Patios · Retaining walls · Outdoor living
Carved Earth Design
Carved from Earth. Built for Living.
- Serving Raleigh and the Triangle
- Workmanship warranty
- 919-414-6652
What we build
Outdoor spaces built to be lived in
One team from concept through construction, so the design you approve is the yard you get.
Patios & pavers
Paver and natural stone patios laid out around how you actually use your yard.
Retaining walls
Stone walls that hold the slope and turn it into level, usable space.
Fire pits & seat walls
Fire pits ringed with built-in stone seating, made for evenings outside.
Outdoor kitchens
Built-in grill islands and stone counters that match the rest of the hardscape.
Planting & lawn
New lawn, beds and plantings that soften the stone and fill in over time.
Lighting & drainage
Step and wall lights for evenings, and drainage that keeps it all dry.
The transformation
From open lawn to backyard retreat.
An open, worn lawn turned into a patio and fire pit retreat, framed by new stone walls.
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About us
We shape stone, wood and earth into outdoor spaces that feel like they were always part of the landscape.
Justin Ballard brings nearly 20 years of construction and carpentry experience, including eight years as a lead carpenter on ABC’s Extreme Makeover: Home Edition. Every project gets the same priorities: thorough planning, quality craftsmanship and clear communication.
Recent projects
Backyards we’ve brought to life
How it works
Simple from start to finish
- 01
Consultation
We walk the yard with you and talk through ideas, budget and timing.
- 02
Design
We draw up the plans and handle the HOA paperwork, so approvals are sorted before any digging starts.
- 03
Build
Our crew handles everything from grading and drainage to the final stone.
- 04
Enjoy
We walk the finished space together, ready for its first evening outside.
Let’s plan your backyard.
Tell us a little about your space. Justin will follow up to set up a free consultation, walk the yard with you and talk through ideas and budget.