California living, built for outside.
Outdoor living in Pacific Palisades — outdoor kitchens, custom decks, pergolas, fire features, and complete backyard transformations. 18 years in the Palisades. CSLB #982386. Design, permits, and construction handled as one project.
Every outdoor living project in Pacific Palisades
Pacific Palisades outdoor living is defined by the California indoor-outdoor lifestyle — the goal is always to blur the boundary between inside and outside, extend usable living space, and make the most of the climate and views every lot offers.
The most impactful outdoor living upgrade in any Palisades home. A purpose-built outdoor kitchen — grill, counter space, refrigeration, sink, and bar seating — transforms a backyard into a genuine entertainment space. We design and build every system to outdoor specifications, fully permitted, with electrical, gas, and plumbing run properly to code.
- Professional built-in grills — Wolf, DCS, Lynx, or Napoleon
- Stone or concrete counters — rated for exterior exposure
- Refrigeration, sink & ice — plumbed and wired properly
- Pizza ovens & smokers — built-in or freestanding integrated
- Gas, electrical & plumbing — all permitted to LADBS code
Custom Decks
Attached and freestanding decks on hillside and flat Palisades lots. Ipe, teak, composite, or concrete — fire-resistant materials standard in our WUI zone. We engineer hillside decks with proper post footings, manage LADBS permits, and build to the higher fire-safety standard required in Pacific Palisades.
Pergolas & Shade Structures
Timber-frame, aluminum louvered, or solid-roof pergolas — designed for the Palisades climate. Motorized louvered pergolas adjust to California sun and coastal wind with a button press. Attached or freestanding, all permitted and engineered for hillside sites where required. Integrated lighting, misters, and heaters available.
Fire Pits & Outdoor Fireplaces
Outdoor fire features in Pacific Palisades require careful design — we are in a Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone. Gas-fueled fire pits and fireplaces with proper clearances, ember-control design, and permitted gas line connections. No wood-burning fire features are permitted in VHFHSZ. We build every fire feature to code and to last.
Hardscaping & Patios
Natural stone pavers, bluestone, concrete, travertine, or porcelain — patio design and installation that sets the foundation for every other outdoor feature. We design the drainage into the patio from day one — critical on Palisades hillside lots where improper drainage causes ongoing problems.
Landscaping & Planting
California native and drought-tolerant planting plans that look beautiful year-round with minimal water. Palisades properties benefit from plants adapted to the coastal climate — native grasses, succulents, Mediterranean herbs, and specimen trees. Drip irrigation systems designed for low water use and integrated with outdoor living zones.
Why Pacific Palisades outdoor living is different from the rest of LA
With 280+ days of sunshine, consistent canyon breezes, and some of the most valuable real estate in Los Angeles, outdoor living in Pacific Palisades is not an amenity — it is an extension of the home. Done right, it adds livable square footage, daily quality of life, and real resale value.
Pacific Palisades averages 280+ days of sunshine annually with mild temperatures year-round. An outdoor kitchen and covered deck in this neighborhood is not seasonal — it is a daily living space. The coastal breeze keeps summer evenings comfortable and the mild winters mean fire features extend the season through February.
In 2026, outdoor kitchens and high-end stone patios help Palisades homes sell for up to 3.1% more than comparable listings without those features. On a $3M home that is $93,000 in additional resale value. Buyers in this market actively prioritize outdoor features in their purchase decisions.
Canyon views, hillside panoramas, and ocean glimpses are what Palisades homeowners pay for. An outdoor living space oriented to those views makes them usable every day — not just something you see through a window. We design every outdoor project around maximizing the specific view your lot offers.
Palisades buyers expect a seamless connection between inside and outside. Sliding glass walls, La Cantina doors, and level transitions between indoor and outdoor floors are no longer luxury features — they are baseline expectations in this market. We coordinate outdoor construction with the interior so every connection point is designed, not improvised.
Pacific Palisades is in a Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone. Decking, pergola framing, and landscaping all have fire-safety implications. We use ignition-resistant decking materials (Ipe, composite, or concrete), non-combustible pergola systems where required, and gas-only fire features. No wood-burning fire pits. Every project is built to WUI code — not just to pass inspection, but to actually reduce risk.
From concept to first backyard dinner
Most outdoor living projects in Pacific Palisades require at least one permit — sometimes three. Gas lines, electrical, deck structure, and retaining walls on hillside lots all need LADBS permits. We manage every permit, every trade, and every inspection. You plan the guest list — we handle everything else.
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Every outdoor living project starts with a free site visit. We walk your space, understand how you want to use it, and give you an honest budget and timeline. No pressure. No obligation. Just a clear picture of what your backyard can become.
"We spent all of last summer inside because our backyard was unusable. Now we eat outside four nights a week. The outdoor kitchen and pergola completely changed how we live in this house. Best project we have ever done."
"Our deck faces the canyon and we had been wanting to actually use that view for years. They designed the whole thing around the sightline — the outdoor kitchen is angled so you cook facing the view, not the wall. The details were perfect."