Concrete was selected as the hardscape material for this project to overcome specific design flaw problems. Using concrete allowed the owner to have a functional entry that is also appealing to the eye.

To begin with, the main entry doorway was about 5 feet above the finished grade of the landscape. Highridge Corp. first produced three cast-in-place concrete walls for structural support and to carry the new concrete entry steps. Two of the walls were 5-by-5-foot box planters placed on either side of the main entry. The third wall ran adjacent to these walls 5 feet from the planter walls. The walls were later covered and capped with a concrete cultured stone product.

Entry steps and two landings were placed between the walls. They were done in stamped concrete for a seamless texture. This resulted in a functional entry area that is easily accessed from two directions.

Highridge next placed a circular entry walk that combines the two ends of the entry with access to the street, including another set of steps. A walkway for access to the driveway area was also placed. All walkway areas and steps were stamped to match the entry areas.

For the driveway area, 240 linear feet of stamped concrete banding were cast. This was done for design and structural integrity of the driveway sections. The paving areas are 4-inch integral colored sections reinforced with No. 4 rebar.

All concrete areas were treated with a cure and seal product for a satin finish and protective coating. Additional stamped concrete was used for stair landings at the rear of the property.