Hillside

Elements: Dine | Cook | Structures | Fire | Swim | Entrance | Pathways | Hillside | Planting | Shade | Illuminate | Embellish | Harvest | Privacy | Color | Play

Mediterranean plantings and stone retaining walls border a hillside patio
Energetic Mediterranean plants retain the hillside below this bocce terrace
Low-water plantings, stone retaining walls and boulders hold this steep hillside
Low-water plantings, stone retaining walls and boulders hold this steep hillside
Complex and elegant terraced design creates tiered levels of outdoor living possibility with stone retaining walls
Drystack stone walls and low-water groundcover retain this hillside in a young planting that will soon grow in
Drystack stone planter wall retains a shallow slope with a contemporary deck above
Corten steel beds with concrete pillars and stairs retains upper lawn and landscape for a more spacious patio below
View from upper terrace on this complex steep project with multiple levels
Protective retaining wall creates sheltered outlook for cafe table and chairs on a hill
Drystack stone wall holds elevated border back from lawn
This image shows a luxurious backyard pool area with stone steps leading to an elevated platform with lounge chairs overlooking the water. The pool is lined with a mosaic tile border in shades of blue and green, adding a touch of elegance and color. A large planter filled with spiky ornamental grass sits by the steps, surrounded by lush greenery and plants, giving the space a natural and fresh feel. The scene exudes relaxation, with comfortable seating and greenery blending seamlessly with the pool’s modern, clean design, creating a perfect retreat for leisure.
Raised stone tile patio with wrapping structures leading to gravel path below
Unique wood deck with hexagonal overlook on a steeply sloped site
Simple dry stack retaining wall planted with groundcover holds path along side of house
Drystack stone garden terrace retains patio from lower lawn
Elevated deck creates walk-out space on this property built on a hill
Staircase with metal railing connects levels retained by terraced stone walls
Wooden deck and stairs overlooking pool and patio area
Curved Infinity-edge pool with contemporary wood deck overlooks valley
Complex terraced landscape makes the most of a steep hillside property
Complex terraced site with outdoor living spaces on multiple levels
Wooden deck and stairs with retained hillside garden overlook pool and patio area
Terrace overlooks steep hillside vineyard and natural rolling hills

Steep terrain can present challenges, but it can also present opportunities. A home overlooking an incredible view or set into a slope awaits a design that can see its potential. From low terracing to decking to engineered retaining walls, we embrace the chance to create a truly unique site.

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