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A fire pit can make a fantastic addition to your outdoor living space because it can not only provide you with a place to gather around when the weather is chilly here in Oregon, but can also enhance the overall value of your property. If you want to design a fire pit from scratch, there are some things that you'll want to consider. First, you'll want to decide what size and...

Adding a new patio to your outdoor living space will create a perfect space to relax and enjoy the outdoors in Portland, Oregon. If you have decided to use pavers for your new patio, you will need to decide what type of pattern you want to use as well. This decision should be thought about carefully because this will determine how your patio will look and you'll want to pick something you...

Fire pits are a great feature to add to your property as they make spending time outdoors when the weather starts to get chilly here in Oregon more enjoyable. Not only that, a fire pit will instantly enhance the aesthetics of your outdoor living space and it can also increase the overall value of your property as well! What's more, you can even use a fire pit to cook meals, as long as...

As property owners, we always want to be improving our property's resell value – and if we can make the living space even more enjoyable while we're there, why not do it? A great way to add value is by installing a patio, walkway, and outdoor steps in your landscape. By using the same materials for all three, you'll create cohesion in the space which results in a seamless...

If your property has sloped land like so many property owners in Oregon, your outdoor space would benefit from installing a retaining wall. They help tremendously with soil erosion by holding soil in place, and give you more usable space on your property since you'll have a nice, newly flat area to work with. A properly designed retaining wall will provide water drainage to control...

If you feel like your outdoor living space is missing something, a wood-burning fire pit may be exactly what you need. With the peaceful crackling of the fire and wood smell that fills the air, you can't beat the ambiance it brings to the landscape. That same wonderful-smelling smoke also will deter pests like mosquitoes, so you can enjoy your outdoor space without worrying about being bitten ...