Along a rural road near Gresham, Oregon, drivers often notice a tall, narrow wooden tower at the end of a driveway. About fifteen feet high with beige siding, a small roof, and a glass panel, it isn’t a birdhouse or mailbox—it’s a homemade driveway periscope.

Because trees and hills block the view of oncoming traffic, the homeowner built a simple mirror system inside the tower. The top mirror reflects the road, and a second mirror sends the image down to eye level, letting drivers safely check for cars before pulling out. No electricity, no tech—just smart design.

The structure recently went viral online, admired as a clever, low-cost solution that proves ingenuity doesn’t always require gadgets.