With the footing set it's time to stack some blocks and bond them with a Quikrete product called Quikwall. The blocks are dry stacked and surface bonded with this stucco-like mixture, which in turn creates a foundation several times stronger than the traditional mortar method; it's also a lot easier. The finish is actually kind of attractive in an adobe/stucco sort of way, but here it will largely be covered by sheathing and siding. Many of the block openings had vertical pieces of rebar installed that were attached to the footing. They were then filled with concrete to add extra strength. The steps in the foundation reflect the grade of the slope and deck edge. The are several electrical inputs to power lights, outlets, and a breaker for a nearby spa (as per code). There's also a water line (the red hose) so an exterior hose bib can attached at the lower end of the shed.
With the footing set it's time to stack some blocks and bond them with a Quikrete product called Quikwall. The blocks are dry stacked and surface bonded with this stucco-like mixture, which in turn creates a foundation several times stronger than the traditional mortar method; it's also a lot easier. The finish is actually kind of attractive in an adobe/stucco sort of way, but here it will largely be covered by sheathing and siding. Many of the block openings had vertical pieces of rebar installed that were attached to the footing. They were then filled with concrete to add extra strength. The steps in the foundation reflect the grade of the slope and deck edge. The are several electrical inputs to power lights, outlets, and a breaker for a nearby spa (as per code). There's also a water line (the red hose) so an exterior hose bib can attached at the lower end of the shed. 
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