Outdoor Living

Backyard Remodeling in Tarzana

Outdoor kitchens, pavers, pools and full backyard transformations across the Los Angeles area.

Backyard remodeling in Tarzana and the LA area. Outdoor kitchens, pavers and driveways, artificial turf, cement work, pool remodels, drought-tolerant landscaping — built to extend the usable square footage of your home outdoors

Your backyard should be one of the most-used rooms of the home. We design and build outdoor kitchens with built-in BBQs and refrigeration, paver patios and driveways in modern and classic patterns, full pool remodels, decomposed-granite paths and complete drought-tolerant planting plans across Tarzana, Encino, Woodland Hills, Calabasas and Hidden Hills.

Outdoor Kitchens

Built-in BBQs, prep counters, refrigeration and shade structures.

Pavers & Driveways

Concrete and natural stone pavers in modern and classic patterns.

Artificial Turf

Premium turf that looks and plays like real grass year-round.

Cement & Concrete

Stamped concrete patios, walkways and retaining walls.

Pools & Spas

New pools, replasters and equipment upgrades.

Drought-Tolerant Landscaping

Native planting, drip irrigation and DG paths that cut water use.

What we build

Outdoor living rooms

Patios, decks, pergolas, outdoor kitchens and pools designed as extensions of the home — full landscape and hardscape work coordinated with any indoor remodel happening at the same time.

Concrete and travertine patios with integrated drainage
Pergolas, ramadas and covered outdoor kitchens
Pools, spas and water features with adjacent decking
Fire pits, built-in seating and outdoor fireplaces

What we build

Landscape & hardscape

Drought-tolerant planting plans, retaining walls, drainage and irrigation — designed to perform in LA’s climate while staying low-maintenance year-round.

Drought-tolerant and native-plant landscape design
Retaining walls, terracing and slope drainage
Smart-controller irrigation with leak detection
Outdoor lighting paths and accent landscape lighting

Our process

Backyard work coordinates with permits for any structural elements (pools, pergolas over 120 sq ft, retaining walls over 4 ft). Typical timeline: 3–6 weeks for hardscape and landscape, 10–16 weeks for projects that include a pool or substantial pergola/outdoor-kitchen build.

Backyard Remodeling FAQs

What our Tarzana clients ask about outdoor projects.

Do you handle pool installation or pool remodel work?

Yes — new pools, replasters, equipment upgrades, decking and coping are all in scope. We coordinate the pool sub-trade, gas, electrical and decking work so the finished yard ties together.

What does a full backyard transformation cost?

Outdoor projects typically range $20,000–$200,000+ depending on hardscape area, pool work, outdoor kitchen scope and planting. We line-item every piece so you can choose where to invest.

Can you do drought-tolerant landscaping?

Yes. Drought-tolerant planting, drip irrigation, decomposed-granite paths and artificial turf are the most common ways our LA-area clients reduce water use without losing the lived-in look.

How long does a backyard project take?

Hardscape-only projects (pavers, decks, outdoor kitchens) typically run 4–10 weeks. Adding a pool or major grading extends that to 3–6 months. We confirm timing once the design and permits are locked.

Do you pull permits for outdoor work?

Yes when required — pools, electrical, gas lines, retaining walls over 4 feet and structures with footings all need permits. We handle the submittals and inspections.

Recent Work

Built. Finished. Loved.

A look at recent kitchen, bathroom, room-addition and whole-home transformations from our Tarzana design-build team.

Open-plan whole-home remodel in modern California style — Master in Design, Tarzana CA

Designer Visualizations

Ready to start your project?

Tell us about it — no obligation, no pressure. We respond within one business day.

Outdoor scopes in Tarzana cover pavers, artificial turf, outdoor kitchens, retaining walls, fire features and pool decks. Permits, drainage, gas lines and 240V electrical are all coordinated alongside the build.

Southern California's climate — mild winters, low humidity, and 284 sunny days per year — makes outdoor living space genuinely useful year-round. A well-designed backyard remodel extends your home's functional square footage without the cost of a structural addition, and it typically delivers a 50–80% return on investment at resale according to the National Association of Realtors' outdoor remodeling impact data.

What We Build

Hardscape. The foundation of any outdoor space. We install concrete pavers (Belgard, Calstone, Basalite), poured concrete, decomposed granite pathways, and natural stone flagstone. Every installation includes proper base compaction, edge restraint, and drainage grading so water moves away from the foundation.

Outdoor kitchens. Built-in grill islands with dedicated gas lines, weatherproof GFCI outlets, bar sinks, and island structures from steel studs and cement board — not wood framing that rots.

Pergolas and patio covers. Cedar, redwood, pressure-treated lumber, or prefabricated aluminum. Every structure anchored to concrete footings with Simpson Strong-Tie connectors.

Retaining walls. Segmental blocks, poured concrete, and natural boulder walls. Every wall over 3 feet gets engineered and permitted. Drainage behind every wall prevents failure.

Decks. Cedar, redwood, composite, and Ipe. Hidden-fastener systems and joist tape on every framing member.

Fire features. Gas and wood-burning fire pits and outdoor fireplaces. Permitted gas lines, setback-compliant placement.

Landscape lighting. Low-voltage LED systems with solid-brass or copper fixtures and direct-burial-rated wire.

Permitting

Most hardscape under 200 sq ft, low-voltage lighting, and freestanding pergolas under 120 sq ft do not require a building permit in Los Angeles. Outdoor kitchens with gas, structures attached to the house, retaining walls over 3 ft, and decks over 30 inches above grade all do. We pull the correct permits and schedule inspections — unpermitted outdoor structures are a common deal-killer at escrow.