Outdoor Living Contractor Charleston SC

Charleston outdoor living gallery

From grading and layout through finished kitchens, shade, fire, and hardscape — built as one backyard program.

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Featured Charleston-area projects

Three recent scopes that show how we match materials and drainage to the site — not a one-size Lowcountry template.

Services and materials

We design complete outdoor environments — layout, hardscape, structures, lighting, and finish details — so every part of the backyard works together.

Built for Charleston conditions

Outdoor construction here has to account for heavy rainfall, expansive clay soils, high humidity, and salt exposure near the coast. We plan base depth, drainage, and materials for those conditions from the start — so the space performs for years, not just the first season.

When grading or water management is part of the scope, we integrate yard drainage with the hardscape rather than treating it as an afterthought. Neighborhood rules matter too: many Lowcountry communities require ARB or HOA packages before work begins — we research requirements early and prepare the submittal.

Our design-build process

1. Consultation — We walk the property, talk through how you want to use the space, and note drainage, trees, utilities, and HOA constraints.
2. Design — Concept layout, materials, and elevations so kitchen, patio, shade, and fire read as one outdoor room.
3. Proposal — Fixed-scope pricing, material selections, permit/HOA path, and a written schedule in your proposal before you commit.
4. Build — One crew schedule across excavation, hardscape, structures, gas/electrical trades, planting, and lighting.
5. Walkthrough — Final review with you so the space is ready to use — and any punch items are closed before we leave.

Realistic planning ranges

Outdoor living budgets in Charleston vary with square footage, features, material grade, access, and site conditions (clay, roots, flood constraints). Typical planning ranges for common scopes:

• Paver patio: roughly $12,000–$35,000+ depending on size and drainage work
• Outdoor kitchen: roughly $25,000–$80,000+ depending on appliances and masonry
• Pergola / shade: roughly $10,000–$40,000+ depending on structure type
• Fire feature: roughly $8,000–$25,000+ depending on gas, stone, and seating
• Full backyard program: often $50,000–$150,000+ when several features share one design

These are planning ranges, not quotes. For a property-specific number, start with a free consultation or review our outdoor project cost guide.

Where we work

We design and build outdoor living throughout the Charleston metro — including Mount Pleasant, James Island, Isle of Palms, Sullivan's Island, West Ashley, Johns Island, Daniel Island, Summerville, and nearby coastal communities. For neighborhood-level detail, permits, and local project context, see our Charleston location page and full service areas.