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What Real Clients Say About Working with Premier Backyard Living

Doug Pyle
2024

“Micah and his team are the elite outdoor living space designers working world wide to improve people’s quality of life. I can’t express enough how happy we are with their services!”

Niki Nishimuras
2018

“We absolutely love our new dream landscaping, it is amazing! We are truly satisfied with the team of professionals we worked with. They are like family to us now. Priscilla was wonderful, she was with us every step of the project and was very knowledgeable and able to explain thing clearly. We are just thrilled with the luxury design and skill of execution.”

Kurt Prewitt
2012

“Wow! They were great. Micah made sure he understood my vision for my yard and was able to translate that into a fabulous look. I was extremely happy with their crew as they were polite,efficient and neat. They communicated ell with me to make sure i was getting exactly the patios and irrigation i wanted. I’ve worked with a lot of landscaping companies and they are the best I’ve encountered. I’ve already hired them to do some more work for me.
Thanks!”

Kristian Wilson
2019

“Micah is extremely knowledgeable and goes out of his way to assist with ideas for your project. In my first interaction with him, he spent 30 minutes (after hours) to listen to my plans and to share ideas. He walked me through pictures of beautiful projects and concepts that may fit my needs and spent a good amount of time showing me previous jobs/concepts that he thought may be good fits for my project. That was truly unexpected and much appreciated. He is clearly passionate about his work/company and it shows. I would definitely recommend his services!”

Mark O’Hare
2015
“Great quality work! The design and execution was exceptional, very happy with the final product. In the past I have felt the need to ‘micromanage’ contractor work, Premier Backyard Living did not require this approach – they discussed the make/break decisions with me and made the ‘right’ decisions on a complex paving project when I wasn’t available – that is worth a lot for piece of mind. Project went a day or 2 over, no big deal, and occasional communication challenge, however all-in-all very happy!”

Vanessa
2021
“I had an excellent experience with the folks here. I’m truly impressed with the on time professional work and the customer service was great. I spoke with Priscilla on the phone and she was very knowledgeable. She came out to my home and was up front with all things needing to be done. She also gave me a very accurate estimate. Not to mention she is just super sweet! Price was reasonable. Quality work! I would definitely recommend this company!”

Micah Shelton
2019
“Premier Backyard Living has helped us on multiple backyard projects in the Portland Metro area. As house flippers we pride ourselves on having an excellent exterior presence for our future buyers. Premier Backyard Living delivers each and every time. Highly recommend.”

Kathy Fritts
2019
“Beautiful job rebuilding my small city lot on a very busy street from zero to an oasis (or it will be once I can plant in the spring). It was a complicated job dealing with a bamboo invasion/ digging out large rocks/ installing a pond/ building a retaining wall to support the new deck/ installing drain tile underneath a rock “river”/ building a screening fence, two gates, a shed, and hot tub privacy fencing. Things went well overall. Their excavators, carpenters, pond builder, and stone masons are all first rate. They are not cheap, but I didn’t really think any of the other companies I got bids from could have successfully handled a job with this many moving parts.

My quibble is how long it took (four months) with long periods where they were not working on this job. People get sick and don’t work out, of course, but all too often I was not kept in the loop. But as I said, I am satisfied with the job and look forward to years of peaceful enjoyment of a beautiful new space.”

Ethan Skowronek
2019
“Love that Micah guy! he helped my family fix our volleyball court and walked us through step by step for every single one of our problems. highly recommend Premier Backyard Living to anyone looking for a good landscaper.”

Mari Thompson
2019
“Premier Backyard Living did a great job designing and building our dream backyard. It is beautiful and feels like paradise. I see many years of enjoyment and memories made back there!”

Roger Hull
2015
“The Premier Backyard Living team arrives when they say they will, do the work well and we are always charged a reasonable price. We’ll never take our business elsewhere. We can’t see any reason to ‘fix what ain’t broke.’ This is a well organized and able company. Premier Backyard Living has our strongest recommendation.”

Dunetchka Otero-Serrano
2015
“Great working with these guys! I have been a client of Premier Backyard Living for 10 years. Their team is wonderful: respectful, responsive and very professional.”

Lyndon Lawless
2015
“We were very impressed with the professionalism and care with which Premier Backyard Living workers went about completing our project. Highest rating!”

