Love the view, but not of you
Fencing That Actually Works For Your Space
A good fence does more than mark a boundary. It shapes how a yard feels, how much of it you actually use, and how comfortable you are spending time in it.
The cedar posts that will grey to match the vertical slats, making this fence a unobtrusive way for the client to protect their privacy.
Here's a look at some of the options we think are worth knowing about.
Vertical gardens
If you want privacy and you're willing to think a little differently, a living wall is hard to beat. Climbing vines, ornamental grasses, and flowering plants trained along a structure create a natural screen that also happens to reduce noise, improve air quality, and give birds and pollinators somewhere to land. It takes more tending than a wood fence, but the result feels like a garden, not a barrier.
Horizontal slat fences
Clean, modern, and versatile. Horizontal slat fences have become a go-to for a reason: they provide solid privacy while still letting air and light filter through. Wood brings warmth, metal reads more industrial, and both can be dressed up or kept simple depending on the surrounding architecture.
Imagine when this cedar privacy screen is covered in vines! We love knowing that the garden projects we work on only get better looking with age.
Composite fencing
For low-maintenance longevity, composite materials are worth a serious look. Engineered to resist fading, warping, and insects, composite fences hold up well over time without much intervention. They come in a range of colors and textures that can be matched to almost any property style.
Decorative metal screens
Metal screens sit somewhere between fencing and art. Laser-cut or forged panels can be used as standalone partitions or layered into an existing fence for a custom look. With the right outdoor lighting, they create interesting shadow patterns that change through the day.
Louvred fences
If you want control over light and airflow rather than a fixed solution, louvred fences are worth considering. Adjustable slats let you dial in how much sun and breeze comes through, and the angled panels cast shifting patterns of light and shadow that give a space some visual interest beyond pure function.
Bamboo and woven panels
For a more relaxed, natural feel, bamboo and woven panels made from willow or reed are a good fit. They're sustainable, they soften the edges of a yard, and the gaps in the weave let light filter through gently rather than blocking it out entirely. The effect is more garden than fortress, which suits a lot of outdoor spaces on the Oregon coast just fine.
