A worker-owned design, build, and maintenance cooperative
23 May 2017

Wooden It Be Lovely?

THE CHALLENGE
These clients had an aging, custom made landscape including timber walls, fences and a gate that were in serious disrepair. They liked the original look and how it fit with the house, so they wanted it restored to its previous glory.

THE RESTORATION
We used long lasting cedar to re-create the original style of fences and gates. All carpentry is custom throughout. We installed vapor barrier behind the new timber walls to keep the water from rotting the wood a second time, dutifully testing to ensure there was no leaking. The structures and trim were carefully re-shingled to match the spacing and pattern of the house. The small pavers embedded in the timber steps were recycled and reused to keep the original look. Careful attention was paid to ensure the intricate pattern of the patio pavers was maintained and no damage occurred when it was removed and reinstalled along the edges. We salvaged as many plants as possible to be replanted in the landscape, and recycled all debris generated throughout the project.

If you have a space you’d like to see lovingly restored, don’t hesitate to Contact Us for a consultation.

18 Oct 2016
Custom arbor

Carpentry Overview

WORKING WITH WOOD

We provide carpentry services for a number of different purposes. Whether you need a fence, gate, arbor, or raised beds, we have the know how to build beautiful and lasting structures. Wood provides beautiful screening for things like utilities and garbage cans, not to mention from neighbors and passers by. Whether you want a simple structure or an elaborate arbor, we can help you plan and design naturally beautiful wooden features for your yard. We also partner with wood craftsmen from the Puget Sound for special projects like carved wood and fletchings. If you’d like to add the warm glow of wood to your yard, Contact Us for an estimate.