From the yard
Notes on building outdoors in Alaska.
What we are working on, what we have learned about our soils and seasons, and the thinking behind the way we build.
30 Aug 2026
Retaining Walls in Anchorage: What Freeze-Thaw Really Demands
Why retaining walls fail in Alaska, and the drainage and base work that keeps a wall standing straight through freeze-thaw and spring break-up. Read more
19 Aug 2026
Paver Patios That Stay Flat Through an Alaskan Winter
Settling, heaving and lifted edges all start underneath. What goes into a paver patio base that survives freeze-thaw in Anchorage. Read more
8 Aug 2026
