Luxury Design & Construction · Los Angeles
Outdoor Living & Patio Remodeling in Los Angeles
Patios, pergolas, and outdoor kitchens designed and built for the way Los Angeles actually lives: outside, all year long.
Outdoor Living
The Best Room in Your House Might Be Behind It
Los Angeles gives you more outdoor days than almost any city in the country. Most backyards waste nearly all of them. Yours doesn’t have to. As a design-build outdoor living contractor in Los Angeles, Athenian Builders Group builds the whole yard as one project: the patio, the shade above it, the kitchen you cook in, the lighting that keeps the table going past dark. Dinner moves outside. In this city, so does most of the year.
We build these spaces the way they should be built: grading and drainage sorted before anything goes down, proper footings under every pergola and deck, outdoor-rated materials that hold up to LA sun, and permits pulled through LADBS or your city’s building department when the work requires them. Athenian Builders Group is a licensed and insured California general contractor, CSLB License #1045030, and every project starts with a free on-site estimate and transparent itemized pricing.
What We Do
Outdoor Living Services in Los Angeles
01
Patio Construction
Poured concrete, pavers, or natural stone patios built over a properly compacted base with the slope and drainage to keep water moving away from your home. The foundation of most outdoor living projects in Los Angeles.
02
Pergolas and Shade Structures
Custom pergolas, cabanas, and shade structures set on engineered footings and built from outdoor-rated lumber or aluminum. Shade is what makes an LA backyard usable at two in the afternoon.
03
Outdoor Kitchens
Full outdoor kitchens with gas, electrical, and plumbing rough-ins, weatherproof cabinetry, and durable countertops. Built to cook on year round, not just to look good in photos.
04
Decks and Platforms
Composite and wood decks framed on solid footings, including raised platforms that turn sloped or uneven yards into level, usable space.
05
Hardscaping and Walkways
Paver paths, stone walkways, steps, and borders that connect the yard into one coherent space and stay put through wet winters and hot summers.
06
Retaining Walls
Structural retaining walls built to hold LA hillside soil, with drainage behind the wall so pressure never becomes a problem. Function first, then finish.
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Outdoor Lighting
Low-voltage landscape and architectural lighting for paths, dining areas, and trees. The difference between a yard you use until sunset and one you use until midnight.
08
Fire Pits and Features
Gas and wood-burning fire pits, seat walls, and fireplace features with proper gas lines and clearances. The spot every guest drifts toward once the sun goes down.
09
Drainage and Grading
Site grading, French drains, swales, and catch basins that protect your foundation and hardscape. We treat drainage as step one on every project, not an afterthought.
10
Fencing and Privacy
Privacy fences, gates, and screening walls in wood, metal, and masonry that define the space and keep your backyard feeling like yours.
11
Backyard Makeovers
Complete backyard remodels that combine patio, shade, lighting, and planting areas under one plan and one crew, so everything works together instead of being pieced together.
12
Front Yard and Curb Appeal
Entry walkways, low walls, lighting, and front hardscape that make the approach to your home match what is inside it.
Beyond the Deck
Patios, Hardscape & Covered Outdoor Living
The pieces that turn a yard into a place you actually live in, built to the same standard as the house.
Paver and concrete patios, walkways, steps, and retaining walls, graded and drained properly so they stay flat and dry for decades.
Solid covers, pergolas, and shade structures that extend the season, engineered and permitted where the city requires it.
Built-in grill islands, counters, and fire pits with proper gas and electrical runs, inspected and safe.
Client Reviews
What Homeowners Say
Athenian Builders Group did an amazing job remodeling our bathroom in North Hollywood. The quality of the work is outstanding, from the beautiful tile installation to the custom vanity and freestanding tub. The team was professional, communicative, and completed the project on time.
From the first consultation to the final walkthrough, Athenian Builders Group was fantastic. They remodeled our kitchen with custom cabinets, new countertops, and lighting, and it completely changed the space. Their professionalism and craftsmanship were impressive throughout the project.
Athenian Builders did an amazing job remodeling our bathroom. The entire process was smooth, the crew was professional, and the quality of work exceeded our expectations. We love the final result and would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for a bathroom remodel!
Is It Time?
Why Homeowners Upgrade Their Outdoor Spaces
The Backyard Sits Unused
You paid for every square foot of that lot. A bare or dated yard is the part of your property your family never actually uses.
You Love to Entertain
A real patio, fire feature, and lighting turn hosting from a folding-chair situation into the reason people want to come over.
You Need Shade and Comfort
A pergola or shade structure makes the difference between a yard you glance at and one you actually sit in through an LA summer.
Dinner Belongs Outside
With an outdoor kitchen and a real dining area, dinner happens outside most nights of the year in LA.
Kids and Pets Need Room
Kids and dogs are hard on a yard. Durable surfaces, safe steps, and defined play areas stand up to daily use, not just photos.
