Skip to main content

Constructing Retaining Walls and Seat Wall

0:15
0:57
603 views

At 0:15 in

Project Update in Valparaiso!

What happens here

Due to the elevated nature of the patio, the project requires the construction of multiple retaining walls. The presenter points out a support wall on one side and another on the opposite side. One section of the wall has been specifically designed and built at an elevated height to serve as a functional seat wall. He notes that the structural side of the seat wall is deeper, while the decorative side is shallower. Tools like a concrete saw are visible nearby, indicating the cutting of wall blocks, and a level is placed on top of the wall to ensure proper alignment and levelness.

Goal: Build multi-level retaining walls to define and support the elevated patio area, incorporating a functional seat wall.

Tools and materials

  • Concrete Saw — Cutting retaining wall blocks to size or for curved sections
  • Level — Ensuring the retaining wall courses are level and plumb
  • Retaining Wall Blocks — Building the support and seat walls
  • Safety Glasses — Protecting eyes during cutting and construction