A Properly Balanced Biome

A Clear Pond Starts With Construction Creating the Perfect Pool or Pond Biome Mimicking Nature A properly balanced biome in a naturally filtered pond or pool relies on mimicking natural wetlands. This creates crystal-clear water without chemicals through biological processes involving plants, beneficial bacteria, microbes, and proper circulation. At HD Masonry, we design and build […]

Gilbert the Grizzly

A Carved Concrete ‘Bearadise’ for an Orphaned Grizzly Building a Forever Home for Gilbert the Grizzly Cub As an independent craftsman, I’ve poured my heart into projects like six-figure stone cladding, natural stone fireplaces, and serene swim-ponds. Each is rewarding, but none hold a candle to the enclosure we built for Gilbert, an orphaned grizzly […]

Naturally Filtered Pools

What are the Benefits of a Naturally Filtered Pool or Pond? Is it time to say goodbye to chlorine pools? In an era where sustainability and health are paramount, naturally filtered swimming pools—also known as natural swimming pools or bio-pools—are gaining popularity as an eco-friendly alternative to traditional chlorinated pools. These pools rely on biological […]