Rachel J.
2018
“I ran into an employee of Premier Backyard Living the other day and they asked me how my yard was doing after working with me over 2 years ago. Not only did he remember my face and name but he asked how my yard was. I told him my family and I enjoy it so much and with summer around the corner we can’t wait to use it again and again with the new outdoor living space we now have thanks for them. We’ll be pulling out the s’mores and using the pizza oven all summer long. Plus, my dog loves the water feature even though it was meant for us and not her. Thanks again Premier Backyard Living!!”

Jeff Yamin
2018
“Micah and team have always done terrific work for us, over multiple years, multiple properties, multiple projects. Very professional, reliable, his crews are awesome. Couldn’t recommend them more.”

Padcha Cain
2017
“We used Premier Backyard Living for their design services and they created our dream backyard! We didn’t even make one change to the design because the designer completely captured our style and the elements we were looking for. We didn’t know where to begin but knew things we liked and she brought it all together into a comprehensive design. It was stunning and we are building to it now. Micah was an absolute pleasure to meet and work with thru the design process.”

Cherie Gallina
2015
“I had an excellent experience with Premier Backyard Living. They were professional and very knowledgeable. I had an idea of what I wanted, but wasn’t sure on how to get it accomplished. Micah suggested getting a design, and took the time to really understand what I was looking for. The design came back better than I could have ever imagined. They seemed to know exactly what I was wanting while staying within my budget. I am very excited about getting this project going, and look forward to a long term relationship with this company. I would recommend Premier Backyard Living to anyone that is looking for a professional landscaping company, they exceeded my expectations.”

Bella
2016
“When we moved in to our house we loved the inside of the house but hated our yard. We had an uneven, unusable area filled with concrete and mud. Access from the house was poor and there was very little privacy. As soon as we met with the designers to put together a design for our ‘perfect yard’ we knew it was going to be good. The design was able to translate everything we had asked for on to paper and more importantly Premier Backyard Living was able to take this from paper to reality. Now we have an amazing outdoor space which flows beautifully from our inside space. Although our yard is small we have many separate areas which are both beautiful and functional. The quality of work on each piece of this project is truly impressive. Even with a few bumps in the road, (inevitable with any project) Micah and crew were willing to make sure that everything came out exactly the way we wanted. The new yard is amazing and has literally changed the way we live in our home.”

Selynn Edwards
2021

“We had several bids for our large landscape project. Our slope made the project complicated and expensive. Micah was the only one to give us options and suggestions for various pricing levels. As a consumer, I rely on the expertise of the professional in the field and appreciated Micah’s suggestions and the pros and cons for each material. He was knowledgeable and took the time to explain the process to us – and this is not an easy accomplishment with an engineer husband who does his own research and has many questions. Micah’s method of communication was great. We were reassured that no short cuts were taken. In addition, the billing and communication of weekly work completed was detailed and understandable. The project did take longer than estimated but in my opinion, a small price to pay for quality craftmanship. We have done enough remodels to know that there are always surprises and quick communication and collaboration are the key to success. The staff were friendly, reliable, and wizards with the heavy machinery. I was impressed with how tidy they left the site at the end of the day. Our project officially ended in November ish of 2019 and there were a couple of minor issues which Micah was very responsive to. If you are looking for a company to do quality work and be responsive to your questions and concerns, I highly recommend Premier Backyard Living.”

Mark Wilkinson
2015

“Good work with minimal supervision needed. I have a fairly low-maintenance yard, but have used Premier Backyard Living for several years. They keep things looking great without my having to spend much time worrying about it or having to offer much specific direction or feedback. When I need additional things planted or new bark dust, they are easy to work with, and at reasonable prices. Definitely recommended.”

Rod Benbrook
2017

“We have been a client of Premier Backyard Living for nearly 10 years. They continue to surpass our expectations. We have many gardens, and it would be impossible for us to keep them if it weren’t for PBL. When we need additional help with our grounds, other than their regular duties, they are quick to respond to our needs, and have always done a fine job. We highly recommend Premier Backyard Living.”

