We love decorating for Christmas, and this year we’ve gone bigger than ever with 277 light-up decorations! Our display includes everything from light-up dogs to Disney characters and even Santa in a hot air balloon. Our lights are on nightly from 4:30-11:30 pm and for special needs children every morning. Located at 42580 Blue Copper Way, Brambleton, VA. While visiting, consider donating to Evan’s Golden Heart Foundation, supporting children affected by brain cancer. We hope to see you and spread holiday cheer!

Here at Core, we value a good conversation as much as value a high-quality build! The construction process can be hectic and fraught with unknowns. Our goal is to help smooth out the churn and create channels of clear and open communication. I hope this has been helpful! Click here to get in touch today: […]

Hi there! We are Core Outdoor Living, a custom build outdoor living company that specializes in Porches, Decks, & Patios. We are trying to demystify the construction process. Take a look:     In this series we are going to answer all your questions about the construction process and working with Core. Hope this information […]

Core Outdoor is committed to giving back to the communities we serve.     We believe everyone is strengthened when we all pull together. For every new deck, porch, or patio project, we donate $100 to Food for Others.  https://foodforothers.org/ Each $100 donation funds 25 power packs that feed children over the weekend. Every year […]

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