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With Their Own Hands: Father & Son Team Up To Assemble A Face-To-Face Glider

Over the years, our customers and their families have had remarkably meaningful experiences with our outdoor gliders. One couple commemorated 20 years of marriage with a glider engraved with the surnames of their ancestors. Another family gifted their elderly mother with a glider reminiscent of the one she played on as a young girl. More … With Their Own Hands: Father & Son Team Up To Assemble A Face-To-Face Glider
The Del Norte Pavilion—Outdoor Living At Its Best

Macy and Marci Gast of Clackamas, Oregon have been married for almost 22 years. Yet they remember their honeymoon as if it were yesterday, in part because they’ve recreated the Jamaican setting in their own backyard. The centerpiece is a Del Norte Kitchen Pavilion. During a recent phone interview, they shared the origin story of … The Del Norte Pavilion—Outdoor Living At Its Best
[Video] Custom Redwood Kiosks Welcome Hikers To the Forest
Amigos de los Rios works to connect urban residents in the Los Angeles area to the forest. Well-maintained hiking trails are integral to the mission. Founder Claire Robinson says that until recently something important was missing from the trails, “a beautiful kiosk with a roof and a big panel…to welcome people.” Watch the video to … [Video] Custom Redwood Kiosks Welcome Hikers To the Forest
Wood & Stone Pavilion Brings “Up North” Beauty To A Suburban Backyard

Stephanie Bono and Ken O’Connor of Royal Oak, Michigan describe their Del Norte Outdoor Kitchen Pavilion as a bit of “Up North” beauty transplanted to their suburban backyard. “Up North” is a term locals use for the northern part of Michigan’s Lower Peninsula, an area known for its rustic cottage charm and serene landscapes. But … Wood & Stone Pavilion Brings “Up North” Beauty To A Suburban Backyard
[Video] A Gazebo On Par With A Championship Golf Course
While researching designs for a starter station for the Saticoy Club’s championship golf course in Somis, CA, Manager Robert Nagelberg zeroed in on three high-priority requirements: 1. The design had to be elegant and unique so as to integrate with the spectacular setting and caliber of the course. 2. The structure needed 360-degree visibility to … [Video] A Gazebo On Par With A Championship Golf Course
Shelter From The Storm: 3 Shade Structures That Withstood The Winds Of Hurricane Ian

The stability of our shade structures starts with our stainless steel anchor kits. We weld these critical components in-house using a labor-intensive process. In fact, our post anchors are so well-made that other businesses and vendors regularly ask to purchase them as a standalone product. While we’re flattered, it is not practical for us to … Shelter From The Storm: 3 Shade Structures That Withstood The Winds Of Hurricane Ian
“A true 5-star experience” with an attached pergola
Siddique Abbasi of Newbury Park, CA envisioned a shade solution that would maximize a specific area of his backyard. When he came across Forever Redwood online, Siddique says “It felt like fate!” Watch the video below to learn why Siddique calls the process of working with Forever Redwood “a true 5-star experience.” You’ll also hear … “A true 5-star experience” with an attached pergola
Our furniture featured on GardenSmartTV! [VIDEO]

How is Forever Redwood’s restoration forestry like gardening? Eric Johnson, host of GardenSMART TV, drew comparisons between the two during a recent interview with Forever Redwood Founder, Raul Hernandez. The episode was broadcast on PBS stations throughout the US. GardenSMART is a “hands-in-the-dirt” exploration of all things gardening, for both the novice and experienced gardener. The producers called upon … Our furniture featured on GardenSmartTV! [VIDEO]
How One Designer Transformed A Family’s Backyard From “Blah” To Beautiful (While Saving Them Money)

Leah Cartwright of Viva Designs is passionate about creating unique, beautiful, and inviting indoor and outdoor living spaces for her clients. One of her recent projects skillfully utilized a Del Norte Outdoor Kitchen Pavilion to transform a family’s backyard from drab and uninviting to the neighborhood’s favorite gathering spot. The family lives in a close-knit … How One Designer Transformed A Family’s Backyard From “Blah” To Beautiful (While Saving Them Money)
Dr. Zee & Carolyn’s Enchanting Gazebo Treehouse

Mehrooz (Dr. Zee) and Carolyn’s photo above tied for 3rd place in Forever Redwood’s 2021 Photo Contest Carolyn and Mehrooz (Dr. Zee) were heartbroken when a beloved 120 ft. maple tree cracked so severely that it needed to be felled. The tree was part of a forest of black locust, maple, black cherry, and white … Dr. Zee & Carolyn’s Enchanting Gazebo Treehouse