Gail Coombs
2015

“We have had good service for our condo by Premier Backyard Living on several occasions. They have done cleanup and planting and the work has always been more than satisfactory. This last time we added some bamboo plants to the front parking strip–Premier Backyard Living had put in bamboo and river rock a year ago, and some plants had fallen victim to dogs and trampling. The new plants were strong and healthy and much bigger than I had expected. PBL not only put the plants in; they transplanted some other bamboo and fertilized everything. Their gardeners are highly competent and I love working with John, who is friendly and knowledgeable. I recommend them without hesitation.”

Jonathan Marshall
2016

“It was great working with these guys. We have a busy work schedule so we were never home when they came out to do the estimate or the work. Everything was fine with some photos and calls – maybe a slight inconvenience for them, but they made it very easy.Work was done promptly and everything was left nice and clean. We’re for sure going to be using them again.”

Nathan Whiteley
2020

“Our family loves being outside and taking advantage of our backyard. This summer Premier Backyard Living delivered more than we could have hoped for in an outdoor living space (gas bbq, gas fireplace, gazebo, bar…etc.). During the whole process they were accommodating, responsive, and available for our questions, changes, and additions. We felt well taken care of and are very happy with the results.”

DeQuahn Lee
2019

“Premier Backyard Living regularly produces creative, original ideas, plans, products or methods, well-attuned to the needs and capabilities of the organization, and producing clear benefits. Premier Backyard Living always completes any assignment on time and to a high standard. Even when working to a firm but realistic deadline.”

Mike Ruef
2015

“Great attention detail on our landscape maintenance. The Premier Backyard Living team takes great care of us. We receive a lot of compliments from our neighbors regarding how nice the yard looks — even during this time of year! Thanks PBL!”

LaVerne Heiman-Layton
2020

“The workers were a pleasure to be around. Always smiling and kind. The work was completed and looks great. We get lots of compliments on our new lawn free yard.”

Leilani Moran
2018

“I have to say I am happy with this company! The project manager Priscilla was very kind and professional. She showed up on time and gave very clear details in my estimate for work to be done and called upon a slight change in schedule. I have seen other bad reviews about this company but in my experience they were very honest, friendly and professional. I would recommend them to anyone looking for a great company.”

Isabella Gonzalez
2020

“This is a great company. They are very trustworthy and took the time to teach me about the backyard retreats we were talking about. All and all very satisfied.”

Patti Reynolds
2020

“They have been maintaining my yard for years. Great energy and if I need any other projects done I can get rapid estimates and good service.”

Margaret W.
2018

“I really enjoyed working with Premier Backyard Living. From the initial meeting down through completion of my project, everyone was very friendly, helpful and professional. I couldn’t be happier with the results. My family and I are anticipating the many fun filled nights we will have entertaining in our beautiful living space.”

David Clemens
2018

“I originally wrote to Micah asking questions about his Roth property project. I was searching photographs of outdoor projects similar to our design. Our project is about to get started and we are down to a few more details which we need to decide. What I saw on the photos of the Roth project appeared to be very close to our hopes. I took note that the location out west (Oregon) and we live on the east coast (Pennsylvania), so I wasn’t certain I would get a response, but decided to try anyway.

I first contacted him via Houzz and to my surprise he responded by calling me back and leaving a voicemail. I, in turn, called him back and we spoke on the phone. I explained our project to Micah and asked him about some of the dimensions of his Roth project. Micah eagerly responded and had no problem talking with me about the project and a few more questions I had.

Needless to say I was very impressed that he would take the time to respond to me and also discuss my project and his already completed project. He did this while knowing he would really not benefit from sharing his time and knowledge with someone he most likely will never do business with. I really appreciated him taking time to contact me and also talk to me about this. I wish Micah and his co-workers continued good luck with their business!”

Stacy Gruis
2018

“My husband and I hired Premier Backyard Living for a few smaller projects around our landscape. We mainly hired them to trim a large hedge, remove a lot of invasive Ivy and build a wood gate to our back yard. While having the initial visit with the estimator Nick, we asked if there was anything he would recommend for our property. Nick pointed out that he could see our garbage/recycling cans from the street and they were just sitting on the side of the house collecting mud. He recommended building a small paver landing for the garbage cans to sit on and a small cedar privacy screen to block seeing them from the street. We really liked the idea and after receiving the quote decided to move forward with all the work.

