What is a gabion wall, really?
The simple idea behind the wire and stone—and how the right setting makes it look intentional.
Ideas, practical guides and honest explanations for anyone curious about building with stone-filled baskets.
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Explore the topics ↗The essentials.
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Which stone belongs in a gabion basket?
Size, shape and colour can change a finished wall more than you expect.
The first questions to ask before building
Think about the ground, the purpose of the wall and the look you want to achieve.
Good gardens are made of good decisions.
Gabions can feel rugged, refined or almost invisible in a landscape. We look at real uses, thoughtful details and the practical choices behind them.
Read the journal ↗Field notes.
More ideas below
Design notes
Where gabion walls work best
Building basics
Welded mesh or woven wire?
The details
How to make a stone wall feel at home
Outdoor ideas
Pairing stone, timber and planting
Ideas in practice.
A quick starting guide01
Small gardens
Use a low gabion to define a bed or seating area without cutting off the view.
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Before building
Check the ground, drainage and purpose of the wall before choosing basket dimensions.
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Choosing stone
Match stone size to the mesh openings so the fill stays in place and the face reads neatly.
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Safety first