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Time For The Fence Generally, you would build and install all the hardscaping features first, but you must think through the logistics of your entire project because there are exceptions to this rule. Accessibility was a primary concern on this site because of its relatively narrow width and long depth. The extreme slope (approx. 15%) [...]

Pool Patio To Bar Area In an earlier post on the Cabana Framing we saw how the concrete slab for the bar area was recessed to give room for the pool patio stone work.  To the right you see stone mason Lester Szajna bring the dry-set Norwegian Buff stone right into the bar area. This [...]

The cabana is approximately 120′ from the main house so it will offer a number of practical features for family and guests.  In addition to convenience there is the added design element of the cabana echoing the home’s architecture.  Showing once again the value of bringing structure out into the landscape. With the concrete slab [...]

The cabana was designed to be built on a concrete slab – a very common approach to seasonal structures.  The architect was aware of the imported fill on the site and specified the concrete pier footings be dug down to virgin ground.  The fill was a minimum of 5′ deep.  You can see the ladder [...]