B's Little Side Drive

March 22, 20261 min read

Next Gen Hardscapes completed a specialized project in Bountiful, Utah, enhancing a tight side driveway with expertly constructed hardscaping features. This project highlights the use of a sturdy rock paver retaining wall paired with freshly poured concrete to optimize the narrow space while providing structural support and aesthetic appeal.

The tight side drive is seamlessly integrated with the home’s architecture, featuring clean lines and a precise retaining wall that borders the driveway. The combination of the materials and workmanship ensures durability and style, showcasing Next Gen Hardscapes' expertise in concrete and paver constructions tailored to challenging spaces.

Wide view of the completed tight side driveway with smooth new concrete and a rock paver retaining wall alongside a two-story home.

Wide view of the completed tight side driveway with smooth new concrete and a rock paver retaining wall alongside a two-story home.

End section of the narrow driveway showing the retaining wall step-down and the new concrete surface bordered by grass and existing concrete driveway.

End section of the narrow driveway showing the retaining wall step-down and the new concrete surface bordered by grass and existing concrete driveway.

Closer angle showing the retaining wall built with variously colored pavers and the freshly finished concrete driveway beside it.

Closer angle showing the retaining wall built with variously colored pavers and the freshly finished concrete driveway beside it.

Detail of the retaining wall extending along the edge of the concrete side drive, maintaining consistent height and alignment.

Detail of the retaining wall extending along the edge of the concrete side drive, maintaining consistent height and alignment.

Close-up of the juncture between the retaining wall and the home's foundation, with smooth, clean concrete connecting the elements.

Close-up of the juncture between the retaining wall and the home's foundation, with smooth, clean concrete connecting the elements.

Founder and CEO of Next Gen Hardscapes

Wes Shippen

Founder and CEO of Next Gen Hardscapes

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