Meet the Team
Mortar and Petal is a Portland-based landscaping and masonry contractor founded by Brian, an experienced and artistic professional with a deep passion for installation and stonework. He specializes in exterior home remodeling, blending functional construction with creative design to transform backyards into personalized retreats. His expertise spans from foundational hardscaping—like durable driveways, patios, retaining walls, and walkways—to comprehensive landscape design and installation. Brian approaches each project with a focus on craftsmanship and problem-solving, particularly for common local issues such as drainage and weed management. Whether you're looking to build a new fence, deck, or a custom stone feature, Mortar and Petal combines technical skill with an artistic eye to create outdoor spaces that are both beautiful and built to last in the Pacific Northwest climate.
What the Company Handles
- Walkway construction or installation
- Driveway construction or installation
- Interior wall construction
- Patio, porch, or terrace construction or installation
- Construction or installation
Questions and Answers
Can you help with a soggy yard or poor drainage in my Portland home?
Absolutely. Many Portland homes deal with standing water due to our rainy climate and clay-heavy soil. We address this by designing and installing functional solutions like graded patios, permeable walkways, and retaining walls that incorporate proper drainage. For landscape areas, we use strategic grading and select plants that help absorb excess moisture, turning a problem area into a stable, usable part of your yard.
What does your landscape design process involve?
Our process starts with understanding your vision and the specific conditions of your property. For Portland homes, we consider sun exposure, soil type, and drainage. We then create a cohesive design plan that integrates both hardscape elements, like stone patios or walkways, and softscape planting. As an artistic contractor, Brian focuses on creating a balanced, low-maintenance retreat that reflects your style and functions well year-round.
Do you handle both interior and exterior masonry work?
Yes, our masonry expertise covers both interior and exterior applications. While we specialize in exterior features like stone patios, retaining walls, and exterior veneers, we also construct interior elements such as accent walls or hearths. This allows for a consistent material and design aesthetic that can flow from your backyard retreat into your home's interior spaces.