Even though they did a great job on everything, my neighbors always comment on the privacy screen! I have had 3 neighbors on my street ask who installed it because they would like the same thing done on their property! I wholly recommend Premier Backyard Living!”

Lele Higgins
2015

“We had a relatively small project compared to many of the residences Paradise Restored has worked with, but they were nonetheless completely professional, kind, and (most importantly) did an incredible job. They removed an overgrown garden taking up our entire front lawn & replaced it with sod. They also removed overgrown ivy & trimmed back our bamboo. I would 100% recommend their services to anyone looking for landscape professionals, no matter how large or small your project may be. We plan on using them again in the future.”

B L
2015

“I first used Premier Backyard Living back in 2011 when they installed a back patio area for me. They did an excellent job on that project. They were very quick in their work, and they were very clean with the cleanup. They were concerned about the surrounding yard. Because of that first experience, last summer when I wanted to install a fire pit in the backyard I thought of Micah and his company. He gave me a reasonable quite, and again they did excellent work. They completed the work within a couple of weeks. Micah’s crews are very professional. I met with them a couple times, and they always asked me questions and asked if I was pleased with the work done. The communication was really good, and I was very pleased with the process. Micah gave me great ideas in terms of design for the fireplace. He also installed three, wooden screens that I never envisioned. I really appreciated his design and advice! It’s been great working with him, and I’m already thinking about future projects that I might call them for!”

Greg Wright
2020

“We purchased a restored 1948 Bungalow in Portland which needed some outside improvement. Micah and Premier Backyard Living helped us clarify and improve our design ideas. The proposed work was then done at bid price, on time, and in a completely professional manner. We love our new patio and side yard to street access. Great job.”

Carl Aspin
2015

“To begin with, a very professional and well coordinated project. The design of the landscaping was excellent. The various work crews were experienced, proficient, and attentive to the requirements. In general, a good job all around to begin with.

Unhappily, their follow up with maintenance issues and questions is unacceptable. I asked three times, twice in writing, once verbally, for information regarding the maintenance of a water feature; there has been no response. Also, I requested their design team to stop by and compare the layout of the plants in the design to what has survived after the latest summer and winter. There has been no response. Further, the overall design has not done well with our landscape’s topography. The winter rains cause serious erosion and degrade the overall quality.

So, the design on paper looked great, the installation went well, but the results and follow up is fair to poor.”

Jon Lagardere
2019

“We are so happy with the work Premier Backyard Living has done on our landscaping project! Micah and his team jumped in last minute to start the job in a short time frame (and complete it). We look forward to phase 2 next year and having Premier Backyard Living work their magic again!! Thank you!!”

Devin Prentiss
2019

“Micah was very helpful with the design of our space. Highly recommend this company.”

Twila Abraham
2015

“I have used Premier Backyard Living twice. Both times I was so happy with the work done. The workers are so professional and fast. They do excellent work and clean up is is perfect. I think the work they do for their price is awesome. I also told my co workers about them and they are having work done as well.”

Dave Wray
2019

“These guys came back to do a repair 5 years after the work was done. I was really impressed that they even responded to my email and pictures. We had 2-3 rows of pavers that were sloping next to the stairs. They came in raised it back to level and relayed the pavers. Micah was great to work with and like I said, I’m surprised they even took my call let alone came out to do the repair. They could have easily blamed it on poor drainage or roots or other. I’d use them again for sure and would highly recommend them.”

Alex Knauss
2015

“My company ATEK INTERNATIONAL has applied sealer to several of the Premier Backyard Living hardscapes projects. From what I have seen, their work and craftsmanship has always been top notch. I have always been impressed with the design/layout of the projects. It is truly amazing at how Micah and his team can take an average yard and turn it into a real paradise. You can’t go wrong with Premier Backyard Living!”

Michaelle Blanchard
2018

“Matt Bowman and his crew did an Awesome job on a long driveway rock job for us! They are priced fair, work quick, show up on time, and are courteous. I will call them again!”

Jason M Starr
2019

“We had a big job and the estimate was high but we went with them any way because we wanted it done right. I would hire them again. No complaints.”

Jennifer Stout
2015

“Consistently good job. Friendly and reliable. Premier Backyard Living was servicing our neighbor’s yard so we had them start doing ours. They are great. We had never had a landscape service before and now I’ll never be without one. I decided it was more important that house cleaning and stopped that to afford the yard care. Worth EVERY penny.”

