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About Beanstalk Bridges

At Beanstalk Bridges, we believe in creating structures that seamlessly blend with nature, using sustainable and natural materials to craft functional yet beautiful designs. Founded in 2021 and based in Morganton, North Carolina, we are a small, local company that specializes in building playgrounds, ropes courses, catenary bridges, treehouses, and much more. Our passion is to create outdoor spaces that inspire and delight, all while maintaining a deep respect for the environment.

Our Mission

Our mission is simple: to build structures that foster a deeper connection with the natural world. We focus on creating designs that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also environmentally responsible. By using materials like black locust, poplar bark, and mountain laurel, we create lasting and sustainable solutions that enhance outdoor experiences for individuals and communities alike.

Our Specialties

Beanstalk Bridges specializes in:

Playgrounds: Custom-designed playgrounds that inspire play, exploration, and creativity.
Ropes Courses: Engaging and adventurous ropes courses that challenge both mind and body.
Treehouses: One-of-a-kind treehouses that provide a magical retreat in the heart of nature.
Catenary Bridges: Elegant and functional bridges that blend beautifully into natural landscapes.

These are the core services we focus on, and we take great pride in delivering top-quality and long lasting sustainable designs in each of these areas.

Additional Services

In addition to our specialties, we also offer:

Arbor & Tree Work: Expert tree care services -- tree and stump removal, limbing, and maintenance to keep your landscape healthy and safe.
Excavation, Drainage, & Grading: Professional site preparation and land management services to ensure your property is properly graded and well-drained.

While these services are an important part of what we do, they are secondary to our primary focus on creating unique, nature-inspired structures.

Our Values

Sustainability: We are committed to using eco-friendly materials and practices that have a minimal environmental impact.
Natural Aesthetics: We believe in working with nature, not against it. Our designs highlight the natural beauty of wood and other organic materials.
Community: As a small, local company, we cherish our connection to Morganton and are proud to serve our community by creating spaces that everyone can enjoy.
Quality: From design to construction, we focus on precision and craftsmanship to ensure long-lasting, safe, and beautiful structures.

Why Choose Us?

At Beanstalk Bridges, we are more than just builders — we are creators of outdoor experiences. Our approach to each project is deeply personal and hands-on, ensuring that every detail meets our high standards of quality and sustainability. We’re dedicated to providing exceptional service, and our passion for natural, eco-conscious design sets us apart from others in the industry.

Service Area

While we are based in Morganton, NC, we proudly serve the southeastern United States — anywhere within a day's drive of our location. Whether you're in North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Tennessee, or beyond, we’re ready to bring your outdoor project to life with the same level of care and craftsmanship we provide to our local community.

Our Team

OWNER & CEO

Jacob Cioffoletti

Since the company's founding in 2020, Jake has dedicated himself to bringing clients' design visions to life. He grew up on the job site with his father, learning the ways of residential building. That, and an affection for wilderness activities, led him to pursue both Recreation Management and Construction Management at Appalachian State in Boone, North Carolina. He multitasked during this time, both studying and developing professional experience in guiding and instructing which proved invaluable in the years following. He and Whisper put these skills to work in Alaska and Colorado before returning in 2020 to their hometown. In Morganton, NC they worked to build both Beanstalk Bridges and CORE as well as spend a whole lot of time playing in the mountains of WNC. When he's not onsite, you might find Jake climbing big icy mountains or on rapids with a paddle in his hands.

CFO

Whisper Smith

Continually inspired to expand the company's mission to promote play and exploration, Whisper is dedicated to strategizing making it happen. She is a founding member of Bridges, holds a degree in Ecology & Field Biology, and has decorated professional experience in outdoor education - with particular focus on early childhood age groups - and guiding. In addition to partaking in a wide range of wilderness activities, Whisper might also be found at home nurturing sustainable systems through beekeeping, gardening, and ongoing study of native flora & fauna.

BUILDER & FACILITIES MANAGER

Zack Greer

Zack's interest in skilled trade began at a young age while helping in his grandfather's cabinet shop. After a stint in healthcare following his time at Appalachian State, Zack supported the founding of Bridges thereby rekindling his deep relationship with wood craft and skilled work. Ask him about his favorite material to work with onsite and he'll say black locust - for its definition and character. In his spare time, Zack enjoys whitewater kayaking on Wilson Creek, camping, and spending quality time with his daughter.

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(828) 443-8908

Morganton, NC 28655