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Shade first, then everything else
Shaded patios, pergolas, covered terraces and outdoor kitchens planned for the heat of the day and the cool of the evening.
Sounds like you
Sounds like you
- The patio is too hot to use before evening
- You cook outside but have nowhere to prep
- The yard does not connect to the house
The plan
In the desert the patio is only as good as its shade. We size the cover to the sun's path across your yard, then plan seating, lighting and a place to cook.
Materials are chosen for heat and for a clean look that suits the house, and the work is scheduled for the cooler months.
Ideas, in the order we usually take them
- A covered terrace or pergolaShade sized to the sun's path.
- An outdoor kitchenCounter, grill and sink in one run.
- LightingLow, warm light for the evening.
- A wide door to the houseJoins the kitchen and the yard.
Good to know
Questions we hear
- Pergola or solid cover?
- A pergola feels open and lets some light through. A solid cover gives full shade. We show you both.
- Does a patio cover need a permit?
- Often, yes. We prepare it and handle the inspections.
- Can you add a pool deck?
- Yes. We plan the deck, the drainage and the shade together.
- When is the best time to build?
- Outdoor work is scheduled for the cooler months, so book early.