Patios and Retaining Walls, St. Louis Park, MN

Two Traditional Patios

Revamping Existing Patios

Southview was called to refresh this couple's patio and retaining walls in the back and front of the home. Both were in desperate need of repair. With a slight modification, this designer created a new plan which consisted of swapping the existing patio pavers with Bluestone and redesigning the retaining walls in a way to ensure structural integrity.

Traditional/formal style home with two patios, retaining walls and steppers leading to the front of the home.

Backyard Patio Decks

Imagine opening your french doors and stepping out onto either of these beautiful bluestone deck patios. If you've found yourself on the patio on the righthand side, you're probably just starting your day off with a warm cup of coffee or tea. On the other end, there is more space to enjoy a meal or even roast a few s'mores over the fire. Either choice of patio gives you a relaxing backdrop of the lakeshore.

wicker chairs with yellow pillows, bluestone patio, limestone retaining walls, overlooking lakeshore

A perfect backdrop for any occasion. ​

Cafe patio with wicker chairs, low retaining walls, shrubs, steppers

​Cafe patio with natural stacked limestone retaining walls.​

Entry-way and Front Yard Repairs

The front entryway and steps also received a refresh. Pictured above on the right is a beautiful shallow turret with a stone veneer and arch above the front door. A must-have for any traditional-styled home! There is also a bluestone stoop, with just one step that leads to a bluestone walkway. On the right, there is a matching bluestone paver walkway, new concrete steps, and a stacked limestone retaining wall.

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