Gabion walls and gabion fences are known to be a very practical solution and cost-effective alternative to conventional walls. You can save a lot of money, especially if you fill the wire mesh baskets with book stones yourself. However, modern gabions are suitable for fencing, noise protection and slope reinforcement. In all other cases, except for purely decorative purposes, it is advisable to seek advice from experts and structural engineers, as foundations are usually required as a stable base.
Gabion wall and gabion fence – possible uses in the modern garden
The gabion wall achieves a close toDrywalleffect and is relatively easy to build yourself. Different mesh baskets can be filled with stones and put together using special systems. There are several variants available, the selection of which depends on the load on the gabion or the size of the building blocks.
Natural stone in the garden
A gabion wall can be used as a stand-alone garden decoration or delimit different areas in the garden - terrace from the garden, vegetable garden from the lawn. This can also be set up as a privacy screen, but at the same time does not completely block the draft.
Gabion wall – functional and usable in small or large gardens
Gabion fence is a good alternative to traditional masonry and is used to separate the property from the neighboring one. In this case, you should check local regulations.
As part of the modern house facade
For a gabion wall in the form of a retaining wall or slope reinforcement, special wider and more stable wire baskets should be used. The static loads and subsoil come into question and should be calculated by the structural engineer.
Hand in hand with modern architecture
However, the gabions can be used to create playful accents and functional solutions that impress with their modern look and uncomplicated installation. Before you get started, take a look at our 45 design ideas and carefully inform yourself about the details of any possible construction work.
With hedge for airy property borders
Privacy protection and modern effect
Protect privacy without being intrusive
Gabion wall – easy to assemble without plastering
Used in the lounge area to protect privacy
Decorative use of gabion walls in the garden
Gabion wall as a decorative highlight in the outdoor area
Gabion fence – decorative elements can be easily integrated
As a privacy screen in the garden or simply for variety
Arrange gabions and cypresses tastefully
Cypress trees as an airy fence
A successful combination with greenery
Plant containers can be easily integrated into the gabions
Green with climbing plants
As a substrate for climbing plants – ivy
Let yourself be beautifully greened
Put together a privacy screen made of wood and a hedge
With wooden elements for varied fencing
Different design and application options
Separate areas in the garden with wood
Good alternative for “airy” fencing
Wood looks natural and visually pleasant
Natural effect through a combination of natural materials – natural stone, wood and plants
Slatted wall for a modern touch outdoors
Provide privacy protection in the outdoor lounge area
Retaining wall – modern and natural looking
Terraced garden design
Retaining wall shapes and separates levels in the garden
Am Hang
Modern house on a hillside with an impressive front garden
Modern architecture – house on a hillside
Ideal for terraced garden design and sunken gardens
As a retaining wall
Different types of natural stone filling are possible
Overwhelm the slope and terracing of the property
Use as a retaining wall on a slope
Retaining wall is required if the terrain of the property is uneven
Alternative to layered masonry
Wonderfully suitable for sunny locations
Massive steps made of wooden blocks
Decorated with Corten steel
With rusty grilles
As a decorative water source
When terracing the garden
