RC Concrete
Overhead view of a custom concrete patio with a compass design in Puyallup, WA, next to tiered garden planters.
Completed 2021

Custom Concrete Patio with Compass Rose and Exposed Aggregate Retaining Walls

A custom-etched compass rose serves as the striking centerpiece for this multi-faceted custom concrete installation in Puyallup.

  • Puyallup, WA
  • 2-3 weeks
  • 1000 sq ft
  • 7 photos
Overhead view of a custom concrete patio with a compass design in Puyallup, WA, next to tiered garden planters.

A custom compass rose design etched into the concrete patio surface.

Close-up of the saw-cut compass rose detail on the sand-finish concrete patio in Puyallup, with a red center.

Precision saw-cut lines create the intricate compass pattern.

Installation of tiered retaining wall planters on a gravel base for a residential garden project in Puyallup.

Exposed aggregate retaining walls forming structured garden beds.

Project Stages Shown

  • 1forming-and-steel
  • 2project-complete

Project Overview

A custom-etched compass rose serves as the striking centerpiece for this multi-faceted custom concrete installation in Puyallup. The circular patio surface presents a fine, sand-like texture, achieved through a meticulous finishing process that highlights the material's natural character. This central feature is framed by a darker, stamped concrete border, providing a rich textural contrast. The property's slope is expertly managed with a series of tiered retaining walls, which form a large, functional garden space. Each wall panel is crafted with a uniform exposed aggregate finish, offering exceptional durability and a rugged elegance that connects the hardscape to the surrounding natural environment. Precision saw-cut joints in the patio are not merely functional; they are integral to the artistic compass design, demonstrating a mastery of form and function.

View of the newly installed retaining wall planters arranged in rows in front of a modern home's rockery.

The layout of the garden planters maximizes the usable sloped space.

Wide angle shot of the complete set of exposed aggregate garden boxes set on a terraced landscape.

A functional and aesthetic solution for hillside gardening.

Detailed close-up of the exposed aggregate finish on a concrete retaining wall panel, showing stone texture.

The textured surface provides durability and a natural aesthetic.

The arrangement of custom concrete planter boxes creating pathways for a future terraced garden.

Durable concrete planters designed for longevity and function.

Tags:

  • Stamped Border
  • Saw Cut Control Joints
  • Concrete Steps
  • Exposed Aggregate
  • Multi Tone

Things to Know

01

Why use exposed aggregate for retaining wall planters?

Exposed aggregate offers multiple benefits for retaining walls:

  • Highly durable and weather-resistant surface
  • Excellent slip resistance from textured finish
  • Unique decorative appearance with varied stone colors
  • Low maintenance compared to other finishes
02

What are the disadvantages of exposed aggregate retaining walls?

Exposed aggregate retaining walls have some drawbacks:

  • Rough texture can be uncomfortable for bare skin
  • Repairs are difficult to blend with original surface
  • Small crevices can trap dirt requiring pressure washing
  • Higher cost than standard broom finish
03

How do you maintain exposed aggregate concrete planters?

Pressure wash or use a stiff brush to remove dirt from the textured surface. Apply high-quality penetrating sealer every 2-4 years to protect against weathering, stains, and moisture.

Local Puyallup experts for Retaining Walls

As a Puyallup based concrete company, we build retaining wall that handle valley alluvial soils, South Hill clay and year round rain. Your project is designed for drainage, stability and long term performance right here in the Puyallup area.

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