Outdoor living areas — Brisbane & the Gold Coast
We design and build outdoor living areas that maximise the extraordinary lifestyle advantages of living in South East Queensland. From a simple covered patio through to a fully appointed alfresco entertaining area with kitchen, lighting and landscaping, we create spaces that become the heart of your home.
Outdoor living in the SEQ climate
Brisbane and the Gold Coast enjoy a subtropical climate that makes outdoor living genuinely year-round. Designing for this climate means getting the orientation, shading, ventilation and weather protection right — and choosing materials that can handle Queensland’s UV intensity, summer storms and coastal salt air.
Integrating outdoor living design with a home extension or renovation delivers better outcomes and can be more cost-effective than separate projects. We encourage this integrated approach.
From covered patios to outdoor kitchens
Covered Patios
The most popular addition — colorbond, insulated panel roofing, polycarbonate and shade sail options with visual connection to the garden.
Timber & Composite Decks
Hardwood species like Merbau, Spotted Gum and Blackbutt, or low-maintenance composite decking.
Pergolas
Open or semi-open steel and timber structures with shade cloth, retractable awnings or climbing plants.
Outdoor Kitchens
Built-in BBQ, sink, benchtops and refrigeration in weather-resistant materials, with coordinated plumbing and electrical.
Materials that handle Queensland
- Weather protectionCorrect orientation, shading and ventilation designed in.
- Durable materialsChosen for UV intensity, summer storms and coastal salt air.
- Pool integrationOutdoor living coordinated with swimming pool projects for a cohesive result.
- Approvals managedPatios and pergolas over certain dimensions may need building approval — we assess and manage it.
What outdoor living costs
Fully appointed alfresco areas with outdoor kitchen, decking and landscaping are priced by scope.
| Scope | Indicative range |
|---|---|
| Covered patio (standard install) | ~$15,000 – $30,000 |
| Fully appointed alfresco area | Priced by scope |
| Integrated with a renovation | Often more cost-effective |
Frequently asked questions
Explore what else we build
Extend your living outdoors
Call our Brisbane and Gold Coast team to discuss your outdoor living project.