Curb Appeal Matters
A clean walkway, fresh hardscape, and good lighting change how your home reads from the street the moment you pull up.
You Want More Living Space
A finished outdoor room extends your usable square footage without the cost of an addition.
It Adds Real Value
When you sell, a finished patio and outdoor kitchen are the features Los Angeles buyers walk straight toward at the open house.
How It Works
Our Outdoor Construction Process
01
Consultation
We walk your property together, look at sun, slope, and drainage, listen to how you want to use the space, and give you a free on-site estimate with honest input on what your yard can support.
02
Planning and Design Direction
We map out the layout, structures, and site work, including grading, drainage, and any footings, and confirm scope and itemized pricing before anything is scheduled.
03
Material Selection
We help you choose pavers, stone, decking, finishes, and fixtures that are rated for outdoor use and proven to hold up in Los Angeles sun and rain.
04
Construction and Installation
Site prep comes first: demolition, grading, and drainage, then footings, structures, surfaces, utilities, and lighting in a clear sequence, with permits handled when required.
05
Final Walkthrough
We walk the finished space with you. Lights on, gas lit, water running. The project is not complete until every detail checks out in front of you.
Investment
What an Outdoor Living Project Costs in Los Angeles
Focused outdoor projects in Los Angeles, like a new patio or pergola, often run $15,000 to $60,000. Full backyard transformations that combine hardscape, structures, and planting commonly run $75,000 to $200,000 or more. These are typical ranges, not quotes; slope, access, and material choices all play into the final figure.
Every project starts with a free on-site walkthrough. We put together an itemized, line-item estimate and fix both the price and the timeline before breaking ground.
Financing is available for qualified homeowners. See remodel financing options in Los Angeles.
Why Us
Why Choose Athenian Builders Group
Clear Communication. You always know what is happening on your project, what comes next, and who to call.
Organized Project Management. We sequence trades, deliveries, and inspections so your yard is a job site for as short a time as possible.
Clean Workmanship. Straight lines, level surfaces, tight joints, and a site that gets cleaned up at the end of every day.
Real Construction Experience. We are a licensed general contractor, CSLB License #1045030, building structures, utilities, and site work correctly, not a landscaping crew improvising as it goes.
Attention to Detail. The paver cuts, drainage slopes, and light placement you do not notice are exactly the details we obsess over.
Respect for the Property. We protect your home, landscaping, and neighbors’ patience while we work, and leave the property better than we found it.
Los Angeles Area Experience. We build for LA conditions: hillside lots, clay soil, intense sun, and the short heavy rains that punish bad drainage.
Athenian Builders Group is rated 5.0 on Google and licensed and insured in California, CSLB License #1045030, building outdoor spaces across Los Angeles.
Our Portfolio
Related Outdoor Projects
Browse more of our outdoor work to see how different yards, slopes, and styles come together.
Questions
Outdoor Living FAQs
How long does an outdoor living project take?
It depends on scope. A straightforward patio or walkway can take days to a couple of weeks, while a full backyard remodel with structures, utilities, and lighting typically runs several weeks to a few months. You get a realistic timeline with your free on-site estimate, and we keep you updated as the work progresses.
Do I need permits for outdoor construction in Los Angeles?
Some projects do and some do not. Work involving structures, gas or electrical lines, and taller retaining walls often requires permits, while simpler hardscape may not. We assess this during your estimate and pull permits whenever the work requires them, so it is handled correctly from the start.
Can you build a full outdoor kitchen?
Yes. As a licensed general contractor we handle the complete build, including gas, electrical, and plumbing rough-ins, weatherproof cabinetry, countertops, and the patio and shade structure around it.
What materials hold up best in the LA sun?
Concrete pavers, natural stone, powder-coated aluminum, composite decking, and UV-stable sealers and finishes all perform well here. We steer you toward outdoor-rated materials proven to handle intense sun, dry heat, and winter rain, and away from products that fade or warp.
Do you handle drainage and grading?
Yes, and we treat it as the first step of every project. Proper grading, French drains, and catch basins protect your new patio, your landscaping, and your home’s foundation, especially during heavy winter rains.
Do you serve my area?
We serve Los Angeles and all of LA County. Call (310) 857-2520 and we will schedule a free on-site estimate at your home.
What warranty do you offer?
Every project includes a written 2-year workmanship warranty. If our workmanship fails within two years of completion, we return and make it right at no cost. Your fixed price, timeline, and warranty are all stated in your contract before work begins.
Ready to Actually Use Your Backyard?
Call (310) 857-2520 or request your free on-site estimate. We will walk the yard with you, talk through what it can support, and give you an itemized price you can hold us to. Athenian Builders Group serves homeowners across Los Angeles and all of LA County.
Prefer to text? Message us at the same number · We respond the same business day. Every project carries a written 2-year workmanship warranty.