Sherry Rosario
2015

“Really have enjoyed being a customer. Everyone is so friendly, especially John who has come out and talked to me about my concerns and needs. He is very caring about the customer.Girls that answer the phone are always very friendly. Luis and the crews are very friendly and will do extra things if you ask. I am very happy with all work I have done.”

Max Faylor
2020

“Premier Backyard Living helped us to create an amazing outdoor space. We would highly recommend them.”

Dana Doak
2017

“My wife and I recently posted several photos of our restored backyard on social media and received glowing comments from our friends. I want to thank the entire team at Premier Backyard Living including owner Micah Dennis, designer Elizabeth Hodgson and in particular construction coordinator Richard Hadeed, who had to leap a number of unexpected hurdles in order to implement what we have today, and did so with much patience and grace. Now… time to relax and enjoy the splendid fruits of their labors!”

Brandon Burroughs
2016

“My wife and I recently posted several photos of our restored backyard on social media and received glowing comments from our friends. I want to thank the entire team at Premier Backyard Living including owner Micah Dennis, designer Elizabeth Hodgson and in particular construction coordinator Richard Hadeed, who had to leap a number of unexpected hurdles in order to implement what we have today, and did so with much patience and grace. Now… time to relax and enjoy the splendid fruits of their labors!”

John
2015

“One of Premier Backyard Living’s projects was the inspiration for a project that we are undertaking in Texas. I called and left a message not expecting much but I was pleasantly surprised when I received a call back from the owner, Micah Dennis. He was very helpful and informative about the project design including its gazebo and custom breezeway. He even offered assistance down to the type of fireplace and the vendor to source it from. Their work, as everyone can see in their photo gallery, is impeccable but even more impressive is the type of character and integrity the business demonstrates through its owner. It’s easy to find a landscaping contractor to do quality work but those with the combination of talent, skill and integrity are much harder to find. If I lived in the Pacific Northwest I know exactly who I would call to design and build my outdoor living area and kitchen, Premier Backyard Living. Provided great consultative services. A true class act.”

Kimber Lee
2015

“Our first interaction with Premier Backyard Living was with Micah Dennis, the owner, who left a positive, confident impression. After viewing the website portfolio we were particularly interested in a few of the landscape concepts we saw from this company. Within a few short minutes of looking over our property Micah came up with some unique ideas and are design vision was born! We were thrilled. Once the project got underway each step of the process such as the crew’s ethics, the overseers’ TLC, and the extra attention to detail was met and delivered. We were a captive audience to the operation and enjoyed watching things take shape. We can’t say enough about the friendly, efficient crew members who worked tirelessly and kept the site clean and tidy. And Gustavo, the project manager was exceptional in troubleshooting and tying up all loose ends. Our new outdoor living space is above and beyond our expectations. We thank Micah and his qualified team of professionals for a job well done.”

Scott Hollinger
2021

“I can’t say enough good things about our recent experience with Premier Backyard Living. We undertook a very challenging complete pool renovation along with replacement of all the hardscaping and planting beds surrounding the pool. The project was a logistical nightmare considering we had to get all the materials in and out of the pool area which sits behind the house and 40 steps up from the street.

We first met with the owner who was very attentive to our ideas for renovating the entire area. We next met with the company’s designer who came up with the drawing for the renovation, multiple pictures of what the finished project would look like, and suggestions for materials and amenities. This was a smooth back and forth process. You pay up front for the design, drawings, and graphics but get rebated 50% if you decide to follow through with the project. It is well worth it.

The next step was to meet with the project manager and talk about the sequencing of the project and come up with a schedule. The company uses a builder app which allows you to see an updated schedule every week along with pictures of the site’s progress. There is also an email function. The back and forth communication between us and the project manager was excellent throughout the entire project. We also ran into several unknowns such as a rusted out gas line and two 25 foot deep dry wells under the existing concrete that no one knew existed. These situations required some quick problem solving which this company proved very good at. Also the transportation of materials in and out of the job site required some creative solutions which the company proved very adept at.

The work crew were hardworking, concise, and very congenial. This project posed some real challenges for them which they handled with no complaints. The finished project exceeded our expectations. Friends and neighbors who saw the old pool area can hardly believe the transformation. This company truly lives up to their name: Premier Backyard Living!”

