Block Design Advantages

While CornerStone® products were initially developed with the installer in mind, they were designed to allow for visually beautiful retaining walls that withstand the test of time. Truly unique in design, CornerStone®’s products utilize a hollow core innovation to enhance both the strength of the wall units and the aesthetics of the end product. Our hollow core:

Allows for versatility in projects from residential retaining walls to large commercial projects
Brings economical benefits due to less cement required
Is lightweight for easy installation without the use of special equipment
Units have a random split face to resemble weathered rock for a unique look, while complementing any design or style of construction

Attractive, sound, and environmentally friendly, CornerStone®’s hollow core products are perfect for your client’s designs.

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CornerStone Wall Designer

You have a design you need to complete, try our CornerStone Wall Designer software. Utilize this software to easily produce designs using CornerStone^®products and specs.

The CornerStone Wall Designer was designed with the engineer in mind. Including multiple methodologies, CornerStone products, and geogrid reinforcement options, you have access to a variety of scenarios to design your project in. Powerful and easy to use, this program saves you time and money in the design process!

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Latest Project Solutions

CornerStone 100 Retaining Walls Deliver Terraced Parking Solution
Location Clarksburg, MD, USA Total CornerStone Retaining Wall Blocks 11,500 sq. ft. (1,070 sq. m) CornerStone Manufacturer York Building Products Installers Roche Brothers Wall Designer Earth Retention Civil Engineer MHG Site Contractor W.F. Delauter & Son Completed Year 2015 Project Overview This truck dealership in Clarksburg, MD, required a major expansion to develop usable land for its growing vehicle inventory. Located adjacent to Interstate 270, the property’s steep slope was converted to park commercial trucks, pickup trucks and cargo vans. Two CornerStone 100 retaining walls were designed and installed to convert this challenging terrain into a terraced parking lot extension. The lower wall was built close to the property boundary to optimize the dealership’s visibility from I-270’s northbound lanes. The retaining wall’s raised height offers high-value exposure to passing traffic while showcasing their extensive inventory of commercial vehicles. The upper wall, reaching up to 26 ft. (7.9 m.) high, features an eye-catching blue clock mounted on its facing. This distinctive landmark draws attention to the dealership and has become a recognizable feature of the local landscape. Together, the two CornerStone 100 walls stabilize the property’s hillside with a reinforced parking solution that supports its continued growth. Challenges & Solutions Several design and construction challenges were addressed through Roche Brothers’ expertise and Earth Retention’s strategic wall designs. With trusted blocks produced by local CornerStone 100 producer, York Building Products, the project is a notable Interstate 270 landmark. Key challenges presented by this project’s land development included: Expanding usable commercial land along property’s steep slope Building walls close to Interstate 270 to maximize traffic visibility >More
Retaining Walls Pivotal to Hillside Development’s Distribution Facility
Location Cumberland, MD, USA Total CornerStone Retaining Wall Blocks 55,000 sq. ft. (5,110 sq. m) CornerStone Manufacturer York Building Products Completed Year 2022 Challenge & Solution: Commercial Hillside Development As urban and rural areas become increasingly populated, land developers face challenges in finding new land for large commercial developments. The scarcity of flat, accessible land pushes developers to consider more challenging sites, such as hilly areas. Hillside developments have topographical constraints to overcome, including slope stability analysis and stabilization. Earthwork, grading, building level foundations for structures, and accessibility with safe access roads are other challenges that frequently arise. Segmental retaining walls (SRWs) are a key foundational element designed to enable hillside development, especially for commercial use. In this case study, you will learn about hillside retaining walls and how CornerStone 100’s retaining wall system was engineered to convert a challenging sloped site into a 55,000 sq. ft. commercial distribution facility. With multiple CornerStone 100 retaining walls, the development includes stable support for a large warehouse, parking lots, and high-traffic roadways. Completed on-schedule from March to August 2022, this project showcases the versatility and benefits of Cornerstone 100’s SRW blocks and their robust commercial applications. With expert collaboration from planning and design to installation and completion, CornerStone 100 blocks were instrumental to this commercial development’s success. Project Overview When developing large commercial properties in sloped areas, retaining walls are often necessary to create flat, buildable land. The retaining walls reinforce soil, support heavy loads of structures and vehicles, and contribute to stormwater management and erosion control. This development in Cumberland, MD, used CornerStone 100’s engineered retaining wall system to optimize its land value and >More
Residential Retaining Walls Shape Backyard Paradise
Location Whidbey Island, WA, USA Total CornerStone Retaining Wall Blocks 2,700 sq. ft. (250 sq. m.) Owner Private Homeowner Installers BL Landscapes CornerStone Manufacturer Mutual Materials Completed Year 2022 CornerStone Blocks Build Residential Retaining Walls Homeowners Achieve Backyard Bliss with CornerStone 100 Blocks Whidbey Island’s stunning, natural Pacific coast terrain can be found in Washington state’s northwest inlet of Puget Sound. It’s also the location of many CornerStone 100 retaining walls which help shape and transform coastal properties. These residential retaining walls tell a common tale of the strength and versatility of CornerStone 100’s retaining wall system. More specifically, how these ageless dry-cast concrete blocks can transform rugged, unusable terrain into enviable backyard dreamscapes. Designing and installing retaining walls to create more usable backyard space was therefore deemed a top priority. The landowners contacted their local retaining wall installation experts at BL Landscapes for further insight on the best hardscaping solutions. The steep lot has a lovely cottage but the backyard had such a sharp drop-off that standard tasks like mowing the grass became unfeasible. With that in mind, the landowners’ goals were to construct an area that was easier to maintain, while also building an area where they could entertain and enjoy the views. “We love the CornerStone 100 installation process. After we used this retaining wall system the first time, we knew we’d never use another block,” said Brian Linson, owner of BL Landscapes. To convert the land into a viable backyard that could be enjoyed to its fullest extent, BL Landscapes instantly recommended CornerStone 100 blocks. With over 25 years of hardscaping experience, the team secured over 2,700 >More