5 Ways to Use Boulder Rock Walls in Landscape Design

Big Rock Landscaping understands the benefits of boulders. With a team of experts professionally trained in outdoor living space design, they understand the allure that comes when natural beauty is able to meet structural function.

Not only are boulders rugged, offering a natural and aesthetic appeal, but they also have numerous practical benefits. Rock walls are used all the time as a way to create usable space, whether it is for leveling a sloped area (hello patio area!) or for a variety of other landscaping features. Boulders can also be used as a natural option for drainage and as a way to manage erosion and prevent washouts. This ultimate versatility is not only low maintenance but also extremely cost-effective. 

The experts at Big Rock Landscaping are professionals at finding the most effective and aesthetically pleasing ways to use rock walls, as well as the reasons why they are a natural fit for Utah landscapes. With boulder rock walls known for being durable and low maintenance, the team at Big Rock Landscaping is a fountain of landscape boulder wall ideas.

5 Smart Ways to Use Boulder Rock Walls in Your Yard 

Wondering about the best ways to use boulder rock walls in your yard? The experts at Big Rock Landscaping have you covered.

Create a Sloped Front or Backyard 

Boulder rock walls are a prime way to create a sloped front or backyard. In addition to a natural aesthetic that complements Utah’s landscape design beautifully, using boulder rocks to create retaining walls for sloped yards is a fantastic way to prevent soil erosion. This solution is ideal for homes in Utah built on hillsides.

Define and Enhance Entertainment Spaces 

A boulder rock wall has the ability to create an entertainment space in a natural and aesthetic way. It has the opportunity not only to offer a visual appeal but also to create a focal point in a backyard, showcasing the natural beauty of the outdoors. These walls can be used to define spaces, create level areas (such as the patio area), or even provide additional seating. Interested in a water feature? A rock wall also has the ability to be easily incorporated into a backyard water display.

Frame a Unique Water Feature 

There’s nothing quite like the natural tranquility of an outdoor water feature. A water feature with boulders is a way to create an elegant focal point that will be the most memorable part of your backyard. Boulders can be used in a variety of ways, whether it be a pond, a fountain, or a waterfall. Be sure to pay attention to the variety of textures that you will find on a boulder to improve the overall sensory experience. Incorporating boulders is a fabulous way to add both a rustic and elegant look to your outdoor water feature.

Create Natural Transitions 

The team of experts at Big Rock Landscaping has years of experience creating natural transitions with boulder rock walls. Let a professional design the space in a way that will seamlessly integrate the boulder rock wall into your Utah landscape design through strategic placement, integration with plants, lighting enhancement (if desired), garden paths, and curved walls. All of these ideas create a softer and stylish look, creating function without the need for a harsh retaining wall.

Add Depth and Visual Interest to Flat Yards 

A flat yard is often lacking in texture and depth. By adding a boulder rock wall, you are creating a visual interest that will break up the space and create new focal points. This is also a good way to create different and new spaces in your yard whether it be with new seating or entertaining areas or even an area that will showcase a water feature. Placed correctly, a boulder rock wall can incorporate plantings and highlight landscape focal points.

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Ready to Build with Boulder Rock Walls?

The team at Big Rock Landscaping is ready to use their custom hardscaping services to create the perfect boulder rock wall for your outdoor living space. The team has unparalleled expertise when it comes to building boulder rock walls in Utah as well as creating memorable custom landscape designs. 

The benefits of adding a boulder rock wall are extensive, whether it be to control yard erosion, create a flat space for entertaining in an otherwise sloped yard, enhance a water feature in your outdoor space, or even to add more depth and interest to an otherwise flat space. As the premium boulder wall designers and builders, Big Rock Landscaping is Utah’s top provider. Let them design the space of your dreams today.