Kari Nelsestuen
2015

“Professional, personable company with great results! Premier Backyard Living completely transformed our small urban backyard. From the first consultation with the owner through the last project walk through with the crew lead, we had a great experience with this company. They designed a great, usable space within the constraints of a small backyard.”

Dannette Schumann
2015

“Premier Backyard Living, and John Burngart knocked it out of the park! I would not recommend anyone else. Everyone from the office staff to the guys sweating in my yard were all very polite and kind. John, my project manager, was always available, and always returned my calls the same day. Any concerns or questions were always verified and clearly answered. One of the most important things to me was to find a landscaper that would work with me in my cost saving solutions. John was very patient and easy going as I would change the plan and have him price out multiple options for me to choose from. Our landscaping experience was a pleasant one. Our yard is better than I originally envisioned.”

Scott Eiler
2015

“Micah has always had a keen eye for detail on the best-looking landscapes, and I’ve been a big fan of his company and their design projects for years. If you’ve been imagining what it would be like to have your lovely home framed by a gorgeous landscape with beautiful trees and greenery, a dazzling water feature, or that custom gazebo / fire pit built to sit around and entertain friends, enjoy time with family, or impress your guests, then you should DEFINITELY let Premier Backyard Living bring those dreams to life! I had asked Micah for a quote on some RTF grass to replace my current, blotchy patchwork of a backyard, and I thought that his time-frame for completion and pricing were on par with what you would expect for such a project. I would gladly recommend Premier Backyard Living for ANY job where you want 100% satisfaction and professionalism!”

Brad Crandall
2017

“I hired Premier Backyard Living to improve the look of my backyard and they delivered! They installed a patio with a beautiful fire pit made of pillars of Columbia River basalt as well as a gravel path and a new gate. The workmanship was excellent as was the collaboration on the design and implementation. It all comes down to implementation, and I would especially like to call out Isidro for his vision, insight and workmanship. He was continually making adjustments and ensuring quality. The entire project team did an incredible job! Thanks!”

Sung Lee
2018

“We recently had the pleasure of working with Premier Backyard Living and could not be happier. They came and gave us a free estimate. We gave them a general idea of what we wanted. After that, we got out of the way and let them work their magic. Our backyard was terribly bumpy and the lawn was dying from big old dead trees. We now have beautiful grass growing on a level yard, a new path along the side of our house and river rock creating a nice border between the lawn and the fence. A row of arborvitae is now replacing the old trees so the yard feels twice as big as before. We will definitely be calling them again for another project next Spring.”

Catherine Gurski
2016

“Premier Backyard Living is very prompt and professional. When we have had any landscaping changes or if anything wasn’t getting trimmed, it was easily fixed with a phone call. They are very helpful.”

Desiree Dennis
2015

“Premier Backyard Living designed and installed an amazing outdoor living experience for our family, which included a pool, gazebo, fireplace, pizza oven, outdoor kitchen, and complete landscaping on our half acre lot. I was very impressed with the whole process. From the initial conceptual design all the way through the installation process this company went above and beyond to bring us the landscape of our dreams.”

Dan Diessner
2015

“This fall had Premier Backyard Living replace a wooden retaining wall with stone wall. Very well done. Workers did a great job and then cleaned up after themselves, even moving some rocks and piling them for me.”

Peter Bradbury
2014

“Removed old concrete slab and previous neglected landscaping and installed new pavers, pathway, rocks and stepping stones. Perhaps not the cheapest, but they do quality work with good communication. Nice people, easy to work with and cleaned up after themselves.”

Jonah Gonzalez
2020

“Very impressive. Great outdoor living spaces and basketball courts that are a lot of fun spending time outside. Overall nice people and incredibly professional.”

Tawnya T.
2018

“Wow. This company is so nice and helpful. Went above and beyond what I asked. Micah even showed up to check on the crew often. Their work is great and I’m so happy with what they did. Thank you Micah.

I have to say, 3 months later and I’m still happy with my results. Thank you Premier Backyard Living! I’m looking forward to summer and having you work on our new yard come September.”

