Zach Hannah

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)...

We’ve all been there: a heavy spring downpour turns your beautiful backyard into a temporary swamp. While a "moat" might sound medieval and cool, it’s usually the last thing you want for your foundation or your landscaping. At Hannah Outdoor Designs , we get a lot of questions about how to manage runoff effectively. One of the most efficient, "hidden" heroes of drainage is the Flow Well  (often referred to as a dry well). Here is everything you need to know about this underground powerhouse....

When you are planning a stunning new outdoor living space—perhaps a multi-level paver patio, a sleek outdoor kitchen, or an engineered retaining wall—you are focused on the finish. You’re thinking about the stone texture, the integrated lighting, and the ultimate view. But at Hannah Outdoor Designs, we know that the longevity of that dream space depends entirely on what’s happening beneath the surface. One of the most frequent questions we encounter during the demolition and excavation phase...