When building anything from rammed earth, you'll need a reinforced (temporary) formwork that can withstand the immense ...

You might not care for the look of concrete blocks for your retaining wall. But you can use another material that's durable ...

Lowe Larretta is former lead editor for Forbes Home, covering all things related to home improvement and good design. She previously worked in the decor and lifestyle spaces for digital publishers ...

Q: It’s time to landscape my backyard, which is currently dirt. I have a 2-foot-high bluff where I’d like to put a retaining wall, but I’m uncomfortable with masonry work. I’ve seen stackable blocks ...