and open spaces were created for the graphic designer owners; displaying their mid-century modern furnishings collection. A lot of effort went into attempting to lower the house visually by bringing the ground plane higher with the concrete retaining wall planters, steps, wrap around veranda and trellis, and the prominent roof with exaggerated overhangs. That the eaves were painted orange is a cool reflection of the owner’s Dutch heritage. Budget was a driver for the project and it was determined that the footprint of the home should have minimal extensions and that the new windows remain in the same relative locations as the old ones. Wall removal was utilized versus moving and building new walls where possible. Photo Credit: John Sutton Photography.

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It was important to isARK establish a welcoming approach to the home. The grand terraced steps lead you to the unmistakable new front entry and into the foyer.

Stone steps make it easy to access the lawn area from the upper patios. Boulder outcroppings tucked in the plant beds and surrounded by Rudbeckia and Hydrangea.

Natrual Chilton Stone Steps with Indiana Limestone treads and modified buttresses.
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Step up into a galaxy beyond compare, with our Outer Space Step Stool with Storage! Astronauts can pretend they are walking on the moon when they view the imagination inspiring designs located on the steps. Playful aliens and space ships dance about the design and tie it together to create a story that’s a fun as it is educational. Top step lifts up to provide a handy little storage area to store keepsakes.

Contemporary Style Steps using Techo-Bloc's Raffinato steps.
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