One of the great things about San Francisco is the hills, because it allows a whole slew of people a panoramic city view. A flat street limits the view. However, it also makes hilly backyards a challenge for any landscaping project.
Landscaping for Hilly Backyards: Bernal Heights
By Gabriella Sannino
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April 17, 2019
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6 Clues That Fence Replacement Should Be Part Of Your Backyard Redesign
A beautiful fence can add additional value to a backyard. It can also be quite functional and very decorative for any outdoor living space.
Retaining Walls in San Francisco? Watch Closely When El Niño Starts Up Again
By Gabriella Sannino
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February 29, 2016
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Do San Francisco retaining walls fail under bad weather any worse than anyplace else? Not necessarily, but El Nino hasn’t been friendly this year.
Retaining Walls: 3 Types to Hold Back Those California Hills
By Gabriella Sannino
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December 7, 2015
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In the landscaping world, retaining walls have the major purpose of providing stability to the earth, preventing erosion and the movement of soil.
Backyard Landscaping: Private Sports Yard in the Sunset
By Wendy Tanaka
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November 30, 2015
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In February 2015, we took on a backyard landscaping project in Inner Sunset, one of the four “micro neighborhoods” making up the Sunset District. Our objective was to create a private sports yard for the homeowner, complete with a nice putting green and space for other activities
Retaining Walls – Whitney Street – Glen Park
By Gabriella Sannino
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October 16, 2015
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Retaining walls are a necessary but often-overlooked element of landscape design. When done well, they can enhance the curb appeal of a property and add value to the home.
Current Project 2014: West Portal Custom Front & Rear
By Paul Tamate
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January 18, 2014
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Our first project in 2014 brings us back to West Portal and its a large one for San Francisco Standards. Below is a shot of the rear before construction. We’ll be constructing new fences and sunken patios with contemporary concrete retaining walls that are becoming so popular these days. Also included is a gas fire pit, stainless weir waterfearure, decks, lights and much more.
Completed: West Portal Renovation Aug.2013
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August 12, 2013
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Below is a before shot of an uninviting, underutilized backyard. We started with demo of the entire yard and concrete forms for a raised concrete planter which has become popular for todays contemporary styling.
Completed Project: Outer Sunset Makeover, 6/2013
By Paul Tamate
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June 23, 2013
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This residence in the outer sunset currently has crumbling concrete retaining walls/steps, terraces that slope and no foliage excepts for weeds. Not a very inviting environment for a young couple with a new baby. We were asked to provide a makeover, with a set strict budget and to include a deck, new steps, fix up the walls, turf and plants. We were shown some photos of elements they liked and we took it from there. Below are two photos of before.
