Shadowstone Retreat

Project Overview

This project turned a raw, unfinished gravel area into a sophisticated multi-level outdoor retreat. The original space featured a high-clearance deck that dropped off into a sloped gravel patch; we bridged this gap by installing a custom wide-tread staircase that leads down to a sprawling new paver patio. By adding a structural stone retaining wall, we leveled the grade and defined the living area, creating a crisp boundary between the modern hardscaping and the lush, forest-framed yard beyond.
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Project Details

  • Multi-Level Transition: Replaced the high-drop deck edge with a custom-built, wide-tread staircase, creating a grand and functional entrance from the existing deck to the new lower-level patio.

  • Structural Retaining Wall: Engineered a curved stone retaining wall to level the sloped terrain, providing both structural support and a clean visual anchor for the backyard.

  • Large-Format Pavers: Installed textured, multi-tone pavers with a dark charcoal border, offering a modern aesthetic that complements the home’s stone pillars.

  • Surface Transformation: Converted the original raw gravel landing into a perfectly level, high-end entertaining space.

  • Landscape Revitalization: Cleared out the perimeter to install new mulch beds and ornamental shrubs, framing the patio while preserving the view of the property’s massive old-growth trees.

  • Hardscape Borders: Utilized contrasting dark-toned border pavers to provide a crisp, modern outline that emphasizes the patio’s geometric shape.

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