Mystery Tower in Oregon Turns Out to Be a Genius DIY Invention

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Along a quiet rural road north of Gresham, Oregon, a curious structure has caught the attention of passing drivers. Standing about fifteen feet tall with beige siding, a small roof, and a glass panel facing the street, it looks at first like a treehouse or birdhouse. In reality, it serves a much more practical purpose—locals refer to it as a “driveway periscope.”

Many homes in rural Oregon sit along narrow, wooded roads where trees or uneven terrain make it hard to