Susan Schmidt
2016

“Full service landscape design and construction (hardscape and softscape both) These guys know what they are doing and have a great process from beginning to end. Great designer with thoughtful idea’s put a beautiful plan together and the skilled crew made it come to life. Got a bit off schedule because of some delays in sourcing some products but overall very clean and friendly crew.”

Natacia Louvier
2014

“I was looking into some prices for helping my grandmother design her yard and this company has some of the nicest people around. They were super helpful and quick to answer questions, or find the answer if they didn’t have it right away. Soon as I got the money saved up I will be hiring them to help us out!”

Margo Franklin
2014

“I NEED YOU TO KNOW HOW HAPPY WE ARE! Thank you Premier Backyard Living! From beginning to end the process has been wonderful, you took the picture I had in my head and made it better! I want to thank your staff, and the workers were amazing. I will recommend you to everyone.”

Steve W.
2018

“John and his crew are the most professional and timely contractor I’ve every worked with. Everyone was very friendly and did whatever needed to be done to make the project successful.”

J&D Reid
2020

“Lux design and great ideas. You’ll love your new space after they’ve transformed your yard.”

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Montre Property

“Thank you Premier Backyard Living for our new backyard (and a little bit of the front yard too). We bought our home for the backyard and pool but we could not have imagined just how incredible the space could have turned out. Thank you for the design and the personal attention in bringing the space into the reality that it is today!”

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Edwards Property

“We had several bids for our large landscape project. Our slope made the project complicated and expensive. Micah was the only one to give us options and suggestions for various pricing levels. As a consumer, I rely on the expertise of the professional in the field and appreciated Micah’s suggestions and the pros and cons for each material. He was knowledgeable and took the time to explain the process to us – and this is not an easy accomplishment with an engineer husband who does his own research and has many questions. Micah’s method of communication was great. We were reassured that no shortcuts were taken. In addition, the billing and communication of weekly work completed was detailed and understandable. The project did take longer than estimated but in my opinion, a small price to pay for quality craftsmanship. We have done enough remodels to know that there are always surprises and quick communication and collaboration are the key to success. The staff were friendly, reliable, and wizards with heavy machinery. I was impressed with how tidy they left the site at the end of the day. If you are looking for a company to do quality work and be responsive to your questions and concerns, I highly recommend Premier Backyard Living.”

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Noonberg Property

“We worked with Micah and Premier Backyard Living on the design and execution of a full-scale transformation of our large sloped backyard in Multnomah Village in SW Portland. They did an amazing job! We’ve worked with several landscapers and contractors over the years and Premier Backyard Living definitely rose to the top. Every member of the team was top-notch. The designer, project manager, and crew were all awesome to work with and we felt like they took our project’s success very personally and did everything they could to help our project succeed. We have already recommended Premier Backyard Living to several people.”

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One Company. Infinite Possibilities.

We design and build. We do it all, and therefore oversee your project from consultation through installation and final walk through. We’ll help you navigate through all the decisions to find the solutions that fit your wishes and your budget, whether you are planning to install all the work at once or over time with a phased approach.

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Meet the Team

Micah Dennis

Founder, CEO

Outdoor Living Design

John Brungardt

Construction Manager

Outdoor Living Design

Caitlin Severino

Office Manager

Priscilla Marquez

Procurement Manager

Kim Thibodeau

Exterior Design Services/Stylist

Imara Thomas

Social Media Management

Outdoor Living

Jasmine Rowan

Administrative Assistant

Jorge Garcia

Fleet Manager

About the company

Premier Backyard Living has earned the prestigious recognition of being one of the leading Landscaping & Exterior Design Companies in Portland.

We began earning our place in 1995, and today, thirty years and countless satisfied customers later, Premier Backyard Living Landscaping is recognized as one of the best-known landscape designers and builders of total outdoor environments – water features, outdoor kitchens, fireplaces, courtyards, and custom wood structures–throughout the City.

We have earned the confidence and respect of homeowners on landscaping projects of every scale.

The core strength of Premier Backyard Living lies within its team – landscape professionals whose combined decades of experience in landscape design and horticulture knowledge give Premier Backyard Living an edge. By effectively aligning Micah’s vision with the motivation of his team members, Premier Backyard Living has established the ability to determine what the client wants, then transform it beyond expectations.

We’re Here to Stay.

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