Carpentry
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Small Yard, Big Impact: Custom Front-Yard Raised Planters
When space is tight, the best way to grow is UP. For this project, the goal was to transform a small front lawn and give the entrance real curb appeal. We built custom raised planters that bring clean, vertical dimension to the front of the home—instantly drawing the eye and making the whole yard feel…
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Custom Raised Planters: The Perfect Solution for Complex Yards
When ground digging isn’t an option—whether due to underground septic pipes, rocky soil, or utility lines—custom raised planters offer a smart, beautiful way to grow a garden without disturbing what’s underneath. Built above ground, these handcrafted planters give your plants optimal drainage and rich, controlled soil, all while keeping your property’s infrastructure safe and untouched.…
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Fireplace Surround & Nook Shelving in Malden
To complete their cozy living room update, this Malden homeowner wanted a warm, handcrafted focal point for their new fireplace. We designed and built a custom wood mantel to frame the hearth, bringing rich texture and classic character right to the center of the room. To maximize the room’s footprint, we also fitted three custom…
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Structural Shed Restoration in Westborough
When structural rot takes hold, a quick cosmetic patch just won’t cut it. For this shed in Westborough, we got right down to the root of the problem by stripping away the compromised exterior sheathing to inspect and expose the damage underneath. We cut out the rotted framing and rebuilt the lower structure using rot-resistant…
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Renewed in Cedar: A Complete Two-Deck Resurfacing Project
Aging decks don’t always need a total rebuild to get a fresh start. For this project, we took on both a rear deck and a two-level front deck that were worn out and in serious need of redecking and structural care. After completely stripping away the old surface boards down to the frames, we performed…
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Replacing a Rotted Favorite with Custom Cedar Bench
Some outdoor pieces are too well-loved to replace with standard store-bought options. For this project, a client’s cherished outdoor bench had succombed to years of weather rot, so we stepped in to build an exact custom replacement from scratch. Using durable, high-grade cedar, I recreated the dimensions and character of the original bench so it…
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Transforming a Hazardous Basement Entry
High-traffic basement entries need to be safe, smooth, and secure—and this project was all about eliminating safety risks. The original steps had become hazardous over time, and a misaligned, ill-fitting door made getting in and out a constant frustration. I completely overhauled the access point by building a sturdy set of new interior steps and…
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Giving a Deck a Second Life: Restoration in Medford, MA
Unsafe boards shouldn’t mean starting from scratch. For this deck repair project in Medford, the original deck boards were badly cracked and splintering after years of exposure to New England weather. However, a thorough inspection revealed that the underlying framing and support structure were still completely solid and sound. Rather than tearing down a strong…