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Building a Two-Tier Stone Raised Bed: Need More Details

Clarifying the Project Scope

The user references a 2012 image of a two-tier stone wall with integrated steps in a back corner. To provide dimensions and instructions, I need confirmation:

Is it a back corner with two retaining levels and steps?
Approximate dimensions (length, height of each tier)?
Stone type (fieldstone, cut stone, block)?
Drainage provisions?

Once confirmed, I can outline the construction sequence: footing, first course, drainage, backfill, second tier, capstones, and step integration.

If it's my past work (5–10 years ago), I'll do my best to reconstruct the details.

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