Zach Hannah

The journey of Hannah Outdoor Designs  began with a lawnmower and a simple love for the outdoors. Our owner, Zach, started cutting grass as a young child—a passion that eventually led him into the professional golf industry. While he will always appreciate the precision of a perfect lawn stripe, he eventually realized he wanted to do more than just maintain spaces; he wanted to build them. We’ve shifted our focus from cutting grass to crafting lasting outdoor retreats, dedicated to giving our...

When you’re investing in a patio, retaining wall, or outdoor living space, everything comes down to one thing: the foundation . If the ground beneath your project isn’t stable, it doesn’t matter how good it looks— it will fail over time . That’s where helical piers  come in. At Hannah Outdoor Designs, we use helical piers when we encounter weak, unstable, or shifting soil —because building on a bad base is not an option. 🔩 What Is a Helical Pier? A helical pier  is a steel foundation system...

If you’re dreaming of a backyard oasis overlooking one of Atlanta’s scenic creeks or rivers, you’ve likely seen a site plan like the one above. Those dotted lines aren't just suggestions—they are the "buffers" that protect our city's water quality. At Hannah Outdoor Designs , we love a good water view, but we love keeping your project legal even more. Navigating the 25', 50', and 75' buffer zones is the first step in any waterfront landscape plan. Here is what you can (and definitely can’t)...