Retaining walls are more than just stylized design features that make your backyard look like something out of a storybook. They also hold back soil and prevent erosion on slopes in your yard. Because ...

Looking at how to choose the best type of retaining wall? Perhaps you want to make a sloped backyard more private, or you want to replace your current gravity wall with something that better suits ...

Retaining walls built of stone or brick are the traditional style and usually blend nicely into their surrounding landscape. The question is, though: are these really the best materials for the job ...

In a sloped yard, retaining walls have important roles to play. But some of the less expensive options aren't always the most aesthetically pleasing. This is how many yards end up with dull concrete ...

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Lowe Larretta is former lead editor for Forbes Home, covering all things related to home improvement and good design. She previously worked in the decor and lifestyle spaces for digital publishers ...

The desire to have a bit of land to call your own is not an uncommon one. However, in the Bay Area, finding our own personal outdoor space can be a challenge. Some of us live in newer housing ...