I'm still recovering from Halloween - 538 trick-or-treaters is a LOT Of kids - and it's still framing how I look at things. Of the nearly $200 we … [Read more...] about Drainage and Infrastructure Are Not Like Milk Duds
Concrete Design
How Much Does a Retaining Wall Cost in Northern Virginia?
I recently spoke with someone who was looking for a retaining wall, four feet tall and ninety feet long. Before moving forward with a consultation he … [Read more...] about How Much Does a Retaining Wall Cost in Northern Virginia?
What is a Concrete Turndown Edge on a Patio, Anyhow?
Sounds so fancypants, doesn't it? I have a few projects underway that need one, and it's a simple concept that sounds more involved than it … [Read more...] about What is a Concrete Turndown Edge on a Patio, Anyhow?
Why Is This Retaining Wall Failing?
I walk by this wall whenever I walk to the post office in downtown Culpeper. Walls like this are pretty common in older neighborhoods like mine. … [Read more...] about Why Is This Retaining Wall Failing?
Elements of Design: Texture
Texture deals with how smooth or rough a surface is. When talking about elements of structures, smooth surfaces can often seem more modern and … [Read more...] about Elements of Design: Texture